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
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-day | 4.36 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.05 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 50% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected September 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected September 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected August 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.