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Best Nursing Homes in Ohio

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 207 nursing homes in Ohio 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: 3.2/ 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

Compare Nursing Homes around Ohio

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

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

Cottingham Retirement Community
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
PC
RC
Cincinnati (Sharonville)
128
Facility 128
OH AVG 78
Rank #36 / 323
45.3%
Facility 45.3%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #203 / 211
-42%
2.78
Facility 2.78
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #198 / 210
-48%-21%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
22
Facility 22
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #80 / 210
3.7
Facility 3.7
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #82 / 210
258A+
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 40
Rank #223 / 705
-
$7.5M
Facility $7.5M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #140 / 210
$3.7M
Facility $3.7M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #157 / 210
49.3%
Facility 49.3%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #148 / 210
365652
Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehab Center
NH
NC
Akron (Cascade Valley)
155
Facility 155
OH AVG 78
Rank #12 / 323
94.8%
Facility 94.8%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #41 / 211
+20%
2.66
Facility 2.66
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #201 / 210
-39%-25%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
21
Facility 21
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #72 / 210
3.5
Facility 3.5
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #67 / 210
-140A+
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 40
Rank #649 / 705
Foundations Health LLC
$14.2M
Facility $14.2M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #48 / 210
$9.0M
Facility $9.0M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #27 / 210
63.4%
Facility 63.4%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #34 / 210
365134
Meadow Grove Transitional Care
NH
NC
PC
Grove City (Blue Star Drive)
99
Facility 99
OH AVG 78
Rank #77 / 323
96.0%
Facility 96.0%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #32 / 211
+22%
2.98
Facility 2.98
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #177 / 210
+4%-16%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
20
Facility 20
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #65 / 210
4.0
Facility 4.0
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #95 / 210
-89A+
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 40
Rank #674 / 705
Valerie Kettell
$11.6M
Facility $11.6M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #73 / 210
$6.0M
Facility $6.0M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #82 / 210
51.8%
Facility 51.8%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #160 / 210
366446
Beachwood Commons by New Perspective
NH
AL
IL
MC
Beachwood
120
Facility 120
OH AVG 78
Rank #49 / 323
80.7%
Facility 80.7%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #129 / 211
+3%
3.24
Facility 3.24
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #150 / 210
-63%-8%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
44
Facility 44
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #167 / 210
4.0
Facility 4.0
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #95 / 210
-105A+
15
Facility 15
OH AVG 40
Rank #586 / 705
Beachwood Holdco LLC
$11.1M
Facility $11.1M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #122 / 210
$5.1M
Facility $5.1M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #89 / 210
46.6%
Facility 46.6%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #31 / 210
365071
Brookdale Westlake Village
NH
AL
IL
MC
Westlake
60
Facility 60
OH AVG 78
Rank #190 / 323
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #30 / 211
+23%
4.38
Facility 4.38
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #26 / 210
+18%+24%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #11 / 210
1.3
Facility 1.3
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #2 / 210
-62A+
25
Facility 25
OH AVG 40
Rank #501 / 705
Labeed Diab
$20.1M
Facility $20.1M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #77 / 210
$10.2M
Facility $10.2M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #15 / 210
50.8%
Facility 50.8%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #5 / 210
366373
Laurels of Norworth
NH
AL
HC
MC
Worthington (Worthington Estates East)
126
Facility 126
OH AVG 78
Rank #39 / 323
84.1%
Facility 84.1%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #110 / 211
+7%
3.62
Facility 3.62
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #85 / 210
+18%+2%
$51.9k
Facility $51.9k
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #181 / 211
45
Facility 45
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #168 / 210
4.5
Facility 4.5
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #127 / 210
3111A+
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 40
Rank #254 / 705
Thomas Widney
$12.2M
Facility $12.2M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #39 / 210
$8.4M
Facility $8.4M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #36 / 210
68.5%
Facility 68.5%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #81 / 210
365222
Elizabeth Scott Community
NH
AL
MC
Maumee
60
Facility 60
OH AVG 78
Rank #190 / 323
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #92 / 211
+10%
3.52
Facility 3.52
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #99 / 210
-64%-1%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
9
Facility 9
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #23 / 210
2.3
Facility 2.3
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #19 / 210
-55A+
0
Facility 0
OH AVG 40
Rank #687 / 705
Elizabeth Scott, Inc
$6.7M
Facility $6.7M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #147 / 210
$3.2M
Facility $3.2M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #133 / 210
48%
Facility 48%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #59 / 210
366184
Clovernook Health Care LLC
NH
RC
Cincinnati (College Hill)
126
Facility 126
OH AVG 78
Rank #39 / 323
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #98 / 211
+9%
3.55
Facility 3.55
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #99 / 210
-34%0%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
38
Facility 38
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #150 / 210
2.5
Facility 2.5
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #27 / 210
1106A+
18
Facility 18
OH AVG 40
Rank #561 / 705
Clovernook Healthcare Holdings LLC
$12.9M
Facility $12.9M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #53 / 210
$5.9M
Facility $5.9M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #48 / 210
45.8%
Facility 45.8%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #105 / 210
365551
Worthington Christian Village
NH
AL
IL
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
$3.8M
Facility $3.8M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #195 / 210
$2.7M
Facility $2.7M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #175 / 210
70.5%
Facility 70.5%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #8 / 210
365671
Mount Washington Care Center
NH
Cincinnati (Fruit Hill)
129
Facility 129
OH AVG 78
Rank #33 / 323
54.3%
Facility 54.3%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #197 / 211
-31%
3.25
Facility 3.25
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #150 / 210
+75%-8%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
39
Facility 39
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #156 / 210
4.9
Facility 4.9
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #147 / 210
169A+
32
Facility 32
OH AVG 40
Rank #427 / 705
Edith Olanoff 2011 Trust Dated 10/21/2011
$8.9M
Facility $8.9M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #94 / 210
$5.8M
Facility $5.8M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #61 / 210
65.2%
Facility 65.2%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #35 / 210
365423
O‘Neill Healthcare Fairview Park
NH
HC
Fairview Park
118
Facility 118
OH AVG 78
Rank #54 / 323
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #139 / 211
-2%
3.20
Facility 3.20
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #150 / 210
-22%-10%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
11
Facility 11
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #29 / 210
1.8
Facility 1.8
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #9 / 210
-99A+
66
Facility 66
OH AVG 40
Rank #94 / 705
Jenna Elliott
$11.7M
Facility $11.7M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #58 / 210
$5.3M
Facility $5.3M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #109 / 210
45%
Facility 45%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #198 / 210
366428
The Laurels of Worthington
NH
MC
PC
RC
Worthington (North High Street)
95
Facility 95
OH AVG 78
Rank #96 / 323
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #42 / 211
+20%
3.82
Facility 3.82
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #60 / 210
-37%+8%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
36
Facility 36
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #137 / 210
4.5
Facility 4.5
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #127 / 210
-88A+
55
Facility 55
OH AVG 40
Rank #198 / 705
Jessica Tonnesen
$10.0M
Facility $10.0M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #72 / 210
$6.6M
Facility $6.6M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #68 / 210
65.6%
Facility 65.6%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #112 / 210
365256
Harmony Court Rehab and Nursing
NH
MC
NC
PC
RC
Cincinnati (Bond Hill)
120
Facility 120
OH AVG 78
Rank #49 / 323
89.2%
Facility 89.2%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #75 / 211
+13%
3.23
Facility 3.23
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #150 / 210
+50%-9%
$100.9k
Facility $100.9k
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #190 / 211
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #207 / 210
8.6
Facility 8.6
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #204 / 210
1106A+
40
Facility 40
OH AVG 40
Rank #364 / 705
Linda Combs
$11.2M
Facility $11.2M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #84 / 210
$5.3M
Facility $5.3M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #75 / 210
47.3%
Facility 47.3%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #110 / 210
366220
Woods Edge Rehab and Nursing
NH
NC
PC
RC
Cincinnati (Bond Hill)
93
Facility 93
OH AVG 78
Rank #100 / 323
80.6%
Facility 80.6%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #130 / 211
+2%
3.26
Facility 3.26
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #131 / 210
-45%-8%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #175 / 210
4.2
Facility 4.2
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #111 / 210
179A+
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 40
Rank #223 / 705
Howe Holdings LLC
$8.3M
Facility $8.3M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #136 / 210
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #146 / 210
53.7%
Facility 53.7%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #127 / 210
366209
Villa Springfield Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
NH
MC
RC
Springfield (Oakwood Village)
110
Facility 110
OH AVG 78
Rank #61 / 323
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
OH AVG 78.7%
Rank #107 / 211
+7%
2.87
Facility 2.87
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #190 / 210
+12%-19%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 211
21
Facility 21
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #72 / 210
3.5
Facility 3.5
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #67 / 210
-91A+
46
Facility 46
OH AVG 40
Rank #298 / 705
Dawn Barone
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
OH AVG $10.1M
Rank #69 / 210
$4.7M
Facility $4.7M
OH AVG $3.9M
Rank #108 / 210
44.5%
Facility 44.5%
OH AVG 40.2%
Rank #192 / 210
365829
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Overview of Baldwin Manor Nursing Home

Baldwin Manor Nursing Home is a compassionate nursing home in Cleveland, OH, that offers specialized care. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, exceptional support is provided for their healthcare needs. Accessible amenities and specially designed rooms are also available, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe.

Recreational activities and wellness programs are conducted to ensure residents remain active and socially connected. Therapeutic services are also available to enrich residents’ living experiences. Accompanied by its comprehensive care options, this nursing home ensures residents can live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of Greenridge Assisted Living

Set in the neighborhood of Millersburg, OH, Greenridge Assisted Living is a peaceful community that offers compassionate assisted living and memory care services. Residents in need of assistance with their daily living activities enjoy reliable support from a team of passionate caregivers. The community also offers more personal support and a specially-trained team for residents living with memory loss, helping them lead comfortable lives despite their condition.

Residents here enjoy loving care within a supportive environment that allows them to connect more and live more. With their enhanced therapeutic, social, or recreational activities, every resident enjoys an enriching lifestyle despite their different interests and lifestyle needs. The community also has emergency response systems to make sure residents have access to the services they need at any time of the day.

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Overview of Altercare Majora Lane

Experience unmatched care and assistance with the outstanding senior living community of Altercare Majora Lane in Majora Lane, Millersburg, OH, providing a variety of care services including skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care, palliative care, and respite care. Seniors can rest assured of improving their well-being with a team of kind and certified professionals caring for their needs and aspirations around the clock. Moreover, the community doubles its efforts to devise tailored care plans to ensure seniors are well-cared for.

The community also provides transportation to medical appointments for residents’ convenience. Onsite salon and barber services are also available to keep residents looking good and uplift their moods. Altercare Majora Lane is a good place where seniors can find the care and assistance they need all in one place.

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Overview of The Grand of Dublin

Tucked in the harmonious neighborhood of John Shields Parkway, Dublin, OH, The Grand of Dublin is an astounding senior living community providing rehabilitation and therapy, skilled nursing, memory care, respite care, and hospice care. Enjoy comfort and convenience within the carefully crafted and spacious residences of The Grand of Dublin in variation of private and semi-private rooms. The community strives to deliver the highest quality of care and support for seniors to thrive and reach their full potential.

Enjoy a wide array of engaging activities and exciting programs for leisure and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Surrounded by stunning landscapes and serene spaces, The Grand of Dublin is great for seniors seeking to live a relaxing retirement.

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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.

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Overview of Cedarview Rehabilitation & Nursing Care

Located in Lebanon, OH, Cedarview Rehabilitation & Living Center is a premier senior care provider, offering short-term care, long-term care, memory care, and respite stays. Residents have peace of mind, knowing they are in good hands with a team of nurses and care professionals with years of experience in hands-on care. The community works closely with residents, their families, or guardians in creating a personalized care plan that fully understands residents’ pain points.

The community ensures residents have a pleasant healing and recovery journey with well-designed suites and lounges. Custom care plans are complemented with a variety of activities and events, such as weekly excursions, religious services, and daily activities, promoting a vibrant everyday life. Residents are sure to enjoy an exquisite dining experience with gourmet meals tailored to their dietary preferences and requirements. Amenities like an on-site beauty salon and beautiful outdoor spaces add to residents’ healing experience.

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Overview of Judson Park

Nestled in the serene, tree-lined streets of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Judson Park is a vibrant and inviting retirement community embodying tranquility and warmth. Offering a diverse range of senior care services tailored to individual lifestyles, Judson Park is a haven for those seeking a fulfilling and engaging retirement experience, with living options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The amenities and services at Judson Park are thoughtfully curated to enhance residents’ lives, offering a picturesque blend of tranquility and cultural energy as the community overlooks Cleveland’s skyline.

Residents at Judson Park relish the freedom to shape their way of living while also benefiting from comprehensive healthcare services when needed. The community facilitates independent living with personalized care and support, ensuring residents maintain their autonomy while receiving the necessary assisted living services. For individuals grappling with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, Judson Park establishes a secure memory care community, enveloping residents in a warm and welcoming atmosphere that encourages engagement and provides tailored support. Located just minutes away from University Circle, residents enjoy access to a rich tapestry of art, music, education, and philanthropic attractions. The quiet residential neighborhood of Chestnut Hills serves as a serene backdrop for this senior living oasis, allowing residents to experience a genuinely engaging lifestyle in the historic community of Cleveland Heights.

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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
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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 207 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.