Nursing Home

Ovation Jewish Home

Nursing Home

Ovation Jewish Home

1414 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202 View map
Overview of Ovation Jewish Home

An elegant rehabilitation center in Milwaukee, Ovation Jewish Home provides a graceful living for short-term or long-term residents. The skilled nursing home provides service for inpatient and outpatient care; assisting everyday living with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery. Ovation Jewish Home boasts its world-class clinical excellence that improves the quality of life for all seniors.
The lifestyle at Ovation Jewish Home is centered on the improvement of each individual’s wellness. They offer respite care services that include 24-hour care, housekeeping, and medication management. Outpatient care services include therapy for joint therapy, lymphedema, stroke, and cognitive retention. Other community highlights include fitness classes, recreational workshops, and support groups.

Managed by Sandra Reynolds

Administrator, Jewish Home & Care Center / Kavod Terrace

Over 30 years in diverse healthcare

Sandra Reynolds serves as the Nursing Home Administrator at the Jewish Home, bringing over 30 years of diverse healthcare experience. She is dedicated to person-centered care and resident well-being, fostering a compassionate environment where residents and staff thrive. Sandra’s leadership emphasizes quality care and regulatory excellence, reflecting her commitment to dignity, purpose, and joy for every senior.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Wisconsin average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Wisconsin average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5/5
Wisconsin average: 3.7/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
Wisconsin average: 3.3/5

Nursing care per resident

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

This home provides 19% more nursing time per resident than the Wisconsin average.

Wisconsin average: 4h 16m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 102

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Wisconsin average
Occupancy rate 53.4%
Residents per day (avg) 75
Occupancy rate
53.4%
Residents per day (avg)
75

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

68% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 15 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$28.6M
Surplus of revenue
$3.0M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$28,638,888.00
Surplus of revenue
$2,990,579.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$9.7M
33.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.0M
Total costs $25.6M
Bed community size
102-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 88 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Skilled Care
County: MILWAUKEE

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 525172

Ownership & operating entity

Ovation Jewish Home is legally operated by JEWISH HOME AND CARE CENTER INC, and administrated by SANDRA REYNOLDS.

Profit status: NONPROFIT

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features: 24-hour secure entrances, front desk staffed 24 hours a day.

Care Services

Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax: (414) 276-4828

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining rooms overlooking Lake Michigan
Kohl Family Synagogue
beauty salon
Oasis Kosher Café
volunteer-run gift shop
landscaped outdoor courtyards and gardens
24-hour secure entrances
enriching programming.

Programs & Activities

Activities
Engaging activities planned by professional staff including live music, exercise classes, art classes, and social events.
Specific Programs
Short-term rehab, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, respite care, outpatient services.
Religious Services
Yes
Volunteer Programs
Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Dining services include kosher meals prepared with adherence to Jewish dietary laws, served in dining rooms overlooking Lake Michigan.
Meals Included
Yes
Meals Per Day
3
Meal Schedule
Three meals daily with snacks as needed.
Meal Plan Options
Kosher meals prepared to order.
Special Diets
Yes
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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

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Wisconsin average 6


Last Health inspection on Jun 2025

Total health citations 16
Citations per inspection
2.67

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

11 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations.

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

Wisconsin average: 0.9


Serious Health citations More info 3
150% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2

0 critical citations More info Wisconsin average: 0.9

3 serious citations More info Wisconsin average: 1.2

13 moderate citations More info Wisconsin average: 24.7

0 minor citations More info Wisconsin average: 0.6
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Jun 13, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Jan 21, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jan 21, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Jan 21, 2025
Corrected

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Address 1.0 miles from city center — 1.09 miles to nearest hospital (Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital - Milwaukee Campus)

Address 1414 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

190
Total Staff
109
Employees
81
Contractors
39,131
Total Hours (Quarter)
57
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse138.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse398.3 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1067.4 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
5 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
160 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Therapy Services
14 staff
5.6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
4.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services
5 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services
4 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
9.3%
of total hours from contractors
3,646 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 2 Licensed Practical Nurse: 20 Medical Director: 2 Certified Nursing Assistant: 54 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant525410618,72691100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse1920399,03291100%8.3
Registered Nurse112134,41591100%8.5
Mental Health Service Worker4041,4676571%7.7
Dietitian3039677279%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist5058787684%6.6
Other Dietary Services Staff2027047481%7.4
Nurse Practitioner1014506066%7.5
Administrator3034205662%7.5
Physical Therapy Assistant2023846268%6.1
Medication Aide/Technician2023774246%8.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician2023776167%6
Physical Therapy Aide2023546268%5.7
Qualified Social Worker1012375257%4.6
Medical Director0222093943%4
Occupational Therapy Aide0111021820%5.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant022324246%0.8

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
74 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
11 residents (14.9%)
Medicaid
48 residents (64.9%)
Private pay or other
15 residents (20.3%)
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. 9.5
9% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.1
14% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 10.7%
40% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 17.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 18.5%
19% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 28.1%
8% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 26.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 7.9%
147% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.3%
58% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.0%
24% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.4%
72% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 4.9%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.5%
69% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.3%
42% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 16.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 85.8%
11% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.8%
In line with Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 72.5%
17% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 87.3%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.4%
69% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 61.0%
26% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 82.2%

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 $9K
91% lower than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: $95K

Number of fines 1
52% fewer fines than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 2.1

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 0.7

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $9K
Wisconsin average $95K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Aug 22, 2024
$9K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Family Care Program

WI Medicaid Family Care

Age 65+ or disabled, Wisconsin resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.

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

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

Managed care model; rural/urban balance.

Wisconsin Caregiver Support Program

WI NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Wisconsin resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

High rural demand; ADRC coordination.

IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)

Wisconsin IRIS

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), WI resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

~$2,829/month; QIT optional.

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

Flexible budget; serves ~20,000; participant hires caregivers.

SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance

Wisconsin SeniorCare

Age 65+, WI resident, US citizen/qualified immigrant, not on full Medicaid.

~$24,980-$34,980/year (Level 1-2B, individual); varies by level.

None.

Four benefit levels; serves ~50,000 annually.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wisconsin Medicare Savings Program

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

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

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

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)

Wisconsin WHEAP

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

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

Not assessed.

Covers gas, electric, wood; crisis aid available.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Wisconsin SCSEP

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

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

Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.

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

Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

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

~$155,356 (net worth).

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Property Tax Deferral Loan Program

Wisconsin Property Tax Deferral Loan

Age 65+, WI resident, homeowner, live in home 6+ months/year.

~$24,980/year (household).

Home equity < $500,000; limited other assets.

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; interest ~2%-3%.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wisconsin SFMNP

Age 60+, WI resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$45/season); serves ~15,000 annually.

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