Wellspring Lutheran Services

725 West Genesee · Frankenmuth, MI · 48734 · 9896529951

83 certified beds Non profit - Corporation

  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.

The composite number cleared 78 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.

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Red flags

No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 53
Serious harm & abuse 20% 100
Staffing 20% 79
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 58
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day4.363.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.670.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day4.05≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year50%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (26 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025

    Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025

    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025

    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025

    Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025

    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025

    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025 · found via complaint

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025 · found via complaint

    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Corrected September 23, 2025 · Environmental

  • Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Corrected August 28, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024

    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Corrected August 28, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Corrected August 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024

    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Corrected August 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Corrected August 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · E July 25, 2024

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected August 28, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024 · found via complaint

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected August 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024 · found via complaint

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Corrected August 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024 · found via complaint

    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Corrected August 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · F July 25, 2024 · found via complaint

    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Corrected August 28, 2024 · Environmental

  • Potential for harm · D August 4, 2023

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected September 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D August 4, 2023

    Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

    Corrected September 12, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services

  • Potential for harm · E August 4, 2023

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Corrected September 12, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F August 4, 2023

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected September 12, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary

Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 235269 · certified since March 1, 1976. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.