The Willows At Okemos
4830 Central Park Drive, Okemos, MI 48864 · (517) 349-3600
For profit - Corporation · 68 certified beds
The Willows At Okemos has a 5-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in April 2026, found 7 citations (the Michigan average is 9.9). It hasn't been fined in the last three years.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on April 16, 2026 found 7 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.April 16, 2026 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.April 16, 2026 · F0636 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.April 16, 2026 · F0638 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.April 16, 2026 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.April 16, 2026 · F0657 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.April 16, 2026 · F0756 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.April 16, 2026 · F0791 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 4 citations.
- Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.May 7, 2025 · F0677 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.May 7, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.January 29, 2025 · F0677 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.August 30, 2024 · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Michigan average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.99 | 3.99 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 1.38 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.62 | 0.88 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 1.98 | 2.33 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 32.8% | 44.1% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 68 |
| Average residents per day | 61.5 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Medilodge of Okemos Okemos · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Ingham County Medical Care Facility Okemos · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- The Willows At East Lansing East Lansing · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Medilodge of Campus Area East Lansing · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Holt Senior Care and Rehab Center Holt · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
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