The Timbers of Cass County
Nursing Home · Dowagiac, MI
CMS certification number235652
Contact & location
55432 Colby StDowagiac, MI 49047
Cass County
- Phone
- (269) 782-7828
- ZIP code
- 49047 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 108
- Residents per day
- 100.1 (93% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal name
- Atrium Timbers LLC
- Chain
- Atrium Centers (26 facilities, avg 3.0★)
- Medicare certified since
- December 15, 2010
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 3.46 (state 3.99 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.69 (state 0.78 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.66 (state 0.88 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.11 (state 2.33 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 2.88 (state 3.50 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 28.9 (state 44.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 38.1 (state 39.2 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 2 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- January 8, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 12.0 (state 10.1 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 2
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 42 health · 15 fire safety
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-14 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-12 |
| 2026-02-19 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. F0627 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-03-12 |
| 2026-01-08 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-09 |
| 2026-01-08 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-09 |
| 2026-01-08 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-09 |
| 2026-01-08 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-09 |
| 2026-01-08 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-09 |
| 2026-01-08 | Provide appropriate foot care. F0687 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-09 |
| 2026-01-08 | 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. F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-09 |
| 2026-01-08 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-09 |
| 2026-01-08 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. F0700 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-09 |
| 2026-01-08 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-09 |
| 2025-03-12 | Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. F0680 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-11 |
| 2025-03-12 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-11 |
| 2025-03-12 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-11 |
| 2025-03-12 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-11 |
| 2024-10-31 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. F0561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. F0806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. F0887 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-10-31 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-12-04 |
| 2024-06-21 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-06-21 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-06-21 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-06-21 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2023-10-11 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-10-11 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. F0759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-10-11 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-10-11 | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. F0625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-10-11 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-10-11 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-10-11 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. F0742 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-10-11 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Orion Operating Services LLC (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Lument Real Estate Capital LLC (organization) | 5%+ Mortgage Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Albright Ross, Susan (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Amicus Capital Holdings INC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Amicus Capital Holdings, INC. Employee Stock Ownership Trust (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Amicus Properties LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Amsbury, Julie (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Anderson, Curt (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Atrium Centers Management LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Broad River Rehabilitation (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Cherry, Jill (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Clarke, Deann (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Dorsey, Jasmine (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Evergreen Two LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Forvis Mazars LLP (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Geniac, Samuel (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Heller, David (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Johnson, Cindy (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Leaderstat LTD (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ocs Real Estate Holdings LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Omnicare LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Orion Properties Ten LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Paredes, Miguel (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Plante & Moran Pllc (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Paredes, Miguel (individual) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Schmidt, Robert (individual) | Individual Is An Owner, Partner Or Trustee Of Any Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Heller, David (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Johnson, Cindy (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Albright Ross, Susan (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Amicus Capital Holdings INC (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Amsbury, Julie (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Anderson, Curt (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Atrium Centers Management LLC (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Atrium Centers, LLC (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Cherry, Jill (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Clarke, Deann (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Dorsey, Jasmine (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Geniac, Samuel (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Heller, David (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Johnson, Cindy (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Orion Operating Services LLC (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of The Timbers of Cass County?
The Timbers of Cass County has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Michigan.
How many beds does The Timbers of Cass County have?
It has 108 certified beds and cares for about 100 residents per day.
Has The Timbers of Cass County been fined?
CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Who owns The Timbers of Cass County?
It is part of Atrium Centers and is classified as for profit - limited liability company. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of The Timbers of Cass County?
(269) 782-7828. The facility is located at 55432 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI 49047.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.