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HomeMichiganWellspring Lutheran Services

Wellspring Lutheran Services

1390 Maple Drive, Fairview, MI 486219898482241WebsiteGoogle Maps
5.0on Google(13 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
39
certified

How Wellspring Lutheran Services Compares in Michigan

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Michigan. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
MI average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
MI average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
MI average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.03 hrs/day
MI average
3.99 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.94 hrs/day
MI average
0.78 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
38.1%
MI average
44.1%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Michigan average of 3.1/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Michigan average of 2.8/5.
Reported RN time is 0.94 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.78.
Staff turnover is 38.1%, lower than the Michigan average of 44.1%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 10, 2024
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Aug 28, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 4 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$9,429/mo
Michigan median
Private Room
$10,372/mo
Michigan median
Oscoda County 65+
2,341
28.3% of county
County Population
8,264
Oscoda County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Wellspring Lutheran Services is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Fairview, Michigan with 39 certified beds. It has been operating since 1979. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
39
Avg Residents/Day
36.4
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 18, 1979
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Oscoda
Last Inspection
Aug 28, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
21.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (7)

F0921Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Feb 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 30, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Minimal Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

Payment DenialFeb 6, 2025
7 days denied

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.60 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.50 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.94 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.03 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.42 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
38.1%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (17)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
LUTHERAN HOMES OF MICHIGAN, INC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jan 1, 2011
BENDER, PETERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 1, 2012
BENKO, AMYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 4, 2016
CUSHWAY, RITCHCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 9, 2013
LOGAN, ANDREACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 18, 2012
NYQUIST, PAULCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 27, 2014
SCHOENOW, CARLCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 24, 2014
GEHM, DAVIDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2011
KALBFLEISCH, TIMOTHYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 1, 2019
DARGIS, DAVIDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2020
GEHM, DAVIDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2011
NAFFIEN, FAWNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 1, 2022
LUTHERAN HOMES OF MICHIGAN, INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2011
DARGIS, DAVIDADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2020
GEHM, DAVIDADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ANov 14, 2011
KALBFLEISCH, TIMOTHYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ASep 1, 2019
NAFFIEN, FAWNADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 1, 2022

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Wellspring Lutheran Services and nearby alternatives.

All Michigan facilities
Wellspring Lutheran Services
Fairview, MICurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
The Villa at Rose City
Rose City, MI21.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $50,895
Medilodge of Hillman
Hillman, MI25.0 miAbuse flag
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $47,740
Mission Point Nursing & Physical Rehabilitation of
Roscommon, MI29.8 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Lincoln Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Community
Lincoln, MI31.8 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
The Villa at West Branch
West Branch, MI32.5 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $56,193
Munson Healthcare Crawford Continuing Care Center
Grayling, MI32.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $27,600
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Wellspring Lutheran Services
Fairview, MI · Current facility
—4/54/54/5None recorded
The Villa at Rose City
Rose City, MI
21.1 mi3/52/54/5$50,895
Medilodge of Hillman
Hillman, MI
25.0 mi3/52/55/5$47,740
Mission Point Nursing & Physical Rehabilitation of
Roscommon, MI
29.8 mi5/54/54/5None recorded
Lincoln Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Community
Lincoln, MI
31.8 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
The Villa at West Branch
West Branch, MI
32.5 mi3/52/53/5$56,193
Munson Healthcare Crawford Continuing Care Center
Grayling, MI
32.6 mi5/54/55/5$27,600

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Wellspring Lutheran Services?▾
Wellspring Lutheran Services has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Wellspring Lutheran Services cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Michigan is $9,429/month for a semi-private room and $10,372/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Wellspring Lutheran Services participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Wellspring Lutheran Services had any health inspection violations?▾
Wellspring Lutheran Services had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 28, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Wellspring Lutheran Services?▾
Wellspring Lutheran Services provides 4.03 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.94 RN hours, 0.50 LPN hours, and 2.60 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 38.1%.
How many beds does Wellspring Lutheran Services have?▾
Wellspring Lutheran Services has 39 certified beds with an average of 36.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 93% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Wellspring Lutheran Services?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Michigan. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Wellspring Lutheran Services?▾
On Google Maps, Wellspring Lutheran Services has a rating of 5.0 out of 5 based on 13 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.