nursing home in Battle Creek, MI

The Laurels of Bedford

270 N Bedford Road, Battle Creek, MI 49017 · (269) 968-2296

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★4

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

The Laurels of Bedford at a glance

The Laurels of Bedford is a 123-bed for-profit nursing home in Battle Creek, Michigan (Calhoun County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Michigan average of 3.1.

Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (November 14, 2025) found 12 health citations. The Michigan average is 9.9.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 38.8% per year (state average 44.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
123
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care
Medicare-certified since
May 1, 1976
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Calhoun County
CMS Certification Number
235299

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.6 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.9 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.5 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.06 hrsMichigan average3.99 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.06 hrs3.99 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.63 hrs0.78 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.88 hrs2.33 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.70 hrs3.50 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)38.8%44.1%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)38.9%39.2%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility12Michigan average10U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)12109Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)433Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)8389.480.6Average

Penalties

This facility0Michigan average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$29,376$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds123104107
Average residents per day1148686
Occupancy92.9%83.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.3%Michigan average3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)3.3%3%3.2%Average
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)9.8%5.1%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)13.2%14.8%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%1.5%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)2.2%0.8%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)12.5%10.8%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)22.7%12%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)6.2%5.4%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0.3%4.3%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.1%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)20.9%19.4%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)25.3%20%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)97.8%95%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%95.3%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility1.6%Michigan average1.1%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.6%1.1%1.6%Average
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)95.1%79.5%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98%83.3%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 40 health deficiencies and 20 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 12, 2026
Complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected July 10, 2026
June 12, 2026
Complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 10, 2026
January 28, 2026
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 24, 2026
January 28, 2026
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 24, 2026
November 14, 2025
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 20, 2025
November 14, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 20, 2025
November 14, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 20, 2025
November 14, 2025
Fire safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 20, 2025
November 14, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 2, 2025
November 14, 2025
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 2, 2025
November 14, 2025
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 2, 2025
November 14, 2025
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 2, 2025
November 14, 2025
Standard
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 2, 2025
November 14, 2025
Standard
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 2, 2025
November 14, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 2, 2025
November 14, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 2, 2025
January 23, 2025
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 13, 2025
January 23, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 13, 2025
September 12, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Fire safety
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Complaint
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Standard
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Standard
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 9, 2024
September 12, 2024
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 9, 2024
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0371
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0559
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023
July 13, 2023
Standard
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2023

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
BEDFORD SENIOR LEASING, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2016
CIENA HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/28/2025
CIENA MICHIGAN REAL ESTATE GROUP I, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/21/2025
KHAN, ANIS
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2016
MASON, BRAD
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/18/2019
MOHAMMAD QAZI 2022 CHILDREN'S TRUST UAD 5-4-2022
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/21/2025
STOBB, DAVID
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2016
WHITAKER, CHARLES
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
QAZI, MOHAMMAD
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2016
KHAN, ANIS
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2016
QAZI, MOHAMMAD
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2016
STOBB, DAVID
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2016
CIENA HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2016
KHAN, ANIS
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2016
MASON, BRAD
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/18/2019
QAZI, MOHAMMAD
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2016
WHITAKER, CHARLES
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Laurels of Bedford's rating?

The Laurels of Bedford has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Michigan nursing homes is 3.1 stars.

How many inspection citations did The Laurels of Bedford receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a Michigan average of 9.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does The Laurels of Bedford accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns The Laurels of Bedford?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is The Laurels of Bedford and how do I contact it?

The Laurels of Bedford is at 270 N Bedford Road, Battle Creek, MI 49017. Phone: (269) 968-2296.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.