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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Life Care Center of Plainwell

320 Brigham St · Plainwell, MI 49080 · 119 certified beds

2696859805

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About Life Care Center of Plainwell

Life Care Center of Plainwell is a nursing home in Plainwell, Michigan, in Allegan County. Its reported capacity is 119 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Life Care Centers of America. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 85 citations, the newest dated 9 April 2026. Federal enforcement records add 2 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.50 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

56

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

56

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

56

Inspection history (85)

Records from September 2023 to April 2026.

  • December 11, 2023 · E

    Citation F0881

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0887

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0887 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · G

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · E

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0883

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0658

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0645

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0693

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0558

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0655

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-11 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-11.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · E

    Citation F0602

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-19 under CMS tag F0602 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · G

    Citation F0604

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-19 under CMS tag F0604 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · E

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-19 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · J

    Citation F0760

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-19 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · E

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-19 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-19 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · D

    Citation F0580

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-19 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · D

    Citation F0600

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-19 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV

Penalties (2)

Total fines on file: $171,837

  • September 19, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-58729

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $15,593 against this nursing home on 2023-09-19 (Fine ID: 58729). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV
  • September 19, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-58730

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $156,244 against this nursing home on 2023-09-19 (Fine ID: 58730). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-19.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.50 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.68 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.68 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.50 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.50 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.50 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.18 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Life Care Centers of America

Chain ID 311 · 194 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 3.4
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.8
  • Chain average staffing rating: 3.3
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.5

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Life Care Centers of America, INC.

    chain · PAC 6608783543

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical MI range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · MI$11,254/mo
See full MI cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

Nearby alternatives

Other licensed providers in Plainwell, with their own public records.

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Trust & methodology

Where this information came from

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CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
Ownership type, Parent organization
CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
NPI
CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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