Grand Oaks Nursing Center
600 Denmark Street, Baldwin, MI 49304 · Lake County · (231) 745-4648
79 certified beds, about 62 residents a day · For profit - Individual · Medicare and Medicaid since 1990
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 235499 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on May 6, 2026, inspectors cited 5 health deficiencies (the Michigan average is 9.9, the national average 9.2).
None of its 23 health citations since March 2024 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 4.04 hours per resident per day, against 3.99 across Michigan and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.49 of those hours.
56.0% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Michigan average 44.1%).
CMS links it to The Peplinski Group, an affiliated group of 10 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 23 health citations on file.
May 6, 2026Standard inspection · 5 citations
- D Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that weights were obtained in accordance with physician orders for 3 residents (Resident #63, #26, and #35), out of 5 residents reviewed for the provision of nursing services.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to implement interventions and complete treatments for 1 resident (R16) with an unstageable pressure ulcer out of 2 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers. Findings Include:Resident #16 (R16)Review of an admission Record reflected R16 admitted to the facility with abnormal posture, weakness, muscle wasting and atrophy and dementia. Review of a Care Plan initiated 12/01/2025 reflected R16 had Altered functional mobility and ADLs (Activity of Daily Living) with interventions that included SKIN CARE INTERVENTIONS: . Heel boots at all times Date Initiated: 12/01/2025, revised on 5/4/2026. During an observation on 05/04/2026 at 10:00 AM, R16 was observed in her wheelchair in the common area and appeared to be sleeping. Heel boots were not in place. [...]
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure controlled drugs were administered in accordance with physician orders and nursing professional standards of practice for 4 residents (Resident #52, #17, #26, and #68) out of 15 residents reviewed for medication administration.
- D Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure Binding Arbitration was explained in a manner understood by residents and/or resident representatives and obtain adequate informed consent prior to entering into a binding arbitration agreement for 1 resident (R62) out of 3 residents reviewed for arbitration. Findings Include:Review of an admission Record reflected R62 admitted to the facility from a hospital on 4/26/2026 for orthopedic aftercare. R62 was listed as their own responsible party. During an interview on 05/06/2026 at 1:20 PM, R62 reported that he had no idea what a binding arbitration agreement was. R62 did not recall signing the agreement and said his son handles all these matters and these things are over his head. [...]
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to implement Enhanced Barrier Precautions for 1 resident (R16) out of 15 residents reviewed for infection control. Resident #16 (R16)Review of an admission Record reflected R16 admitted to the facility with diagnoses that included a stage 2 pressure ulcer. Review of R16's entire Care Plan initiated on 12/01/2025 did not reflect R16 was in Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP). Review of Interdisciplinary Documentation dated 4/28/2026 reflected Resident appears to have PI (pressure injury) to right heal (sic); 6cm x 3.5cm. It appears to have had a large blister open. Center has dark discoloration with blanchable redness surrounding. Area is tender to touch. 4x4 foam border dressing applied. Message left for CCC (Clinical Care Coordinator). [...]
January 29, 2026Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- E Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake 2677566. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the appropriate assessing, monitoring, documenting, and care planning reflected the needs, cares, and services required for one (R2) of 4 residents reviewed for quality of care.
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteThis pertains to intake 2716089. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to protect Resident#1 (R1) for the right to be free from verbal and physical abuse by Ancillary Service Provider the Podiatrist.
March 20, 2025Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 10 citations
- E Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure call lights were left within reach of 2 residents (R30 and R22) of 2 residents reviewed for availability of call lights.
- E Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to follow policies and procedures and implement appropriate antibiotic stewardship for two (R39 and R48) of two residents reviewed for antibiotic stewardship and failed to have an affective system in place for assessing, monitoring and preventing unnecessary antibiotic usage.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake M100150227. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to treat a resident in a dignified manner for one (R27) of three residents reviewed for dignity.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to develop or implement care plan interventions for two (R6 and R39) of 20 residents reviewed for care plans.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to formulate and implement personalized Care Plan revisions for one facility resident (R17) of two residents reviewed with documented significant weight changes.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to follow through the continuity of care of frequent urinary tract infections for one (R39) of one reviewed for quality of care.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to follow physician orders, prevent pressure ulcers, accurately assess and document, and implement treatment for one (R6) of two residents reviewed for pressure injuries.
- 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 follow physician orders and provide timely incontinence care, and appropriately document and treat MASD (moisture associated skin damage) for one (R6) of two residents reviewed for bowel and bladder.
- D Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure significant changes in weight were reviewed by the medical provider for 2 residents (R30 and R17) of 5 residents reviewed for nutrition services.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide appropriate hand hygiene during peri care for two (R6 and R48) of two residents reviewed for incontinence care.
November 20, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- E Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake M100147971. Past non-compliance was accepted for this citation. Plan identified below. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure 11 residents (R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9, R11, R12, R13, and R14) of 16 residents reviewed, were provided medications as ordered, resulting in medication not given as ordered.
October 7, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteThis citation refers to MI00146957. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to report an allegation of mental and verbal abuse in a timely manner to the state survey agency for 1 of 6 residents (R5) reviewed, resulting in allegations of abuse not being reported timely to the state survey agency, all allegations of abuse not being accurately and completely reported to the state survey agency, the potential for allegations of abuse not being investigated timely, the potential for abuse to go undetected, and the potential for residents not being protected from abusive individuals.
May 23, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteThis citation refers to MI00143988. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain complete, timely, and accurate medical records for 1 of 4 residents (R4), resulting in the potential for providers not having an accurate, complete, and timely picture of the resident's stay at the facility.
March 20, 2024Standard inspection · 3 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. This deficient practice has the potential to result in a food borne illness among any and all 66 residents.
- E Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to administer and document the administration of controlled substances and ensure medications were accurately reconciled for 5 residents (Resident #20, #24, #29, #32 and #54), reviewed for medication administration, resulting in medication errors.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteThis citation will have two Deficient Practice Statements (DPS) A and B. DPS A Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to implement best infection control practices during dining services for residents in the dining room and during incontinence care for 1 (Resident #33) reviewed during cares.
Fire safety inspections
12 fire safety citations on file: 5 on May 6, 2026, 2 on March 20, 2025, 5 on March 20, 2024.
Every fire safety citation12 citations
- F Implement emergency and standby power systems.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- E Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- E Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
- F Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
- E Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
- F Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
- 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 Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- E Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
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) | 4.04 | 3.99 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.49 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.55 | 3.50 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.73 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.82 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 56.0% | 44.1% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 46.2% | 39.2% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 3.34 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 4.24 on weekdays and 3.55 on weekends, 16% 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 3.93 in April to June 2025 to 4.04 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 | 4.04 | 0.49 | 4.24 | 3.55 | 0.0% | 0 of 90 | 62 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.93 | 0.57 | 4.09 | 3.54 | 11.5% | 0 of 92 | 60 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.82 | 0.50 | 3.95 | 3.48 | 5.6% | 0 of 92 | 65 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.93 | 0.49 | 4.05 | 3.62 | 5.9% | 0 of 91 | 65 |
| 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 | 12.5 | 10.8 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 2.8 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 2.7 | 3.0 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 10.2 | 12.0 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 4.7 | 5.1 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 17.5 | 14.8 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 19.5 | 24.0 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 11.9 | 11.7 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.4 | 1.8 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 2.5 | 1.6 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: LAKE COUNTY CARE CENTER, INC.. CMS links this home to The Peplinski Group, a group of 10 nursing homes averaging 2.2 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ackerman, Amy | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 10% | 01/01/2012 |
| Ackerman, Ricky | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 10% | 01/01/2012 |
| Baumgarten, Michael | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 10% | 01/01/2012 |
| Baumgarten, Therese | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 10% | 01/01/2012 |
| Peplinski, Sheli | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 10% | 01/01/2012 |
| Peplinski, Todd | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 10% | 01/01/2012 |
| Schade, Jeffery | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 10% | 01/01/2012 |
| Schade, Tamara | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 10% | 01/01/2012 |
| Thompson, Brian | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 10% | 01/01/2012 |
| Thompson, Shelly | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 10% | 01/01/2012 |
| Peplinski, Todd | Corporate director | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Schade, Jeffery | Corporate director | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Thompson, Brian | Corporate director | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Ackerman, Ricky | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Peplinski, Todd | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Schade, Jeffery | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Thompson, Brian | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Plante & Moran PLLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 01/01/2012 | |
| Ackerman, Ricky | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Holbrook, Gayle | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 11/04/2021 | |
| Schade, Jeffery | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Solarewicz, Maciej | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 10/01/2023 | |
| Thompson, Brian | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Winkels, Kathy | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 07/06/2016 | |
| Plante & Moran PLLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 04/10/2025 | |
| The Peplinski Group Inc | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/06/2025 | |
| Ackerman, Ricky | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Holbrook, Gayle | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 11/04/2021 | |
| Schade, Jeffery | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Solarewicz, Maciej | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/01/2023 | |
| Thompson, Brian | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/01/2012 | |
| Winkels, Kathy | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 07/06/2016 |
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 do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 6 problems in this area, most recently on May 6, 2026: "Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 5 problems in this area, most recently on May 6, 2026: "Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality."
- What changed in infection control since the last inspection, and who on staff is the infection preventionist?Inspectors cited 4 problems in this area, most recently on May 6, 2026: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on January 29, 2026: "Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody."
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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 Grand Oaks Nursing Center's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Grand Oaks Nursing Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Grand Oaks Nursing Center get at its last inspection?
- 5 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on May 6, 2026. The Michigan average is 9.9.
- Has Grand Oaks Nursing Center been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Grand Oaks Nursing 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 Grand Oaks Nursing Center?
- CMS lists 32 owners and managers, and links the home to The Peplinski Group. Legal business name: LAKE COUNTY CARE CENTER, INC..
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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