Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
The Orchards at Niles
1333 Wells St · Niles, MI 49120 · 84 certified beds
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About The Orchards at Niles
The Orchards at Niles is a nursing home in Niles, Michigan. Its capacity is 84 beds, below the Berrien County median of 100 for nursing homes. It is run by a for-profit operator and is part of The Orchards Michigan. It is Medicare certified. Its public inspection record shows 69 citations, the most recent on January 23, 2026. CMS also lists 1 fine or payment denial against it. Nurse staffing averages 3.76 hours per resident per day. It is one of 3 nursing homes listed in Niles. Its public records were last updated in October 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare, updated October 2026
Certification
Medicare-certified.
Ratings
Overall
1.0Staffing
4.0Quality measures
4.0CMS Care Compare, October 2026.
Inspection history (69)
Records from July 2023 to January 2026.
January 23, 2026
Tag F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected February 10, 2026.
August 27, 2025
Tag F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 26, 2025.
August 27, 2025
Tag F0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 26, 2025.
August 27, 2025
Tag F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 26, 2025.
August 27, 2025
Tag F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 26, 2025.
August 27, 2025
Tag F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected September 26, 2025.
July 15, 2025
Tag F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected August 7, 2025.
November 14, 2024
Tag F0688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected December 2, 2024.
November 14, 2024
Tag F0810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected December 3, 2024.
November 14, 2024
Tag F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected January 10, 2025.
November 14, 2024
Tag F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected January 10, 2025.
September 13, 2024
Tag F0730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm. Corrected January 10, 2025.
September 13, 2024
Tag F0559Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected October 23, 2024.
September 13, 2024
Tag F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected October 18, 2024.
September 13, 2024
Tag F0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 13, 2024.
September 13, 2024
Tag F0887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected October 18, 2024.
September 13, 2024
Tag F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected January 10, 2025.
September 13, 2024
Tag F0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected January 10, 2025.
September 13, 2024
Tag F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected October 23, 2024.
September 13, 2024
Tag F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected January 10, 2025.
Penalties (1)
September 13, 2024 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting October 25, 2024, lasting 77 days (triggered by inspection on September 13, 2024).
Staffing
3.76 nurse hours per resident per day in Q2 2026, up from 3.46 in Q4 2025.
From the payroll records nursing homes file with CMS.
Ownership
For profit
Part of The Orchards Michigan, a chain of 15 nursing homes.
Average CMS star ratings across the chain: 1.7 overall, 2.0 for health inspections, 1.7 for staffing, 3.4 for quality measures.
Typical cost
CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025
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