Medilodge Of Portage

7855 Currier Dr, Portage MI, 49002

Resident Review Score
8.2
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Loved
Starting price

$1,300

For this area
$$$
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Medilodge Of Portage is a nursing home in Portage, MI, with 120 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living care and has an independent living option.

Costs at this community start at $1,300 and range up to $8,706 per month. The average price in the community is $5,003, which is lower than the average price of $5,364 in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is more than the state average. If the resident needs other services, additional care or services may increase the monthly cost. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 3.8 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.4 hours with licensed nurses (0.9 by an RN and 0.5 by an LPN) and 2.4 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are five hospitals within 25 miles of Medilodge Of Portage. The two closest hospitals are Bronson Methodist Hospital, which is 5.7 miles away, and Borgess Medical Center, which is 7.4 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 2, which is an average rating of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has an average health inspection rating of 2. The quality rating for this facility is 4 and the staff rating is 4.

Some of the key amenities available at Medilodge Of Portage are:

  • Outdoor Areas
  • Pet Friendly
  • Activity Center

For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(269) 323-7748

Pricing for Medilodge Of Portage

$5,364Avg. Local Starting Price
Medilodge Of Portage$1,300

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$5,637
  • In Grand Rapids-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek$5,364
  • In MI$4,848

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Resident Review Score
8.2
|
Loved
#1 in Portage, MI
Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved13
Loved0
Good0
Average1
Below Average3

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has received a mix of reviews, with many highlighting the positive aspects of care, cleanliness, and staff professionalism. Numerous reviewers have praised the community for its attentive and professional staff, noting their friendliness and the high quality of care provided to residents. Families have felt at ease with the administrative support, such as handling of paperwork and medical arrangements, which significantly eased their responsibilities. The meals, including room service, have also received commendations for their quality, enhancing the residents' stay. Physical spaces, including the cleanliness and upkeep of the facility, have made positive impressions on visitors and residents alike, making them feel welcome and at home.
However, some reviews have voiced concerns, particularly around medical attention and staff responsiveness to residents' needs. There were instances of dissatisfaction with how certain medical needs were handled, leading to hospital readmissions for some residents. Additionally, there were complaints about personal items being misplaced or laundry not being appropriately managed despite clear instructions. Despite these criticisms, the majority of feedback focused on the warm and caring environment created by the staff, the effective management team, and the overall sense of community and home-like atmosphere that prevails. The community has been recommended for both long-term stays and short-term rehab, with many sharing heartfelt stories of compassion, care, and professionalism that significantly impacted their or their loved ones' experiences.

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ANNUAL DATA

Medilodge Of Portage

Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

117
87.9

Local Avg

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

2
3.1

Local Avg

health inspection

2
2.9

Local Avg

quality

3
3.8

Local Avg

staff

4
3.3

Local Avg

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

2
5.9

Local Avg

infection control citations

2
2.3

Local Avg

fines

4
3.5

Local Avg

amount of fines

$170,918
$90,317

Local Avg

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

1
1.4

Local Avg

total nurse hours

4
3.6

Local Avg

weekend nurse hours

3
3.3

Local Avg

weekend rn hours

0
0.5

Local Avg

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

65
50.8

Local Avg

registered nurses

45
46.1

Local Avg

administrators who left

1
0.5

Local Avg

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    MEDILODGE OF PORTAGE

  • Ownership type

    For profit - Limited Liability company

  • Federal Provider Number

    235399

  • Provider SSA county code

    380

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    March 12, 1979

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    No

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Amenities

Medilodge Of Portage

Outdoor Areas
Pet Friendly
Activity Center

Care

24-hour Licensed Nursing Care

24-hour Skilled Nursing Care

Outpatient Rehabilitation

Activities & Fitness

Activity Center

Additional Features

English

French

Pet Friendly

Spanish

Accommodations

Outdoor Areas

Hospitals

Bronson Methodist Hospital

601 John Street

Distance: 5.7 miles

Borgess Medical Center

1521 Gull Road

Distance: 7.2 miles

Bronson Lakeview Hospital

408 Hazen Street

Distance: 16.0 miles

Churches

First Reformed Church

7905 South Westnedge Avenue, Portage

Distance: 0.2 miles

St Barnabas Episcopal Church

929 East Centre Avenue, Portage

Distance: 0.4 miles

First Baptist Church of Portage

1133 East Centre Avenue, Portage

Distance: 0.5 miles

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