Abel Care, LLC
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Assisted Living, Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
1500 Byron Road · Howell, MI 48855 · Lic. #AH470342721 (MI) · 39 certified beds
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In Howell, Michigan, The Willows at Howell is listed as an assisted living community. Public records list 39 beds. The MI licensing record lists its status as "REGULAR". Ownership records tie the listing to Trilogy Health Services. It is Medicare certified. We hold 14 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 31 March 2026. Public enforcement records list no fine or payment denial against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.85 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated September 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
10
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
10
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Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
10
Records from March 2024 to March 2026.
March 31, 2026 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-31 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 22, 2025 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-22 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 22, 2025 · D
Citation F0636Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-22 under CMS tag F0636 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 22, 2025 · D
Citation F0582Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-22 under CMS tag F0582 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 22, 2025 · E
Citation F0638Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-22 under CMS tag F0638 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 22, 2025 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-22 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 12, 2024 · D
Citation F0623Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-12 under CMS tag F0623 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 28, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-28 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 20, 2024 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0554Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 under CMS tag F0554 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0791Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 under CMS tag F0791 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
Latest: 3.85 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.06 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
CMS Care Compare chain: Trilogy Health Services
Chain ID 524 · 123 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Trilogy Opco LLC
parent · PAC 4789985847
Private equity company (CMS PECOS disclosure)
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Sep 2, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Corporate licensee (Michigan LARA)".
Reported by Michigan LARA
Sep 2, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 56 to 39 beds.
Reported by Michigan LARA
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 39 to 56 beds.
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 10, 2026Listed capacity changed
Listed capacity changed from 56 to 39 beds.
Reported by Michigan LARA
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Assisted Living
Median · MI$5,818/moNursing Homes
Median · MI$11,254/moOther licensed providers in Howell, with their own public records.
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