SeniorCareRanked
Michigan/Detroit
15
Very Poor

Westwood Nursing Center

16588 Schaefer, Detroit, MI 48235
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Westwood Nursing Center is a 108-bed for profit - corporation nursing home located in Detroit, Michigan. It has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 15 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 64.5% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 8 fine(s) totaling $45,871. 4 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score15/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating3/5 stars (= Average than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.3 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.40 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover65% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies4 (= Average than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 8 fine(s) totaling $45,871
  • 8 penalty(ies) imposed
  • High staff turnover (64.5%)

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.3
RN hours/resident/day0.40
Staff turnover64.5%
RN turnover73.3%

Facility Information

Beds108
Avg residents107.3
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
Deficiencies (last inspection)4
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting Westwood Nursing Center

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

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Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

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Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

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Count staff vs. residents during your visit

Westwood Nursing Center reports 3.3 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

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Ask about staff consistency

With 64.5% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

4 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.