Browning Masonic Community, Inc

Q: Is Browning Masonic Community, Inc in a walkable area?

Browning Masonic Community, Inc has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the best email address for Browning Masonic Community, Inc?

The team at Browning Masonic Community, Inc can be reached at SHADLEY@OMCOH.ORG.

Q: Who is the administrator of Browning Masonic Community, Inc?

Number of Years in Long Term Care is the administrator of Browning Masonic Community, Inc.

Q: How many beds does Browning Masonic Community, Inc have?

Browning Masonic Community, Inc has 73 beds.

Q: Has Browning Masonic Community, Inc had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Browning Masonic Community, Inc has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.

Q: Are there photos of Browning Masonic Community, Inc?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Browning Masonic Community, Inc in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the address of Browning Masonic Community, Inc?

Browning Masonic Community, Inc is located at 8883 BROWNING DRIVE.

Overview of Browning Masonic Community, INC

Browning Masonic Community is a 73-bed residential care facility administrated by The Ohio Masonic Communities at 8883 Browning Drive in Waterville, Ohio 43566, in Lucas County. Licensed as a Residential Care Facility, the community is owned by The Ohio Masonic Communities, a nonprofit organization operating three senior living campuses, a resource center, and a foundation across Ohio. Browning Masonic Community earned the 2026 Pinnacle Customer Experience Award. The facility sits on 450 acres along the Maumee River, three miles from Waterville’s downtown.

Browning Masonic Community offers three confirmed care programs: independent living, assisted living, and memory support. The memory support neighborhood is named Pathways with programming called Connecting Realities. Independent living options include Water’s Edge Villas overlooking a private lake, villa homes, and loft apartments. Residents hold complimentary White Pines Golf Course membership. Minimum age for residency is 55. The facility accepts Medicaid. Pets are welcome. No entrance fees are charged.

Four amenities are confirmed: fitness center, walking paths, on- and off-campus events, and community attractions. Outdoor exercise equipment is available by the lake. Nearby destinations include the Toledo Zoo, Toledo Art Museum, and Toledo Mud Hens baseball.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on May 7, 2025, and found zero citations against a statewide average of 2. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0 with zero severe citations on file.

Browning Masonic Community is suited for Lucas County seniors aged 55 and older seeking a nonprofit Masonic-affiliated community with a full continuum from independent living through memory support, no entrance fees, and zero-citation compliance.

(419) 878-1805

73-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 45 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Awards2026 Pinnacle Customer Experience Award™

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility

StatusActive

CountyLucas

Browning Masonic Community, Inc is administrated by Number Of Years In Long Term Care.

Accept Medicaid

Rehabilitation Services

Memory Support

Email [email protected]

Fax(419) 878-4362

Fitness Center

Walking Paths

On- And Off-Campus Events

Community Attractions

Inspection Scorecard 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

Latest Inspection May 7, 2025

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	OH Average	vs. OH Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	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

Standout metricNo citations on file — the Ohio average is 2.

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).

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

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).

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.

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).

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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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Is Browning Masonic Community, Inc in a walkable area?

Browning Masonic Community, Inc has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the best email address for Browning Masonic Community, Inc?

The team at Browning Masonic Community, Inc can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Browning Masonic Community, Inc?

Number of Years in Long Term Care is the administrator of Browning Masonic Community, Inc.

How many beds does Browning Masonic Community, Inc have?

Browning Masonic Community, Inc has 73 beds.

Has Browning Masonic Community, Inc had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Browning Masonic Community, Inc has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.

Are there photos of Browning Masonic Community, Inc?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Browning Masonic Community, Inc in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Browning Masonic Community, Inc?

Browning Masonic Community, Inc is located at 8883 BROWNING DRIVE.