Amherst Meadows Care Center
Nursing Home · Ohio, OH

Amherst Meadows Care Center

Nursing Home · Ohio, OH
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Amherst Meadows Care Center accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Amherst Meadows Care Center

Amherst Meadows Care Center is a 44-bed licensed Residential Care Facility administrated at 1610 First Street NE in Massillon, Ohio 44646, within Stark County. Independently owned as a for-profit corporation and operated since 1991, the facility holds CMS certification for skilled nursing care and a 5 out of 5 overall rating from US News, with short-term rehabilitation designated High Performing. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted. The facility operates 24-hour admissions without scheduled intake windows.

The named programs inventory includes skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, assisted living, memory care, respite care, on-site psychiatric care, stroke recovery care, hospice and palliative care, therapeutic recreation, and nutrition services. On-site psychiatric care and the named stroke recovery program are not uniformly present at comparable residential care facilities in this collection. Nutrition services include a specialist on-site with diabetic and specialty dietary accommodations. Rehabilitation suites are configured as hotel-like environments suited to short-stay residents.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on August 26, 2025, and identified 1 citation against a statewide average of 2. Per-inspection citation rates from prior cycles are 0.0 with zero severe citations on file. Nine confirmed amenities include hotel-style private suites, cable television and telephone, outdoor garden, fine dining, inviting lounges, laundry and housekeeping, religious services, and a beauty salon. A chapel with chaplain services, a library, and a social hall are referenced in third-party documentation.

Amherst Meadows Care Center is suited for Stark County seniors and short-stay patients seeking a CMS-certified 5-star skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. Families should ask about the scope of on-site psychiatric services, stroke recovery program protocols, specialty dietary accommodations, and 24-hour admissions procedures before placement.

Bed community size
44-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 28 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyStark

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(330) 830-8555

Amenities & Lifestyle

Hotel-Like Private Suites
Cable
Tv & Phone
Charming Outdoor Garden
Fine Dining
Inviting Lounges
Laundry & Housekeeping
Religious Services
Beauty Salon
Specific ProgramsOn-Site Psychiatric Care, Stroke Recovery Care, Hospice/Palliative Care, Therapeutic Recreation, Nutrition Services.
Religious ServicesYes
Operating Hours24/7 Admissions

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining together with friends for hearty nourishment.

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Inspection History

In Ohio, the Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducts unannounced onsite inspections to evaluate the quality of care and environment in all licensed facilities.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Ohio state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. OH average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Ohio average:
• Total citations (50% below)
Latest Inspection August 26, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityOH Averagevs. OH Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 12 This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical Ohio nursing home (1 vs. OH avg 2).↓ 50% better

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Ohio

Amherst Meadows Care Center is located in NE MASSILLON, Ohio.
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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OH

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)
General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+
General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OH

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OH

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
OH

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OH

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OH

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
OH

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.
Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county
Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.
OH

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits
Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Amherst Meadows Care Center

Is Amherst Meadows Care Center in a walkable area?

Amherst Meadows Care Center has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the best email address for Amherst Meadows Care Center?

The team at Amherst Meadows Care Center can be reached at [email protected].

How many beds does Amherst Meadows Care Center have?

Amherst Meadows Care Center has 44 beds.

Has Amherst Meadows Care Center had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Amherst Meadows Care Center has had 1 recently reported deficiency.

Are there photos of Amherst Meadows Care Center?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Amherst Meadows Care Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Amherst Meadows Care Center?

Amherst Meadows Care Center is located at 1610 FIRST STREET.

What is the phone number of Amherst Meadows Care Center?

(330) 830-8500 will put you in contact with the team at Amherst Meadows Care Center.

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