Medilodge of Alpena
Nursing Home Facility
301 Long Rapids Rd, Alpena, MI 49707
Tendercare Alpena is a winner of the Governor's Award for Quality Care. We take pride in our facility's many inter-generational activities and work closely with the community to keep our patients connected. Our facility is Medicare and Medicaid certified.
Operated by ExtendiCare, which runs 169 communities in our directory.
With 152 beds, Medilodge of Alpena is one of the larger communities in the area, senior care communities in Alpena average about 19 beds. Larger communities more often keep clinical staff on site around the clock and can offer a wider range of on-site therapy and activities, though some families prefer the quieter feel of a smaller setting.
Federal reporting puts occupancy at about 91% of its licensed beds, which is high; communities this full often maintain a waiting list, so it is worth calling well before you need a place.
Medicare rates this community 5 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Its most recent standard health inspection was in August 2025 and recorded 6 deficiencies.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day on average, including 0.8 hours from a registered nurse. Nursing staff turnover over the past year was about 42%.
The community is located in Alpena County, MI.
Medilodge of Alpena offers nursing home care and senior living.
Facility details
- Organization type for-profit corporation
- Beds / units 152
- Occupancy 91%
- Nursing hours per resident/day 3.9
- Annual staff turnover 42%
- Last health inspection August 2025