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Best Nursing Homes in Columbus, OH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 nursing homes in Columbus, OH using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in OH
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.9/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Columbus, 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: 3.7/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Columbus, 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: 2.9/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Columbus, 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.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

Compare Nursing Homes around Columbus (Metro Area)

The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.

9 facilities compared · CMS & OH Dept. of Health data

Worthington Christian Village
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Columbus (Olentangy High Bluffs)
40
Facility 40
OH AVG 78
Rank #265 / 323
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #133 / 211
+2%
5.68
Facility 5.68
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #8 / 210
+29%+60%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
11
Facility 11
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #29 / 210
5.5
Facility 5.5
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #167 / 210
-32A+
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 40
Rank #446 / 705
Lynn Borton
$3.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #195 / 210
$2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #175 / 210
70.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 70.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #8 / 210
365671
Westerwood
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Columbus (Northland)
75
Facility 75
OH AVG 78
Rank #162 / 323
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #105 / 211
+8%
4.39
Facility 4.39
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #26 / 210
+26%+24%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
16
Facility 16
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #50 / 210
2.3
Facility 2.3
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #19 / 210
-62-
26
Facility 26
OH AVG 40
Rank #489 / 705
United Church Homes Management, Inc
$8.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #57 / 210
$5.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #59 / 210
66.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 66.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #134 / 210
365399
Ohio Living Westminster – Thurber
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Columbus (Harrison West)
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 78
Rank #166 / 323
39.7%
Facility 39.7%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #206 / 211
-50%
5.17
Facility 5.17
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #13 / 210
+14%+46%
$14.7k
Facility $14.7k
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #159 / 211
22
Facility 22
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #80 / 210
3.7
Facility 3.7
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #82 / 210
230A+
71
Facility 71
OH AVG 40
Rank #62 / 705
Sydney Mcbride
$4.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #181 / 210
$2.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #187 / 210
65.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 65.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #100 / 210
365416
Wesley Glen Retirement Community
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
SNF
Columbus (Sharon Heights)
29
Facility 29
OH AVG 78
Rank #295 / 323
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #1 / 211
+27%
5.54
Facility 5.54
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #9 / 210
-26%+57%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #111 / 210
6.0
Facility 6.0
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #180 / 210
151-
81
Facility 81
OH AVG 40
Rank #22 / 705
Celia Conlon
$6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #132 / 210
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #113 / 210
78.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 78.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #61 / 210
365504
Crown Pointe Care Center
NH
MC
PC
SNF
Columbus (Colonial Hills)
90
Facility 90
OH AVG 78
Rank #113 / 323
98.9%
Facility 98.9%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #26 / 211
+26%
2.73
Facility 2.73
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #201 / 210
+5%-23%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
35
Facility 35
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #130 / 210
5.0
Facility 5.0
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #150 / 210
183A+
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 40
Rank #433 / 705
Amanda Meeks
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #118 / 210
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #120 / 210
50.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #105 / 210
365929
McNaughten Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
PC
SNF
Columbus (Far East)
124
Facility 124
OH AVG 78
Rank #43 / 323
84.1%
Facility 84.1%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #110 / 211
+7%
3.01
Facility 3.01
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #177 / 210
+68%-15%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
38
Facility 38
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #150 / 210
5.4
Facility 5.4
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #165 / 210
2109-
46
Facility 46
OH AVG 40
Rank #298 / 705
Michael Fatica
$18.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #24 / 210
$9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #25 / 210
48.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #109 / 210
365195
The Villas of Scioto
NH
HC
IL
Columbus (South Columbus)
47
Facility 47
OH AVG 78
Rank #240 / 323
90.4%
Facility 90.4%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #66 / 211
+15%
3.24
Facility 3.24
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #150 / 210
-24%-9%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
19
Facility 19
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #62 / 210
4.8
Facility 4.8
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #142 / 210
-44A+
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 40
Rank #433 / 705
-
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #196 / 210
$2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #197 / 210
68%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 68%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #37 / 210
366203
Willow Brook Christian Home
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Columbus (Olentangy High Bluffs)
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 78
Rank #227 / 323
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #133 / 211
+2%
3.93
Facility 3.93
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #53 / 210
+93%+11%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
26
Facility 26
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #99 / 210
5.2
Facility 5.2
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #160 / 210
143-
25
Facility 25
OH AVG 40
Rank #501 / 705
Phil Barth
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #171 / 210
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #149 / 210
88.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 88.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #19 / 210
365988
Columbus Alzheimer Care Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Columbus (Olentangy Commons)
99
Facility 99
OH AVG 78
Rank #77 / 323
98.6%
Facility 98.6%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #27 / 211
+25%
3.05
Facility 3.05
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #165 / 210
+24%-14%
$26.7k
Facility $26.7k
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #170 / 211
35
Facility 35
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #130 / 210
5.8
Facility 5.8
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #176 / 210
298-
45
Facility 45
OH AVG 40
Rank #310 / 705
-
$9.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #91 / 210
$4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #130 / 210
50.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #189 / 210
365839
Overview of Helen Purcell

Known to be the home where legendary care and authentic love are received, Hellen Purcell is one of Zanesville premier assisted living communities. For over 135 years, the community has provided fantastic resort-style living for many families over the years. Hellen Purcell is the home where residents continue to live purposeful lives through an innovative, modern, dignified approach.

The lifestyle at Hellen Purcell is focused on its residents’ comfort and stability, ensuring they receive full support for a stress-free living. Staff provides memory care support, therapy services, and long-term stays; while residents get to enjoy seamless access to lounge areas, recreational rooms, and the dining room.

Contact Helen Purcell

Overview of Brookdale Lakeview Crossing

Peacefully nestled in Groveport, Ohio, Brookdale Lakeview Crossing offers a blend of comfort and care with its assisted living and memory care options. Situated just a short distance from Columbus, residents enjoy the tranquility of a small-town setting paired with easy access to urban amenities. The community provides personalized assistance, including help with daily tasks like dressing and navigating the grounds, ensuring a supportive environment that fosters independence. Seniors relish the pet-friendly, naturally lit apartments and the convenience of included utilities, housekeeping, and laundry services.

With 24/7 emergency response and chef-prepared meals served restaurant-style, residents can savor a worry-free lifestyle. Brookdale Lakeview Crossing enriches daily life with a variety of engaging activities designed to inspire creativity, promote physical well-being, and nurture social connections. From movie nights and crafting sessions to organized outings, there are activities tailored to every interest and ability level. For residents in our memory care program, specially crafted activities provide a stable, calming atmosphere ideal for enhancing quality of life. With access to Brookdale HealthPlus services on-site, including preventive care and chronic condition management, residents and their families can rest assured knowing comprehensive healthcare needs are met, further enhancing peace of mind and well-being.

Contact Brookdale Lakeview Crossing

Overview of Wexner Heritage Village – Creekside at the Village

Offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere, Wexner Heritage Village’s Creekside at the Village ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. The senior living home specializing in independent living and assisted living care creates a vibrant atmosphere for seniors to maintain their independence and individuality. Wexner’s residential life focuses on its residents’ holistic wellness to optimize their fullest potential.

Community amenities help residents do as they please, thanks to services such as housekeeping, physical therapy, memory care, restaurant-style dining, maintenance-free living, short-term stays available, spiritual programs, specialized activities, and educational and social engagements.

Contact Wexner Heritage Village – Creekside at The Village

Overview of Minerva Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Minerva Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Columbus, Ohio, that provides nursing care and rehabilitation services. Located on Cleveland Avenue, the community has a single-story setting.

With a Walk Score of 70, the community’s surrounding area has good walkability, which allows residents to access amenities and services on foot. This is also convenient for visiting families.

To learn more about the Minerva Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center’s specific services, programs, staffing, amenities, and care options, families are advised to reach out directly to the community or conduct an in-person visit.

Contact Minerva Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Nelson Park Care Center

Nelson Park Care Center is a welcoming nursing home community in Columbus, OH, that offers personal care. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life, providing top-tier support for their daily living activities around the clock. Light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections through a variety of engaging activities and light exercises. Medication management and transportation services are also available, so residents can take their medications on time and travel to their appointments with ease. The community continuously promotes a nurturing environment to ensure residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of St Raphaels Home for Aged

Located on Roxbury Road in Columbus, Ohio, St Raphaels Home for Aged is a nursing home about 5 miles south of the city center. It serves older adults who require skilled nursing care and assistance with all activities of daily living. This includes personal care, bathing, dressing, and meal support. There’s 24-hour staffing to provide nursing and medical oversight for residents who cannot safely live independently or in assisted living settings.

St Raphaels’ neighborhood has a Walkability Score of 57 out of 100, so some errands can be handled on foot while most trips will require a car. The moderate walkability can be convenient for visiting family members who live nearby and visit regularly without relying entirely on transit.

Families considering St Raphaels Home for Aged should take a tour of the facility to understand its daily environment and learn about its specific programs, staffing, care services, and pricing. A tour also allows families to meet the nursing and care staff and see the living spaces where seniors would spend their time.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating

Columbus Nursing Home Facilities Overview

  • Avg payroll costs: $4,165,145.26 (Ohio avg: $3,530,085.16)
  • Avg home costs: $5,379,450.30 (Ohio avg: $4,941,409.10)
  • Avg occupancy: 86.59% (Ohio avg: 82.02%)
  • Avg bed count: 104 (Ohio avg: 97)
  • Avg home revenue: $11,042,505.67 (Ohio avg: $9,346,875.86)

Community-level financial and occupancy data

  • GARDEN REHAB & HEALTH CARE AT VICTOR: 87.50% occupancy, 104 beds, $9,686,804.00 home revenue, $3,547,223.00 payroll costs, $6,298,510.00 home costs.
  • COLUMBUS HEALTHCARE CENTER: 95.60% occupancy, 100 beds, $10,843,055.00 home revenue, $3,597,189.00 payroll costs, $5,495,510.00 home costs.
  • CROWN POINTE CARE CENTER: 93.56% occupancy, 90 beds, $9,810,582.00 home revenue, $4,472,637.00 payroll costs, $3,682,852.00 home costs.
  • SCIOTO POINTE: 90.61% occupancy, 99 beds, $7,777,190.00 home revenue, $3,651,526.00 payroll costs, $3,157,613.00 home costs.
  • FOREST HILLS CENTER: 95.87% occupancy, 75 beds, $7,504,107.00 home revenue, $2,846,406.00 payroll costs, $4,010,992.00 home costs.
  • WEST PARK CARE CENTER LLC: 87.88% occupancy, 99 beds, $8,845,691.00 home revenue, $3,224,168.00 payroll costs, $4,891,279.00 home costs.
  • WESLEY GLEN HEALTH SERVICES CORP: 73.85% occupancy, 65 beds, $8,343,758.00 home revenue, $3,444,149.00 payroll costs, $4,846,747.00 home costs.
  • WHETSTONE CARE CENTER: 82.00% occupancy, 145 beds, $14,962,743.00 home revenue, $4,786,080.00 payroll costs, $6,643,855.00 home costs.
  • MOTHER ANGELINE MCCRORY MANOR: 88.89% occupancy, 126 beds, $15,269,637.00 home revenue, $7,043,477.00 payroll costs, $9,231,869.00 home costs.
  • MAJESTIC CARE OF COLUMBUS: 62.92% occupancy, 120 beds, $10,425,456.00 home revenue, $3,819,894.00 payroll costs, $7,105,930.00 home costs.
  • MOHUN HEALTH CARE CENTER: 98.33% occupancy, 72 beds, $7,853,764.00 home revenue, $4,444,983.00 payroll costs, $4,770,683.00 home costs.
  • BELLA TERRACE REAHAB & NURSING CENT: 92.71% occupancy, 97 beds, $9,137,151.00 home revenue, $2,793,418.00 payroll costs, $3,879,466.00 home costs.
View Chart Data Table
MetricColumbusOhio
Avg payroll costs$4,165,145.26$3,530,085.16
Avg home costs$5,379,450.30$4,941,409.10
Avg occupancy86.59%82.02%
Avg bed count10497
Avg home revenue$11,042,505.67$9,346,875.86
CommunityOccupancyBedsHome RevenuePayroll CostsHome CostsMedicareMedicaidPrivate Pay
GARDEN REHAB & HEALTH CARE AT VICTOR87.50%104$9,686,804.00$3,547,223.00$6,298,510.003.12%39.28%57.60%
COLUMBUS HEALTHCARE CENTER95.60%100$10,843,055.00$3,597,189.00$5,495,510.003.05%65.47%31.48%
CROWN POINTE CARE CENTER93.56%90$9,810,582.00$4,472,637.00$3,682,852.004.52%18.94%76.54%
SCIOTO POINTE90.61%99$7,777,190.00$3,651,526.00$3,157,613.000.16%41.45%58.39%
FOREST HILLS CENTER95.87%75$7,504,107.00$2,846,406.00$4,010,992.003.13%21.98%74.89%
WEST PARK CARE CENTER LLC87.88%99$8,845,691.00$3,224,168.00$4,891,279.003.73%16.48%79.79%
WESLEY GLEN HEALTH SERVICES CORP73.85%65$8,343,758.00$3,444,149.00$4,846,747.0013.07%10.19%76.74%
WHETSTONE CARE CENTER82.00%145$14,962,743.00$4,786,080.00$6,643,855.008.43%19.44%72.13%
MOTHER ANGELINE MCCRORY MANOR88.89%126$15,269,637.00$7,043,477.00$9,231,869.0011.11%16.36%72.53%
MAJESTIC CARE OF COLUMBUS62.92%120$10,425,456.00$3,819,894.00$7,105,930.002.20%87.17%10.63%
MOHUN HEALTH CARE CENTER98.33%72$7,853,764.00$4,444,983.00$4,770,683.005.72%13.53%80.75%
BELLA TERRACE REAHAB & NURSING CENT92.71%97$9,137,151.00$2,793,418.00$3,879,466.003.46%89.06%7.48%
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Columbus, 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 16 nursing homes in Columbus, OH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Columbus, 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 Columbus, 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 Columbus, 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.