Medilodge of Southfield

    26715 Greenfield Rd, Southfield, MI 48076
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Friendly staff, clean facility, compassionate

    I'm very pleased with the care my family member received. Staff are consistently friendly, helpful and professional; the facility is clean and welcoming, with strong rehab/therapy and engaging activities. Communication was compassionate and proactive - I would consider this place for myself.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.34·(154)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      2.8
    • Staff

      3.3
    • Meals

      2.0
    • Amenities

      2.7
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Skilled PT/OT rehabilitation services
    • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
    • Supportive social-work team
    • Welcoming reception and front-desk interactions
    • Positive short-term rehab outcomes and discharge successes
    • Remodeled, well-maintained common areas in parts of the building
    • Active and engaging activities programming
    • Proactive end-of-life and palliative care coordination
    • Convenient proximity to a hospital
    • Individual staff members noted for professionalism and responsiveness

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels and high personnel turnover
    • Slow response to call lights and assistance requests
    • Gaps in medication administration and clinical documentation
    • Sanitation and odor concerns in some rooms and common areas
    • Inconsistent meal quality, temperature control, and portion sizes
    • Weaknesses in fall-prevention and transfer-safety processes
    • Insufficient security and wandering-prevention measures
    • Variable family communication and care-coordination practices
    • Front-line professionalism and telephone responsiveness gaps
    • Allegations of resident property loss and financial mishandling
    • Variable infection-control and outbreak management
    • Insufficient on-floor leadership and unit management coverage

    Summary of reviews

    Reviews of the facility show a wide range of experiences, producing a mixed overall picture. Many families and visitors describe competent clinical strengths—particularly in rehabilitation therapy (PT/OT), attentive nursing by specific staff members, and supportive social-work involvement. At the same time, a substantial number of accounts raise operational concerns that suggest inconsistency in how care is delivered and monitored across shifts and units.

    Care quality is described as variable. Positive accounts highlight effective short-term rehab that met or exceeded goals, timely escalation to hospital when needed, and patient-centered end-of-life attention. Conversely, other comments identify delays in assistance responses, gaps in medication administration and documentation, inconsistent bathing and toileting assistance practices, and safety events such as falls and wandering. These descriptions point to process and staffing weaknesses that affect clinical reliability and incident response.

    Staff performance and professionalism are also inconsistent. Numerous reviews praise individual nurses, CNAs, therapists, and social workers for compassion, responsiveness, and clear communication. However, others describe staff shortages, distracted or unprofessional behavior on the floor and at the desk, and variability in telephone and reception responsiveness. High turnover and reported hiring practices are cited as contributors to uneven care continuity and experience.

    Dining and activities show a split pattern. The activities department and some dining interactions receive positive mentions for engagement and social opportunities. At the same time, many accounts note inconsistent food temperature, small portions, and menu dissatisfaction. Families considering placement should ask about current meal-service protocols, special-diet accommodations, and how the facility handles feeding assistance for residents with cognitive or motor limitations.

    Facility condition and sanitation vary by area. Several reviewers note recent remodeling and clean, pleasant common spaces; others point to sanitation concerns, odor issues in some rooms or hallways, and maintenance items needing attention. Infection-control practices and outbreak management were also raised as inconsistent during certain periods. Prospective families may want to tour both resident rooms and the units where their loved one would reside, and ask about current cleaning schedules and recent inspection outcomes.

    Management, communication, and governance patterns emerge as important themes. Some families report timely administrative response and corrective action when concerns are raised; others describe poor notification about transfers or clinical changes, limited on-floor supervisory coverage, and gaps in family conferencing. There are also serious, specific allegations regarding missing resident property and financial mishandling that merit further inquiry and, where appropriate, review by oversight bodies.

    In summary, the facility demonstrates clear strengths—notably in rehabilitation therapy, several committed clinical staff members, and certain renovated areas—but also shows recurring operational weaknesses tied to staffing, safety processes, sanitation consistency, and communication. Families considering this location should evaluate current staffing ratios, ask about call-system response times, review medication and incident-reporting procedures, and verify policies for security, property protection, and infection control. Direct, recent observations during a visit and conversations with unit leaders and the social-work team will help determine whether the facility’s strong elements are consistent with current care needs.

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    Medicare Ratings

    1·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Medilodge of Southfield is located at 26715 Greenfield Rd, Southfield, MI, 48076.

    About Medilodge of Southfield

    Medilodge of Southfield sits near hospitals, doctors, and rehab centers, which makes it easier for residents who need regular medical support to get where they need to go without trouble, and with 185 certified beds and an average of 148 residents each day, it's got both space and a bit of a busy community feel, and people who live here can get long-term skilled nursing care, short-term rehab, respite care, assisted living, and Alzheimer's Care, which means there are many support options whether someone needs help for a little while or for a longer stay, and services are tailored to each person so the staff can help folks maintain independence as their needs change, all with an approach that tries to keep everyone as active as possible by offering plenty of activities-both social and educational-with things planned regularly and even leadership and peer-motivation programs for those who want to be involved with Resident Council or other community groups. Staff here focus on medical care and comfort, with trained professionals around at all times, and the nurse staffing is above the state average at 4.30 hours per resident per day, which suggests they try to provide a little more time and care than most places, and the nurse turnover rate is also slightly lower than the state average, but the facility does have some history of issues, like deficiencies related to resident rights, infection control, and protecting people from abuse and neglect, with recent government reports noting a total of 107 deficiencies in the last inspection cycle, and it's a Special Focus Facility Candidate, which means it's been looked at closely for serious quality concerns even though it hasn't gotten the formal government flag, so families might want to carefully review those reports and weigh their options. Folks can expect amenities like laundry with friendly staff, a choice of meals like chicken dishes and beef tips over noodles, snacks each day, and activities in spaces designed to be comfortable and accessible, and for anyone wanting to visit or keep in touch, the facility offers tours and even lets families schedule Facetime chats with residents to help folks stay connected, and whether a person's staying for a short rehab or making it their home, Medilodge of Southfield aims to help people recover, improve their daily life, and enjoy what they can, all under the rules that promise no discrimination and expect ethical, responsible conduct from every employee or contractor who works here.

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