Located on Defiance Avenue, Vancrest of Hicksville is a nursing home in Hicksville, Ohio. It is owned by Jacob Gehl. The 34-bed home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families multiple ways to cover short-term rehabilitation or ongoing care. The community’s occupancy rate is 78%, with most residents staying an average of 122 days, including those in post-acute rehab and those receiving longer-term nursing care.
The facility offers inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, so Vancrest is a great choice for residents recovering from surgery, injury, or a hospital stay who need structured therapy and monitoring. Total nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 22 minutes per resident each day, ensuring consistent daily hands-on support. Staffing includes registered nurses, nursing aides, and licensed practical nurses, distributed throughout the day to meet residents’ needs.
Beyond rehabilitation, the home offers respite care for families who need temporary placement as their primary caregiver takes a break. Medical and nursing support is available 24 hours a day. Residents’ dining options include a selection of menus.
Hicksville’s walkability score is 56 out of 100. Some everyday errands can be handled on foot, while the rest require a short drive.



















