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Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights

26001 Ford Road

3.9(251 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
124
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
124
Location
Near Beaumont Hospital and Detroit Medical Center
Care Types
Offers respite care for short-term stays
Therapy Services
On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy
Insurance
Accepts Medicare Advantage and Medicaid plans

What Families Think

The Good

  • On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy
  • Respiratory therapy for breathing and lung conditions
  • Respite care for temporary caregiver relief
  • End-of-life care services offered
  • Financial counselors help navigate insurance
  • Located near two major hospitals

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights is a senior living community in Dearborn Heights, Michigan offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 251 reviews.

About Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights

Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, offering inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, long-term care, respite care, and end-of-life care in a warm and welcoming environment.

The facility provides comprehensive rehabilitation services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, utilizing the latest equipment and personalized treatment plans to help individuals recover mobility, strength, and overall function following hospitalization, surgery, or acute medical events. Long-term care services deliver around-the-clock medical attention with medication management, wound care, and nursing support to help residents maintain their health and quality of life.

Additional clinical services include respiratory therapy for individuals with respiratory conditions, designed to improve breathing and lung function through personalized treatment plans. The center also offers respite care for patients needing temporary supervised care and recovery while their caregivers take a break from their responsibilities.

The facility is conveniently located near Beaumont Hospital and the Detroit Medical Center. Nutrition is prioritized with well-balanced meals that can be modified to address various dietary needs, including low-calorie, high-fiber, and low-sodium options, along with snacks and substitute meals available daily.

Optalis of Dearborn Heights accepts various managed care insurance plans, including Medicare Advantage and Medicaid, and provides financial counselors to help patients and families navigate insurance coverage and benefits. The center's priority is helping residents achieve optimal functionality in a warm, comfortable environment, whether preparing to return home or transition to a lower level of care.

Types of Care at Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights

3.9overall · 251 ratings combined

3.9★ on Google (251)

Deborah McConnell

Jun 2026

via Google

My husband was at this facility 3 times. He loved it there. He just came home this month. The staff is really friendly & the PT & OT was worth the stay. The PT & OT is a 5 Star. We loved the PT & OT staff & everything they did to help my husband regain his strength to walk with a walker & use his arms. The rooms are spacious & I would have given a 5 Star rating but the food really sucked this last time my husband was there. The food was better 2 years ago…..not sure if you changed where you buy but it was horrible this last time he stayed. There were only a handful of times he could eat & enjoy the meal so I would have to bring him food everyday. Other than that….this place is good.

Ayat

May 2026

via Google

Absolutely amazing experience! From the moment I walked in, everything felt welcoming and well organized. A special thank you to Dena, the administrator, who went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. She was professional, kind, and truly cares about the people she’s helping. You can tell she takes pride in her work. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great service and a positive experience!

Ann Agemy

Mar 2026

via Google

I would like to praise Dena Fakhouri for her help. She was great to work with and, she showed integrity and professionalism. She also demonstrated empathy and understanding. I really appreciate her accountability and respectfulness. She always called me back in a timely manner. It was a smooth process from start to finish. Dena Fakhouri went thr extra mile for me and should be commended outstanding performance in her job.

Amanda

Mar 2026

via Google

The staff at Optalis in Dearborn Heights are caring, compassionate and thorough. Very timely as well. Darlene the administrator is amazing at talking with people, calming their fears and educating families on a wide variety of concerns. Nursing staff is efficient and so kind. The facility is very clean and inviting. I recommend Optalis to many friends and family!

Hala Dika

Jan 2026

via Google

Optalis Health and Rehab truly cares about the people they serve. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the compassion and dedication of the entire staff. Everyone is kind, patient, and genuinely attentive, creating an environment that feels safe and comforting. I would like to give a heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Darlene McMillan for her Outstanding leadership and genuine care, and to Ms. Naomi, the social worker, whose support, compassion, and dedication mean so much to both patients and families. Their hard work does not go unnoticed! I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a place where people are treated with dignity and heart!

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Government Inspection History

7 inspection visits in the last three years, 43 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 30, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 7, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 21, 2026

Feb 6, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard17 citations
  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Provide appropriate foot care.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 17, 2026

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 17, 2026

Apr 1, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 15, 2025

Feb 11, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 4, 2025

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 4, 2025

Nov 21, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedCorrected Dec 17, 2024

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 17, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 17, 2024

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 17, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 17, 2024

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 17, 2024

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 17, 2024

Nov 20, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 5, 2023

Sep 27, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard13 citations
  • Construct fire resistant interior walls.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 1, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 1, 2023

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 1, 2023

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2023

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2023

  • Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2023

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2023

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2023

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2023

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2023

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2023

  • Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 12, 2023

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights offer?

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights located?

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights is located at 26001 Ford Road in Dearborn Heights, Michigan.

How did Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights do on recent health and safety inspections?

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Dearborn Heights had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 43 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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