Ohio average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024

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Anna Maria of Aurora is a 204-bed CMS-certified nursing home at 889 North Aurora Road in Aurora, Ohio, within Portage County, owned and operated by Norton Bros. Holding Company, a family-owned business with over 60 years of continuous operation. Administrated by Aaron Baker with Director of Nursing Patricia Williams, the facility holds a 5 out of 5 overall CMS rating and participates in the Continuing Care Retirement Community model.
Average daily census is 91 residents with occupancy at 89.7 percent, 14 percent above the Ohio state average. The staff-to-resident ratio is 2.90 to 1, which is 35 percent better than the Ohio average. CMS rates the facility at 5 out of 5 stars for quality measures, 4 out of 5 stars for health inspection, and 3 out of 5 stars for staffing. Confirmed care programs include independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and home care. An active resident council is in place. Payer mix is 65 percent private pay, 31 percent Medicare, and 3 percent Medicaid.
The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on February 18, 2025, and found zero citations. Over the preceding three inspection years, the facility accumulated 7 total citations across 4 inspections, a per-inspection rate of 1.75 against an Ohio average of 4.59. No critical citations were recorded. All citations are documented as corrected.
Anna Maria of Aurora is suited for families seeking skilled nursing, memory care, or short-term rehabilitation within a continuing care model in Aurora. Families should ask about care transitions between levels, current staffing levels by shift, and how the active resident council influences facility operations and resident life.
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
31% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
65% of new residents, often for short stays.
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Anna Maria of Aurora, Inc. is administrated by Aaron Baker.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
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Total citations
| 0 | 2 | This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical Ohio nursing home (0 vs. OH avg 2). Click this badge to view the full Ohio ranking.↓ 100% better |
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Show Inspection ReportsOhio average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024
Ohio average 30.9
Ohio average 4.59
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
5 of 7 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 7 resulted from complaint investigations.
Ohio average: 0.3
Ohio average: 0.9
Anna Maria of Aurora, Inc. is located in AURORA, Ohio.
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Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
6,372 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 58 | 90 | 148 | 21,643 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 27 | 46 | 7,447 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,939 | 77 | 85% | 6.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 18 | 26 | 1,855 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,519 | 75 | 82% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,027 | 89 | 98% | 7.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 928 | 68 | 75% | 8.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 884 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 750 | 77 | 85% | 5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 674 | 79 | 87% | 5.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 560 | 65 | 71% | 5.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 500 | 72 | 79% | 5.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 257 | 44 | 48% | 5.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 3 | 3% | 8.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 3% | 5 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.
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Patricia Williams is the Director of Nursing at Anna Maria of Aurora, Inc..
Anna Maria of Aurora, Inc. has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
The team at Anna Maria of Aurora, Inc. can be reached at [email protected].
Aaron Baker is the administrator of Anna Maria of Aurora, Inc..
Anna Maria of Aurora, Inc. has 43 beds.
Anna Maria of Aurora, Inc. has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.
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