The Laurels Of Sandy Creek
Wayland, MI · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 235313) · 99 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 1 totaling $14,020
Phone: (269) 792-2249 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Laurels of Sandy Creek has a CMS overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is about at the Michigan state average of 3.12. Its health inspection rating is 2 out of 5, and its staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
The Laurels of Sandy Creek reports 3.05876 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.52875 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 3 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 46.5%.
The Laurels of Sandy Creek has 1 federal fine on record totaling $14,020.00, with 0 payment denials. CMS also displays its abuse warning icon for this facility, so families should review the full inspection record on Care Compare.
About this facility
The Laurels of Sandy Creek is a Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Wayland, Allegan County, Michigan. It is a for-profit facility owned by an individual, first approved for certification on October 1, 1976. The facility is certified for 99 beds and reports an average of 70.0 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is about at the Michigan state average of 3.12. Its health inspection rating is 2 out of 5, its quality measure rating is 5 out of 5, and its staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
Nurse staffing levels are reported at 3.05876 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.52875 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 46.5%.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $14,020.00, with 0 payment denials on record.
CMS displays its abuse warning icon for this facility. Families should review the facility's full inspection record on Care Compare for details regarding this designation.
The facility is part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care chain, which operates 81 facilities with an average chain rating of 2.8 out of 5.
Ownership has not changed in the last 12 months, according to CMS records.
Source: CMS Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The overall rating is 3 out of 5 stars, which is about at the Michigan state average of 3.12.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
This facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.05876 hours per resident per day, including 0.52875 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 3 out of 5 and 46.5% nursing turnover.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $14,020.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
CMS displays its abuse warning icon for this facility; it is not listed as part of the Special Focus program according to the provided data.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 99 beds and reports an average of 70.0 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by an individual as a for-profit facility and is part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care chain, which operates 81 facilities with an average rating of 2.8 out of 5.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for certification on October 1, 1976.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating plus three component ratings — health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; here they are 2, 3, and 5 out of 5 respectively, combining into the overall rating of 3.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided data does not specify service types; please contact the facility at 2697922249 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data does not cover tour details; please contact the facility at 2697922249 to arrange a visit and review the facility's full record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/235313?state=MI.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current ratings, inspection results, and penalty information at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/235313?state=MI.
Has ownership of this facility changed recently?
No, CMS records indicate ownership has not changed in the last 12 months.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.