About West Woods of Niles
West Woods Of Niles, located in Niles, MI, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose West Woods of Niles
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.62 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the THE PEPLINSKI GROUP network. This chain operates 10 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
West Woods of Niles provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 3 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 329 | Feb 10, 2026 |
| Weighted Average | 278 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 19.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 1.6% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 2.0% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.7% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 15.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 17.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 1.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 5.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 0.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 99.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 92.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 1.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 36.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 8.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 90.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 7.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 28.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 14.2% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 1 complaint
- 2024: 7 complaints
- 2025: 1 complaint
- 2026: 5 complaints
- Total: 14 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Mar 09, 2026 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Mar 09, 2026 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Mar 09, 2026 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Jan 16, 2026 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Jan 16, 2026 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Dec 04, 2025 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| Oct 10, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Apr 10, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| Apr 10, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Dec 21, 2023 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
ARDAN ASSOCIATES, INC
Ownership Structure
- AMY ACKERMAN Indirect
- RICKY ACKERMAN Indirect
- MICHAEL BAUMGARTEN Indirect
- THERESE BAUMGARTEN Indirect
- SHELI PEPLINSKI Indirect
- TODD PEPLINSKI Indirect
- JEFFERY SCHADE Indirect
- TAMARA SCHADE Indirect
- BRIAN THOMPSON Indirect
- SHELLY THOMPSON Indirect
Management & Direction
- AMY ACKERMAN ADP OF THE SNF
- RICKY ACKERMAN CORPORATE OFFICER
- RICKY ACKERMAN ADP OF THE SNF
- RICKY ACKERMAN OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MICHAEL BAUMGARTEN ADP OF THE SNF
- THERESE BAUMGARTEN ADP OF THE SNF
- SHELI PEPLINSKI ADP OF THE SNF
- TODD PEPLINSKI ADP OF THE SNF
- TODD PEPLINSKI CORPORATE OFFICER
- TODD PEPLINSKI CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PLANTE & MORAN PLLC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- PLANTE & MORAN PLLC ADP OF THE SNF
- JEFFERY SCHADE CORPORATE OFFICER
- JEFFERY SCHADE ADP OF THE SNF
- JEFFERY SCHADE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JEFFERY SCHADE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- TAMARA SCHADE ADP OF THE SNF
- MONICA SEARS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MONICA SEARS ADP OF THE SNF
- MACIEJ SOLAREWICZ OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MACIEJ SOLAREWICZ ADP OF THE SNF
- THE PEPLINSKI GROUP INC ADP OF THE SNF
- BRIAN THOMPSON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- BRIAN THOMPSON CORPORATE OFFICER
- BRIAN THOMPSON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- BRIAN THOMPSON ADP OF THE SNF
- SHELLY THOMPSON ADP OF THE SNF
- WEST WOOD ESTATES LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- KATHY WINKELS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- KATHY WINKELS ADP OF THE SNF
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hubbard Hill Estates Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Cardinal Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Elkhart Meadows | N/A | 5 |
| Miller's Merry Manor | N/A | 4 |
| Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Waterford Crossing | N/A | 5 |
| The Milton Home | N/A | 5 |
| Belltower Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| East Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 4 |
| Creekside Village | N/A | 4 |
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Ownership Details
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Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact West Woods of Niles directly at 2696842810. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.