Overview of Bethany

Bethany is a long-term care facility focused on skilled nursing and assisted living. The nursing home is where residents thrive with the support of quality services for residents seeking to relax and recover. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. The nursing home aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by cultivating their holistic wellness.
Expect Bethany residents to receive a list of comprehensive amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free. These include 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and specialized programs available.

Managed by John A. Baum, NHA

Administrator

John A. Baum, NHA, serves as the Administrator at Bethany, providing dedicated leadership to the community. He oversees daily operations to ensure a high standard of care and a supportive environment for residents. His role is central to maintaining the quality and integrity of services offered at Bethany.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Ohio average: 3.4/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
5/5
Ohio average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Ohio average: 2.9/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
Ohio average: 4.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
5h 6m per day

This home provides 33% more nursing time per resident than the Ohio average.

Ohio average: 3h 50m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 21m per day 25m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 252

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Ohio average
Occupancy rate 91.4%
Residents per day (avg) 83
Occupancy rate
91.4%
Residents per day (avg)
83

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

35% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

57% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$9.2M
Operating loss
-$954.7K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$9,166,246.00
Operating loss
$-954,671.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.4M
58.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.7M
Total costs $10.1M
Years in operation
47 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 54 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License details

Facility type
Residential Care Facility
Status Active
County: STARK

Additional licensing details

Accreditations: 5 Star Facility, Named a Best Nursing Home in the U.S. by US News and World Report

Policies

Pets Allowed
No Smoking
No Alcohol
Honor DO NOT Resuscitate
Family Council Available

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: John Baum, Owner

Care Services

Accepts Medicare
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Skilled Rehabilitation
Assisted Living
Long Term Care

Contact Information

Fax: (330) 492-0779

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled Rehabilitation, Assisted Living, Long Term Care
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicare Methods of Payment other than Private: Self Pay

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Scores

Resident Satisfaction Score
88.54

Based on survey responses.

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.

Latest inspection

Date:July 17, 2025

Inspection oversight

Immediate jeopardy identified:No
Substandard quality of care cited:No

Resident satisfaction survey results

Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.

Average score

91 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

100 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

98 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

92 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

91 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

94 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

74 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

85 / 100

Ohio average: 81 / 100

Family satisfaction survey results

The Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University conducts a satisfaction survey among residents' family members, friends and guardians to assess quality of care and life.

Average score

85 / 100

Ohio average: 77 / 100

Latest survey results

Care and services

87 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Environment

88 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Moving in

89 / 100

Ohio average: 85 / 100

Facility culture

88 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Caregivers

85 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Spending time

83 / 100

Ohio average: 68 / 100

Meals and dining

76 / 100

Ohio average: 67 / 100

How often family visits residents at Bethany

Profile of respondents of this survey

Daily 5.6
Several times a week 27.8
Once a week 55.6
Two to three times a month 0.0
Once a month 5.6
Few times a year 5.6

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 2

Ohio average 6.7


Last Health inspection on Apr 2024

Total health citations 8
Citations per inspection
4

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

7 of 8 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 8 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.9

0 critical citations More info Ohio average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Ohio average: 0.9

6 moderate citations More info Ohio average: 29

2 minor citations More info Ohio average: 0.7
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Apr 04, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Apr 04, 2024
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Apr 04, 2024
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Apr 04, 2024
Corrected

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The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.
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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

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SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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83
-
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-
78.8%
$9,676,096.00
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Address 2.6 miles from city center — 1.84 miles to nearest hospital (Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital)

Address 626 34th St NW, Canton, OH 44709

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

165
Total Staff
134
Employees
31
Contractors
42,969
Total Hours (Quarter)
71
Avg Staff/Day
6.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse127.8 No
Licensed Practical Nurse238.3 No
Certified Nursing Assistant757.1 No
Staff by Category
Administration
7 staff
1.4hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
123 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services
21 staff
3.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
6 staff
3.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services
3 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
6.9%
of total hours from contractors
2,983 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 8 Feeding Assistant: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 6
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant7507523,97391100%7.1
Licensed Practical Nurse230237,87491100%8.3
Registered Nurse120124,02591100%7.8
Nurse Aide in Training110111,4659099%6.3
Feeding Assistant0228138189%5.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist2027206774%7
Dietitian2027076470%6.7
Speech Language Pathologist0886757785%4.9
Medical Director0226478593%4.1
Nurse Practitioner1014806066%8
Physical Therapy Aide0554498088%3.8
Dental Services Staff1014156167%6.8
Other Dietary Services Staff1013164246%7.5
Qualified Social Worker0662436673%3.7
Physical Therapy Assistant033823538%2.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician055754347%1.7
Other Physician1011111%11.2
Administrator50507684%0

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
78 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
3 residents (3.8%)
Medicaid
47 residents (60.3%)
Private pay or other
28 residents (35.9%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 3.2
45% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 5.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 5.2
59% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 12.7

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Ohio avg: 4.8 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 3.5%
48% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 6.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 5.9%
34% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 6.2%
72% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 22.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.0%
12% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.8%
28% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 3.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.9%
247% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.9%
85% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.4%
90% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 24.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 3.4%
59% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
8% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 92.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 94.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.71
60% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 1.77

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.26
86% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 1.83

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Ohio avg: 1.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.4%
27% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 78.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.6%
23% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 75.6%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 12.0%
52% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 25.1%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 5.0%
60% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 12.5%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 55.2%
In line with Ohio average

Ohio average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 51.2%
In line with Ohio average

Ohio average: 50.6%

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+, Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+, Ohio resident, at risk of decline.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized), OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

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

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+, OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

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

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Ohio SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, OH resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled), OH resident, homeowner, low-income.

~$38,500/year (individual, adjusted annually).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

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

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.

~$147,600/year (family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county).

Not assessed; hardship-focused.

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

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