nursing home in Detroit, MI

Westwood Nursing Center

16588 Schaefer, Detroit, MI 48235 · (313) 345-5000

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★2

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Westwood Nursing Center at a glance

Westwood Nursing Center is a 108-bed for-profit nursing home in Detroit, Michigan (Wayne County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Michigan average of 3.1.

Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (December 18, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Michigan average is 9.9.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 49% per year (state average 44.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
108
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
July 9, 1985
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Wayne County
CMS Certification Number
235444

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.6 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.9 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)3 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)2 / 53.5 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.44 hrsMichigan average3.99 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.44 hrs3.99 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.25 hrs0.78 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.10 hrs2.33 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.83 hrs3.50 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)49%44.1%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)50%39.2%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility6Michigan average10U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)6109Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)233Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)4789.480.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Michigan average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$29,376$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds108104107
Average residents per day1068686
Occupancy98.4%83.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1.6%Michigan average3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)1.6%3%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)6.6%5.1%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)46.3%14.8%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.3%1.5%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.4%0.8%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)18.1%10.8%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)12.9%12%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)4%5.4%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0%4.3%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0.5%0.1%0.1%Worse
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)34.1%19.4%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)18.7%20%19%Average
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)66.9%95%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)57.1%95.3%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility10.6%Michigan average1.1%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Michigan and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMichigan avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)10.6%1.1%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)20%79.5%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)30.3%83.3%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 47 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
May 26, 2026
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2026
May 26, 2026
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 1, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 14, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 1, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 7, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 6, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 7, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 30, 2026
December 18, 2025
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 18, 2025
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 30, 2026
February 20, 2025
Complaint
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 7, 2025
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 15, 2024
October 11, 2024
Standard
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 8, 2024
October 11, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 8, 2024
October 11, 2024
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 8, 2024
March 29, 2024
Complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 15, 2024
March 7, 2024
Complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 26, 2024
March 7, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 26, 2024
November 15, 2023
Complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Develop a communication plan.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 13, 2023
August 31, 2023
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Standard
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Standard
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 31, 2023
Standard
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
PATEL, AMEE
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%10/01/2014
PATEL, AMEE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2014
PATEL, AMEE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2014
PATEL, AMEE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2014
PATEL, AMEE
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2014

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Frequently asked questions

What is Westwood Nursing Center's rating?

Westwood Nursing Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Michigan nursing homes is 3.1 stars.

How many inspection citations did Westwood Nursing Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Michigan average of 9.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Westwood Nursing Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Westwood Nursing Center?

It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Westwood Nursing Center and how do I contact it?

Westwood Nursing Center is at 16588 Schaefer, Detroit, MI 48235. Phone: (313) 345-5000.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.