Canal View - Houghton County
1100 Quincy Street · Hancock, MI · 49930 · 9064825050
197 certified beds Government - City/county
Why this verdict
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.85 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.26 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.33 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 48% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $39,988 |
Inspection citations (22 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E January 28, 2026
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.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 28, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 28, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 28, 2026
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 28, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G September 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2024
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.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected June 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G March 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J December 8, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G December 8, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 8, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 4, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 8, 2023
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 4, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 8, 2023
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.
Corrected January 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 8, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 23, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 8, 2023
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected January 4, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F December 8, 2023
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected January 4, 2024 · Administration
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No harm found · C December 8, 2023
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected January 4, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D September 27, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 6, 2024 | Fine | $24,395 |
| December 8, 2023 | Fine | $15,593 |
| December 8, 2023 | Payment Denial | 49 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235031 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.