The Laurels of Galesburg
1080 N 35th Street, Galesburg, MI 49053
Based on 2026 CMS Data
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Health Inspections
Frequency & severity of deficiencies
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Nurse hours per resident per day
Quality Measures
Clinical outcomes & care quality
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Care Quality Indicators
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How The Laurels of Galesburg Compares
The Laurels of Galesburg is a 93-bed for-profit nursing facility in Galesburg, Michigan. It holds an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Michigan average of 3.1 stars. Its strongest area is staffing (4 stars), while health inspections (1 star) is its weakest. Its rate of falls resulting in major injury (6.2%) is above the Michigan average of 2.9% — a measure worth asking the staff about. With 93 certified beds, it operates near capacity at roughly 91% occupied.
By the numbers vs. Michigan average
- Long-stay antipsychotic medication use: 24.5% — worse than the Michigan average of 14.8% (65% higher).
- Falls with major injury: 6.2% — worse than the Michigan average of 2.9% (109% higher).
- High-risk pressure ulcers: 3.6% — better than the Michigan average of 5.1% (30% lower).
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 Galesburg
Use these facility-specific questions when calling admissions, touring the building, or comparing The Laurels of Galesburg with other nursing homes in Galesburg.
How is The Laurels of Galesburg addressing its health inspections rating?
CMS currently rates this category 1 out of 5 stars, so ask what specific improvements are underway and when the next survey update is expected.
What is The Laurels of Galesburg doing to reduce long-stay antipsychotic medication use?
Long-stay antipsychotic medication use is 24.5% here versus 14.8% across Michigan. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
What is The Laurels of Galesburg doing to reduce falls with major injury?
Falls with major injury is 6.2% here versus 2.9% across Michigan. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
How does The Laurels of Galesburg maintain staffing when occupancy is high?
The facility reports roughly 91% occupancy across 93 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 Galesburg?
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 Galesburg?
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 Galesburg
Galesburg sits in Kalamazoo County, where adults 65 and older make up about 15.0% of the population — a lower share of seniors than Michigan as a whole (17.2% statewide). The area's median household income is consistent with state averages.
- Residents 65+
- 39,609 (15.0%)
- Median age
- 34.5 years
- Median household income
- $58,836
- Median home value
- $168,500
Demographics for Kalamazoo County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Galesburg.
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