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Kalkaska Memorial Health Center

419 South Coral Street

3.2(109 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
104
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Government, Hospital district
Certified beds
104
Facility type
Includes an on-site emergency room department
Resident capacity
Licensed for up to 104 residents

What Families Think

An automated summary of family reviews and public information. Not verified by MyLivingChoice; confirm services, staffing and pricing with the community.

Available reviews for Kalkaska Memorial Health Center focus almost entirely on the emergency room and outpatient clinic experience rather than the skilled nursing / long-term care side of the community. Reviewers consistently praise fast, attentive, and compassionate care, including one account of a provider catching a life-threatening blood clot. No feedback specifically addresses day-to-day life or care quality for long-term residents.

What reviewers praise

  • Reviewers praise fast, thorough ER care
  • Staff described as kind and attentive
  • One account of a life-saving diagnosis
  • Clean facility noted by a reviewer
  • Compassionate treatment even for recurring conditions

What reviewers flag

  • Available reviews describe ER visits, not long-term care experience
  • No pricing information published; contact community for details

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center is a senior living community in Kalkaska, Michigan offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Housekeeping, Wheelchair Accessible and 24-Hour Staff. Families rate it 3.2 out of 5 across 109 reviews.

About Kalkaska Memorial Health Center

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community licensed for up to 104 residents in Kalkaska, Michigan. The facility is operated by a government hospital district and holds Medicare and Medicaid certification for all licensed beds.

The community is staffed 24 hours a day and provides on-site nursing care, medication management, housekeeping, and security. The facility is wheelchair accessible and holds a 4 of 5 overall star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Types of Care at Kalkaska Memorial Health Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

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Reviews of Kalkaska Memorial Health Center

3.2overall · 109 ratings combined

3.2★ on Google (109)

Marc Menchaca

Jul 2026

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Excellent service and care! From the moment we walked in until discharge we felt comfortable by everyone. Great job!

Patrick Bohn

Jun 2026

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Everyone was super nice to me and got me in and out very quickly while still checking everything and making sure I was okay. Not to mention the room and building are very clean.

matthew radd

Jun 2026

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Maria the Physicians Assistant saved my life Saturday 30 May 2026 at 830 am. I went in because i was convinced i had a sinus infection. Maria the PA quickly assessed that i did not have a sinus infection but that something was wrong. She could have just let me leave but she did not. She had Tracey escort me to the emergency room on the other side of the clinic and she made it pretty clear that her instructions were non-negotiable because she could tell i was just going to go home. Upon arrival at the ER the doctor directed a cat scan, then another cat scan with contrast. They determined i had a blood clot in my brain. 30 minutes later i was in an ambulance headed toward The Munson stroke center in Traverse City. The nuerologist at Munson immediately began treating me in order to disolve the clot. He also informed me tthat Maria had saved my life. I cannot say enough about the incredible professionals at both facilities. I apologize for not remembering all of their names but to a person, the dedication to professional excellence and dedication to patient care are unmatched. Thank all of you very much.. CSM Matthew Radd Strength/Honor

Melanie Hurst

Apr 2026

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Kalkaska ER is the best in the area. They have consistently given us excellent care for years. Today my daughter had to come in for a stitch, and she left with a popsicle and a smile on her face. Easily the nicest doctors and nurses I have ever encountered. I don't care what their pay rate is now, but give them all a raise!

A k

Mar 2026

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I have endometriosis that is treated by University of Michigan. Sometimes it causes a pain flare up. Every time I’ve come to the ER for that issue, the providers have been incredibly kind and helpful. They always believe me and never make me feel stupid for coming in. Endometriosis often doesn’t show up on ER imaging, despite that I’m always treated well. I appreciate it so much. It is the total opposite at Munson in Traverse City.

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Government Inspection History

9 inspection visits in the last three years, 25 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

May 14, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 1, 2026

Jan 2, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 27, 2026

Nov 26, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 23, 2025

Sep 19, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 17, 2025

Jul 31, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • 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.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2025

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 30, 2025

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 5, 2025

  • Meet other general requirements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 30, 2025

  • Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 30, 2025

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 30, 2025

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025

May 2, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 30, 2025

Feb 19, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 21, 2025

Aug 28, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
  • Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 30, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 30, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 30, 2024

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 30, 2024

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 30, 2024

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 30, 2024

Oct 5, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 3, 2023

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 3, 2023

  • Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 19, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 19, 2023

  • Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 19, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Kalkaska Memorial Health Center offer?

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Kalkaska Memorial Health Center located?

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center is located at 419 South Coral Street in Kalkaska, Michigan.

What do families say about Kalkaska Memorial Health Center?

Available reviews for Kalkaska Memorial Health Center focus almost entirely on the emergency room and outpatient clinic experience rather than the skilled nursing / long-term care side of the community. Reviewers consistently praise fast, attentive, and compassionate care, including one account of a provider catching a life-threatening blood clot. No feedback specifically addresses day-to-day life or care quality for long-term residents.

How did Kalkaska Memorial Health Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center had 9 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 25 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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