Friendship Village
Scout 96Kalamazoo, MI · 57 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Kalamazoo's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,970–$12,550/mo
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Alamo Nursing Home INC
8290 W C Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 · Kalamazoo County
36
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (90 of 100 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Alamo Nursing Home INC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Kalamazoo, MI, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 90 residents per day. It operates as part of the Avon Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.51 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.51 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 30 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $18,274 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.51 hrs/resident/day)
- •30 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Kalamazoo options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 100
- Avg. residents/day
- 90
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Avon Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235311
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,970–$12,550/mo (median $10,950) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Kalamazoo prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.51
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.51
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 57.7%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 30
- Federal fines
- 1 ($18,274)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (68 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-24Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2026-02-24Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2026-02-24Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality 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.
2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality 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.
2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-22 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-08-28 | Fine | $18,274 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
8290 W C Ave, Kalamazoo, MI
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Alamo Nursing Home INC cost?
Alamo Nursing Home INC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Kalamazoo, MI area typically runs $9,970–$12,550 per month (median $10,950, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Alamo Nursing Home INC's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Alamo Nursing Home INC 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Alamo Nursing Home INC?
Staff provide about 3.51 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Alamo Nursing Home INC?
Alamo Nursing Home INC has 68 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Alamo Nursing Home INC have availability?
Typically 90% full (90 of 100 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Alamo Nursing Home INC offer?
Alamo Nursing Home INC in Kalamazoo, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 100 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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