Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services has an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a high level of quality and care. It ranks #98 out of 422 facilities in Michigan, placing it in the top half, and #5 of 7 in Monroe County, meaning there are only a couple of local options that are better. The facility is improving, with issues decreasing from 2 in 2023 to 1 in 2025. Staffing is average with a 3/5 rating and a turnover rate of 52%, which is close to the state average; however, RN coverage is concerning as it is lower than 93% of state facilities, which may impact oversight. While there have been no fines, there were notable incidents, including a breach of resident privacy when a staff member shared videos of residents on social media and a lack of adequate mental health assessments for a resident with a new bipolar diagnosis, highlighting areas for improvement but also showing that serious harm has not occurred.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Michigan
- #98/422
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 52% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Michigan facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 22 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Michigan. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Near Michigan avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
The Ugly 3 deficiencies on record
Jan 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** This citation pertains to intake MI00149175.
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure residents privac...
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Dec 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure an annual PASARR (Preadmission Screening (PAS) Annual Residen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0947
(Tag F0947)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure Dementia Management training was performed for one Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) B out of five CNAs reviewed for in-service trainin...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Michigan.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Michigan facilities.
- • Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Wellspring Lutheran Nursing And Rehab Services's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Michigan, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Wellspring Lutheran Nursing And Rehab Services Staffed?
CMS rates Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 52%, compared to the Michigan average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 92%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Wellspring Lutheran Nursing And Rehab Services?
State health inspectors documented 3 deficiencies at Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services during 2023 to 2025. These included: 3 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Wellspring Lutheran Nursing And Rehab Services?
Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 122 certified beds and approximately 79 residents (about 65% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in Monroe, Michigan.
How Does Wellspring Lutheran Nursing And Rehab Services Compare to Other Michigan Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Michigan, Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (52%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Wellspring Lutheran Nursing And Rehab Services?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Wellspring Lutheran Nursing And Rehab Services Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Michigan. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Wellspring Lutheran Nursing And Rehab Services Stick Around?
Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services has a staff turnover rate of 52%, which is 6 percentage points above the Michigan average of 46%. Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Wellspring Lutheran Nursing And Rehab Services Ever Fined?
Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Wellspring Lutheran Nursing And Rehab Services on Any Federal Watch List?
Wellspring Lutheran Nursing and Rehab Services is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.