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Our editorial team analyzed 35 nursing homes in Cincinnati, OH using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in OH
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the OH Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableAL (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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Ohio average is: 54.7% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other OH nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 35 analyzed for Cincinnati. See how we rank facilities
The Home at Hearthstone provides nursing home, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Cincinnati, OH. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management. The community may be a good fit for someone whose needs include both ongoing nursing support and memory care.
There are 96 beds, with 95% occupied. Private and semi-private rooms give residents the choice of having a room to themselves or sharing with another resident. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 1 minute per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. A Walk Score of 60 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently.
Receive excellent and compassionate care from Beechwood Home, a thriving community in Cincinnati, OH, offering a variety of in-house medical services. Their community is designed to provide long-term care for residents facing the challenges of neurological disorders, helping them lead a comfortable and purposeful lifestyle. Access to physical, speech, and occupational therapy services is also available to ensure residents are well-equipped to maintain their highest functioning.
Dedicated to creating a vibrant and nurturing environment, their team also curates an array of therapeutic activities to enrich residents’ lives. Residents in need of compassionate hospice care receive the care and support they need from Beechwood Home’s trusted third-party providers. At Beechwood Home, residents can quietly enjoy their lives while receiving compassionate care and savoring vibrant experiences.
Overview of Sanctuary Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center
Sanctuary Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Cincinnati, OH. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing residential care, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Hospice care focuses on comfort near the end of life, palliative care supports comfort and symptom management during serious illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to a different community. The center has 124 beds and is 96% occupied, meaning most beds are filled.
Private rooms and shared rooms are available, giving a resident the choice of having a room alone or sharing with someone else. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 16 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nurse staffing time assigned per resident.
Serving the neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH since 1987, Alois Alzheimer Center is a well-established community, offering quality memory care services. They have five unique neighborhoods designed to help residents seamlessly transition as their needs evolve. Those in the early stages of dementia find comfort in their Woods unit with cozy common areas and activity spaces to help them stay active and connected with other residents.
Their revamped Meadows neighborhood is designed to accommodate residents in the early stages of Alzheimer’s, while the Terrace unit provides access to a therapy department. Residents with more advanced memory conditions receive access to specialized activities and BBET in their Commons unit. Lastly, their Gardens neighborhood offers a relaxing environment for those needing palliative and hospice care, ensuring residents are provided with the right support in every stage of their retirement life.
Twin Towers is a continuing care retirement community in Cincinnati, Ohio, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and nursing home care. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks. Memory care offers a secured, supervised setting, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Having these care levels in one community makes Twin Towers a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.
Twin Towers has 231 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several payment routes: Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 51 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.
In the College Hill neighborhood, Twin Towers has a walk score of 31. Most errands require a car or a ride. Kristie Stricker serves as the administrator.
Maple Knoll Village is a continuing care retirement community in Cincinnati, OH, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care with skilled nursing. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing offers licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Multiple care levels are available in one community. For a resident whose needs may grow over time, that can mean avoiding a move to another community. Maple Knoll Village has 80 beds and offers housing with one bedroom or two bedrooms, with the larger option suited to a couple moving together or to someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep their pets as part of the move.
Rehabilitation services provide therapy during recovery or for ongoing functional needs. Total nurse staffing is 3h 55m per resident/day, meaning the assigned nurse time averages 3 hours and 55 minutes of hands-on care per resident each day. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. The area has a Walk Score of 47 / 100 and is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.
Peacefully set near Hyde Park Golf & Country Club in Cincinnati, OH, Deupree House is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living and long-term care. Featuring cozy and specially designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures that residents are comfortable and safe. To help residents maintain their independence, the community handles the housekeeping and maintenance.
Residents make the most of their days with a carefully curated calendar of fun activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Accommodating residents’ dietary needs and preferences, flexible dining options are available in a restaurant-style setting. The community is ideal for those seeking independence in retirement without the busy work, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly environment.
Ohio Living Llanfair, located in the College Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH, operates as a CCRC that includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home services, and skilled nursing. With its 64 beds, the environment is more intimate, allowing staff and residents to become familiar with one another.
Independent living gives you a personal residence and community support, but staff will not assist with everyday care. Assisted living offers assistance with daily activities, including medication management and bathing and dressing, while you maintain your own apartment. A person who might wander may enter memory care, where the environment is secured and staff supervise. Nursing home care and skilled nursing both employ licensed nurses available on-site at all times. Since all the levels are present, advancing a level doesn’t imply leaving.
Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 55 minutes per resident each day. That’s the direct nursing care each resident receives. Short-term rehabilitation occurs on the premises, eliminating the need for transportation arrangements. Respite stays are brief, providing support for a family’s caregiver who is absent or recuperating.
Walk Score rates the location at 73, which is very walkable, allowing a resident who has ceased driving to handle most errands on foot. Within Llanfair, you’ll discover a beauty salon and its own fitness center. Studio housing serves as a personal living area, pets are allowed, and Molly Brown is the administrator.
Llanfair accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after an individual is discharged from the hospital, but not for an extended stay. Medicaid might become important when funds deplete for an extended stay, while private pay involves the family covering costs directly.
Sunrise Manor operates as a 78-bed nursing facility in Amelia, Ohio, focusing on round-the-clock skilled nursing alongside short-term respite care. Accommodations consist entirely of private rooms, granting each resident a personal space during their stay. Nursing staff members provide an average of three hours and thirty-six minutes of direct care per resident each day. Clinical support includes comprehensive rehabilitation programs for post-acute recovery and a dedicated ventilator unit equipped for specialized respiratory care.
Campus perks include chef-prepared meals, a hair salon, landscaped outdoor seating, and organized faith services. The activities director coordinates an ongoing event schedule alongside weekly van outings into the local area.
Interested families researching long-term nursing or temporary respite care can contact Sunrise Manor to discuss clinical eligibility and schedule a walk-through of the area.
Settled in the tranquil residential grounds of Riddle Road, Cincinnati, OH, Seven Acres Senior Living at Clifton is a venerable senior living community offering independent living, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Featuring 58 purposely designed accommodations for skilled care residents and 35 cozy apartments for independent living, the community ensures seniors have a wide selection to choose the right residence for their preferences. A team of responsible and specially trained professionals provides top-notch care and assistance around the clock for seniors to flourish and reach their potential.
Gain meaningful experiences and do the things you live with the utmost guidance from the community. Occupational, physical, and speech therapy, alongside wound care and social services, are provided to enhance seniors’ quality of life. Seven Acres Senior Living at Clifton is a good place to find all the care you require with its extensive amenities and comprehensive services.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.4/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cincinnati, OH. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:2.6/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cincinnati, OH. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.7/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cincinnati, OH. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Cincinnati, OH
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Ohio?
Assisted living in Ohio is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Ohio Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Ohio Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 35 nursing homes in Cincinnati, OH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Cincinnati, OH?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Cincinnati, OH, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Cincinnati, OH?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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