The Laurels of Carson City
620 North Second Street, Carson City, MI 48811
Based on 2026 CMS Data
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Care Quality Indicators
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How The Laurels of Carson City Compares
The Laurels of Carson City is a 82-bed for-profit nursing facility in Carson City, Michigan. It holds an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Michigan average of 3.1 stars. Its strongest area is quality measures, rated 5 stars. Its rate of long-stay antipsychotic medication use (6.1%) is below the Michigan average of 14.8%, a favorable sign for resident care. With 82 certified beds, it operates near capacity at roughly 91% occupied.
By the numbers vs. Michigan average
- Long-stay antipsychotic medication use: 6.1% — better than the Michigan average of 14.8% (59% lower).
- Falls with major injury: 1.3% — better than the Michigan average of 2.9% (57% lower).
- High-risk pressure ulcers: 2.4% — better than the Michigan average of 5.1% (53% lower).
- Short-stay rehospitalization: 27.2% — worse than the Michigan average of 23.9%.
Comparisons use CMS Care Compare data (updated September 9, 2026) measured against Michigan averages across 422 facilities tracked by ElderVoice.
Questions to Ask The Laurels of Carson City
Use these facility-specific questions when calling admissions, touring the building, or comparing The Laurels of Carson City with other nursing homes in Carson City.
What keeps The Laurels of Carson City's staffing levels rating strong?
This category is rated 4 out of 5 stars. Ask for concrete staffing, training, or care-process examples behind the score.
What practices help The Laurels of Carson City keep long-stay antipsychotic medication use below the state average?
Long-stay antipsychotic medication use is 6.1% here versus 14.8% across Michigan. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
What practices help The Laurels of Carson City keep falls with major injury below the state average?
Falls with major injury is 1.3% here versus 2.9% across Michigan. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
How does The Laurels of Carson City maintain staffing when occupancy is high?
The facility reports roughly 91% occupancy across 82 certified beds, so ask how staffing is adjusted during full census periods.
How can a new family connect with existing councils at The Laurels of Carson City?
Active resident or family councils can provide useful context about daily life, responsiveness, and recurring concerns.
What would the first 30 days look like for a new resident at The Laurels of Carson City?
Ask who builds the care plan, how medication changes are communicated, how often families receive updates, and who to call after hours.
The Senior Community Around Carson City
Carson City sits in Montcalm County, where adults 65 and older make up about 17.4% of the population — a share of seniors in line with Michigan as a whole (17.2% statewide). The area's median household income is lower than the state average, reflecting a more affordable area.
- Residents 65+
- 11,036 (17.4%)
- Median age
- 40.8 years
- Median household income
- $52,390
- Median home value
- $121,800
Demographics for Montcalm County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Carson City.
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