The Laurels of Kent
350 N Center St, Lowell, MI 49331
Based on 2026 CMS Data
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Care Quality Indicators
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How The Laurels of Kent Compares
The Laurels of Kent is a 153-bed for-profit nursing facility in Lowell, Michigan. It holds an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, roughly in line with the Michigan average of 3.1 stars. Its strongest area is staffing, rated 4 stars. Its rate of falls resulting in major injury (2.3%) is below the Michigan average of 2.9%, a favorable sign for resident care. With 153 certified beds, it has notable available capacity at roughly 61% occupied.
By the numbers vs. Michigan average
- Long-stay antipsychotic medication use: 12.6% — better than the Michigan average of 14.8%.
- Falls with major injury: 2.3% — better than the Michigan average of 2.9%.
- High-risk pressure ulcers: 4.6% — better than the Michigan average of 5.1%.
- Short-stay rehospitalization: 24.4% — 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 Kent
Use these facility-specific questions when calling admissions, touring the building, or comparing The Laurels of Kent with other nursing homes in Lowell.
What keeps The Laurels of Kent'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 Kent keep falls with major injury below the state average?
Falls with major injury is 2.3% here versus 2.9% across Michigan. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
Why is The Laurels of Kent's occupancy below many full facilities?
The facility reports roughly 61% occupancy across 153 certified beds. Lower occupancy can mean availability, but families should ask whether renovations, staffing, reputation, or service mix are factors.
How can a new family connect with existing councils at The Laurels of Kent?
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 Kent?
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 Lowell
Lowell sits in Kent County, where adults 65 and older make up about 13.6% of the population — a lower share of seniors than Michigan as a whole (17.2% statewide). The area's median household income is higher than the state average, reflecting a higher cost of living.
- Residents 65+
- 89,076 (13.6%)
- Median age
- 35.4 years
- Median household income
- $65,722
- Median home value
- $188,500
Demographics for Kent County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Lowell.
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