Harbor Terrace Senior Living
Scout 93Muskegon, MI · 58 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Muskegon's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,730–$12,240/mo
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Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
1684 Vulcan Street, Muskegon, MI 49442 · Muskegon County
50
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (84 of 90 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Muskegon
Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Muskegon, MI, with 90 certified beds and an average of about 84 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Peplinski Group network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.87 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.76 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 55.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $67,541 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
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.87 hrs/resident/day)
- •$67,541 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Muskegon, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 90
- Avg. residents/day
- 84
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- The Peplinski Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235116
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 | $9,730–$12,240/mo (median $10,690) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Muskegon 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
- 3.87
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.76
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 55.3%
- 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)
- 9
- Federal fines
- 2 ($67,541)
- Total penalties
- 4
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-01
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (43 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-15Severity D — potential for 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.
2026-02-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-05-01Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-05-01Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-01 | Fine | $51,948 |
| 2025-05-01 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-05-20 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-09-12 | Fine | $15,593 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Private rooms available
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1684 Vulcan Street, Muskegon, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
How much does Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center cost?
Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Muskegon, MI area typically runs $9,730–$12,240 per month (median $10,690, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.87 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 55.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 43 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 93% full (84 of 90 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offer?
Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Muskegon, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 90 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 Muskegon.
- 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 Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center — 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.
- 4Hold a spotMost communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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