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Our editorial team analyzed 249 nursing homes in OH using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in OH
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.
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: 55.6% 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.
$6.8M*Fiscal year ending 10/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$5.3M*Fiscal year ending 10/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
79%*Fiscal year ending 10/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
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 249 on this page. See how we rank facilities
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.
Discover an exceptional living experience at Saint Margaret Hall in Cincinnati, OH, where residents benefit from skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, and respite care services. The dedicated team is committed to ensuring that every resident enjoys a broad range of services and access to a diverse array of activities tailored to their residents’ interests.
At Saint Margaret Hall, residents can take advantage of convenient onsite services, including access to medical appointments, home-style dining, and a well-stocked shop for everyday necessities. The community also features an exciting calendar of events, offering options such as movie nights, cooking classes, gardening, yoga, and walking groups. Experience the warmth, hospitality, and vibrant community spirit at Saint Margaret Hall where every day is an opportunity for connection and enrichment.
Overview of Hillebrand Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Hillebrand Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located in Cincinnati’s Montfort Heights neighborhood, has offered memory care, respite options, skilled nursing, and hospice services since 1967. The 108-bed location features a secured environment to support residents who wander, while respite stays give family caregivers brief breaks. Hands-on nursing time averages 3 hours and 19 minutes per resident daily. Facility features include outpatient therapy, speech-language services, whirlpool spas, an on-site salon, scheduled transportation, and a pet-friendly policy.
Director Brandy Masminster Wenning leads the facility, which accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds. A walk score of 69 allows residents who do not drive to complete select errands nearby on foot.
Interested families searching for adaptable long-term support or short-term rehabilitative services can contact Hillebrand Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to explore current options.
Serving older adults in Sidney, Ohio, Momentous Health at Sidney is a skilled nursing community with 51 beds located on Buckeye Avenue. Owned by Gary Mitrisin, it specializes in short-term rehabilitation and recovery following surgery, illness, or injury, with residents staying an average of 52 days. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and is situated in a somewhat walkable neighborhood.
Clinical care includes an on-site physician, rehabilitation and respite services, and approximately three hours of daily nursing care provided by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants.
To support overall well-being, older adults can participate in gardening, art programs, and community celebrations. A beauty salon, outdoor recreation areas, comfortable gathering spaces, and nutritious shared meals further encourage an active and engaging daily routine.
Enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle within a serene setting at Windsor House at Champion, a blissful senior living community in Warren, OH that offers an array of compassionate services. Residents enjoy access to long-term care, respite and short-term rehabilitation stays, memory care, and hospice care. With beautifully designed accommodations, residents can comfortably enjoy their personal time with utmost safety and convenience.
In addition to tailored care plans, residents are offered vibrant programs and activities, such as games, movies, celebrations, and more to keep residents happy and busy. Convenient services, such as housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance are also available to give residents a carefree living experience. At Windsor House at Champion, everyone is bound to enjoy their lives on their own terms and with utmost convenience.
Overview of Cedars of Lebanon Rehabilitation & Nursing Care
Get the love and care you deserve at Cedars Of Lebanon, a compassionate senior care provider based in Lebanon, OH, offering short-term rehabilitation, long-term care and respite stays. Boasting years of experience, the community ensures highest-quality expert medical and recovery treatments. Compassionate support and expert care are provided by a well-trained and tenured team of nurses available to meet residents’ needs 24/7.
The community enhances residents’ recovery experience with a comprehensive activity schedule and interesting amenities. Residents can also choose to stay comfortable and connected at the comforts of their accommodation with WiFi, in-room phone service and an in-suite flat-screen TV with cable available. An on-site beauty shop also provides relaxing pampering moments or social time with friends while getting a new look. Here, residents experience care that goes above and beyond.
Peacefully set in the harmonious neighborhood of Columbus, OH, Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber is a trusted community that offers assisted living. Alongside cozy and purposely built studio to two-bedroom floor plans, exceptional care is provided 24/7 to ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Housekeeping and laundry services are also available, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.
Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. With restaurant-style dining, residents enjoy mealtimes that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and basic utilities are also provided for residents’ convenience. This pet-friendly community creates the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years happily.
Vancrest of New Carlisle provides nursing home, nursing care, skilled nursing, assisted living, hospice care, and respite care in New Carlisle, Ohio. Nursing home, nursing care, and skilled nursing support residents who require clinical care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps their own apartment.
Hospice care addresses end of life needs, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs time away. The range of care may suit a resident whose needs change over time. The home has 41 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents can get to know each other.
Occupancy is 100 percent, meaning all of the home’s beds are filled. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 59 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation are available, so rehabilitation services can be provided both to people staying in the community and to those attending without an inpatient stay.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers skilled care for a limited period after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. Brenda Newman serves as the administrator.
A Walk Score of 49 places the area in the car dependent band, so most errands require a car or a ride for residents who no longer drive.
Shepherd of the Valley, Liberty offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Girard, Ohio. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care. Memory care is secured and supervised, and nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, while respite care can suit a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement. With 39 beds, the community is smaller, giving staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other.
Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicaid is relevant when savings may not cover a long stay, Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, and private pay means the family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 3h 54m per resident per day, representing the documented daily hands on nurse staffing time associated with each resident.
Cory Parish serves as the administrator. Restaurant style dining features meals prepared daily by the culinary team, with resident feedback used to create weekly menus. Rehabilitation services are available, and residents can attend religious services at the community.
Momentous Health at Vandalia serves the Vandalia, Ohio community with nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, and respite options. A dedicated memory care section features a secured environment for individuals needing extra supervision, while temporary respite stays support primary caregivers requiring a break.
The center operates 118 beds under the leadership of director Brandy Hummel. Registered nursing time averages 2 hours and 29 minutes per resident daily across the community. On-site offerings include physical therapy, a beauty salon, structured art activities, and a gardening club.
Prospective representatives can contact Momentous Health at Vandalia to plan a walkthrough, discuss current openings, or explore coverage options.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Ohio
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 249 nursing homes in Ohio. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Ohio?
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 Ohio, 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 Ohio?
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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Nursing Homes in Ohio at a glance
Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.2/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Ohio. 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:2.4/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Ohio. 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:2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Ohio. 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
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