Hartford Nursing & Rehab: Food/Fluid Deficiency - MI
Inspectors found one resident with no water cup in their room or at bedside at 1:30 p.m. Another resident remained without water past 2 p.m. Both residents were cognitively intact and had complex medical conditions including heart failure, diabetes, and respiratory disease.
When questioned at 3 p.m., nursing assistant T admitted water "had not been passed but was going to pass water later." The aide stated residents "should have had water at the start of the shift at 7:00 a.m."
By 4:16 p.m., another nursing assistant was still making rounds with water. CNA U told inspectors, "I was really busy, but I am passing the resident's water now. The residents should have received fresh water before now."
The facility's own policy requires each resident be provided bedside water. The Director of Nursing confirmed staff should pass fresh water multiple times during twelve-hour shifts, and by 10 a.m. for eight-hour shifts.
"Absolutely," the nursing director said when asked if water should be distributed before 3 p.m. "Fresh water should be pass before 3:00 p.m."
The affected residents included someone with a stomach bacteria infection and morbid obesity, and another recovering from a femur fracture with a history of falls. Both had care plans specifically addressing nutritional and hydration needs due to their medical conditions.
The violation occurred during a complaint inspection, suggesting someone had raised concerns about care at the facility before inspectors arrived.
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Last verified: June 20, 2026 · Our methodology
Hartford Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Detroit, MI was cited for violations during a health inspection on January 29, 2026.
Inspectors found one resident with no water cup in their room or at bedside at 1:30 p.m.
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