Total Health inspections
6
10% below Ohio average
Ohio average:
6.7
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Cottingham Retirement Community
Cottingham Retirement Community is a Memory Care Home in Ohio
Cottingham Retirement Community is a Memory Care Home in Ohio
Cottingham Retirement Community
Cottingham Retirement Community is a Memory Care Home in Ohio
Cottingham Retirement Community is a Memory Care Home in Ohio
Overview of Cottingham Retirement Community
Cottingham Retirement Community offers premier senior living care services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. The retirement home promotes a youthful and energetic atmosphere for its residents because the staff celebrates each individual by promoting a vibrant and freeing lifestyle– seniors create a personalized care plan based on their decisions. The resort-style home practices an excellent and exemplary, resident-centered approach where seniors can thrive.
Cottingham offers amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free, such as 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, specialized programs, and individualized care plans.
Shelley Owens is the Executive Director at Cottingham Retirement Community. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Eastern Kentucky University and received her Administrator’s license in 1992. Shelley has served as Administrator at Mason Health Care Center and Ivy Court at Cottingham. She is dedicated to understanding residents’ needs and making Cottingham feel like home, welcoming and learning from the opportunity to serve the community.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
128
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
94.1%
Residents per day (avg)
53
Occupancy rate
94.1%
Residents per day (avg)
53
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Private pay
74% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Medicaid
12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Partnership
Home revenue
$9.0M
Profit
$1.4M
Proprietary home
Partnership
Home revenue
$9,026,026.00
Profit
$1,428,478.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$7.6M
128-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
41 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 53 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
365652
County:
HAMILTON
Safety & Compliance
Policies
No pets allowed
No Smoking
No Alcohol
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Director of Nursing:
STEFFANY ANDERSON
Contact:
Ms. Margie Berryman, Exective Director
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Email:
[email protected]
Fax:
(513) 563-3717
Additional Policies & Features
Minimum Age:
65
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Independent Living | Windsor Court, Assisted Living | Heather Court, Skilled Nursing | Ivy Court, Memory Care | Elizabeth Court, Rehabilitation
Pricing & Financial Information
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Cottingham Retirement Community
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Independent Living
Nursing Home
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Inspection History
In Ohio, the Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducts unannounced onsite inspections to evaluate the quality of care and environment in all licensed facilities.
Latest inspection
Date:August 5, 2025
Inspection oversight
Immediate jeopardy identified:No
Substandard quality of care cited:No
1 total citation
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Ohio average: 3 citations
Resident satisfaction survey results
Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.
2022 – 2023 Period
Care and services
79 / 100
Ohio average: 89 / 100
Environment
90 / 100
Ohio average: 95 / 100
Moving in
74 / 100
Ohio average: 82 / 100
Facility culture
65 / 100
Ohio average: 86 / 100
Caregivers
75 / 100
Ohio average: 89 / 100
Spending time
70 / 100
Ohio average: 80 / 100
Meals and dining
62 / 100
Ohio average: 81 / 100
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Have you gotten or are you getting physical therapy, occupational therapy or speech therapy, while living at this care facility?
This facility52/100
Ohio average46/100
Did (Do) the therapists help you set goals?
This facility70/100
Ohio average89/100
Can you decide how to spend your day?
This facility75/100
Ohio average94/100
Did (Does) the therapy help you meet your goals?
This facility78/100
Ohio average88/100
Did (Do) you know who to speak to about your therapy progress?
This facility82/100
Ohio average85/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Are your personal items safe here?
This facility79/100
Ohio average92/100
Is it very clean here?
This facility82/100
Ohio average96/100
Do you feel you have enough privacy?
This facility83/100
Ohio average95/100
Do you feel safe here?
This facility88/100
Ohio average98/100
Can you find a place to be alone if you want to be alone?
This facility90/100
Ohio average96/100
Can you enjoy the outdoors if you want to?
This facility95/100
Ohio average91/100
Is it easy for you to get around in your room (or apartment)?
This facility96/100
Ohio average96/100
Are you able to get around the building if you want to?
This facility100/100
Ohio average95/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Did you receive a thorough orientation to COTTINGHAM RETIREMENT COMMUNITY?
This facility61/100
Ohio average70/100
Were you given enough information to learn how things work here?
This facility76/100
Ohio average82/100
Did you feel warmly welcomed as a new resident?
This facility89/100
Ohio average93/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Do the people who work here tell you when rules, policies, and procedures change?
This facility43/100
Ohio average78/100
Are you encouraged to speak up about things you don’t like here?
This facility57/100
Ohio average81/100
Are your concerns taken care of in a timely way?
This facility59/100
Ohio average86/100
Do the people who work here help you with technology, if needed?
This facility60/100
Ohio average89/100
Would you highly recommend COTTINGHAM RETIREMENT COMMUNITY to someone who needs this type of care?
This facility60/100
Ohio average89/100
Do the people who work here seem happy to work here?
This facility72/100
Ohio average92/100
Are you as involved in decisions about your care as you want to be?
This facility73/100
Ohio average85/100
Do the people who work here go above and beyond to give you a good life?
This facility77/100
Ohio average87/100
Are you friends with anyone who lives here?
This facility77/100
Ohio average81/100
Overall, are you satisfied with the care you receive here?
This facility80/100
Ohio average94/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Do you feel confident the people who work here would come quickly anytime you needed help?
This facility48/100
Ohio average85/100
Do the people who care for you explain your care and services to you?
This facility52/100
Ohio average85/100
Do the people who work here do things the way you want them done?
This facility60/100
Ohio average88/100
Do the people who work here check on you often enough to see if you need anything?
This facility65/100
Ohio average81/100
Do the people who work here do everything they can to protect you from getting sick?
This facility71/100
Ohio average94/100
Do the people who work here make sure you are comfortable when they provide care or services?
This facility74/100
Ohio average95/100
Do the same people take care of you most of the time?
This facility80/100
Ohio average84/100
Are the people who work here knowledgeable about your medical conditions and treatments?
This facility81/100
Ohio average90/100
Do you have opportunities to maintain your health and wellness, if you want?
This facility86/100
Ohio average92/100
Do the people who work here support you to do as much for yourself as you are able to do?
This facility89/100
Ohio average96/100
Do the people who work here ever get angry at you?
This facility91/100
Ohio average88/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Are there enjoyable things to do on the weekends, if you want?
This facility45/100
Ohio average63/100
Are you as connected to the community as you want to be?
This facility57/100
Ohio average71/100
Do you have something to look forward to most days?
This facility62/100
Ohio average77/100
Do you have enough opportunities to go on outings and special events?
This facility67/100
Ohio average73/100
Do you feel included in life here?
This facility67/100
Ohio average89/100
Do you usually enjoy how you spend your time?
This facility73/100
Ohio average87/100
Do you have plenty of opportunities to do things that are meaningful to you?
This facility75/100
Ohio average83/100
Do you like the activities here?
This facility85/100
Ohio average83/100
Are you able to do the activities offered here, if you want?
This facility86/100
Ohio average93/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Do you have input on the food that is served?
This facility35/100
Ohio average68/100
Does the menu change often enough?
This facility58/100
Ohio average77/100
Do you get enough fresh food options here?
This facility58/100
Ohio average81/100
Do you look forward to mealtimes?
This facility61/100
Ohio average80/100
Do you like the food here?
This facility63/100
Ohio average81/100
Do you get enough to eat here?
This facility87/100
Ohio average95/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Compare Memory Care around Cincinnati
The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.
Cottingham Retirement Community
-64%
-21%
+20%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Cincinnati
60
No
-
53
94.1%
$8,447,860.00
$3,224,152.00
38.2%
52.60
2.7814
1
22
2
-64%-21%+20%Private Rooms
Brookdale Finneytown
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Cincinnati
39
Yes
A+
54
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Studio / Suite
Artis Senior Living of Bridgetown
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Cincinnati
-
No
-
43
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Private Rooms
Ellie‘s Memory Care
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Day Heights
-
No
-
20
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Private Rooms
Elmcroft of Deer Park
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Cincinnati
-
Yes
-
62
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Private Rooms
Cottingham Retirement Community
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Cincinnati
Bed Count:
60
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
365652
Occupancy:
94.1%
Home Revenue:
$8,447,860.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,224,152.00
Payroll %:
38.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
52.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.7814
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
22
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-64%
-64%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+20%
+20%
Bed Options:
Private Rooms
Places of interest near Cottingham Retirement Community
20.3 miles from city center — 4.09 miles to nearest hospital (TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital)
3995 Cottingham Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45241
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
122
Total Staff
88
Employees
34
Contractors
20,696
Total Hours (Quarter)
29
Avg Staff/Day
7.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 9.3 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 9.8 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 50 | 8.9 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
77 staff
9.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
23 staff
5.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
12 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
4.3%
of total hours from contractors
895 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 11
Certified Nursing Assistant: 15
Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 35 | 15 | 50 | 7,919 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 11 | 23 | 4,030 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 6 | 3 | 9 | 1,454 | 69 | 76% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,392 | 84 | 92% | 9.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,224 | 88 | 97% | 5.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 1 | 5 | 988 | 78 | 86% | 6.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 734 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 538 | 62 | 68% | 6.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 483 | 62 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 474 | 59 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 59 | 65% | 7.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 431 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 205 | 52 | 57% | 2.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 150 | 49 | 54% | 3.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 1 | 3 | 147 | 66 | 73% | 2.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 45 | 9 | 10% | 5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 3 | 3% | 8.7 |
Health Inspection History
Total Health citations
22
29% below Ohio average
Ohio average:
30.9
3.67 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations origin
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
Standard inspections
12 citations
Complaint investigations
10 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations
1
233% above Ohio average
Ohio average:
0.3
Serious Health citations
1
11% above Ohio average
Ohio average:
0.9
Moderate Health citations
20
Minor Health citations
0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Sep 10, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Dec 11, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Dec 11, 2024
Corrected
Environmental moderate citation
Jan 19, 2023
Corrected
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: LionStone Care
Resident Census by Payment Source
57
Total Residents
Medicare
5
(8.8%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
25
(43.9%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
27
(47.4%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
CCRC
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
3.2
46% better than Ohio average
Ohio average:
5.8
Functional decline score
8.8
31% better than Ohio average
Ohio average:
12.7
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
2.3%
66% below Ohio average.
Walking Ability Worsened
0.0%
100% below Ohio average.
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
24.1%
9% above Ohio average.
Safety & clinical stability
Falls with Major Injury
2.9%
16% below Ohio average.
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
2.9%
25% below Ohio average.
Urinary Tract Infection
0.0%
100% below Ohio average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing
Depressive Symptoms
24.4%
2% above Ohio average.
Antipsychotic Use
4.1%
52% below Ohio average.
Preventive care
Pneumococcal Vaccine
97.7%
6% above Ohio average.
Influenza Vaccine
97.7%
3% above Ohio average.
Nutrition & physical health
Lost Too Much Weight
7.7%
24% above Ohio average.Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
96.2%
23% better than Ohio average
Antipsychotic medication increase
0.0%
100% better than Ohio average
Influenza Vaccine
25.4%
66% worse than Ohio average Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$21K
This home paid 70% less in fines than the state average.
Ohio average:
$69K
Number of Fines
1
This home received 46% fewer fines than the state average.
Ohio average:
1.9
Payment Denials
0
This home had 100% fewer payment denials than the state average.
Ohio average:
0.5
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Jan 19, 2023
$21K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Cottingham Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
94.1%
↑ 4.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1,428,478
↓ ~$219K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4,154,008
↑ ~$332K vs 2022
Profit Margin
16.9%
↓ 1.4pp vs 2022
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