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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Set in the serene area of Detroit, MI, Westwood Nursing Center provides residents with a healing environment for skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. Their highly-trained team of LPNs, RNs, and CNAs are available 24/7 to provide residents with loving nursing care and assistance with their daily activities. Those looking to regain their skills to get back to their old routines have access to excellent physical, speech, and occupational therapy services on-site
To ensure residents feel comfortable and secure in their accommodations, the community features a dedicated housekeeping department to maintain the cleanliness and organization of their living spaces. Nutritionally balanced and flavorful meals are also served fresh with options for fine dining for those seeking a restaurant feel. Fun recreational activities are also held regularly to keep residents moving and connected. At Westwood Nursing Center, they provide all the comforts and conveniences residents need to maintain their overall well-being.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 93rd out of 94 homes in Michigan.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 2h 15m per day | ▼ 36% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
12% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
88% of new residents, often for short stays.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #68 / 95Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 95 homes in Michigan.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Michigan average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: 2-story
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Westwood Nursing Center is located in Detroit, Michigan.
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11.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Detroit's city center to Westwood Nursing Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.44
17% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.74
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.47
60% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 1.54
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
28.9%
19% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 24.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.6%
8% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 11.5%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.7%
8% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
66.7%
24% better than Michigan averageMichigan average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
34.9%
31% worse than Michigan averageMichigan average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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Westwood Nursing Center is in the Harmony Village neighborhood of 16588 Schaefer Highway Detroit.
Westwood Nursing Center has a walk score of 76. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Westwood Nursing Center is located at 16588 Schaefer Highway, Detroit, MI 48235.
(313) 345-5000 will put you in contact with the team at Westwood Nursing Center.
Westwood Nursing Center is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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