Browning Masonic Community, Inc
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Waterville, OH
Browning Masonic Community, Inc
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Waterville, OH
Browning Masonic Community, Inc accepts Medicaid.
The Browning Masonic Community campus covers 450 acres along the Maumee River in Waterville, Ohio, three miles from the town’s downtown. All residents receive complimentary membership in the White Pines Golf Course on the property, and outdoor exercise equipment is set up near the lake. Toledo Zoo, Toledo Art Museum, and Toledo Mud Hens baseball are among the nearby destinations.
Browning Masonic Community. is a 73-bed nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care community at 8883 Browning Drive in Lucas County. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. No entrance fee is required, and the minimum residency age is 55. Independent living options include Water’s Edge Villas, villa homes, and loft apartments.
Memory support is offered through the Pathways neighborhood, with programming called Connecting Realities. A fitness center, walking paths, and on- and off-campus events are available. An active Resident Council and Family Member Group support resident and family input.
Registered nurse hours average 24 minutes per resident per day; total nursing care averages 3 hours and 27 minutes. Occupancy stands at 67 percent, and the average resident stays 283 days.
Browning Masonic Community. is a multi-level care campus in Waterville with a 450-acre riverfront setting and complimentary golf course access. Care spans independent living through skilled nursing, with Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay all accepted.
73-bed community Rank #154 / 307Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 154th out of 307 homes we track in Ohio for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Ohio facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 45 / 100 Rank #312 / 675Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 312th out of 675 homes we track in Ohio for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Ohio facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
2026 Pinnacle Customer Experience Award™
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyLucas
Browning Masonic Community, Inc is administered by Number Of Years In Long Term Care.
Accept Medicaid
Rehabilitation Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Memory Support
Email
shadley@omcoh.org
Fax(419) 878-4362
Fitness Center
Walking Paths
On- And Off-Campus Events
Community Attractions
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
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Info below is compiled from the OH Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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A score out of 100 based on in-person interviews with residents, conducted by an independent third party on behalf of the Ohio Department of Aging. Residents are asked about staff, activities, meals, administration, and overall experience. <em>Source: Ohio Long-Term Care Quality Navigator</em>
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Otterbein SeniorLife | AL HC HOS IL MC NH SNF | Lebanon | 154
Facility
154
OH AVG
75
Rank
#10 / 307 | Yes | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
| Browning Masonic Community, Inc | AL IL MC | Waterville | 73
Facility
73
OH AVG
75
Rank
#154 / 307 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
OH AVG
42
Rank
#312 / 675 | - | - | Number Of Years In Long Term Care | - | 0 | - |
| Locust Ridge | AL MC NH RC SNF | Williamsburg | 61
Facility
61
OH AVG
75
Rank
#173 / 307 | No | - | Private Rooms | A+ | - | - | 18
Facility
18
OH AVG
2
Rank
#153 / 172 | 4.5 |
| Brookdale Westlake Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | Westlake | 60
Facility
60
OH AVG
75
Rank
#176 / 307 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
OH AVG
42
Rank
#503 / 675 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Suzanne Nall | 86
Facility
86
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#81 / 190 | 7
Facility
7
OH AVG
2
Rank
#135 / 172 | 1.8 |
| The Knolls of Oxford | AL IL MC NH SNF | Oxford | 50
Facility
50
OH AVG
75
Rank
#213 / 307 | Yes | - | Private / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed Rooms | - | Laura Lacy | 92
Facility
92
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#19 / 190 | 4
Facility
4
OH AVG
2
Rank
#105 / 172 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Browning Masonic Community, Inc
Is Browning Masonic Community, Inc in a walkable area?
Browning Masonic Community, Inc has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at Browning Masonic Community, Inc?
Yes, Browning Masonic Community, Inc allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Browning Masonic Community, Inc?
The team at Browning Masonic Community, Inc can be reached at SHADLEY@OMCOH.ORG.
Who is the administrator of Browning Masonic Community, Inc?
Number of Years in Long Term Care is the administrator of Browning Masonic Community, Inc.
How many beds does Browning Masonic Community, Inc have?
Browning Masonic Community, Inc has 73 beds.
Has Browning Masonic Community, Inc had any citations?
Browning Masonic Community, Inc has no reported citations according to records from Ohio Department of Aging (ODA).
Are there photos of Browning Masonic Community, Inc?
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