Lakeland - An Optalis Health & Rehabilitation Center sits on Franklin Road in Southfield, Michigan, with 91 certified beds, and the place manages an average of 65 residents each day, offering a wide range of senior care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehab, home health care, and adult day services. The skilled team includes licensed nurses, personal care assistants, and therapy staff, with specialized offerings like respiratory therapy for conditions such as COPD, speech and occupational therapy, and podiatry and wound care. Staff spend about 3.95 nurse hours per resident daily, and while the nurse turnover rate stands at 62.8%, the center maintains ongoing clinical education programs, quick staff transitions, and recruiting services to keep care consistent. Review records such as the April 2025 inspection report show some staffing and infection control issues, with a total of 62 deficiencies on record and no actual harm yet found but potential for more than minimal harm for many residents.
Residents stay in private or semi-private suites, which include amenities such as private bathrooms with emergency call systems, adjustable electric beds, picture windows for light and views, cable TV, Wi-Fi, and private phone lines. Spacious shared areas, including landscaped courtyards, living rooms, a dining room, and an ice cream parlor, offer comfortable places to relax or join in on activities. There are specialized programs for memory care residents, therapy programs for those recovering from surgery or illness, and daily activities led by recreational therapists like gardening, crafts, discussion groups, and exercise sessions. The center runs 24 hours daily, maintaining a smoke-free environment with smoke alarms and sprinklers in each suite.
Lakeland supports independent and assisted living, with extra help for dressing, bathing, grooming, and laundry when needed. Housekeeping, nutritious meals prepared with help from clinical dietitians, in-room dining options, seasonal menus, and special diet plans aim to keep residents healthy and comfortable. Residents can visit the fitness center, salon, activity rooms, or enjoy outings and pet therapy visits. Transportation services, guest parking, and on-site concierge services add convenience. Amenities also include washers and dryers, a salon/barbershop, and easy access safety features.
Lakeland offers both respite and hospice care, supporting families and individuals through different stages of life, while outcome tracking, compliance checks, and quality assurance aim to improve care. The facility partners with skilled nursing facilities and therapy centers in Michigan and Ohio, and offers outpatient therapy in other locations like Cranberry Park. Pricing ranges from $8,000 to $12,000 per month based on room type. Lakeland's direct owner is Reh 1 Corporation, with additional indirect owners, and Angela Turner has managed operations since 2021. The facility has a 3.2 rating based on 33 reviews, and families are encouraged to review licensing and inspection records, learn about waiting lists or discharge planning, and ask questions about care types and funding, including Medicare and Medicaid.
