Medilodge of Tawas City functions as a skilled nursing facility, providing round-the-clock licensed nursing oversight for residents who require a higher level of medical support than can be delivered in an independent or assisted-living setting. The staff manages complex clinical needs such as IV therapy, wound care, post-operative recovery, and chronic disease monitoring, and the center is a Recipient of the Prestigious American Health Care Quality Award, indicating adherence to recognized standards of clinical excellence.

Beyond direct skilled nursing, the facility offers on-site rehabilitative therapies, medication administration, and coordination with physicians, pharmacies, and ancillary specialists. Care plans are individualized, reviewed routinely, and adjusted as conditions change. Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, mobility, and continence is available, and safety systems are in place to support residents who may be at risk of falls or medical complications.

Resident accommodations include a mix of private and semi-private rooms equipped with basic furnishings, emergency call systems, and bathroom access; some rooms have in-room showers, while others share bathing facilities. Housekeeping, linen service, cable readiness, and individually controlled heating and cooling may be provided, although not all rooms include every feature. Families can tour the building to confirm which options are present in the specific room being considered.

Dining services supply three daily meals prepared in accordance with dietary guidelines set by a registered dietitian, with physician-ordered therapeutic diets such as low-sodium, diabetic, or mechanically altered textures accommodated. Meals are typically served in a communal dining room to encourage social interaction, and room-service trays can be arranged for residents unable to leave their rooms. Snacks and hydration rounds are offered throughout the day, and menu choices are rotated regularly, though specific selections can vary and may not be available to every resident at every meal.