Best Nursing Homes in Wooster, OH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 nursing homes in Wooster, OH using 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: 2.7/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Wooster, OH. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.3/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Wooster, 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: 1.7/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Wooster, 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

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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 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):
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.
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 D or higher — meaning actual harm occurred or residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. 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: 55.7% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Avenue at Wooster Assisted Living
NH
AL
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Wooster
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 75
Rank #274 / 306
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3.08
Facility 3.08
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #138 / 177
-4%-13%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #1 / 178
29
Facility 29
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #91 / 178
4.8
Facility 4.8
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #117 / 178
178A+
79
Facility 79
OH AVG 42
Rank #29 / 673
-
$9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.6M
Rank #71 / 172
$4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #97 / 172
47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.7%
Rank #134 / 172
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Sprenger Health Care Smithville Western
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Wooster (North Central)
127
Facility 127
OH AVG 75
Rank #31 / 306
77.6%
Facility 77.6%
OH AVG 81.7
Rank #99 / 135
-5%
3.46
Facility 3.46
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #85 / 177
+61%-2%
$42.8k
Facility $42.8k
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #153 / 178
38
Facility 38
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #128 / 178
4.8
Facility 4.8
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #117 / 178
199-
82
Facility 82
OH AVG 42
Rank #16 / 673
Sprenger Enterprises, Inc
$11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.6M
Rank #51 / 172
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #72 / 172
46.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.7%
Rank #142 / 172
365317
Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Honeytown
NH
MC
SNF
Wooster (Etiwanda)
99
Facility 99
OH AVG 75
Rank #69 / 306
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
OH AVG 81.7
Rank #122 / 135
-24%
3.90
Facility 3.90
OH AVG 3.54
Rank #45 / 177
-37%+10%
$193.5k
Facility $193.5k
OH AVG $74.0k
Rank #176 / 178
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 30.9
Rank #174 / 178
7.7
Facility 7.7
OH AVG 4.6
Rank #168 / 178
461-
66
Facility 66
OH AVG 42
Rank #94 / 673
-
$9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $9.6M
Rank #83 / 172
$4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG $5.2M
Rank #95 / 172
51.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OH AVG 55.7%
Rank #102 / 172
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every OH community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Wooster.

Overview of Avenue at Wooster Assisted Living

A 30-bed rehabilitation and short-term care facility located on East Smithville Western Road in Wooster, Ohio, is Avenue at Wooster Assisted Living. It sits in a really walkable area where lots of daily errands are doable on foot, making it convenient for visiting family. Averaging a stay length of around 80 days, the facility primarily serves people needing short-term rehabilitation and transitional care following surgery, illness, or hospital discharge. Its acceptance of Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay provides flexible coverage options for families.

Broad and specialized is the facility’s clinical focus. Daily nursing care averages 3 hours 5 minutes per resident, anchored by registered nurses, licensed nurses, and certified nursing aides. The community offers rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies, along with specialized programs in orthopedic rehabilitation, post-surgical recovery, and cardiac care. For occupants with more complex needs, Avenue at Wooster Assisted Living supplies specialized programs in stroke care, respiratory care, wound care, and neuromuscular therapy. The home caters to residents with cancer care needs, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, diabetes management, and pain management. Beyond acute rehabilitation, the facility operates a hospice care program and offers respite care for families needing momentary support. IV therapy, tracheotomy care, and nutritional management are available on-site, lessening outside appointment needs for routine clinical requirements. The high nursing staffing level and breadth of specialized programs indicate that the property is equipped to manage complex medical needs when transitioning from hospital or acute illness back to home or long-term care.

Contact Avenue at Wooster Assisted Living

Overview of Sprenger Health Care Smithville Western

Sprenger Health Care Smithville Western is a nursing home in Wooster, OH, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, as 24-hour support, nutritious meals, and scheduled transport are provided. The community also provides personalized care tailored to residents’ unique needs and habits, ensuring their recovery and wellness.

Live performances, art classes, and outings encourage residents to explore interests and have fun. To lift residents’ moods and help them rest comfortably, a library, a beauty salon/ barber shop, and gathering areas are also available. The community is also easily accessible, as it is conveniently located near Wayne County Airport in the quiet residential area of Wooster. Providing exceptional standards of care for older adults’ welfare, this nursing home is a good option for senior living in Ohio.

Contact Sprenger Health Care Smithville Western

Overview of Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Honeytown

Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Honeytown is a nursing home in Wooster, OH, offering memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. The community also ensures older adults are treated like family in a nurturing and welcoming setting. With home-cooked meals, housekeeping, laundry, and 24-hour care, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. Customized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences, ensuring their recovery and rehabilitation.

Cooking, exercise clubs, and outings encourage residents to make friends and help them maintain holistic wellness. Residents can also freely interact with friends and rest comfortably in the lively dining room and comfortable common areas. Set in the tree-lined residential area of Wooster, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Ohio, this nursing home ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.

Contact Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Honeytown

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 Wooster, 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 3 nursing homes in Wooster, OH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

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