Skilled NursingCMS verified

Niles Care Center, LLC

911 S 3rd St, Niles, MI 49120 · Berrien County

2.0CMS overall rating(269) 684-4320 Visit website ↗

Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

Photos via google places, facility website.

Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 54% full — availability is generally good.

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 Niles

Niles Care Center, LLC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Niles, MI, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 54 residents per day. It operates as part of the Avon Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.07 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.52 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 100%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $199,110 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.07 hrs/resident/day)
•High staff turnover (100%)
•15 deficiencies at last survey
•$199,110 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Niles options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 100
Avg. residents/day: 54
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Avon Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 235361

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	$9,710–$12,220/mo (median $10,670)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Niles prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

Request exact pricing for Niles Care Center, LLC →

Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.07; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.52; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 100%; 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): 15
Federal fines: 2 ($199,110)
Total penalties: 4
Last standard survey: 2026-01-23
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (41 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-17Severity 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.

2026-04-17Severity 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.

2026-01-23Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

2026-01-23Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

2026-01-23Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

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
2025-08-20	Fine	$116,300
2024-12-05	Payment denial	—
2023-10-04	Fine	$82,810
2023-10-04	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

911 S 3rd St, Niles, 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

We aggregate ratings across Google, Yelp, and verified families — and link back to every source so you can read more.

Google

3.8

70 reviews →

Verified family reviews

No verified family reviews yet for Niles Care Center, LLC.

Have a loved one here, or recently toured? Help other families by sharing your experience — we verify every review before it's published.

Talk to an advisor about this community

Common questions about Niles Care Center, LLC

How much does Niles Care Center, LLC cost?

Niles Care Center, LLC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Niles, MI area typically runs $9,710–$12,220 per month (median $10,670, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Niles Care Center, LLC's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Niles Care Center, LLC 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Niles Care Center, LLC?

Staff provide about 3.07 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 100% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Niles Care Center, LLC?

Niles Care Center, LLC has 41 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Niles Care Center, LLC have availability?

Typically 54% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Niles Care Center, LLC offer?

Niles Care Center, LLC in Niles, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 100 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 Niles.
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.

Start with a free shortlist →Take the 2-minute assessment

Your next steps — this week

1
Confirm the fit
Check the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
2
Get exact pricing & availability
Request current rates for Niles Care Center, LLC — takes one minute, answered same day.
3
Tour 2–3 communities
Compare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
4
Hold a spot
Most communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.