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The Timbers Of Cass County
55432 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
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The Timbers Of Cass County Description
With stone finishes and timbers incorporated through its exterior, the residence of The Timbers of Cass County resembles a grand lodge. The Timbers is a 108-bed community offering 20 private rooms and 44 shared accommodations. Along with four different resident room options, our community has two dining rooms offering restaurant-style dining, three therapy rooms and three day rooms. Beautifully decorated living rooms, a beauty and barber shop, activity and recreational rooms, a library and courtyard are also located within our community. Our staff members are proud that our community serves as our residents’ home as well as a gathering place for family and friends. Private dining areas are also available for these special visits.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Nursing Home
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Summary of Reviews for Timbers Senior Living Facility:
- Several reviews express significant dissatisfaction with the facility, citing poor management, lack of care, and mistreatment of residents. Concerns include residents being left alone, not being fed properly, and overall neglect.
- Complaints about the facility's policies and staff behavior, including insensitivity, disrespect, and even allegations of theft and abuse, were mentioned.
- On the positive side, some reviews highlight the dedication and hard work of the staff, including nurses, receptionists, and the activities department. Positive experiences with the facility's community and the range of activities available for residents were also noted.
- A few reviewers specifically commend the facility for its improvements, professional and friendly staff, and the quality of care provided to their loved ones.
- However, the negative reviews significantly focus on management issues, with allegations of racial discrimination, unprofessional behavior, and a lack of genuine care for residents and staff.
- One review from a former employee praises the facility, indicating a desire to return to work there, citing a positive environment and good treatment of residents.
- Another review appreciates the efforts of specific staff members and the quality of food, suggesting some satisfaction with the care provided to their family member.
Overall, the reviews for Timbers Senior Living Facility are mixed, with several serious concerns raised about management and resident care, alongside some positive feedback regarding staff dedication and facility activities.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 4
Quality measure rating: 3
Long-term quality measure rating:
4
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Dec. 15, 2010
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 108
Total current residents: 97
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: 4
Number of
substantiated complaints: 25
Number of payment denials: 1
Number of fines: 5
Total cost of fines: $66845
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-10-05 | 2022-12-02 | 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. |
| 2021-07-07 | 2021-08-13 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2021-07-07 | 2021-08-14 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. |
| 2021-07-07 | 2021-08-13 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2020-03-12 | 2020-03-23 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2020-03-12 | 2020-03-23 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2020-03-12 | 2020-03-23 | F | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
| 2020-03-12 | 2020-03-23 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-02-22 | 2023-04-03 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. |
| 2022-12-21 | 2023-01-26 | 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. |
| 2022-12-21 | 2023-01-26 | 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. |
| 2022-12-21 | 2023-01-26 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| 2022-12-21 | 2023-01-26 | 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. |
| 2022-12-21 | 2023-01-26 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | 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. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | 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. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | 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. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19 |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2022-10-12 | 2022-11-14 | E | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| 2022-03-31 | 2022-04-25 | 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. |
| 2022-03-31 | 2022-04-25 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room). |
| 2022-03-04 | 2022-03-25 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-08-18 | 2021-09-07 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-11-01 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | 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. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-11-01 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | 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. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | 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. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-11-01 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-11-01 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | E | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | E | 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. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-11-01 | G | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-11-01 | 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. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | F | 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. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-08-13 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
| 2021-07-12 | 2021-09-07 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-04-14 | 2021-05-04 | 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. |
| 2021-04-14 | 2021-05-04 | 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. |
| 2021-04-14 | 2021-05-04 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| 2021-02-24 | 2021-03-30 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2021-02-24 | 2021-03-30 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| 2020-10-29 | 2020-11-24 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-03-17 | 2020-03-23 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. |
| 2020-03-17 | 2020-03-23 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition |
| 2020-03-17 | 2020-03-23 | J | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. |
| 2020-03-17 | 2020-03-23 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2020-03-17 | 2020-03-23 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. |
| 2020-03-17 | 2020-03-23 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. |
| 2020-03-17 | 2020-03-23 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2020-03-17 | $20,415 |
| 2020-10-29 | $9,750 |
| 2021-07-12 | $27,195 |
| 2021-07-12 | $30,000 |
| 2021-07-12 | $19,500 |
| 2021-08-30 | $650 |
| 2022-03-04 | $9,750 |
| 2022-03-04 | $15,000 |
Denials
| Denial Date | Payment Denial Days |
|---|---|
| 2021-07-12 | 74 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Dowagiac which is 1.0 miles away and has a population of 5,851 (very small town).
- The average income is $49,696, which is low compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 74
- Low Temperature: 27
- Average Temperature: 51.1
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 160 days of rain, 56 days of snow and 148 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.4 inches a year
- The crime rate is 12.22 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 5.96 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 5.33 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.25 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.87 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 95.0, Moderate Days 13.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 2.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Save-A-Lot
0.8 miles awayHarding's Friendly Market
1.2 miles awayFamily Fare
1.8 miles awayMyer's SuperValu
8.6 miles awayApple Valley Natural Foods
13.7 miles awayTransportation
Dowagiac
1.1 miles awayNiles
13.5 miles awaySaint Joseph
21.7 miles awayBangor
22.2 miles awayElkhart
22.4 miles awayBus Stations
Hesburgh Library
21.3 miles awaySt. Mary's Rd & Holy Cross Drive - The Grotto
21.4 miles awayHoly Cross Dr & Notre Dame Ave
21.9 miles awayAirport SuperSaver (Coach USA)
21.9 miles awayBanks
United Federal Credit Union
13.7 miles away1st Source Bank
16.6 miles awayLake City Bank
16.6 miles awayINOVA Federal Credit Union
16.7 miles awayTeachers Credit Union
16.7 miles awayHospitals
Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital
1.2 miles awayLakeland Specialty Hospital
11.0 miles awayLakeland Hospital
14.2 miles awayLakeland Hospital, Watervliet
15.4 miles awayBeacon Granger Hospital
18.2 miles awayPharmacies
Rite Aid
1.7 miles awayWalgreens
14.4 miles awaySuper Walmart Pharmacy
16.1 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
16.6 miles awayCVS
18.5 miles awayDentists
The Dental Center
16.6 miles awayAdvance Dental
18.7 miles awayTulip Tree Dental Care
19.0 miles awayAffordable Dentures & Implants
19.5 miles awayMahoney Family Dentistry
20.2 miles awayParks
Water Tower Park
0.2 miles awayJames E Heddon Park
0.6 miles awayRudy Park
0.6 miles awayRudolphi Wildlife Refuge
0.7 miles awayDowagiac
0.9 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Smith Chapel
15.7 miles awayShopping
The Orchards Mall
18.1 miles awayUniversity Park Mall
19.3 miles awayCulture
Art Center
13.7 miles awayHoward Performing Arts Center
13.8 miles awaySL Consignment Gallery
17.9 miles awayThe Tin Shop
18.0 miles awayPaw Paw Playhouse
18.8 miles awayRestaurants
La Casa de Maria
0.7 miles awayMontgomery's
8.5 miles awaySubway (with drive-thru)
14.5 miles awayPizza Hut
14.7 miles awayCapri Cucina Italiana
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