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Friendship Village
1400 N Drake Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
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Friendship Village Description
Welcome to Friendship Village, Kalamazoo’s home of premier senior living! With a variety of beautifully appointed residential options, a fun and carefree lifestyle, and the highest quality in health services when you need them, this is the retirement community you’ve been looking for!
As a LifeCare® community, we make aging in place simple. From independent living you can seamlessly transition to assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing care as your needs change at a predictable cost for life. Plus, at Friendship Village, you can always move into our community right at the level of care you need.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Residents and their families have shared their experiences at Friendship Village Senior Community, highlighting its vibrant atmosphere, comprehensive care, and supportive environment. Many praise the community for its focus on the "4 S's": Support, Security, Service, and Social activities, ensuring a fulfilling lifestyle for seniors. The availability of medical care, security measures, and various services like cleaning and maintenance contribute to a worry-free living experience. Social engagement is highly encouraged, with a wide range of activities, including fitness classes, gardening, and cultural events, fostering a strong sense of community among residents.
One reviewer appreciates the seamless transition between different levels of care within the same community, emphasizing the peace of mind this brings. The community's amenities, such as fitness rooms, libraries, and outdoor spaces, are also highlighted, along with the convenience of not having to maintain a personal home.
Families of residents express gratitude for the personalized care and attention their loved ones receive, noting the staff's dedication to treating residents like family. The ability to customize living spaces and the variety of activities available are seen as significant benefits, enhancing the quality of life for residents.
However, one review raises concerns about the level of care, suggesting that caregivers are overworked and underpaid, and mentions issues with bed bugs and policies during the pandemic. This contrasts sharply with the otherwise positive feedback about the community's environment and staff.
Employees of Friendship Village share their positive experiences working there, highlighting opportunities for career advancement and the joy of interacting with residents. The sense of community and support among staff and residents alike is a recurring theme in these testimonials.
In summary, Friendship Village is largely celebrated for its comprehensive care, vibrant community life, and dedicated staff, making it a recommended choice for senior living. While there is a mention of concern regarding care and pest management, the overwhelming majority of feedback is positive, reflecting a strong and caring community.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 5
Health inspection rating: 4
Staffing rating: 4
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: March 1, 1976
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare
Nursing home capacity: 57
Total current residents: 41
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 1
Number of
substantiated complaints: 1
Number of payment denials: 1
Number of fines: 1
Total cost of fines: $650
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2021-12-01 | 2022-01-22 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2021-12-01 | 2022-01-22 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2021-12-01 | 2022-01-22 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2021-12-01 | 2022-01-22 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2020-02-12 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2020-01-31 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-06-01 | 2023-07-01 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | E | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-04-30 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-08-25 | 2021-09-30 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2021-12-02 | 2022-01-10 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2021-12-02 | 2022-01-10 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-31 | C | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-31 | C | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-31 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-31 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2020-06-04 | $5,000 |
| 2021-07-19 | $650 |
Denials
| Denial Date | Payment Denial Days |
|---|---|
| 2021-08-25 | 8 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Westwood which is 0.6 miles away and has a population of 8,653 (very small town).
- The average income is $50,666, which is low compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- The median age is 26.4 years old, very low compared to other cities.
- 4.01% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 4.58% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 2% Asian, 22% Black or African-American, 4% Hispanic or Latino, and 68% White.
- The crime rate is 12.7 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 4.46 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 6.15 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.96 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.93 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 118.0, Moderate Days 51.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
GFS Marketplace
0.4 miles awayNatural Health Food Center
0.6 miles awayAldi
0.8 miles awayHarding's Friendly Market
0.9 miles awayMeijer
1.7 miles awayTransportation
Kalamazoo
3.2 miles awayBus Stations
Metro/Bronco - Valley Dining
1.9 miles awayBus Loading Zone
2.1 miles awayMetro/Bronco - Western View
2.2 miles awayMMC Chemistry
2.2 miles awayMetro/Bronco - W. MIchigan Ave
2.3 miles awayBanks
Advia Credit Union
0.6 miles awayFifth Third Bank
0.7 miles awayPNC Bank
0.8 miles awayFirst National Bank
0.8 miles awayFlagstar Bank
0.9 miles awayHospitals
Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital
2.7 miles awayBronson Methodist Hospital
3.5 miles awayBorgess Medical Center
4.2 miles awayBorgess-Pipp Hospital
9.7 miles awayBronson LakeView Hospital
14.0 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
0.6 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
6.7 miles awayRite Aid
7.4 miles awayMeijer Pharmacy
8.4 miles awayChemist Warehouse
9.7 miles awayDentists
David T Brown, DDS PC
5.2 miles awayAspen Dental
6.6 miles awayTurcotte Dentistry
22.8 miles awayEtheridge Dentistry
22.8 miles awayParks
Frays Park
0.2 miles awayKalamazoo
1.7 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Campus Pointe Mall
1.9 miles awayBronco Mall
2.2 miles awayMall Plaza
3.4 miles awayThe Crossroads Mall
6.3 miles awayCulture
Miller Auditorium
2.4 miles awayLight Fine Arts Building
2.5 miles awayDalton Theatre
2.5 miles awayNelda K. Balch Playhouse
2.5 miles awayWMU Esports Arena
2.8 miles awayRestaurants
Main Street Pub
0.6 miles awayThe Hangar
0.7 miles awayFinley's American Grill
0.7 miles awayOld Country Buffet
0.7 miles awayHunan Gardens
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