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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The Orchards at Samaritan
5555 Conner Avenue, Suite 4000, Detroit, MI 48213 · Wayne County
32
Use CautionHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available.
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 Detroit
The Orchards at Samaritan is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Detroit, MI, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 97 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Orchards Michigan network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.29 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 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
- ✓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
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.52 hrs/resident/day)
- •15 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 Detroit options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 97
- Ownership
- For profit - Individual
- Part of a chain
- The Orchards Michigan
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 235632
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
- 3.52
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.29
- National avg ≈ 0.75
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)
- 15
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-24Severity 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.
2026-04-24Severity 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.
2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2025-12-16Severity G — actual 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.
2025-12-16Severity 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.
2025-07-08Severity 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.
2025-03-26Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
2025-03-26Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
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
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
5555 Conner Avenue, Suite 4000, 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 The Orchards at Samaritan
How much does The Orchards at Samaritan cost?
The Orchards at Samaritan 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 The Orchards at Samaritan's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Orchards at Samaritan 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Orchards at Samaritan?
Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Orchards at Samaritan?
The Orchards at Samaritan has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Orchards at Samaritan have availability?
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Orchards at Samaritan offer?
The Orchards at Samaritan in Detroit, MI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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