
Traditions of Saginaw – West
Traditions of Saginaw – West
Traditions of Saginaw, West is a 100-bed assisted living facility at 5155 McCarty Road in Saginaw, Saginaw County, Michigan, operated by Sabra Midwest Operations V, LLC. It provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care with 24-hour staffing, rehabilitation services, and respite care. Heritage Cottages housing 60 single-occupancy units and 40 double-occupancy units serve as the residential framework.
Amenities include housekeeping, maintenance, restaurant-style dining with fresh ingredients, fitness center, salon, scheduled transportation, and social activities. A pet-friendly policy, emergency response systems, state-of-the-art security, linen service, and included utilities round out resident accommodations.
Regulatory performance shows meaningful improvement between opening and recent renewal. The facility’s inspection record spans two years since 2023 and includes five total deficiencies at 2.5 annually, 52 percent below Michigan’s state average of 5.2 per year. The March 13, 2024, renewal inspection of 40 residents and 7 staff found the facility in substantial compliance with applicable public health code and administrative rules. The inspectors recommended a regular license without deficiencies.
The facility’s September 8, 2023, original licensing revealed five deficiencies that required corrective action.
Exhaust ventilation in certain rooms was connected to light switches and did not function continuously; refrigerator and freezer temperatures exceeded required limits; food records were not maintained properly by the facility’s chef; building maintenance fell short, with the game room ceiling left incompletely repaired; fire safety certification for the sauna remained uncertain. Each deficiency was addressed through documented corrective action plans, leading to the determination of substantial compliance and issuance of a temporary license for 100 beds.
No complaint investigations, fines, or enforcement actions appear in the records. The license.
It is advised that interested parties request documentation of corrective actions completed for ventilation, temperature monitoring, food record procedures, building maintenance standards, and fire safety certification, and confirm current food handling practices and kitchen documentation protocols directly with facility staff before enrollment.
Families should verify that all five deficiencies identified during the September 2023 original licensing have remained resolved since the March 2024 renewal inspection.
100-bed community Rank #132 / 435Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 132nd out of 435 homes in Michigan. 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 5 / 100 Rank #647 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 647th out of 703 homes in Michigan. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountySaginaw
License NumberAH730413795
Owner NameSabra Midwest Operations V, LLC
Emergency SystemsEmergency response system in each apartment.
Safety FeaturesState-of-the-art security features.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
24-Hour Staffing
Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Housekeeping
Maintenance
Restaurant-Style Dining
Fitness Center
Salon
Scheduled Transportation
Social Events And Activities
ActivitiesScheduled social events and activities.
Specific ProgramsHeritage Cottages
Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining with meals made from fresh ingredients.
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 2023 · 3 years of data
5 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2023 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (38% below)
• Deficiencies per year (37% below)
• Total deficiencies (38% below)
• Deficiencies per year (37% below)
Latest Inspection
March 13, 2024
Renewal
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
| 5 | 8 | This facility has 38% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan nursing home (5 vs. MI avg 8).↓ 38% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
| 1.7 | 2.7 | This facility has 37% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Michigan nursing home (1.7 vs. MI avg 2.7).↓ 37% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- March 13, 2024 renewal inspection found the facility in substantial compliance and recommended issuance of a regular license with no deficiencies.
- September 8, 2023 original licensing inspection identified five deficiencies including ventilation, food temperature control, record keeping, cleanliness, and fire safety certification.
- All initial deficiencies from the original licensing inspection were addressed through corrective action plans and documentation before the temporary license was issued.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Traditions of Saginaw – West
What neighborhood is Traditions of Saginaw – West in?
Traditions of Saginaw – West is in the Saginaw Township North neighborhood of Saginaw.
Who is the owner of Traditions of Saginaw – West?
The legal owner and operator of Traditions of Saginaw – West is Sabra Midwest Operations V, LLC.
Is Traditions of Saginaw – West in a walkable area?
Traditions of Saginaw – West has a walk score of 5. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Traditions of Saginaw – West?
According to MI state health department records, Traditions of Saginaw – West's license number is AH730413795.
When does Traditions of Saginaw – West's license expire?
According to MI state health department records, Traditions of Saginaw – West's license expires on July 31, 2026.
How many beds does Traditions of Saginaw – West have?
Traditions of Saginaw – West has 100 beds.
Are there photos of Traditions of Saginaw – West?
Yes — there are 33 photos of Traditions of Saginaw – West in the photo gallery on this page.
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