Paramount Senior Living at Polaris
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Westerville, OH

Paramount Senior Living at Polaris

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Westerville, OH

Overview of Paramount Senior Living at Polaris

Paramount Senior Living at Polaris is an exceptional home located in Westerville, Ohio that offers a unique combination of assisted living with memory care. Seniors can rely on personalized assistance with daily activities while also benefiting from specialized support for memory-related needs. Memory care support groups are also available, providing a supportive environment where residents can share experiences, engage in meaningful conversations, and find comfort in the company of others who understand their journey.
The committed staff at Paramount Senior Living at Polaris strives to provide the highest quality of care, ensuring that each resident receives the support they need to live a fulfilling and enriching life. From assistance with daily tasks to specialized memory care programs, they prioritize meeting the unique needs of every individual. In addition to the memory care services, Paramount Senior Living at Polaris offers a range of amenities and activities designed to enhance the overall well-being of the residents. From elegant dining options to beautiful outdoor spaces, there are plenty of opportunities for relaxation, socialization, and enjoyment.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 115

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #130 / 231Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 130th out of 231 nursing homes we track in Ohio for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Ohio facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
38 / 100

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$2000/Month

License Details

StatusActive
CountyDelaware

Ownership & Operating Entity

Paramount Senior Living at Polaris is administered by Hannah Wantz.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency call response system in each suite.
Safety FeaturesFire safety system.

Leadership

Director of NursingLori Pensis

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Short-Term Rehab
Outpatient Therapy

Additional Services

3 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Paramount Advanced Care UnitA higher-acuity assisted living option for residents needing complex clinical care, such as wound treatment, IV medications, feeding tubes, injections, or drains. It can help avoid a move to a hospital or nursing facility.
Housekeeping

Contact Information

Fax(614) 392-2692

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Porch
Cable Tv
Media and Living Room Areas
Landscaped Grounds
Private Dining Room

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Private Room Semi-Private / Shared Room Suite
In-Room Features
Private Kitchens

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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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Ohio average:
• Total citations (650% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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

This FacilityOH Averagevs. OH Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 152.0 This facility has 650% more total citations than a typical Ohio nursing home (15 vs. OH avg 2).↑ 650% worse

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

75 / 100

2025 – 2026 Period

Based on 25 completed resident interviews out of 80 eligible residents, collected August 2025 through January 2026. Ohio has not yet published statewide averages for this survey.

Care and services

85 / 100

Environment

92 / 100

Moving in

60 / 100

Facility culture

76 / 100

Caregivers

71 / 100

Spending time

69 / 100

Meals and dining

84 / 100

Managed by Renee Vogel

Administrator, Paracore Home Health Care & Hospice

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Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Westerville's city center to Paramount Senior Living at Polaris's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.27 miles to nearest hospital (Mount Carmel St. Ann's)

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the OH Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Ohio average is: 54.7% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
The Landings of Westerville ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
SNF
W. Westerville
120
Facility 120
OH AVG 82
Rank #35 / 183
94.0%
Facility 94.0%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #46 / 152
+11%
2.88
Facility 2.88
OH AVG 3.48
Rank #141 / 170
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +16%-17%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #1 / 172
7
Facility 7
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #10 / 172
2.3
Facility 2.3
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #13 / 172
1113-
28
Facility 28
OH AVG 42
Rank #157 / 231
Josie Woosley
$23.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $23.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
OH AVG $10.4M
Rank #4 / 170
$9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
OH AVG $5.5M
Rank #10 / 170
42.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 42.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
OH AVG 54.7%
Rank #159 / 170
366494
Forest Hills Center ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
MC
PC
SNF
Columbus
75
Facility 75
OH AVG 82
Rank #97 / 183
96.0%
Facility 96.0%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #66 / 152
+13%
2.92
Facility 2.92
OH AVG 3.48
Rank #116 / 170
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +17%-16%
$0
Facility $0
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #1 / 172
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #152 / 172
5.4
Facility 5.4
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #129 / 172
-72-
45
Facility 45
OH AVG 42
Rank #109 / 231
-$8.0M*Fiscal year ending 12/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$3.6M*Fiscal year ending 12/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.44.5%*Fiscal year ending 12/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.365980
Columbus Colony For Elderly Care ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
AL
Westerville
99
Facility 99
OH AVG 82
Rank #48 / 183
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
OH AVG 85%
Rank #85 / 152
+3%
2.94
Facility 2.94
OH AVG 3.48
Rank #141 / 170
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +57%-16%
$169.6k
Facility $169.6k
OH AVG $81.1k
Rank #168 / 172
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 31.2
Rank #147 / 172
6.9
Facility 6.9
OH AVG 4.8
Rank #151 / 172
587-
46
Facility 46
OH AVG 42
Rank #100 / 231
Ohio School For The Deaf Alumni Association
$7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
OH AVG $10.4M
Rank #120 / 170
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
OH AVG $5.5M
Rank #94 / 170
69.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 69.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
OH AVG 54.7%
Rank #13 / 170
365421

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Ohio

Paramount Senior Living at Polaris is located in Westerville, Ohio.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Paramount Senior Living at Polaris

Who is the Director of Nursing at Paramount Senior Living at Polaris?

Lori Pensis is the Director of Nursing at Paramount Senior Living at Polaris.

Is Paramount Senior Living at Polaris in a walkable area?

Paramount Senior Living at Polaris has a walk score of 38. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Paramount Senior Living at Polaris?

No, Paramount Senior Living at Polaris has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Paramount Senior Living at Polaris?

The team at Paramount Senior Living at Polaris can be reached at hwantz@paramountsl.net.

Who is the administrator of Paramount Senior Living at Polaris?

Hannah Wantz is the administrator of Paramount Senior Living at Polaris.

How many beds does Paramount Senior Living at Polaris have?

Paramount Senior Living at Polaris has 115 beds.

How much does Paramount Senior Living at Polaris cost per month?

Pricing at Paramount Senior Living at Polaris starts at $2,000 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

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