Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel has a Trust Grade of B, indicating that it is a good choice for families seeking care, though there are areas for improvement. It ranks #109 out of 422 facilities in Michigan, placing it in the top half, and is the top facility out of 11 in Saginaw County. The facility's trend is stable, as they have maintained the same number of issues over the past two years, with 15 concerns identified, none of which were life-threatening. Staffing is a strength, with a rating of 4 out of 5 stars, although turnover is at 50%, which is average for the state. However, there are concerning incidents, such as unsanitary conditions in the kitchen and laundry areas, and a lack of personal protective equipment, which could pose risks to residents' health and safety.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Michigan
- #109/422
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 50% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $9,750 in fines. Higher than 76% of Michigan facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 69 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Michigan nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 15 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Michigan avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
The Ugly 15 deficiencies on record
Apr 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
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** This Citation pertains to Intake Number MI00151167.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide showers...
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Feb 2025
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to 1) Ensure 1 resident (Resident #93) had the ordered Cervi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure 2 of 4 medication carts were clean and sanitize...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to effectively monitor four (#6, 91, 137 & 138) residents of 7 resident...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to 1) Maintain food preparation and kitchen equipment in a sanitary and good working condition, and 2) Ensure all open and partly...
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Sept 2024
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
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** This Citation pertains to Intake Number MI00144619.
Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to pre...
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Feb 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that accurate advance directive information wa...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure proper storage of medications for one resident (Resident #171), and 1 of 3 medication carts reviewed, resulting in the ...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to maintain sanitary conditions in the kitchen, resulting in an increased potential for cross contamination of food and foodborne...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0921)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation and interview the facility failed to provide a safe, functional, and sanitary environment for the facility's census of 27 residents and its staff resulting in an increased potenti...
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Feb 2023
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0678
(Tag F0678)
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 that four nurses had demonstrated active Cardio-Pulmonary Re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to follow care-planned interventions for one resident (Re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #1:
On 2/08/23, at 3:32 PM, Resident #1 was sitting in their wheelchair in their room. Their CPAP mask was draped over ...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 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
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Hand Hygiene:
On 2/10/23, at 11:41 AM, during dining task, Kitchen Worker O was observed with gloves on plating food for the lu...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
On 2/09/23, at 9:39 AM, an observation of the community clear plastic water basin located in the common area was noted to have flat brown mildew buildup around the spout connection on the inside of th...
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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
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • 15 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Covenant Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation At Wel's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered 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 Covenant Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation At Wel Staffed?
CMS rates Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 50%, compared to the Michigan average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 63%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Covenant Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation At Wel?
State health inspectors documented 15 deficiencies at Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel during 2023 to 2025. These included: 15 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Covenant Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation At Wel?
Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 39 certified beds and approximately 34 residents (about 87% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Saginaw, Michigan.
How Does Covenant Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation At Wel Compare to Other Michigan Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Michigan, Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (50%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Covenant Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation At Wel?
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 Covenant Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation At Wel Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel 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 4-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 Covenant Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation At Wel Stick Around?
Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel has a staff turnover rate of 50%, which is about average for Michigan nursing homes (state average: 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 Covenant Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation At Wel Ever Fined?
Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel has been fined $9,750 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Michigan average of $33,176. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Covenant Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation At Wel on Any Federal Watch List?
Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at Wel 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.