The Orchards at Southgate
Nursing Home · Southgate, MI
CMS certification number235266
Contact & location
15400 Trenton RoadSouthgate, MI 48195
Wayne County
- Phone
- (734) 284-4620
- ZIP code
- 48195 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 100
- Residents per day
- 83.4 (83% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal name
- Southgate Mi Opco LLC
- Chain
- The Orchards Michigan (15 facilities, avg 1.9★)
- Medicare certified since
- November 1, 1975
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 3.64 (state 3.99 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.40 (state 0.78 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 1.35 (state 0.88 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 1.88 (state 2.33 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 3.44 (state 3.50 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- —
- RN turnover
- —
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- September 11, 2025
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 4.0 (state 10.1 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 3
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 20 health · 21 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-18 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. F0693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-03-12 |
| 2026-02-18 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-03-12 |
| 2025-09-11 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2025-09-12 |
| 2025-08-20 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-09-05 |
| 2024-08-08 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-09 |
| 2024-08-08 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-09 |
| 2024-08-08 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-09 |
| 2024-08-08 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. F0791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-09 |
| 2024-01-31 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2024-01-16 |
| 2023-09-12 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-09-18 |
| 2023-09-12 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-09-18 |
| 2023-07-19 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2023-07-28 |
| 2023-07-19 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-28 |
| 2023-07-19 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. F0908 · Environmental Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-28 |
| 2023-07-19 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-28 |
| 2023-07-19 | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. F0568 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-19 |
| 2023-07-19 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-08-25 |
| 2023-07-19 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. F0693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-19 |
| 2023-07-19 | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. F0710 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-28 |
| 2023-07-19 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-07-19 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years, including $15,841 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-31 | Fine | $15,841 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Barton, Donald (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Gutierrez, Juanita (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of The Orchards at Southgate?
The Orchards at Southgate has a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Michigan.
How many beds does The Orchards at Southgate have?
It has 100 certified beds and cares for about 83 residents per day.
Has The Orchards at Southgate been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $15,841 in the last three years.
Who owns The Orchards at Southgate?
It is part of The Orchards Michigan and is classified as for profit - limited liability company. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of The Orchards at Southgate?
(734) 284-4620. The facility is located at 15400 Trenton Road, Southgate, MI 48195.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.