Page 6 of Best Nursing Homes in Ohio

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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.

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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 Table AL (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.
Shepherd of the Valley-Poland ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Poland
66
Facility 66
OH AVG 83
Rank #111 / 184
?
39.4%
Facility 39.4%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #151 / 154
-54%
3.71
Facility 3.71
OH AVG 3.45
Rank #53 / 174
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +94%+8%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #1 / 176
7
Facility 7
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #10 / 176
1.4
Facility 1.4
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #5 / 176
126-
46
Facility 46
OH AVG 42
Rank #100 / 231
Diane Chermerly Tanner
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.7M
Rank #164 / 171
$2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #160 / 171
66.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 66.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.6%
Rank #26 / 171
366453
Avenue at Strongsville Care and Rehabilitation Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Strongsville
99
Facility 99
OH AVG 83
Rank #49 / 184
C-
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #55 / 154
+8%
2.54
Facility 2.54
OH AVG 3.45
Rank #165 / 174
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +90%-26%
$27.3k
Facility $27.3k
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #148 / 176
24
Facility 24
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #41 / 176
3.0
Facility 3.0
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #14 / 176
291-
75
Facility 75
OH AVG 42
Rank #15 / 231
Strongsville Fk Healthcare Holdings LLC
$9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.7M
Rank #70 / 171
$4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #106 / 171
44.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.6%
Rank #155 / 171
366491
Falling Water Healthcare Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
SNF
Strongsville (Orange)
135
Facility 135
OH AVG 83
Rank #23 / 184
B+
75.3%
Facility 75.3%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #125 / 154
-11%
3.43
Facility 3.43
OH AVG 3.45
Rank #81 / 174
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -24%0%
$10.8k
Facility $10.8k
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #132 / 176
20
Facility 20
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #60 / 176
2.9
Facility 2.9
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #31 / 176
2102-
22
Facility 22
OH AVG 42
Rank #180 / 231
Collena Rhodes
$9.3MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $9.3MFiscal year ending 03/2024
OH AVG $9.7M
Rank #81 / 171
$4.8MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 03/2024
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #92 / 171
51%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 51%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
OH AVG 55.6%
Rank #104 / 171
366111
Pine Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Morrow
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 83
Rank #134 / 184
B-
96.6%
Facility 96.6%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #26 / 154
+14%
2.50
Facility 2.50
OH AVG 3.45
Rank #165 / 174
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +29%-27%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #1 / 176
28
Facility 28
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #76 / 176
5.6
Facility 5.6
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #143 / 176
-48-
19
Facility 19
OH AVG 42
Rank #188 / 231
-
$3.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.7M
Rank #162 / 171
$2.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #164 / 171
57.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.6%
Rank #66 / 171
365878
Shaker Gardens Assisted Living ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Shaker Heights
124
Facility 124
OH AVG 83
Rank #32 / 184
?
38.7%
Facility 38.7%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #152 / 154
-54%
2.81
Facility 2.81
OH AVG 3.45
Rank #152 / 174
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -1%-18%
$18.3k
Facility $18.3k
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #142 / 176
17
Facility 17
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #47 / 176
2.8
Facility 2.8
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #28 / 176
-48-
15
Facility 15
OH AVG 42
Rank #201 / 231
Shaker Gardens Management LLC
$9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.7M
Rank #84 / 171
$4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #85 / 171
53.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.6%
Rank #92 / 171
366021
Main Street Terrace Care Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
HOS
RC
Lancaster
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 83
Rank #134 / 184
B-
92.8%
Facility 92.8%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #49 / 154
+9%
3.90
Facility 3.90
OH AVG 3.45
Rank #36 / 174
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -44%+13%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #1 / 176
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #96 / 176
10.0
Facility 10.0
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #174 / 176
146-
64
Facility 64
OH AVG 42
Rank #44 / 231
Peggy Dupler
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.7M
Rank #147 / 171
$2.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #152 / 171
51.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.6%
Rank #103 / 171
366016
The Laurels of Worthington ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Worthington
95
Facility 95
OH AVG 83
Rank #65 / 184
B+
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #35 / 154
+11%
3.83
Facility 3.83
OH AVG 3.45
Rank #46 / 174
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -37%+11%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #1 / 176
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #99 / 176
6.2
Facility 6.2
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #150 / 176
-90A+
55
Facility 55
OH AVG 42
Rank #70 / 231
Jessica Tonnesen
$10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.7M
Rank #67 / 171
$6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #40 / 171
65.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 65.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.6%
Rank #28 / 171
365256
Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehab Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Akron (Cascade Valley)
155
Facility 155
OH AVG 83
Rank #9 / 184
B+
94.8%
Facility 94.8%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #34 / 154
+12%
2.55
Facility 2.55
OH AVG 3.45
Rank #165 / 174
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -39%-26%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #1 / 176
23
Facility 23
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #76 / 176
4.6
Facility 4.6
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #74 / 176
-147A+
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 42
Rank #223 / 231
Foundations Health LLC
$14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.7M
Rank #24 / 171
$9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #13 / 171
63.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 63.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.6%
Rank #36 / 171
365134
Meadow Grove Transitional Care ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
PC
SNF
Grove City
99
Facility 99
OH AVG 83
Rank #49 / 184
A
96.0%
Facility 96.0%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #30 / 154
+13%
2.92
Facility 2.92
OH AVG 3.45
Rank #144 / 174
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +4%-15%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #1 / 176
20
Facility 20
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #60 / 176
4.0
Facility 4.0
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #74 / 176
-95A+-Valerie Kettell
$11.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.7M
Rank #43 / 171
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #46 / 171
51.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.6%
Rank #99 / 171
366446
Heather Hill Care Communities ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Chardon
161
Facility 161
OH AVG 83
Rank #8 / 184
A
82.6%
Facility 82.6%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #111 / 154
-3%
3.22
Facility 3.22
OH AVG 3.45
Rank #107 / 174
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +3%-7%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #1 / 176
12
Facility 12
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #25 / 176
3.0
Facility 3.0
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #35 / 176
-133--Michelle Hoffman
$18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.7M
Rank #12 / 171
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #9 / 171
54%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.6%
Rank #86 / 171
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Overview of Shepherd of the Valley-Poland

Shepherd of the Valley-Poland offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Poland, OH. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while independent living provides private living without daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Having multiple care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs change over time, while the range of services may also fit a family seeking either ongoing care or temporary support. The community has 66 beds.

Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is a specific program, and rehabilitation services give residents access to recovery support as part of their care. Total nurse staffing is 3h 43m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options are Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay; Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Shepherd of the Valley-Poland may be a good fit for a family seeking several care levels or short-term respite care in the same community.

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Overview of Avenue at Strongsville Care and Rehabilitation Center

Avenue at Strongsville Care and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Strongsville, Ohio. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Hospice care supports end of life needs, palliative care focuses on relieving symptoms and discomfort, and respite care provides a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs time away.

The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family caregiver who needs temporary support. There are 99 beds, which tells families the community’s available residential capacity without implying a particular community size. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay.

Total nurse staffing is 2 hours 32 minutes per resident per day, representing the nursing time allocated to each resident across a day. A Walk Score of 75 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Avenue at Strongsville Care and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Falling Water Healthcare Center

Focusing on skilled nursing and rehabilitation, Falling Water Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Strongsville, Ohio, with a 135-bed capacity. Private and semi-private rooms are also provided in a two-story setting, offering older adults with various options to match their preferences. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided, along with hospice and respite services. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, offering multiple payment options.

With a current occupancy of 64.3%, the community’s average length of stay is around 181 days. Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and CNAs also provide care based on residents’ needs. Cars are also required to access most amenities and services, as it is set in a car-dependent area on Falling Water Road. Falling Water Healthcare Center also features an active resident council that oversees activities and community policies.

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Overview of Pine Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Nestled in the beautiful setting of Morrow, OH, Pine Ridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is an exceptional nursing home that offers long-term care and rehabilitation. With its nurturing environment, residents can keep their peace of mind during their stay. High-quality care is also provided 24/7 to meet residents’ healthcare needs, helping them recover with ease.

Social events and light exercises are conducted, providing residents with more opportunities for leisure and wellness. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also available to enrich residents’ living experiences. This nursing home has a wide range of care options and state-of-the-art amenities, making it a good choice for a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Shaker Gardens Assisted Living

Shaker Gardens Assisted Living, situated in Shaker Heights, Ohio, provides a range of care services including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, respite stays, hospice, and palliative care. Assisted living aids with personal daily tasks, whereas memory care offers a secured environment with structured supervision. The community features an on-site aquatic therapy pool and a full therapy gym for rehabilitation, alongside amenities such as outdoor seating areas, a fitness center, a chapel, a library, and a beauty salon. Dining options feature daily snacks, specialized diets, customized menus, and in-room meal service.

Managed by administrator Lara Walker, this 124-bed center allows residents to transition between different levels of care as their needs change over time. Nursing coverage across the building averages 2 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day. Accepted payment options include Medicare for short-term rehabilitation, Medicaid for extended residential care, and private pay.

Interested representatives can contact Shaker Gardens Assisted Living to inquire about specific admission criteria, schedule a tour of the campus amenities, or discuss current room availability.

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Overview of Main Street Terrace Care Center

Main Street Terrace Care Center is a distinguished nursing home in Lancaster, OH, that offers long-term care and rehabilitation. The community also provides high-quality services around the clock to meet residents’ healthcare needs and help them recover. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease residents’ financial burdens.

Engaging activities and fun events are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also available to enhance residents’ living experiences. With its purpose-built rooms and accessible amenities, the community can accommodate up to 50 older adults and ensure they live comfortably in their later years.

Contact Main Street Terrace Care Center

Overview of The Laurels of Worthington

The Laurels of Worthington provides memory care, nursing home care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Worthington, OH. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, while nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Palliative care focuses on comfort for a resident managing serious illness, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care options may suit a resident whose needs change over time, since memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing are available within the same community. Care can remain within one setting as needs change. The Laurels of Worthington may also be a good fit for someone who needs supervised memory care or for a family seeking short-term support while a primary caregiver is away.

The community has 95 beds. Its studio option provides one resident with a single private living space. Total nurse staffing is 3h 50m per resident/day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident. A Walk Score of 55 / 100 makes the area somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some trips independently. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means the family pays directly.

Contact The Laurels of Worthington

Overview of Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehab Center

Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehab Center provides skilled nursing and nursing home care in Akron’s Cascade Valley neighborhood. Around the clock skilled nursing means residents can receive nursing attention during both the day and night. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy address movement, daily activities, and communication, while respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver is traveling or recovering.

Secured Alzheimer’s and dementia care provides supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports residents who need end of life services, and complex IV therapy is available for intravenous treatment. Spiritual care and nutritional support are also available during a resident’s stay.

Hickory Ridge has 155 beds, making it a larger setting with more residents, staff, and programming. Total nurse staffing is 2h 33m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. The size and staffing measure matter to families comparing how much nursing presence a resident’s needs may require.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help cover a long stay when savings may not be sufficient, and private pay is another accepted payment route. Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehab Center may be a good fit for someone whose needs include continuous nursing oversight or for a family arranging temporary care while a caregiver travels or recovers.

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Overview of Meadow Grove Transitional Care

Tucked away in the serene area of Grove City, OH, Meadow Grove Transitional Care is a reliable senior living community, offering state-of-the-art rehabilitation, skilled nursing, respite care, and hospice care. The community features 99 well-designed units tailored to accommodate residents’ unique safety and care needs. A team of highly trained registered nurses are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to attend to residents’ emergencies and needs, making sure they are comfortable and well-cared for.

With access to physical, speech, and occupational therapy services, residents are guaranteed to maintain the functionality they need to preserve their independence for as long as possible. Residents also have access to a compassionate hospice team that provides comfort to them and their families during end-of-life care, ensuring their peace, comfort, and dignity in every stage of life. At Meadow Grove Transitional Care, residents are well-supported throughout their retirement years.

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Overview of Heather Hill Care Communities

Heather Hill Care Communities is a distinguished nursing home in Chardon, OH, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community has 161 beds dedicated to residents’ comfort and healing in a supportive environment. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease residents’ financial burdens.

Those with cognitive conditions, alongside other residents, are encouraged to participate in mind-stimulating activities and group exercises, ensuring holistic wellness. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy also ensure residents can recover with ease. The community’s exceptional standards and state-of-the-art amenities make it a great choice for a worry-free retirement.

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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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

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

Weighting overview

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

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