The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Abuse citation on record
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (33 vs median 8.0)
Bottom 25% in MI · Worst in THE ORCHARDS MICHIGAN chain · $97,916 in fines · Abuse citation
What this means for your family
While the independent living and memory care sections receive high praise, the rehabilitation and short-term nursing units have significant, recurring issues with staffing and basic patient care. If you are considering this facility for rehab, we strongly advise you to visit frequently, monitor hygiene and call-button response times, and have a clear plan for advocacy.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
173 reviews on Google“The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake presents a stark contrast between its highly regarded independent living community and its struggling rehabilitation and nursing services. While many residents and their families praise the beautiful grounds, active social calendar, and friendly staff in the independent living sections, numerous reviewers report severe neglect, understaffing, and poor communication within the rehab and nursing wings. Families considering this facility should be aware of consistent reports regarding delayed call-button responses and inadequate hygiene care for short-term patients.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Beautiful, well-maintained campus and grounds
- Engaging activities and social calendar
- Positive, supportive independent living environment
- Compassionate and attentive staff in specific departments
Concerns
- Significant delays in answering call buttons and providing basic care (mentioned by 12 reviewers)
- Poor communication from management and nursing staff (mentioned by 7 reviewers)
- Inadequate hygiene and assistance with toileting (mentioned by 9 reviewers)
- Understaffing, particularly on weekends and nights (mentioned by 6 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 435 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed the campus grounds are beautiful; what are some of the most popular social activities or outings that residents currently enjoy here?
- 2Could you walk me through the typical response process when a resident uses their call button, especially during evening or weekend shifts?
- 3Given the recent focus on improving care coordination, what is the standard protocol for keeping family members updated on changes in a loved one's health or medication management?
- 4How does the nursing team ensure that residents receive consistent support with daily hygiene and toileting needs throughout the day?
- 5I appreciate that the leadership team is active in responding to feedback online; how do you incorporate that family input into your daily operational improvements?
- 6What specific steps are in place to ensure that medical care and supervision remain consistent during night and weekend hours when staffing levels fluctuate?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Upon her check-in at 4 PM on Thursday, she was put in a bed and ignored for 14+ hours. She was left in a soiled diaper, not given any food, denied water, and her calls for help were ignored for over 14 hours.”
“Call bells went unanswered for an average of an hour, which meant my father was left waiting for basic care. Because of this, our family had to create rotating shifts to ensure his soiled clothing was changed in a timely manner.”
“The staff from day one has been outstanding. They are kind, respectful, helpful and entertaining to the residents as well as families of the residents.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Families have filed numerous complaints against this facility (45 out of 105 total deficiencies), with recurring issues in accident prevention, infection control, and nursing staff adequacy. Recent deficiencies include problems with medication management, resident abuse protection, and care planning. While the facility corrects identified problems, the pattern of repeated issues in core care areas suggests ongoing operational challenges that warrant careful consideration during visits.
Jan 20, 2026Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Oct 24, 2025Complaint4
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Jul 31, 2025Complaint9
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Jul 31, 2025Routine23
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Administration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Administration Deficiencies
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
May 15, 2025Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Apr 10, 2025Complaint6
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Sep 7, 2023
$45,461
Payment Denial
Sep 7, 2023
2-day denial
Fine
Jun 29, 2023
$52,455
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake
for profit
Chain Affiliation
The Orchards Michigan
14 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 1.9/5 · Rank 9 of 12 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Kornfeld, Robert
Owner
Key personnel
Contact
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