Frankfort, MI · 35 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Frankfort's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,810–$12,350/mo
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Grand Traverse Pavilions
1000 Pavilions Circle, Traverse City, MI 49684 · Grand Traverse County
Welcome to Grand Traverse Pavilions The Pavilions is owned by Grand Traverse County and operated by the Grand Traverse County Department of Health and Human Services Board, and committed to enhancing the quality of life for aging adults and caregivers. Home to more than 200 residents and more than 400 employees, the 2…
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
Photos via google places, facility website.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 74% full — openings are usually available.
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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Traverse City
Grand Traverse Pavilions is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Traverse City, MI, with 240 certified beds and an average of about 177 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.61 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.36 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 23.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 25 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $106,968 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.61 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •25 deficiencies at last survey
- •$106,968 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Traverse City options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 240
- Avg. residents/day
- 177
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235088
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 | $9,810–$12,350/mo (median $10,780) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Traverse City 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
- 4.61
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.36
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 23.2%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 25
- Federal fines
- 2 ($106,968)
- Total penalties
- 4
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (65 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
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
2025-10-15Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-10-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-06-12Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-06-12Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2025-06-12Severity F — potential for harmNursing 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-12 | Fine | $77,620 |
| 2025-06-12 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-09-19 | Fine | $29,348 |
| 2024-09-19 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Library
- ✓ Studio apartments
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1000 Pavilions Circle, Traverse City, MI
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Grand Traverse Pavilions
How much does Grand Traverse Pavilions cost?
Grand Traverse Pavilions does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Traverse City, MI area typically runs $9,810–$12,350 per month (median $10,780, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Grand Traverse Pavilions's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Grand Traverse Pavilions 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Grand Traverse Pavilions?
Staff provide about 4.61 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 23.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Grand Traverse Pavilions?
Grand Traverse Pavilions has 65 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Grand Traverse Pavilions have availability?
Typically 74% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Grand Traverse Pavilions offer?
Grand Traverse Pavilions in Traverse City, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 240 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Traverse City.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
- 2Get exact pricing & availabilityRequest current rates for Grand Traverse Pavilions — takes one minute, answered same day.
- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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