Medilodge of Leelanau
Nursing Home Facility
124 W 4th Street, Suttons Bay, MI 49682
Tendercare Health Center Leelanau is a leading provider of long-term skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation solutions. Our 72 bed facility offers a full continuum of services and care focused around each individual in today’s ever-changing healthcare environment.
With 72 beds, Medilodge of Leelanau is one of the larger communities in the area — senior care communities in Leelanau County average about 15 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 96% 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. That is above the Leelanau County average of roughly 87%.
Medicare rates this community 4 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Communities in Leelanau County average about 2.5 stars. Its most recent standard health inspection was in March 2026 and recorded 7 deficiencies.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day on average, including 1.1 hours from a registered nurse. Nursing staff turnover over the past year was about 45%.
The community is located in Leelanau County, MI.
Medilodge of Leelanau offers nursing home care and senior living.
Facility details
- Organization type for-profit corporation
- Beds / units 72
- Occupancy 96%
- Nursing hours per resident/day 3.4
- Annual staff turnover 45%
- Last health inspection March 2026