The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake
5601 Hatchery Road, Waterford, MI 48329 · Oakland County · (248) 674-9292
128 certified beds, about 108 residents a day · For profit - Corporation · Medicare and Medicaid since 1994
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 235555 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on July 31, 2025, inspectors cited 23 health deficiencies (the Michigan average is 9.9, the national average 9.2).
Of 73 health citations since July 2023, 3 were rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.50 hours per resident per day, against 3.99 across Michigan and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.35 of those hours.
CMS links it to The Orchards Michigan, an affiliated group of 15 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 73 health citations on file.
January 20, 2026Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to Intake 2698293Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure proper positioning and to maintain proper bed mobility for one (R701) of two residents reviewed for accidents resulting in R701 falling out of bed during activity of daily living [ADL] care and being transferred to the hospital.
October 24, 2025Complaint inspection · 4 citations
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to Complaint #2649498Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to notify the resident's responsible party of a change of condition after a fall and a subsequent emergent transfer to the hospital for one (R801) of one resident reviewed for notification of changes.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake 2643927Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure medications were available to administer per the Physician's orders for two residents (R901 and R902) of two residents reviewed for medication administration.
- D Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake 2643927Based on observation interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure sufficient staffing was provided to meet resident needs for two residents (R901 and R903) of three residents reviewed for staffing.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake 2643927Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure enhanced barrier precautions were provided for one resident (R901) of two residents reviewed for infection control.
July 31, 2025Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 23 citations
- G Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to Intake Number MI001227212. This citation has two deficient practice statements (DPS). DPS #1 Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to assess a new skin impairment and implement treatments in a timely manner and according to physician's orders for two (R55 and R49) of four reviewed for non-pressure skin impairments, resulting in a wound to R55's arm becoming infected with delayed healing.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to prepare food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. This deficient practice has the potential to result in food borne illness among all residents that consume food from the kitchen.
- F Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement (QAPI) program failed to identify and implement plans to address systemic issues regarding Infection Control and Pest Control which had the ability to affect the health, safety and quality of life for all residents who resided in the facility.
- F Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure an effective pest control program by eliminating harborage conditions and provision of routine and/or as needed pest control which had the potential to affect all residents (including R8) in the facility.
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure safe and appropriate storage for three medication (med) carts and one medication (med) storage room of four med carts and two med storage rooms that were reviewed for medication storage and labeling.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record reviews the facility failed to ensure infection control standards, practices and protocols were followed consistently, failed to ensure an effective infection control surveillance program and failed to follow the county's health department guidance regarding the monitoring of legionella that included seven (R's 57, 5, 34, 142, 143, 63 & 144) of seven residents reviewed.
- E Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record reviews the facility failed to ensure an effective system to monitor antibiotic use in the facility for four (R's 145, 14, 8 & 126) of four residents reviewed.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record reviews the facility failed to ensure a dignified dining experience for one (R14) of one resident reviewed for dining, which had the ability to affect multiple residents who dined in the second floor dining room.
- D Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure call lights were within reach for two residents (R#'s 49 and 20), of two residents reviewed for accommodation of needs, resulting in the potential for delayed attention to resident care needs.
- D Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure two (R55 and R30) of three residents reviewed for Advance Directives were educated and given the opportunity to formulate an advance directive for their health care wishes.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure resident equipment was maintained in good repair for one (R8) of three residents reviewed for a homelike environment.
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interview and record review the facility failed to protect the resident's right to be free from neglect for one (R141) of five residents reviewed for abuse resulting in R141 being left on a bedpan for four hours.
- D Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to protect a resident from exploitation for one (R124) of five residents reviewed for abuse.
- D Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a stop-date for a PRN (as needed) order for anti-anxiety medication for one resident (R120), of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #1227216 Based on interview and record review the facility failed to report an allegation of neglect and an injury of unknown origin to the State Agency for two residents (R138 and R141) of five residents reviewed for abuse, neglect and mistreatment.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #1227216Based on interview and record review the facility failed to complete and document a thorough investigation into an injury of unknown origin for one resident (R138) of five residents reviewed for abuse/neglect/mistreatment.
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessments was completed accurately for one (R120) of three reviewed for the resident assessment task.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure a comprehensive resident centered care plan was developed and implemented for an anxiety disorder for one (R30) of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #1227212Based on observation, interview, record review the facility failed to consistently provide bathing assistance/services for one (R63) of seven residents reviewed for Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure bed mobility was performed in a safe manner for one (R105) of three residents reviewed for accidents.
- D Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record reviews the facility failed to ensure timely reviewal of the pharmacist recommendations, physician review/documented response of the pharmacist recommendations, maintain documentation of the pharmacist recommendations in the medical record and establish and implement a facility policy for drug regimen reviews for two (R's 30 & 121) of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain complete and accurate medical records for one (R96) of one residents reviewed for medical records.
- D Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure facility staff had a clear understanding of the Binding Arbitration agreement and residents received a clear explanation of the agreement prior to signing a legal document for two (R84 and R80) of three residents reviewed for the Arbitration Task.
May 15, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #MI00152409. Based on interview and record review the facility failed to address grievances for one resident, (R702) of two residents reviewed for grievances, resulting in verbalized frustrations with quality of care.
April 10, 2025Complaint inspection · 3 citations
- E Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to Intake Number(s): MI00151836. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to thoroughly investigate multiple falls to determine the root cause and implement effective interventions that included adequate supervision for one (R805) of two residents reviewed for falls, who had repeated falls, resulting in the resident falling 15 times in three months and sustaining a head injury and forehead laceration.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to Intake Number(s): MI00151890. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to report an allegation of misappropriation of property to the Administrator and/or State Survey Agency for one (R802) of three residents reviewed for abuse.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to Intake Number(s): MI00151836. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure medications were stored properly and discarded by the expiration date for two of two medication carts reviewed.
March 6, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #MI00149313. Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure regularly scheduled bathing was provided for one resident (R902) of two residents reviewed for activities of daily living (ADL's).
October 28, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- G Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #'s MI00147613 and MI00147486. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to protect the resident's right to be free from physical and verbal abuse by Certified Nursing Assistant C (CNA C) for one resident (R901) of two residents reviewed for abuse/neglect/mistreatment, resulting in R901 being in pain from being punched, kicked and the target of derogatory language.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #MI00147486. Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to develop and/or implement policies and procedures for ensuring the reporting of a reasonable suspicion of a crime in accordance with section 1150B of the Act resulting in a delay in notification of the allegation to the abuse coordinator and delay in reporting the allegation to the State Agency for one resident (R901) of two residents reviewed for abuse/neglect/mistreatment.
September 17, 2024Complaint inspection · 5 citations
- F Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #s MI001146438, MI00146642, and MI00146819. Based on observation, interview, and record review facility failed to provide sufficient nursing staff to meet the needs of residents, including four (R802, R804, R805, and R806) of four residents reviewed for sufficient nursing staff. This deficient practice has the potential to affect all residents that reside at the facility.
- F Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure the facility assessment was reviewed and revised in accordance with current regulatory requirements including changes in resident care needs (R805) and administrative changes, resulting in insufficient resources to provide for resident care and emergency/disaster needs for all 97 residents.
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #MI00146443. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to protect the resident's right to be free from physical abuse by another resident between two (R803 and R804) of 11 residents reviewed for abuse.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #s: MI00146438, MI00146642, and MI00146819. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide one-to-one feeding assistance for one resident (R806) of three residents reviewed for activities of daily living.
- D Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #s: MI00146642 and MI00146819. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide drink and adaptive utensils per assessment and individualized care plan for one (R806) of three residents reviewed for dining.
July 17, 2024Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 18 citations
- F Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure enough kitchen staff were available to prepare and serve meals in a timely manner. This deficient practice had the ability to affect multiple residents who received meals at the facility, including but not limited to R5, R28 and R64.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain a sanitary kitchen, maintain equipment in good repair, and safely store and handle food, resulting in an increased risk of foodborne illness, affecting all residents in the facility.
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure all staff followed proper infection control practices and protocols including transmission-based precautions and Enhanced barrier precautions for five (R7, R18, R49, R63, R298) of five residents reviewed for Infection Control.
- E Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake: MI00145365. Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to protect the rights of one resident (R26) to be free from resident-to-resident verbal and physical abuse by R67 resulting in continued abuse to have occurred.
- E Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteThis citation has two deficient practices (DPS). DPS #1 Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to implement Physician treatment orders in a timely manner for one resident (R28) of three residents reviewed for pressure ulcers.
- E Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide timely meals, resulting in late meal times outside of resident preferences and needs, affecting residents on the 2nd floor and in resident council.
- E Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Infection Control Preventionist attended the QAPI (Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement) meetings at least quarterly, resulting in the potential for lack of coordination of resident care policies and overall medical care that could affect all 101 residents residing in the facility.
- E Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to implement an antibiotic stewardship program that consistently identified signs and symptoms of infection and failed to provide clinical justification for the use of antibiotic medications with the potential to affect all residents (including R88) requiring antibiotics in the facility.
- D Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure accurate advance directive information, including social service assessment and a physician order for a Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) was in place for one (R83) of five residents reviewed for advance directives.
- D Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to complete an annual OBRA (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) Level I evaluation to determine if a Level II Evaluation was needed, or if exemption was identified for one (R31) of one resident reviewed for PASARR (Preadmission Screen and Resident Review).
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement a care plan for oxygen use and specific transmission-based precautions for one (R18) of 25 residents reviewed for comprehensive care plans.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide a shower for one (R349) of three residents reviewed for activities of daily living.
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident was transferred appropriately to prevent injury and ensure a thorough investigation was completed for one (R26) out of three residents reviewed for accidents/falls.
- D Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure medication regimen reviews were conducted by the consultant pharmacist monthly for one (R18) of five residents reviewed for medication regimen reviews.
- D Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, & record reviews the facility failed to ensure residents were free from significant medication errors in regard to seizure medications for two (R18 and R88) of two residents reviewed for medication errors, resulting in delayed administration, delayed physician notification, and increased seizure risk.
- D Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to timely notify the physician of abnormal laboratory results for one (R26) of two reviewed for laboratory services.
- D Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #MI00145467. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure resident food preferences were honored for six residents (R28, R36, R49, R56, R72, R74, and R78) as well as multiple attendees at the confidential resident council meeting, resulting in verbalized complaints and dissatisfaction with meals.
- C Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, and record review, the facility failed to eliminate pest harborage conditions, resulting in a presence of flying pests, affecting all residents in the facility.
June 3, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake(s): MI00144553 & MI00144307. Based on observation, interviews, and record reviews the facility failed to document follow-up and addressed concerns per the facility's Concern/Complaint Policy and Procedure for two (R's 901 & 902) of two residents reviewed for quality of care.
April 30, 2024Complaint inspection · 3 citations
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #MI00143969. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain a clean, comfortable, safe, and homelike environment, as evidenced by offensive odors, soiled floors, walls, and trash/debris left in the main dining rooms. This deficient practice has the potential to affect multiple residents throughout the facility.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to intake #MI00143969. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure infection control protocols (handwashing and/or use of hand sanitizer) were followed for a resident on enhanced barrier precautions (EBP) for one (R904) resident reviewed for infection control.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews/record review, the facility failed to develop and/or implement policies and procedures for ensuring the reporting of a reasonable suspicion of a crime in accordance with section 1150B of the Act for one (R900) of one resident reviewed for abuse.
September 7, 2023Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- G Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteThis citation pertains to Intake#: MI00138928 Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to (1) consistently monitor the change in condition for a Resident (R905) with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF - inability of the heart to pump blood efficiently, causing shortness of breath, fatigue, leg and foot swelling, and weakness) and transfer to hospital per advance directives and (2) failed to communicate/coordinate and follow up on the orders by the specialist (cardiologist) timely, resulting in a 9.4 lb.(pound) weight gain (in 4 days), difficulty breathing, discomfort, and death in the facility.
July 20, 2023Standard inspection · 10 citations
- E Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure resident dignity for 10 residents (R#'s 58, 6, 82, 73, 52, 56,68,64, 307, and 11) of 10 residents reviewed for dignity, resulting in the potential for embarrassment and decreased feelings of self worth.
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a clean, comfortable, and homelike environment for four residents, (R#'s 52, 58, 82, and 10) of four residents reviewed for physical environment. Facility also failed to maintain a clean comfortable home like environment in the dining room on the second floor that had the potential to impact all residents who were using the dining room for their meals and other activities.
- E Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure annual competencies/performance reviews for five of five Certified Nurse Aides (CNA's) reviewed for annual competencies. This deficient practice had the potential to affect all residents.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to report an allegation of abuse to the Abuse Coordinator and/or State Agency for one (R86) of two residents reviewed for abuse.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure an updated/revised plan of care was in place for a contracture for one resident (R38) of four residents reviewed for range of motion/positioning.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide timely and appropriate assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) for two (R6 and R8) of six Residents reviewed for ADL care with potential for negative physical, psychosocial outcomes, and potential loss of dignity for residents who are dependent on staff for assistance.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to follow up timely with the physician and/or to transfer a resident who had a change of condition to an acute care setting for one (R355) of one reviewed for change of condition resulting in the potential for a decline in health.
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteThis citation has two deficient practices Deficient practice #1 Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to properly transfer one resident (R6) who required a mechanical lift of four residents reviewed for accidents.
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteThis citation has two deficient practices Deficient Practice #1 Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure assistance with eating was provided to one resident (R60) of five residents reviewed for Nutrition.
- D Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident who was prescribed as needed (PRN) psychotropic medication had adequate behavior monitoring and identification of the resident specific targeted behaviors and non-pharmacological approaches at the time of medication administration for one (R5) of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medication
Fire safety inspections
25 fire safety citations on file: 9 on July 31, 2025, 14 on July 17, 2024, 2 on July 20, 2023.
Every fire safety citation25 citations
- F Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- F Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- F Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- F Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
- F Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
- F Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- F Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- F Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- E Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- E Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
- E Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
- E Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- E Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- E Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- E Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.50 | 3.99 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.35 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 2.96 | 3.50 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.84 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 1.31 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | not reported | 44.1% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | not reported | 39.2% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | not reported |
CMS expects 3.90 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.72 on weekdays and 2.96 on weekends, 20% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 1.0% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 4.17 in April to June 2025 to 3.50 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.50 | 0.35 | 3.72 | 2.96 | 1.0% | 0 of 90 | 108 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.78 | 0.35 | 3.98 | 3.26 | 1.8% | 0 of 92 | 108 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 4.17 | 0.40 | 4.44 | 3.49 | 3.2% | 0 of 91 | 112 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Michigan, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.95 | 0.70 | 4.14 | 3.45 | 3.3% | 0.4% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Michigan | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 17.4 | 10.8 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.2 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.1 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 4.6 | 3.0 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.7 | 1.1 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 20.1 | 12.0 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.4 | 5.1 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 24.7 | 14.8 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 25.3 | 24.0 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 6.5 | 11.7 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 2.0 | 1.8 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.1 | 1.6 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: CANTERBURY MI OPCO LLC. CMS links this home to The Orchards Michigan, a group of 15 nursing homes averaging 1.9 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taub, Jacob | Managing control - governing body | Individual | 11/01/2024 | |
| White Lake Healthcare LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 12/18/2024 | |
| Hurst, Emily | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 12/03/2024 | |
| McLeod, Leigh | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 12/03/2024 | |
| White Lake Healthcare LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 12/18/2024 | |
| Gutman, Isaac | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 12/03/2024 | |
| Hoffman, Alexander | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 12/03/2024 | |
| Hurst, Emily | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 12/18/2024 | |
| Kornfeld, Robert | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 12/03/2024 | |
| McLeod, Leigh | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 12/18/2024 | |
| Taub, Jacob | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 12/03/2024 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 16 problems in this area, most recently on January 20, 2026: "Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents."
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 12 problems in this area, most recently on July 31, 2025: "Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 11 problems in this area, most recently on October 24, 2025: "Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident."
- What changed in infection control since the last inspection, and who on staff is the infection preventionist?Inspectors cited 6 problems in this area, most recently on October 24, 2025: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.96 hours per resident per day, below the Michigan average of 3.50.
Other nursing homes nearby
- Lourdes Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Waterford, 2.2 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 12 citations
- Regency at Waterford Waterford, 3.4 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 61 citations
- Villa at Pine Place Clarkston, 3.5 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 55 citations
- The Neighborhoods of White Lake White Lake, 5.4 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 7 citations
- Wellbridge of Clarkston Clarkston, 5.4 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 35 citations
- The Villa at Green Lake Estates Orchard Lake, 5.7 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 53 citations
- Westlake Health Campus Commerce, 6.5 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 21 citations
- Oakland Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Ll Pontiac, 6.7 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 21 citations
Michigan contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Michigan. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Survey and Certification, Long Term Care Division, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, 1-866-485-9393. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: LARA State Licensing Search, where Michigan publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 for health inspections, 1 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake get at its last inspection?
- 23 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on July 31, 2025. The Michigan average is 9.9.
- Has The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake?
- CMS lists 11 owners and managers, and links the home to The Orchards Michigan. Legal business name: CANTERBURY MI OPCO LLC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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