DBelow average · score 36/100 · #316 of 421 in Michigan
The Laurels Of Kent
350 N Center St, Lowell, MI 49331 · 153 certified beds · For profit - Corporation
Staffing 3.1 nurse hours per resident-daybottom quarter in Michigan
8 health deficiencies at the last standard survey (CMS severity score 52)above median
$62,010 in fines in 3 years, 1 payment denials
Why The Laurels Of Kent is graded D
Each metric below is percentile-ranked against Michigan nursing homes in the same size band (large, 153 beds), then weighted. The score is the weighted sum; A ≥ 72, B ≥ 58, C ≥ 42, D ≥ 28, F below. Nothing here can be edited or paid for.
The Laurels Of Kent at a Glance
D
36/100
Nurse staffing · weight 30Total nurse hours per resident per day, as reported to CMS (PBJ). Raw: 3.09 h.
4<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Health inspections · weight 30Health deficiencies cited at the last standard survey and complaint surveys, weighted by severity. Raw: 52.
64<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Quality measures · weight 25CMS quality-measure rating: falls, pressure ulcers, rehospitalisation, antipsychotic use. Raw: 4.
49<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Penalties · weight 15Fines and payment denials in the last three years. Raw: $62,010 fines, 1 denials.
20<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>CMS overall star ratingMedicare's own 1–5 rating, shown for reference; not part of our grade.
3/5Data: CMS Care Compare, as of Aug 1, 2026 · graded Sep 11, 2026 · peer group: Michigan, large facilities · CMS record 235253 · How we grade.
Facility details
Address350 N Center St, Lowell, MI 49331
Phone6168978473
CountyKent
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Certified beds153
AcceptsMedicare Medicaid
Special Focus FacilityNo
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A grade is a shortlist tool, not medical or legal advice. Visit the facility, ask for the latest survey report, and talk to residents' families before choosing.