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Our editorial team analyzed 159 nursing homes in MI using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in MI
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MI Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableAL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Michigan average is: 59.2% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
$7.9M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$5.6M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
70.4%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$9.6M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$5.2M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
53.7%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other MI nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 159 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Overview of Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Grosse Pointe Woods
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Grosse Pointe Woods is a nursing home in Grosse Pointe, MI, that offers hospice care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community’s warm and supportive environment also ensures older adults are well-cared for. With full-service dining options, housekeeping, and laundry, residents have a maintenance-free living. Dedicated to residents’ recovery and rehabilitation, the community goes above and beyond to get to know residents’ needs and habits to develop individualized care plans.
Exercises, social events, and enrichment activities ensure residents can live actively and have fun. With cozy lounges, activity spaces, and a variety of private and semi-private rooms, residents have more spaces to rest and connect with the community. Restaurants, shops, a bank, and schools are also located in the area, providing quick access to necessities and leisure. This nursing home helps older adults thrive through exceptional quality of care, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Michigan.
Located in the heart of Warren, MI, St. Anthony Healthcare Center is a dependable senior living community, designed to serve individuals in need of long-term care and short-term sub-acute rehabilitative services. This state of the art community features 142 well-built units designed to offer utmost comfort and convenience, while accommodating residents’ unique needs. A highly qualified, professional and compassionate care team is available to provide the most innovative care practices and focused attention to every resident.
In addition to excellent care services, the community also offers a pristine living environment and a vibrant array of activities, and programs for a more fulfilling living or recovery experience. Residents also savor healthy and delicious meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences to ensure they truly enjoy their mealtimes. With a full range of supportive and specialized care services, convenient amenities, and a welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a healthy and fulfilling living experience.
Thirty-five days. That’s the average length of stay at Regency at Grand Blanc, which puts it at the acute end of post-acute care. People arrive from a hospital, recover, and leave. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 20, car-dependent in all directions, which matters less when the stay is measured in weeks rather than months. Medicare and private pay are accepted.
The clinical infrastructure here goes well past standard short-term rehab. Cardiac rehabilitation, bariatric care, tracheostomy care, IV therapy, total parenteral nutrition, a sepsis program, and substance abuse management services are all confirmed. Pharmacy, laboratory, and radiology are on-site rather than referred out. Telemedicine access is available.
Outpatient therapy extends the facility’s services beyond discharge for patients who need continuity. A physician is on staff. Case management, discharge planning, and social work are built into the model rather than bolted on.
That breadth of clinical programming makes sense when the average stay is five weeks. Regency is handling patients who need medically complex recovery support in a concentrated window, not people settling in for a longer arc of residential care.
Staffing reflects the clinical orientation. Total nursing care runs 3 hours and 46 minutes per resident daily. RNs hold 1 hour and 8 minutes of that, which is notably high relative to other facilities in this region. Nurse aides carry 1 hour and 51 minutes, and LPNs and LVNs add 53 minutes. Activities include life enrichment classes, barbecues, puzzles, and crafts. A courtyard is on-site.
Regency at Grand Blanc operates as a medically intensive short-stay facility built for patients who need more than standard post-acute rehab in a concentrated five-week window.
Medilodge of Wyoming in Grand Rapids offers long-term skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation services, as well as adaptive healthcare options for maximum independence and comfort. For those requiring specialized care, the facility also provides IV and infusion therapy, respite care, and wound care treatments.
Transportation is made easy with Medilodge of Wyoming’s VA-contracted facility, and residents can enjoy plenty of outings to stay active and engaged. The dining options at Medilodge of Wyoming are exceptional as well. Experienced chefs prepare savory and exquisite flavors that are sure to delight residents everyday, punctuated by the airy atmosphere of the facility that is perfect for healing and rejuvenation.
Overview of Monroe Springs Rehab and Nursing Center
Monroe Springs Rehab and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Monroe, Michigan, providing skilled nursing care. Licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, so support is not limited to daytime hours. Rehabilitation services are also provided for residents working toward recovery.
The center has 89 beds, giving families a clear sense of its available capacity. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 36 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted for eligible care and services. Monroe Springs Rehab and Nursing Center may be a good fit for someone whose needs include both ongoing nursing oversight and rehabilitation services.
Friendship Village offers gorgeous amenities, specifically well-designed suites to ensure that the residents are enjoying and relaxed during their stay here. They offer flexible care plans so it can be adjusted depending on the comfort and needs of the residents. At Friendship Village, the staff are professionally-trained, providing all the assistance that the residents need.
The facility gives the standard assistance and services to its residents. However, aside from that, the facility also hosts several events and activities. This ensures that the residents are kept engaged and will enjoy their stay during their retirement. For those seeking flexibility and comfort for their senior loved ones, then Friendship Village is the place for you.
From short-term rehab stays to long-term nursing care, Qualicare Nursing Home dedicates itself to providing a personalized approach. With 24-hour nursing care, comprehensive rehab services, tube feeding, pain management, IV therapy, respite care, palliative care, and more, their skilled caregivers and healthcare professionals perform satisfactorily. In addition to their exceptional medical care, Qualicare also offers amenities to enhance lives, such as a formal dining room, wireless internet, holiday events, and transportation for appointments. They believe in creating a warm and welcoming environment that feels like home, where residents can flourish and enjoy a sense of community.
Pleasant View is a nursing home in Owosso, MI, offering long-term care, memory care, and rehabilitation. The community also ensures older adults are treated well in a compassioante, home-like environment. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care with 24/7 care, nutritious meals in Lola’s Diner, and social services. Prioritizing residents’ holistic wellness, personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs and habits are also provided.
Weekly craft projects, cooking clubs, and exercise programs encourage residents to explore new hobbies and gain meaningful experiences. A library, spacious outdoors, and cozy gathering areas also ensure residents’ relaxation and safety. Residents also experience a convenient and laid-back lifestyle with the Great Lakes Bay Health Centers Shiawassee and shops nearby. This nursing home is committed to improving older adults’ welfare, making it a great choice for senior living in Michigan.
Evergreen Senior Care & Rehab Center is a nursing home in Battle Creek, MI, offering long-term care and rehabilitation. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a nurturing and family-like environment. With 24-hour care, restaurant-style dining, and comprehensive therapies, residents experience a maintenance-free retirement. Focusing on residents’ holistic well-being, individualized care plans are also provided to help them recover and return to their routines.
Off-site activities, light exercises, and social events ensure residents can live actively and maintain holistic wellness. With a salon, a barbershop, and spacious common areas, residents can rest comfortably. Residents also have quick access to their necessities and leisure, as it is located in the tree-lined neighborhood of Battle Creek. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Michigan, this nursing home strives to help older adults live to their potential.
Experience top-tier care and assistance at Chelsea Retirement Community, a reliable senior living community in West Middle Street, Chelsea, MI, offering various levels of care. The community features independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and post acute care, ensuring a seamless transition should residents’ needs evolve. With access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy, residents are guaranteed to maintain their strength to continue living a fulfilling life. The community offers cozy and sophisticated private accommodations, making sure seniors thrive in comfort and style.
Chelsea Retirement Community promotes a warm and welcoming environment, providing the finest experience for seniors. Optimize freedom and enjoy various amenities for enjoyment and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with different dining venues serving healthy and tasty meals that cater to nutritional requirements and preferences. With its tranquil spaces, Chelsea Retirement Community is a safe place for seniors to spend their healing journey.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.1/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Michigan. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:3.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Michigan. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Michigan. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Michigan
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Michigan?
Assisted living in Michigan is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Michigan Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Michigan Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 159 nursing homes in Michigan. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Michigan?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Michigan, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Michigan?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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