Battle Creek, MI · 91 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Battle Creek.
Est. $9,520–$11,980/mo
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The Laurels of Bedford
270 N Bedford Road, Battle Creek, MI 49017 · Calhoun County
Facility overview for Laurels of Bedford.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 92% full (114 of 123 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Battle Creek
The Laurels of Bedford is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Battle Creek, MI, with 123 certified beds and an average of about 114 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.98 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.65 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (2.98 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Battle Creek, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 123
- Avg. residents/day
- 114
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235299
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 | $9,520–$11,980/mo (median $10,460) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Battle Creek 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
- 2.98
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.65
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 42.3%
- 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)
- 10
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-11-14
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (38 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-28Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-01-28Severity D — 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.
2025-11-14Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-11-14Severity E — 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.
2025-11-14Severity E — 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.
2025-11-14Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
2025-11-14Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-11-14Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
270 N Bedford Road, Battle Creek, 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 The Laurels of Bedford cost?
The Laurels of Bedford does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Battle Creek, MI area typically runs $9,520–$11,980 per month (median $10,460, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is The Laurels of Bedford's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Laurels of Bedford 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Laurels of Bedford?
Staff provide about 2.98 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Laurels of Bedford?
The Laurels of Bedford has 38 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Laurels of Bedford have availability?
Typically 92% full (114 of 123 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Laurels of Bedford offer?
The Laurels of Bedford in Battle Creek, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 123 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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