Medilodge of Plymouth
Scout 95Plymouth, MI · 39 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Plymouth's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,550–$13,270/mo
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Ambassador, a Villa Center
8045 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48214 · Wayne County
81
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 92% full (161 of 176 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
One of Detroit's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Ambassador, a Villa Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Detroit, MI, with 176 certified beds and an average of about 161 residents per day. It operates as part of the Villa Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.79 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.24 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.79 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Detroit for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 176
- Avg. residents/day
- 161
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Villa Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235102
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,550–$13,270/mo (median $11,580) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Detroit prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.79
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.24
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 8
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-08
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (39 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-08Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
2026-01-08Severity B — minimalEnvironmental Deficiencies
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
2025-06-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-06-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-06-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Library
Location
8045 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Ambassador, a Villa Center
How much does Ambassador, a Villa Center cost?
Ambassador, a Villa Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Detroit, MI area typically runs $10,550–$13,270 per month (median $11,580, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Ambassador, a Villa Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Ambassador, a Villa Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Ambassador, a Villa Center?
Staff provide about 3.79 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Ambassador, a Villa Center?
Ambassador, a Villa Center has 39 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Ambassador, a Villa Center have availability?
Typically 92% full (161 of 176 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Ambassador, a Villa Center offer?
Ambassador, a Villa Center in Detroit, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 176 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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