Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

Caretel Inns of Linden

202 South Bridge Street, Linden, MI 48451 · Genesee County

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2.0CMS overall rating(810) 735-9400 Visit website ↗

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (58 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Linden

Caretel Inns of Linden is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Linden, MI, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 58 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 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.16 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.86 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 18 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.16 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•18 deficiencies at last survey
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Linden options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 60
Avg. residents/day: 58
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Symphony Care Network
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 235646

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$9,780–$12,310/mo (median $10,740)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,260–$6,330/mo (median $5,840)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Flint prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.16; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.86; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 62.3%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 18
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-09-09
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (58 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-03-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2026-03-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2025-09-09Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-09-09Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

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

2025-09-09Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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, compar…

2025-09-09Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2025-09-09Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

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
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

202 South Bridge Street, Linden, 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

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Common questions about Caretel Inns of Linden

How much does Caretel Inns of Linden cost?

Caretel Inns of Linden does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Linden, MI area typically runs $9,780–$12,310 per month (median $10,740, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Caretel Inns of Linden's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Caretel Inns of Linden 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Caretel Inns of Linden?

Staff provide about 4.16 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Caretel Inns of Linden?

Caretel Inns of Linden has 58 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Caretel Inns of Linden have availability?

Typically 96% full (58 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 Linden offer?

Caretel Inns of Linden in Linden, MI offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 60 beds.

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