Occupancy rate
45%
In line with Ohio averagePrimarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Cottingham Retirement Community
Memory Care in Cincinnati
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Cottingham Retirement Community
Memory Care in Cincinnati
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Overview of Cottingham Retirement Community
Cottingham Retirement Community offers premier senior living care services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. The retirement home promotes a youthful and energetic atmosphere for its residents because the staff celebrates each individual by promoting a vibrant and freeing lifestyle– seniors create a personalized care plan based on their decisions. The resort-style home practices an excellent and exemplary, resident-centered approach where seniors can thrive.
Cottingham offers amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free, such as 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, specialized programs, and individualized care plans.
Shelley Owens is the Executive Director at Cottingham Retirement Community. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Eastern Kentucky University and received her Administrator’s license in 1992. Shelley has served as Administrator at Mason Health Care Center and Ivy Court at Cottingham. She is dedicated to understanding residents’ needs and making Cottingham feel like home, welcoming and learning from the opportunity to serve the community.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 163rd out of 176 homes in Ohio.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 163rd out of 176 homes in Ohio.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
2h 47m per day
vs Ohio avg
-28%
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 34m per day | ▼ 11% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 1h 43m per day | ▼ 20% State avg: 2h 8m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 2h 44m per day | ▼ 17% State avg: 3h 17m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 2m per day | ▼ 33% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 17m per day | ▼ 32% State avg: 25m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
128
Avg. Length of Stay
141 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Private pay
74% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Medicaid
12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$9.0M
Profit
$1.4M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$9.0M
Profit
$1.4M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$7.6M
128-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
41 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 53 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Ohio averageOccupied beds
58 / 128
Average residents
72 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyHamilton
CMS Certification Number365652
Policies
No pets allowed
No Smoking
No Alcohol
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingSTEFFANY ANDERSON
ContactMs. Margie Berryman, Exective Director
Rehabilitation Services
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Rehabilitation
Email
[email protected]
Fax(513) 563-3717
Minimum Age65
Specific ProgramsWindsor Court, Heather Court, Ivy Court, Elizabeth Court, Rehabilitation
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Cottingham Retirement Community
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Independent Living
Nursing Home
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
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.
7 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
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Latest inspection
Date
August 5, 2025
Inspection oversight
Immediate jeopardy identified:No
Substandard quality of care cited:No
1 total citation
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Ohio average: 2 citations
17 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Ohio average: 29 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Cottingham Retirement Community
The most recent inspection on December 29, 2025, found deficiencies related to failure to implement appropriate COVID-19 precautions, including proper use of PPE by staff caring for COVID-19 positive residents. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies involving infection control, staff actions during abuse investigations, and timely clinical monitoring such as laboratory testing and physician notifications. Complaint investigations substantiated issues with infection control practices, failure to suspend staff during abuse investigations, and lapses in monitoring residents’ health conditions, including one case resulting in immediate jeopardy and resident death. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with infection control and clinical oversight, with no clear improvement trend in recent years.
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
74 / 100
Ohio average: 86 / 100
2022 – 2023 Period
Care and services
79 / 100
Ohio average: 89 / 100
Environment
90 / 100
Ohio average: 95 / 100
Moving in
74 / 100
Ohio average: 82 / 100
Facility culture
65 / 100
Ohio average: 86 / 100
Caregivers
75 / 100
Ohio average: 89 / 100
Spending time
70 / 100
Ohio average: 80 / 100
Meals and dining
62 / 100
Ohio average: 81 / 100
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Have you gotten or are you getting physical therapy, occupational therapy or speech therapy, while living at this care facility?
This facility52/100
Ohio average46/100
Did (Do) the therapists help you set goals?
This facility70/100
Ohio average89/100
Can you decide how to spend your day?
This facility75/100
Ohio average94/100
Did (Does) the therapy help you meet your goals?
This facility78/100
Ohio average88/100
Did (Do) you know who to speak to about your therapy progress?
This facility82/100
Ohio average85/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Are your personal items safe here?
This facility79/100
Ohio average92/100
Is it very clean here?
This facility82/100
Ohio average96/100
Do you feel you have enough privacy?
This facility83/100
Ohio average95/100
Do you feel safe here?
This facility88/100
Ohio average98/100
Can you find a place to be alone if you want to be alone?
This facility90/100
Ohio average96/100
Can you enjoy the outdoors if you want to?
This facility95/100
Ohio average91/100
Is it easy for you to get around in your room (or apartment)?
This facility96/100
Ohio average96/100
Are you able to get around the building if you want to?
This facility100/100
Ohio average95/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Did you receive a thorough orientation to COTTINGHAM RETIREMENT COMMUNITY?
This facility61/100
Ohio average70/100
Were you given enough information to learn how things work here?
This facility76/100
Ohio average82/100
Did you feel warmly welcomed as a new resident?
This facility89/100
Ohio average93/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Do the people who work here tell you when rules, policies, and procedures change?
This facility43/100
Ohio average78/100
Are you encouraged to speak up about things you don’t like here?
This facility57/100
Ohio average81/100
Are your concerns taken care of in a timely way?
This facility59/100
Ohio average86/100
Do the people who work here help you with technology, if needed?
This facility60/100
Ohio average89/100
Would you highly recommend COTTINGHAM RETIREMENT COMMUNITY to someone who needs this type of care?
This facility60/100
Ohio average89/100
Do the people who work here seem happy to work here?
This facility72/100
Ohio average92/100
Are you as involved in decisions about your care as you want to be?
This facility73/100
Ohio average85/100
Do the people who work here go above and beyond to give you a good life?
This facility77/100
Ohio average87/100
Are you friends with anyone who lives here?
This facility77/100
Ohio average81/100
Overall, are you satisfied with the care you receive here?
This facility80/100
Ohio average94/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Do you feel confident the people who work here would come quickly anytime you needed help?
This facility48/100
Ohio average85/100
Do the people who care for you explain your care and services to you?
This facility52/100
Ohio average85/100
Do the people who work here do things the way you want them done?
This facility60/100
Ohio average88/100
Do the people who work here check on you often enough to see if you need anything?
This facility65/100
Ohio average81/100
Do the people who work here do everything they can to protect you from getting sick?
This facility71/100
Ohio average94/100
Do the people who work here make sure you are comfortable when they provide care or services?
This facility74/100
Ohio average95/100
Do the same people take care of you most of the time?
This facility80/100
Ohio average84/100
Are the people who work here knowledgeable about your medical conditions and treatments?
This facility81/100
Ohio average90/100
Do you have opportunities to maintain your health and wellness, if you want?
This facility86/100
Ohio average92/100
Do the people who work here support you to do as much for yourself as you are able to do?
This facility89/100
Ohio average96/100
Do the people who work here ever get angry at you?
This facility91/100
Ohio average88/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Are there enjoyable things to do on the weekends, if you want?
This facility45/100
Ohio average63/100
Are you as connected to the community as you want to be?
This facility57/100
Ohio average71/100
Do you have something to look forward to most days?
This facility62/100
Ohio average77/100
Do you have enough opportunities to go on outings and special events?
This facility67/100
Ohio average73/100
Do you feel included in life here?
This facility67/100
Ohio average89/100
Do you usually enjoy how you spend your time?
This facility73/100
Ohio average87/100
Do you have plenty of opportunities to do things that are meaningful to you?
This facility75/100
Ohio average83/100
Do you like the activities here?
This facility85/100
Ohio average83/100
Are you able to do the activities offered here, if you want?
This facility86/100
Ohio average93/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
Based on the RCF Resident Satisfaction Survey 2022-23, Final Results
Do you have input on the food that is served?
This facility35/100
Ohio average68/100
Does the menu change often enough?
This facility58/100
Ohio average77/100
Do you get enough fresh food options here?
This facility58/100
Ohio average81/100
Do you look forward to mealtimes?
This facility61/100
Ohio average80/100
Do you like the food here?
This facility63/100
Ohio average81/100
Do you get enough to eat here?
This facility87/100
Ohio average95/100
Scores represent percent of positive resident responses for each item, excluding "don't know" and "not applicable" responses and instances where the question was skipped.
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
68 / 100
Ohio average: 77 / 100
Latest survey results
Care and services
68 / 100
Ohio average: 80 / 100
Environment
70 / 100
Ohio average: 78 / 100
Moving in
82 / 100
Ohio average: 85 / 100
Facility culture
62 / 100
Ohio average: 78 / 100
Caregivers
77 / 100
Ohio average: 78 / 100
Spending time
58 / 100
Ohio average: 68 / 100
Meals and dining
66 / 100
Ohio average: 67 / 100
How often family visits residents at Cottingham Retirement Community
Profile of respondents of this survey
Daily
4.2
Several times a week
33.3
Once a week
45.8
Two to three times a month
16.7
Once a month
0.0
Few times a year
0.0
How to read these results
100=Definitely Yes, 67=Probably Yes, 33=Probably No, 0=Definitely No
Does this living arrangement help the resident maintain their independence?:
This facility83/100
Ohio average84/100
Do you have enough opportunities for input into decisions about your resident’s care?:
This facility65/100
Ohio average78/100
Do you get enough information to make decisions with or about your resident?:
This facility58/100
Ohio average77/100
Scores represent percent of positive responses for each item based on the latest Family Satisfaction Survey results
How to read these results
100=Definitely Yes, 67=Probably Yes, 33=Probably No, 0=Definitely No
Is the residential care facility thoroughly clean?:
This facility68/100
Ohio average83/100
Can the resident get outside often enough?:
This facility67/100
Ohio average74/100
Are the resident’s belongings safe?:
This facility78/100
Ohio average79/100
Scores represent percent of positive responses for each item based on the latest Family Satisfaction Survey results
How to read these results
100=Definitely Yes, 67=Probably Yes, 33=Probably No, 0=Definitely No
When the resident moved in, were you given thorough information to help you know
This facility—/100
Ohio average—/100
what to expect?:
This facility82/100
Ohio average85/100
Was the resident given a thorough orientation to residential care?:
This facility75/100
Ohio average80/100
Did you feel warmly welcomed as a new family member?:
This facility88/100
Ohio average90/100
Scores represent percent of positive responses for each item based on the latest Family Satisfaction Survey results
How to read these results
100=Definitely Yes, 67=Probably Yes, 33=Probably No, 0=Definitely No
Are you encouraged to speak up when you have a problem?:
This facility71/100
Ohio average83/100
Are your concerns addressed in a timely way?:
This facility64/100
Ohio average78/100
Are you kept well informed about how things are going with your resident?:
This facility50/100
Ohio average76/100
Do the staff seem happy to work at the residential care facility?:
This facility67/100
Ohio average77/100
Do the staff go above and beyond to give your resident a good life?:
This facility70/100
Ohio average76/100
Do you feel confident that staff would help your resident beyond their personal care
This facility—/100
Ohio average—/100
needs if you could not (eg, paperwork, purchasing clothing)?:
This facility35/100
Ohio average69/100
Do you have peace of mind about the care your resident is getting when you aren’t at
This facility—/100
Ohio average—/100
the residential care facility?:
This facility71/100
Ohio average82/100
Would you highly recommend this residential care facility to a family member or friend?:
This facility68/100
Ohio average79/100
Scores represent percent of positive responses for each item based on the latest Family Satisfaction Survey results
How to read these results
100=Definitely Yes, 67=Probably Yes, 33=Probably No, 0=Definitely No
Do you feel confident the staff is knowledgeable about the resident’s medical
This facility—/100
Ohio average—/100
condition(s) and treatment(s)?:
This facility71/100
Ohio average79/100
Do the staff know what the resident likes and doesn’t like?:
This facility81/100
Ohio average79/100
Do the staff regularly check to see if the resident needs anything?:
This facility80/100
Ohio average77/100
Have you gotten to know the staff who care for your resident?:
This facility71/100
Ohio average78/100
Do the staff encourage your resident to be as independent as they are able to be?:
This facility87/100
Ohio average82/100
Do you feel confident staff would come quickly anytime your resident needed help?:
This facility73/100
Ohio average77/100
Scores represent percent of positive responses for each item based on the latest Family Satisfaction Survey results
How to read these results
100=Definitely Yes, 67=Probably Yes, 33=Probably No, 0=Definitely No
Does the resident have something enjoyable to look forward to most days?:
This facility59/100
Ohio average71/100
Do the staff do a good job keeping the resident connected to the community?:
This facility57/100
Ohio average72/100
Does the resident have plenty of opportunities to do things that are meaningful to them?:
This facility65/100
Ohio average71/100
Does the residential care facility have enough opportunities for your resident to go on
This facility—/100
Ohio average—/100
special outings and events?:
This facility58/100
Ohio average63/100
Does the resident like the provided activities?:
This facility59/100
Ohio average69/100
Does the residential care facility provide things the resident enjoys doing on the
This facility—/100
Ohio average—/100
weekend?:
This facility43/100
Ohio average56/100
Do you have plenty of opportunities to be involved in the residential care facility?:
This facility64/100
Ohio average72/100
Scores represent percent of positive responses for each item based on the latest Family Satisfaction Survey results
How to read these results
100=Definitely Yes, 67=Probably Yes, 33=Probably No, 0=Definitely No
Is there a lot of variety in the meals?:
This facility74/100
Ohio average70/100
Are you included in mealtimes if you want to be?:
This facility49/100
Ohio average65/100
Is the food good?:
This facility70/100
Ohio average68/100
Scores represent percent of positive responses for each item based on the latest Family Satisfaction Survey results
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
6
Ohio average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Total health citations
22
Ohio average 30.9
Citations per inspection
3.67
Ohio average 4.59
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 22 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 10 of 22 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
233% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
1
1
11% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 0.9
1 critical citation
1 serious citation
20 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Sep 10, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Sep 10, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Dec 11, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Dec 11, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Dec 11, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Dec 11, 2024
Corrected
Environmental moderate citation
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Jan 19, 2023
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Jan 19, 2023
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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Estimated distance in miles from Cincinnati's city center to Cottingham Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.09 miles to nearest hospital (TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital)
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
122
Employees
88
Contractors
34
Staff to resident ratio
2.14:1
0% compared with Ohio averageOhio average ratio: 2.14:1
Avg staff/day
29
Average shift
7.8 hours
0% compared with Ohio averageOhio average: 8.1 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
20,696
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
4
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
23
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
50
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
4.3%
895 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 15
Licensed Practical Nurse: 11
Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 35 | 15 | 50 | 7,919 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 11 | 23 | 4,030 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 6 | 3 | 9 | 1,454 | 69 | 76% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,392 | 84 | 92% | 9.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,224 | 88 | 97% | 5.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 1 | 5 | 988 | 78 | 86% | 6.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 734 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 538 | 62 | 68% | 6.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 483 | 62 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 474 | 59 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 59 | 65% | 7.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 431 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 205 | 52 | 57% | 2.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 150 | 49 | 54% | 3.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 1 | 3 | 147 | 66 | 73% | 2.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 45 | 9 | 10% | 5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 3 | 3% | 8.7 |
50 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
23 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
9 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
76%
4 Registered Nurse
% of Days
92%
11 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
97%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
86%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
69%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
68%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Administrator
% of Days
65%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
59%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
57%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
54%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
73%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
10%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
57
Medicare
5
8.8% of residents
Medicaid
25
43.9% of residents
Private pay or other
27
47.4% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
3.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
3.2
46% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 5.8
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
8.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
8.8
31% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 12.7
Long-stay resident measures
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
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
2.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
2.3%
66% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 6.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
0.0%
100% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 8.9%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.1%
9% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 22.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.9%
16% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 3.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.9%
25% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 0.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.7%
24% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 6.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
24.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
24.4%
In line with Ohio averageOhio average: 24.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.1%
52% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 8.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.7%
6% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 92.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.7%
In line with Ohio averageOhio average: 94.5%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.45
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.45
18% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 1.77
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.06
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.06
13% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 1.83
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.2%
23% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 78.0%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
25.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
25.4%
66% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 75.6%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
38.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
38.7%
54% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 25.1%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
9.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
9.8%
22% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 12.5%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
57.1%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
57.1%
6% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
44.3%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
44.3%
12% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$21K
70% lower than Ohio averageOhio average: $69K
Number of fines
1
46% fewer fines than Ohio averageOhio average: 1.9
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Ohio averageOhio average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$21K
Ohio average
$69K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 19, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 19, 2023
$21K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Cottingham Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
94.1%
↑ 4.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1.4M
↓ ~$218.5K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4.2M
↑ ~$332.1K vs 2022
Profit Margin
16.9%
↓ 1.4pp vs 2022
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