RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 25 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Michigan (2026)

The top 25 of 420 CMS-certified nursing homes in Michigan, ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

4231.3 per 30K residentsBelow national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.2/5
+0.2 vs national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$85K+$14K vs national avgNational avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeMt. Pleasant, MI

Isabella County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
100 BedsInspected Jan 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

1222 North DriveMt. Pleasant, MI 48858

(989) 772-2957

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeIshpeming, MI

Marquette County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
140 BedsInspected Jun 2024

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

200 West Saginaw StreetIshpeming, MI 49849

(906) 485-1061

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeGrand Rapids, MI

Michigan Veteran Homes At Grand Rapids

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
128 BedsInspected Apr 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

2950 Monroe NeGrand Rapids, MI 49505

(616) 345-6107

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeChesterfield Township, MI

Michigan Veterans Home Of Chesterfield Township

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
128 BedsInspected Jan 2023

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

47901 Sugarbush RoadChesterfield Township, MI 48047

(586) 719-6791

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeHart, MI

Oceana County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
115 BedsInspected Dec 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

701 East Main StreetHart, MI 49420

(231) 873-6601

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeOwosso, MI

Pleasant View Shiawassee County Medical Care Facil

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
136 BedsInspected Jun 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

275 Caledonia DriveOwosso, MI 48867

(989) 743-3491

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeHarbor Springs, MI

Bay Bluffs-Emmet County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
120 BedsInspected Apr 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

750 East Main StreetHarbor Springs, MI 49740

(231) 526-2161

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeManistee, MI

Manistee County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
78 BedsInspected Oct 2024

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

1505 East Parkdale AvenueManistee, MI 49660

(231) 723-2543

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeColdwater, MI

Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
114 BedsInspected Aug 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

50 Sanderson LaneColdwater, MI 49036

(517) 279-9587

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10No Penalties

Nursing HomeLudington, MI

Oakview Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
96 BedsInspected Feb 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

1000 Diana StreetLudington, MI 49431

(231) 845-5185

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11No Penalties

Nursing HomeHastings, MI

Thornapple Manor

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
161 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

2700 Nashville RdHastings, MI 49058

(269) 945-2407

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121 Penalty

Nursing HomeAllegan, MI

Allegan County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
39 BedsInspected Feb 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

3265 122nd Ave R2Allegan, MI 49010

(269) 673-2102

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131 Penalty

Nursing HomeTawas City, MI

Iosco County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
78 BedsInspected Nov 2024

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

1201 Harris AvenueTawas City, MI 48763

(989) 362-4424

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141 Penalty

Nursing HomeJackson, MI

Jackson County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
194 BedsInspected Jan 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

524 Lansing AvenueJackson, MI 49201

(517) 782-8500

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151 Penalty

Nursing HomeAdrian, MI

Lenawee Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
113 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

200 Sand Creek HighwayAdrian, MI 49221

(517) 263-6794

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161 Penalty

Nursing HomeBad Axe, MI

Huron County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
112 BedsInspected Jul 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

1116 South Van Dyke RoadBad Axe, MI 48413

(989) 269-6425

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17No Penalties

Nursing HomeCrystal Falls, MI

Iron County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
200 BedsInspected Apr 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

1523 U.S. Highway 2Crystal Falls, MI 49920

(906) 875-6671

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18No Penalties

Nursing HomeMount Clemems, MI

Martha T Berry Mcf

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
217 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

43533 Elizabeth RoadMount Clemems, MI 48043

(586) 469-5265

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19No Penalties

Nursing HomeCaro, MI

Tuscola County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
159 BedsInspected Oct 2024

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

1285 Cleaver RoadCaro, MI 48723

(989) 673-4117

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20No Penalties

Nursing HomeMarquette, MI

Dj Jacobetti Home For Veterans

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
81 BedsInspected Dec 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

425 Fisher StreetMarquette, MI 49855

(906) 226-3576

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21No Penalties

Nursing HomeCharlotte, MI

Eaton County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
142 BedsInspected Dec 2024

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

530 W Beech StreetCharlotte, MI 48813

(517) 543-2940

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221 Penalty

Nursing HomeEast Jordan, MI

Grandvue Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
113 BedsInspected Dec 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

1728 South Peninsula RoadEast Jordan, MI 49727

(231) 536-2286

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231 Penalty

Nursing HomePowers, MI

Pinecrest Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
120 BedsInspected Jul 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

N15995 Main StreetPowers, MI 49874

(906) 497-5244

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242 Penalties

Nursing HomeCassopolis, MI

Cass County Medical Care Facility

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
80 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

23770 Hospital StCassopolis, MI 49031

(269) 228-4000

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253 Penalties

Nursing HomeFrankfort, MI

Maples Benzie County Medical Care

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
80 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Above Michigan avg of 3.2

210 Maple StreetFrankfort, MI 49635

(231) 352-9674

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in Michigan

#31of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Below the median for overall health outcomes (rank 31 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+19.8%

    About 12% higher than the national average of 17.7%.

    Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy75.6 yrs

    About the same as the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover44.4%

    A little lower than the national average of 46.4%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Michigan →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Michigan?

Michigan has 423 nursing homes in the full directory. This rankings page evaluated 420 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Michigan?

Nursing homes in Michigan average 3.2 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Michigan is penalized?

Among Michigan nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $85K. The national nursing-home average is $71K.

How does Michigan compare with the national average?

Michigan averages 3.2 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $85K versus $71K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

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