Chelsea Retirement Community
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Chelsea, MI
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Chelsea Retirement Community

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Chelsea, MI
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Chelsea Retirement Community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Chelsea Retirement Community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Chelsea Retirement Community

Chelsea Retirement Community is a continuing care retirement community in Chelsea, MI, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia or at risk of wandering. Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available within one community. For a resident whose needs may grow over time, that can mean staying at Chelsea Retirement Community rather than moving to a different community. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while the Post Acute Care program and rehabilitation services support recovery after an illness or injury. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet as part of daily life.

Housing includes studios, one bedroom residences, two bedroom residences, and cottages. A studio offers one private living space, while a two bedroom residence can suit a couple moving together. The community has 172 beds and opened in 1906.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Medicaid may help someone whose savings will not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 39 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned per resident. United Methodist Retirement Communities operates Chelsea Retirement Community.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 57.5% Above MI avg. ▲ 57.5% Above MI avg.MI average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 77.8% Above MI avg. ▲ 77.8% Above MI avg.MI average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 10.2% Above MI avg. ▲ 10.2% Above MI avg.MI average: 3.6Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 3.0% Above MI avg. ▲ 3.0% Above MI avg.MI average: 3.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q4 2025 (October 1 – December 31, 2025).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Jun 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 39th out of 127 nursing homes we track in Michigan for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
↑ 6% · MI 4h 22mThis facility: 4h 39m per resident per day, 6% above the Michigan average of 4h 22m (among Michigan facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #39 / 127Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 39th out of 127 nursing homes we track in Michigan for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Michigan average, with a ranking across 127 Michigan facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
4h 39m

Standout metric: Physical therapist is +148% above Michigan average

1 of 6 metrics below Michigan average

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant7107119,36192100%9.2
Licensed Practical Nurse220227,65492100%9.7
Registered Nurse140143,84792100%9
Clinical Nurse Specialist6061,6526470%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide4041,3417986%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist4041,2237784%7.1
Other Dietary Services Staff3031,21692100%6.7
Physical Therapy Assistant8081,0908592%5.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician6061,03592100%4.4
RN Director of Nursing2028647076%7.8
Mental Health Service Worker2028606470%8
Occupational Therapy Aide2024977379%5.6
Administrator1014485661%8
Other Social Services Staff1014405661%7.9
Dental Services Staff1014176267%6.7
Nurse Practitioner2024085257%7.8
Qualified Social Worker3033004751%6.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant033475560%0.8
Medical Director011101011%1
71 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
22 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
14 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
Coverage 70%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 172 Rank #10 / 131Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 10th out of 131 nursing homes we track in Michigan for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Michigan facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #135 / 157Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 135th out of 157 nursing homes we track in Michigan for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
13 / 100
Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
81

Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
59 days

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceAugust 1, 2026
ExpirationJuly 31, 2027
CountyWashtenaw
License NumberAH810236762
CMS Certification Number235021

Certifications & Programs

Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Designated Organization - Aware Level — Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to CareStaff trained or certified in Positive Approach to Care, dementia-care techniques developed by occupational therapist Teepa Snow, focused on interpreting behavior as communication and adapting care to remaining abilities.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Chelsea Retirement Community is legally operated by United Methodist Retirement Communities Inc.

Safety & Compliance

Resident Council

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Pharmacy Services Including Prescription Delivery

Additional Services

5 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Catering Services
TransportationListed as: Transportation for scheduled off-campus group activities
MaintenanceListed as: Home maintenance-free living
HousekeepingListed as: Postal services and dry-cleaning pickup

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Media Rooms
Movie Theater
Banking
Beauty Salon
Swimming Pool
Hot Tub
Fitness Center
Chapel
Gift Shop
Fire Pit
Courtyard
Mezzanine Living Room
Sauna
Walking Track
Stretch and Balance Gym
Shuffle Ball Court
Private Dining Room
Activities
Men's Group
Resident Council and Committees
Shopping Trips and Social Outings
Group Fitness Classes
Arts & Crafts
  • Clubs and groups (reading, gardening, art, social committees)
Highlights
  • Landscaped grounds, walking paths, cutting gardens, and raised garden beds
  • Bill's café with free ice cream and coffee, 24 hours-a-day

Faith & Spiritual Life

Religious AffiliationUnited Methodist

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Chelsea Retirement Community.
  • Private dining room for family events.
  • Bistro / café on site.
  • Multiple dining venues.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Room Types
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom Private Room Suite Cottage / Villa

Contact Chelsea Retirement Community

This profile shows two inspection records, and their totals often differ. Inspection History and the Inspection Scorecard below are state data — the figures the state publishes and the state inspection reports we hold on file — covering the entire facility. CMS Health Inspection History covers only this home's Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing beds, from federal certification surveys.

Inspection History

In Michigan, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) conducts unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure long-term care facilities comply with state health codes.

Since 2010 · 16 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
3 deficiencies 6 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Michigan state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2010 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (57% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (62% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 37.0 This facility has 57% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan nursing home (3 vs. MI avg 7).↓ 57% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.51.3 This facility has 62% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan nursing home (0.5 vs. MI avg 1.3).↓ 62% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 65.0 This facility has had 20% more total inspections than the Michigan average (6 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 20% more
Inspections

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2023 · 3 years of data · Last health inspection Aug 2025

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Total health inspections
3 ↓ 55% · MI 6.7This facility: 3, 55% below the MI average of 6.7 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
13 Rank #17 / 126Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 17th out of 126 nursing homes we track in Michigan for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Michigan State average, with a ranking across all 126 MI facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 60% · MI 32.4This facility: 13, 60% below the MI average of 32.4 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
4.33 Rank #56 / 126Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 56th out of 126 nursing homes we track in Michigan for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Michigan mean across 126 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 10% · MI 4.79This facility: 4.33, 10% below the MI average of 4.79 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 13 of 13 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 13 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 ↓ 100% · MI 0.3This facility: 0, 100% below the MI average of 0.3 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
0 ↓ 100% · MI 1.7This facility: 0, 100% below the MI average of 1.7 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
13 ↓ 57% · MI 30This facility: 13, 57% below the MI average of 30 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · MI 0.4This facility: 0, 100% below the MI average of 0.4 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Aug 06, 2025 · 2 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Resident Assessment & Care Planning, 4 of 13 citations · 4 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Aug 06, 2025 2 citations
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Aug 08, 2024 2 citations
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
May 25, 2023 9 citations
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 13 citations
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 4 deficiencies (31%)
Quality of Life & Care 4 deficiencies (31%)
Resident Rights 3 deficiencies (23%)
Nutrition & Dietary 2 deficiencies (15%)
How citations are counted

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 13 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Enforcement

Penalties and fines About penalties and fines Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database · Data as of Aug 2026

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials on record since Aug 2023.

Clean record
Total fines
$0 MI avg $66KMichigan average: $66,103. Average among the 196 Michigan facilities with a penalty on record.US avg $67KUS average: $67,417, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Number of fines
0 MI avg 1.52Michigan average: 1.52. Average among the 196 Michigan facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 1.96US average: 1.96, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0 MI avg 0.83Michigan average: 0.83. Average among the 196 Michigan facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 0.36US average: 0.36, among the 6,775 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Health Outcomes

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the Michigan average.

Data as of Aug 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 4 / 5 Above average ↓ 2% · MI 4.1This facility: 4.0, 2% below the MI average of 4.1 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 5 / 5 Significantly above average ↑ 53% · MI 3.3This facility: 5.0, 53% above the MI average of 3.3 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 8.6 Score · lower is better ↑ 19% · MI 7.2This facility: 8.6, 19% above the MI average of 7.2 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 20.0 Score · lower is better ↑ 40% · MI 14.3This facility: 20.0, 40% above the MI average of 14.3 (among MI facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

13 long-stay measures: 8 better, 5 worse

8 short-stay measures: 4 better, 1 near MI average, 3 compared with US only

Financials

Money and staffing.

Chelsea Retirement Community’s finances from its CMS cost report for the fiscal year ending June 2025, compared with 124 Michigan nursing homes that filed a recent report. Includes all financial data for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

FY Jun 2025

Is it financially stable?

Losing money on care, but less than last year

−6.0% operating margin

+1.7 pts vs prior year

An operating loss in 6 of the last 8 reported years. Other income ($2.8M) turns it into a net profit to $0.5M. Watch for cost-cutting that reaches staffing.

Does it invest in staff?

Payroll in line with Michigan homes

55.1% payroll share of revenue

MI average 55.9%Rank #45 / 124Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 45th out of 124 nursing homes we track in Michigan for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Michigan average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Payroll rose $1.2M while revenue rose $1.7M. Check hours per resident in the staffing section to confirm it reaches the floor.

Who this home usually serves

Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Over a year: CMS SNF Cost Report, FY2025 Snapshot: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (quarterly), Jun 2026
Resident snapshot
83 residents · Jun 2026 Residents counted on the date of the latest CMS report, which updates quarterly.
Medicare 33 · 40%
Medicaid 30 · 36%
Private pay & other 20 · 24%
Shows care patterns over time; not used to rate this facility.

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Typical stay

Medicare 28 days Medicaid 8 years Private pay & other 1 - 2 months

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Chelsea Retirement Community

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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 Table AL (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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
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: 55.9% 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.
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$6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $7.9M
Rank #63 / 124
47.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 47.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG 55.9%
Rank #107 / 124
235707
Chelsea Retirement Community ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Chelsea
172
Facility 172
MI AVG 100
Rank #10 / 131
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4.65
Facility 4.65
MI AVG 4.37
Rank #39 / 127
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -12%+6%
$0
Facility $0
MI AVG $78.1k
Rank #1 / 127
13
Facility 13
MI AVG 32.4
Rank #17 / 126
4.3
Facility 4.3
MI AVG 4.8
Rank #56 / 126
-81-
13
Facility 13
MI AVG 41
Rank #135 / 157
United Methodist Retirement Communities Inc
$38.3MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $38.3MFiscal year ending 06/2025
MI AVG $14.1M
Rank #1 / 124
$21.1MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $21.1MFiscal year ending 06/2025
MI AVG $7.9M
Rank #2 / 124
55.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility 55.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
MI AVG 55.9%
Rank #45 / 124
235021
The Oaks at Belmont ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Belmont
41
Facility 41
MI AVG 100
Rank #109 / 131
--
3.85
Facility 3.85
MI AVG 4.37
Rank #53 / 127
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +65%-12%
$0
Facility $0
MI AVG $78.1k
Rank #1 / 127
7
Facility 7
MI AVG 32.4
Rank #5 / 126
1.8
Facility 1.8
MI AVG 4.8
Rank #3 / 126
153-
26
Facility 26
MI AVG 41
Rank #109 / 157
Trilogy Healthcare Of Belmont, LLC
$13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $14.1M
Rank #50 / 124
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $7.9M
Rank #53 / 124
50.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 50.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG 55.9%
Rank #78 / 124
235727
The Rivers Assisted Living ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Grosse Pointe Woods
100
Facility 100
MI AVG 100
Rank #63 / 131
--
4.83
Facility 4.83
MI AVG 4.37
Rank #29 / 127
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -56%+10%
$0
Facility $0
MI AVG $78.1k
Rank #1 / 127
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 32.4
Rank #38 / 126
4.0
Facility 4.0
MI AVG 4.8
Rank #44 / 126
-79-
84
Facility 84
MI AVG 41
Rank #4 / 157
The Rivers Assisted Living LLC
$11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $14.1M
Rank #84 / 124
$5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $7.9M
Rank #93 / 124
49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG 55.9%
Rank #88 / 124
235709
Symphony Linden ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
MC
RC
SNF
Linden
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 100
Rank #123 / 131
--
3.32
Facility 3.32
MI AVG 4.37
Rank #109 / 127
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -28%-24%
$0
Facility $0
MI AVG $78.1k
Rank #1 / 127
58
Facility 58
MI AVG 32.4
Rank #112 / 126
8.3
Facility 8.3
MI AVG 4.8
Rank #120 / 126
157-
52
Facility 52
MI AVG 41
Rank #52 / 157
Symphony Of Linden Health Care Center, LLC
$11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $14.1M
Rank #82 / 124
$5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG $7.9M
Rank #85 / 124
51.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 51.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MI AVG 55.9%
Rank #76 / 124
235646

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chelsea Retirement Community

Who is the owner of Chelsea Retirement Community?

Chelsea Retirement Community is legally operated by United Methodist Retirement Communities Inc.

Is Chelsea Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Chelsea Retirement Community has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Chelsea Retirement Community?

According to MI state health department records, Chelsea Retirement Community's license number is AH810236762.

When does Chelsea Retirement Community's license expire?

According to MI state health department records, Chelsea Retirement Community's license expires on July 31, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Chelsea Retirement Community?

Chelsea Retirement Community's occupancy is 82.7%.

Are pets allowed at Chelsea Retirement Community?

Yes, Chelsea Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

Does Chelsea Retirement Community operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Chelsea Retirement Community is registered as a non-profit in MI.

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