Close to Home IV Assisted Living
Nursing Home · Ohio, OH

Close to Home IV Assisted Living

Nursing Home · Ohio, OH
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Close to Home IV Assisted Living accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Close to Home IV Assisted Living

Close to Home IV Assisted Living is a 47-bed Residential Care Facility administrated by Theresa Clifton at 12681 US 62 in Sardinia, Ohio, in Brown County. The Director of Nursing is Sharon Hartwig. Residential Care Facility and certified by the Ohio Department of Aging, the facility operates as the fourth location in the family-owned Close to Home network. Close to Home IV Assisted Living accepts the Ohio Assisted Living Waiver, Veterans Benefits, and long-term care insurance.

The building occupies the former Southern State Community College structure with a wing-concept layout in which private rooms surround a central common area, and each wing forms a smaller residential cluster. Units are private with private bathrooms. Some configurations accommodate couples. Confirmed amenities include beauty shop services, partnered physical therapy and occupational therapy, laundry services, medication administration and supervision, ambulation assistance, and balanced meals.

The facility provides 17 named services including bi-hourly supervision checks, podiatry services, 24-hour nursing, family consultation, visiting physician services, hospice and palliative care, respite care, and medication refilling and repackaging. Memory care is confirmed.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducted its most recent inspection on July 10, 2025, and identified 1 citation. Ohio’s statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. Zero severe citations appear in prior inspection cycles.

Adams County Regional Medical Center is approximately 8 miles from the facility.

Close to Home IV Assisted Living is suited for seniors seeking family-owned assisted living with Ohio Department of Aging certification and Assisted Living Waiver eligibility.

(513) 757-6047
Bed community size
47-bed community Rank #243 / 323Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 243rd out of 323 homes in Ohio. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Ohio SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #336 / 705Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 336th out of 705 homes in Ohio. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Ohio SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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
CountyBrown
CertificationsOhio Department of Aging certified

Ownership & Operating Entity

Close to Home IV Assisted Living is administrated by Theresa Clifton.

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of NursingSHARON HARTWIG

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(513) 757-6045

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty Shop Services
Physical And Occupational Therapy Partnering
Laundry Services
Medication Administration And Supervision
Ambulation Assistance
Balanced And Healthy Meals
Specific ProgramsLaundry and Room Cleaning Services, Meal Preparation and Service, Grooming and Hygiene Assistance, Supervision and Bi-hourly Checks, Meaningful Activities Daily, Medication Administration, Appointment Scheduling, 24 Hour Nursing, Family Consultation, Podiatry Services, Physical and Occupational Therapy, Hospice and Palliative Care, Visiting Physician Services, Medication Refilling and Repackaging

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,000 – $6,500 + $500 Deposit per month
Starting Price$917 + Liability per month
Move-in Deposit$500 Deposit

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionBalanced and healthy meals provided.

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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 July 10, 2025

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

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

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Ohio

Close to Home IV Assisted Living is located in SARDINIA, 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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The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Close to Home IV Assisted Living

Who is the Director of Nursing at Close to Home IV Assisted Living?

Sharon Hartwig is the Director of Nursing at Close to Home IV Assisted Living.

Is Close to Home IV Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Close to Home IV Assisted Living has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the best email address for Close to Home IV Assisted Living?

The team at Close to Home IV Assisted Living can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Close to Home IV Assisted Living?

Theresa Clifton is the administrator of Close to Home IV Assisted Living.

How many beds does Close to Home IV Assisted Living have?

Close to Home IV Assisted Living has 47 beds.

Has Close to Home IV Assisted Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Close to Home IV Assisted Living has had 1 recently reported deficiency.

Are there photos of Close to Home IV Assisted Living?

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