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Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center
111 Evergreen, Battle Creek, MI 49015 · Calhoun County · (269) 969-6110
91 certified beds, about 88 residents a day · For profit - Corporation · Medicare and Medicaid since 1967
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 235054 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on April 2, 2026, inspectors cited 5 health deficiencies (the Michigan average is 9.9, the national average 9.2).
None of its 16 health citations since October 2023 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.38 hours per resident per day, against 3.99 across Michigan and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.61 of those hours.
46.6% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Michigan average 44.1%).
CMS links it to Nexcare Health Systems, an affiliated group of 20 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 16 health citations on file.
April 2, 2026Standard inspection · 5 citations
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to have an active and ongoing plan for reducing the risk of legionella and other opportunistic pathogens of premise plumbing (OPPP), resulting in the potential for increased risk of respiratory infection among all residents in the facility.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure that one resident (#100) was treated with dignity and care in manner that promotes maintenance or enhancement of her quality of life out of one resident reviewed for dignity.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to report an allegation of neglect/abuse to the appropriate state survey agency for one resident (#100) of one resident reviewed for neglect/abuse. Findings Included:Resident #100 (R100)Review of the medical record revealed R100 was admitted [DATE] with diagnoses that included metabolic encephalopathy (brain dysfunction caused by chemical imbalance, urinary tract infection, hypertension, difficulty walking, and muscle weakness. Review of R98's document entitled Brief Interview of Mental Status (3.0 BIMS), completed 03/30/2026, revealed a BIMS score of 15 (cognitively intact) out of 15. On 03/31/2026 at 09:31 a.m. during observation and interview R100 was observed lying down in bed. R100's daughter V was observed sitting in a chair at her bedside. R100 explained that she had a concern regarding her care. [...]
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to adequately investigate an allegation of neglect/abuse for one resident (#100) of one resident review of neglect/abuse. Findings Included: Resident #100 (R100)Review of the medical record revealed R100 was admitted [DATE] with diagnoses that included metabolic encephalopathy (brain dysfunction caused by chemical imbalance, urinary tract infection, hypertension, difficulty walking, and muscle weakness. Review of R98's document entitled Brief Interview of Mental Status (3.0 BIMS), completed 03/30/2026, revealed a BIMS score of 15 (cognitively intact) out of 15. On 03/31/2026 at 09:31 a.m. during observation and interview R100 was observed lying down in bed. R100's daughter V was observed sitting in a chair at her bedside. R100 explained that she had a concern regarding her care. [...]
- D Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to provide a written summary of the baseline care plan to one resident (#98) or residents representative out of 18 residents reviewed for baseline care plan.
December 16, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake 2648236. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide adequate post-surgical wound care for one (R201) of one resident reviewed. Review of the clinical record revealed R201 was admitted into the facility on 9/25/25 with diagnoses that included: encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system, depression, anxiety, and difficulty walking. According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], R201 required substantial/maximal assistance for shower/bathing and scored 15/15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status exam (which indicated intact cognition). A review of R201's After Visit Summary (instructions provided to resident at discharge from the hospital) dated 9/25/25 revealed resident underwent spinal surgery. [...]
January 15, 2025Standard inspection · 2 citations
- D Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to provide and document evidence of prompt resolution to a grievance for missing personal clothing of one (resident #48) out of one resident reviewed resulting in unresolved grievance. Findings Included: Resident #48 (R48) Review of the medical record revealed R48 was admitted to the facility 12/06/24 with diagnoses that included sepsis (complicated infection), cellulitis (bacterial skin infection) of left lower limb, chronic pain syndrome, depression, gastro-esophageal reflux, hypertension, neuropathy (pain from nerve damage), osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease), rheumatoid arthritis (chronic inflammation of joints), spinal stenosis(spinal narrowing), obesity, lymphedema (swelling of extremities cause by lymphatic system blockage), and difficulty walking. [...]
- D Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to justify the ongoing use of an indwelling urinary catheter for one (R11) of three reviewed.
May 9, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure two of seven staff reviewed who performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on Resident #2 maintained current CPR certification for healthcare providers.
March 7, 2024Standard inspection · 6 citations
- D Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure two out of two residents (Resident #46 & 190) were free from misappropriation of property when $70 and a purse were identified to be missing. Findings Included: In an interview on 3/06/2024 at 9:38 AM, Resident # 46 (R46) stated that she had $70 stolen, and said it was on her windowsill under a small bag (resembled a makeup bag). R46 said about one week ago was when her $70 was found to be missing. R46 said a Certified Nurse Aid (CNA), who's name she could not recall, was in her room cleaning off her windowsill approximately one week ago from this interview, and said she told the CNA not to lift the bag up off the windowsill, but the CNA did anyhow and saw the money. R46 said that no staff had interviewed her nor got a statement from her regarding her missing $70. [...]
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to immediately report an allegation of misappropriation of $70 that was fund to be missing for one of one residents (Resident #46). Findings Included: In an interview on 3/06/2024 at 9:38 AM, Resident # 46 (R46) stated that she had $70 stolen, and said it was on her windowsill under a small bag (resembled a makeup bag). R46 said about one week ago was when her $70 was found to be missing. R46 said a Certified Nurse Aid (CNA), who's name she could not recall, was in her room cleaning off her windowsill approximately one week ago from this interview, and said she told the CNA not to lift the bag up off the windowsill, but the CNA did anyhow and saw the money. R46 said that no staff had interviewed her nor got a statement from her regarding her missing $70. [...]
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to thoroughly investigate for one out of one resident (Resident #46) an incident of $70 coming up missing that kept in Resident #46's room. Findings Included: In an interview on 3/06/2024 at 9:38 AM, Resident # 46 (R46) stated that she had $70 stolen, and said it was on her windowsill under a small bag (resembled a makeup bag). R46 said about one week ago was when her $70 was found to be missing. R46 said a Certified Nurse Aid (CNA), who's name she could not recall, was in her room cleaning off her windowsill approximately one week ago from this interview, and said she told the CNA not to lift the bag up off the windowsill, but the CNA did anyhow and saw the money. R46 said that no staff had interviewed her nor got a statement from her regarding her missing $70. [...]
- D Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide the necessary care with activities of daily living (ADL) to one (Resident #339) of two residents reviewed for ADL care. Resident # 339 (R339) Review of the medical record revealed Resident #339 (R339) was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included unspecified fracture of the right forearm, Congestive Heart Failure, muscle weakness and history of a CVA. According to Resident #339 (R339)'s Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], revealed R339 scored 10 out of 15 (moderate cognitive impairment) on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS- a cognitive screening tool) and had no behaviors. R339 required partial to moderate assistance due to impairment on one side and use of a walker and wheelchair. [...]
- D Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to prevent the administration of an unnecessary dose of a pneumococcal immunization for one (Resident #2) of five reviewed.
- D Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to effectively clean and maintain the physical plant effecting 87 residents, resulting in the increased likelihood for cross-contamination, bacterial harborage, and decreased illumination.
October 11, 2023Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- E Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to MI00139275. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure call lights were answered in a timely manner for four (Resident #2, #6, #7 and #8) of six reviewed for call light response time, resulting in call lights not being answered for extended periods of time and resident needs not being met in a timely manner.
Fire safety inspections
16 fire safety citations on file: 13 on April 2, 2026, 3 on March 7, 2024.
Every fire safety citation16 citations
- F Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
- F Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- F Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- F Have proper power supply for life support equipment.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- E 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.
- E Have exits that are accessible at all times.
- E Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- E Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- E Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
- E Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
- F Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- E Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.38 | 3.99 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.61 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 2.94 | 3.50 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.12 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.65 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 46.6% | 44.1% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 23.1% | 39.2% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 3.26 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.56 on weekdays and 2.94 on weekends, 17% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.0% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.48 in April to June 2025 to 3.38 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.38 | 0.61 | 3.56 | 2.94 | 0.0% | 0 of 90 | 88 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.50 | 0.60 | 3.68 | 3.05 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 89 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.58 | 0.65 | 3.77 | 3.10 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 87 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.48 | 0.59 | 3.68 | 2.99 | 0.0% | 0 of 91 | 90 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Michigan, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.95 | 0.70 | 4.14 | 3.45 | 3.3% | 0.4% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Michigan | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 8.8 | 10.8 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.4 | 3.0 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 1.1 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 7.5 | 12.0 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.7 | 5.1 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 15.6 | 14.8 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 27.5 | 24.0 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 14.4 | 11.7 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 2.3 | 1.6 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: EVERGREEN MANOR SENIOR CARE CENTRE, LLC. CMS links this home to Nexcare Health Systems, a group of 20 nursing homes averaging 3.9 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nexcare Holdings, LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 100% | 11/01/2013 |
| Smith, Cheryl | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 07/07/2016 | |
| Sangster, Todd | Corporate officer | Individual | 11/04/2013 | |
| Nexcare Health Systems, LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 10/06/2011 | |
| Perry, Michael | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 08/01/2015 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 5 problems in this area, most recently on April 2, 2026: "Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities."
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 3 problems in this area, most recently on January 15, 2025: "Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections."
- What changed in infection control since the last inspection, and who on staff is the infection preventionist?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on April 2, 2026: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on April 2, 2026: "Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.94 hours per resident per day, below the Michigan average of 3.50.
Other nursing homes nearby
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- Majestic Care of Battle Creek Battle Creek, 4.3 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 38 citations
- The Oaks at Battle Creek Battle Creek, 4.5 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 15 citations
- Pinnacle Care of Battle Creek Battle Creek, 5.7 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 113 citations
- Calhoun County Medical Care Facility Battle Creek, 7.1 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 12 citations
- The Laurels of Galesburg Galesburg, 8.6 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 67 citations
- Villa at Borgess Place Kalamazoo, 14.2 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 70 citations
- Plainwell Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Communi Plainwell, 15.8 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 54 citations
Michigan contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Michigan. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Survey and Certification, Long Term Care Division, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, 1-866-485-9393. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: LARA State Licensing Search, where Michigan publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center get at its last inspection?
- 5 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on April 2, 2026. The Michigan average is 9.9.
- Has Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center?
- CMS lists 5 owners and managers, and links the home to Nexcare Health Systems. Legal business name: EVERGREEN MANOR SENIOR CARE CENTRE, LLC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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