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Sanilac Medical Care Facility
137 N Elk St, Sandusky, MI 48471
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Sanilac Medical Care Facility Description
We will provide those we serve with the highest quality of care and the best quality of life based on each individual’s needs, using an interdisciplinary team approach.
SMCF offers long and short term compassionate care in a small community setting. Our interdisciplinary team is professionally trained to provide complex medical support as well as individualized personal care.
Our approach provides an ideal solution for residents needing assistance with medications, bathing, dressing and other activities of daily living. Independence, wellness and maintenance of residents own routine is encouraged by an individualized plan of care.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Memory Care
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Positive Reviews:
- Facility praised for its cleanliness and lack of typical nursing home smell, compared favorably to a hotel.
- Several reviewers commend the staff for being amazing, caring, and going above and beyond in providing exceptional care.
- Rehabilitation services received high marks for effectiveness and staff attentiveness.
- Specific mention of excellent care for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's, with staff treating residents like family.
- One reviewer highlighted the facility as the best in Michigan, noting the professional, caring, courteous, and loving environment.
Negative Reviews:
- Concerns raised about slow response times to call buttons, with waits of 15-20 minutes or longer, potentially endangering residents in poor condition.
- Rehabilitation wing criticized for needing better staffing and an overhaul.
- Complaints about staff being rude, unresponsive to call lights, and providing minimal activities that do not engage residents.
- Food quality and variety received criticism for not meeting expectations.
- One reviewer expressed serious concerns about the care of their grandparent, including over-medication and neglect.
Mixed Reviews:
- While some areas of the facility, such as the nursing home wings, received praise, others like the rehabilitation wing were viewed as needing improvement.
- Food was described as bland by one reviewer, though it was acknowledged that dietary restrictions might necessitate this.
- Some reviewers experienced issues with slow response times to call lights but still recommended the facility based on overall care quality.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 4
Health inspection rating: 3
Staffing rating: 5
Quality measure rating: 3
Long-term quality measure rating:
4
Short-term quality measure rating:
2
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Aug. 15, 1968
Ownership type: Government
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 104
Total current residents: 68
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: 21
Number of
substantiated complaints: 7
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 1
Total cost of fines: $5000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-06-22 | 2023-08-18 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2023-06-22 | 2023-08-18 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2023-06-22 | 2023-08-18 | 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. |
| 2023-06-22 | 2023-08-18 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2023-06-22 | 2023-08-18 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2021-09-29 | 2021-11-27 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. |
| 2021-09-29 | 2021-11-27 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. |
| 2021-09-29 | 2021-11-27 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2021-09-29 | 2021-11-27 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. |
| 2021-09-29 | 2021-11-27 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. |
| 2021-09-29 | 2021-11-27 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program. |
| 2021-09-29 | 2021-11-27 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2019-08-01 | 2019-09-30 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2019-08-01 | 2019-09-30 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. |
| 2019-08-01 | 2019-09-30 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-03-02 | 2023-04-07 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| 2023-03-02 | 2023-04-07 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2023-06-28 | 2023-08-18 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2023-06-28 | 2023-08-18 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2023-06-28 | 2023-08-18 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2023-06-28 | 2023-08-18 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2023-06-28 | 2023-08-18 | E | 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. |
| 2023-06-28 | 2023-08-18 | 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. |
| 2023-06-28 | 2023-08-18 | F | Administration Deficiencies | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. |
| 2023-06-28 | 2023-08-18 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2023-06-28 | 2023-08-18 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | E | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | 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. |
| 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-15 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-11-05 | 2020-12-21 | 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. |
| 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-21 | 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. |
| 2021-05-05 | 2021-06-15 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2021-05-05 | 2021-06-15 | 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. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | 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. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | F | 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. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. |
| 2019-08-02 | 2019-09-10 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2018-05-14 | $141,661 |
| 2021-10-07 | $5,000 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Mount Clemens which is 1.4 miles away and has a population of 16,400 (small town).
- The average income is $49,870, which is low compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 72
- Low Temperature: 25
- Average Temperature: 48.4
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 149 days of rain, 64 days of snow and 150 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.7 inches a year
- The crime rate is 5.05 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 1.68 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 1.94 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.26 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.73 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
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Supermarkets
Walmart Supercenter
1.3 miles awayBen's Supercenter
14.5 miles awayWillis Marketplace
14.5 miles awayNone Found
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Banks
Chase
0.5 miles awayExchange State Bank
1.0 miles awayChemical Bank
1.2 miles awayTri-County Bank
14.5 miles awayIndependent Bank
21.4 miles awayHospitals
Deckerville Community Hospital
8.7 miles awayMarlette Regional Hospital
14.0 miles awayHill & Dales General Hospital
21.5 miles awayPharmacies
Rite Aid
0.6 miles awayHospital Drive Pharmacy
21.5 miles awayNone Found
Parks
Sandusky State Game Area
2.0 miles awayWilson Park
8.2 miles awayVetern Park
8.4 miles awayMinden City State Game Area
9.7 miles awayFlynn Township Nature Center
11.0 miles awayNone Found
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Culture
The Barn Theatre
14.4 miles awayRestaurants
Liberty Lanes
0.5 miles awayPizza Hut
0.5 miles awayBig Boy
0.5 miles awayTreve's Pizza
14.0 miles awayHilltop Coney Diner
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