Medilodge of Port Huron
Scout 100Fort Gratiot, MI · 127 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Fort Gratiot's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,550–$13,270/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Caretel Inns of Brighton
1014 E Grand River, Brighton, MI 48116 · Livingston County
62
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 96% full (57 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
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.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Brighton
Caretel Inns of Brighton is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Brighton, MI, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 57 residents per day. It operates as part of the Symphony Care Network network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.08 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.07 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.08 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •High staff turnover (66.2%)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Brighton, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 60
- Avg. residents/day
- 57
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Symphony Care Network
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 235615
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 |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,440–$6,820/mo (median $6,300) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Warren 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
- 4.08
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.07
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 66.2%
- 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)
- 6
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-11
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (29 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-11Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2026-02-11Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
2025-11-12Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-02-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-02-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1014 E Grand River, Brighton, 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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How much does Caretel Inns of Brighton cost?
Caretel Inns of Brighton does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Brighton, 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 Caretel Inns of Brighton's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Caretel Inns of Brighton 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Caretel Inns of Brighton?
Staff provide about 4.08 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Caretel Inns of Brighton?
Caretel Inns of Brighton has 29 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Caretel Inns of Brighton have availability?
Typically 96% full (57 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Caretel Inns of Brighton offer?
Caretel Inns of Brighton in Brighton, MI offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 60 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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