Medilodge Of Okemos

Medilodge Of Okemos is a nursing home community in Okemos, MI.

Information last verified: April 15, 2026

5211 Marsh Road, Okemos, MI 48864

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.2 from 104 reviews

5 stars

76

4 stars

9

3 stars

1

2 stars

3

1 stars

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Overall Review of Medilodge Of Okemos

common 22 reviews mention this

Care staff feel responsive

Residents and families frequently describe staff as caring and professional.

Many reviews highlight friendly, attentive staff and describe getting help promptly when needs came up. Several families also mention therapists and nurses working directly with residents during PT and OT, and some reviewers praise staff for being understanding and informative during admission and visits. A few reviews contrast that experience by saying staffing can affect care, but overall, positive staff interactions are common.

caveat 14 reviews mention this

Staffing gaps raise concerns

Some reviewers report staffing shortages affecting timely care.

A recurring negative theme is that staffing levels can lead to delays in attention, including long waits for nurse call responses and situations where residents felt they were not being listened to. Several reviews describe nights or busy periods as especially problematic, and a few go further to say care needs were not met. While some reviews praise quick responses and overall care, the staffing-related complaints are frequent enough that prospective residents will want to ask how coverage works during peak hours and overnight.

common 10 reviews mention this

Clean, but occasional odors

Reviews often describe the facility as clean and well maintained.

Cleanliness is mentioned repeatedly, with reviewers describing a clean facility, fresh odors in some cases, and rooms being cared for daily. One review also notes an odor in the hall, which suggests cleanliness is not experienced the same way by everyone. Overall, cleanliness appears to be a consistent part of the day-to-day experience, even if there are occasional complaints.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Food quality is hit-or-miss

Dining quality gets mixed feedback in reviews.

Some reviews say the food is not flavorful or has poor taste, while others describe food more positively or as needing only minor improvement. One reviewer who mentioned restaurant-style dining as a preferred experience still frames their feedback around taste rather than the service setting. Since the community does offer restaurant-style dining, it may be worth asking residents or families currently there what meals are like for your particular preferences and dietary needs.

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Rehab therapy is a key focus

Reviews frequently connect the experience to rehab therapy support.

Several reviews describe rehab outcomes and daily support through PT and OT, including staff coming to residents’ rooms for therapy and nurses coordinating care around medical needs and medications. A few families also mention the rehab admission process and how staff helped facilitate getting someone into care. For people considering skilled nursing rehabilitation, the reviews suggest therapy delivery and rehab coordination are central to how residents and families judge the experience.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

100 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Capital City (9 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

Culver's (0.2 miles)
Cancun Mexican Grill (0.4 miles)
Olive Garden (0.5 miles)
Taco Bell (1 miles)
Dusty's Tap Room (1 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (1.1 miles)
Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.1 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (0.6 miles)
Panera Bread (1 miles)
Biggby Coffee (1 miles)
Koi Tea (1.1 miles)
Chapelure (2.7 miles)
Starbucks (2.8 miles)
Starbucks (3.4 miles)

Physicians

Great Lakes Hand Surgery Center (0.8 miles)
A New Beginning OBGYN (1 miles)
Cima Breast Center (1 miles)
Eyecare Associates of Haslett and Perry (1.1 miles)
Sparrow Family Medical Center (1.1 miles)
John D Wenzel (1.1 miles)
Okemos Pediatric Association (1.1 miles)

Pharmacies

Rite Aid (1 miles)
Walgreens (1.1 miles)
Msu Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
Health Mart Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
Walgreens (3.7 miles)
Rite Aid (3.7 miles)

Places of Worship

Faith Lutheran Church (1.4 miles)
Ascension Lutheran Church (2.2 miles)
University Reformed Church (2.6 miles)

Parks

Lake Lansing Park South (1.7 miles)
Hidden River Park (2.3 miles)
Patriarche Park (3.1 miles)

Transportation

Amtrak (4.3 miles)

Hospitals

McLaren Greater Lansing Comprehensive Stroke Center (4.9 miles)

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