Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Ohio

Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation… is a Nursing Home in Ohio

Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

4102 Rocky River Dr, Cleveland, OH 44135 View Map

Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Ohio

Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation… is a Nursing Home in Ohio

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Overview of Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Nestled in Cleveland, Rocky River Gardens is a short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility with extensive medical services that ensures comprehensive on-site support. With the goal of rehabilitating patients to independence, their expert care partners endeavor to build personalized plans to promote the fullest extent of well-being. They nurture patients holistically as they also offer a range of services to help residents and families navigate the complex healthcare system and access resources vital for recovery.
In addition to the professional care given by staff, the activities and amenities available at Rocky River Garden include social functions, beauty shops, live entertainment, community support, and life-enrichment programs. This community is committed to serving seniors to reach the maximum quality of life possible.

+1 216-251-3300

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.35/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Ohio average
Occupancy rate 84.9%
Residents per day (avg) 95
Occupancy rate
84.9%
Residents per day (avg)
95

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

Might be optimal for
Long-term residence Daily assistance Occasional rehab needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

7% 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 5 - 6 months

Medicaid

24% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12.2M
Profit
$562.7K
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$12,167,117.00
Profit
$562,704.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.9M
40% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.7M
Total costs $11.6M
Years in operation
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 48 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.
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SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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Address 7.6 miles from city center

Address 4102 Rocky River Dr, Cleveland, OH 44135

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

122
Total Staff
102
Employees
20
Contractors
35,712
Total Hours (Quarter)
47
Avg Staff/Day
8.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse 13 9.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse 27 9.5 No
Certified Nursing Assistant 54 8.3 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
94 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services
12 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
2.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services
6 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
9%
of total hours from contractors
3,232 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Registered Nurse: 7 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant 54 0 54 16,809 91 100% 8.3
Licensed Practical Nurse 27 0 27 9,841 91 100% 9.5
Registered Nurse 6 7 13 2,003 89 98% 9.5
Other Dietary Services Staff 5 0 5 1,584 91 100% 7.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist 2 0 2 857 65 71% 7.8
Speech Language Pathologist 0 3 3 812 80 88% 6.9
Nurse Practitioner 3 0 3 744 68 75% 8
Dietitian 1 0 1 488 61 67% 8
Respiratory Therapy Technician 0 2 2 480 62 68% 7.6
Administrator 2 0 2 456 57 63% 8
Physical Therapy Assistant 0 2 2 430 57 63% 7.5
Mental Health Service Worker 1 0 1 387 50 55% 7.7
Physical Therapy Aide 0 3 3 353 54 59% 5
Occupational Therapy Aide 0 1 1 199 32 35% 6.2
Dental Services Staff 1 0 1 154 18 20% 8.5
Qualified Social Worker 0 1 1 95 43 47% 2.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 1 1 23 3 3% 7.7

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Dec 2019 – Dec 2024)

9
Inspections
39
Total Citations
3
Critical (J-L)
2
Serious (G-I)
4.33
Citations/Inspection
Dec 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
34
Serious (G-I)
2
Critical (J-L)
3
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
9
23% of total
Pharmacy Services
9
23% of total
Resident Rights
5
13% of total
Administration
3
8% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
3
8% of total
Infection Control
2
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 31
Complaint Investigations 10
State Comparison (OH)
Citations
39
Ohio average: 30.9
Critical Citations
3
Ohio average: 0.3
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
Date Severity ? Category Tag Status
Dec 04, 2024 J Abuse/Neglect F0600 Corrected
Dec 04, 2024 D Quality of Care F0690 Corrected
Oct 23, 2024 J Quality of Care F0689 Corrected
Jul 22, 2024 J Abuse/Neglect F0600 Corrected
Jul 22, 2024 D Resident Rights F0550 Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 F Nutrition F0812 Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 D Pharmacy F0756 Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 D Pharmacy F0758 Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 D Pharmacy F0759 Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 F Pharmacy F0761 Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 D Quality of Care F0686 Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 D Care Planning F0637 Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 D Care Planning F0641 Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 D Care Planning F0842 Corrected
Apr 12, 2024 D Resident Rights F0569 Corrected
Dec 15, 2023 F Environmental F0921 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 G Abuse/Neglect F0603 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 D Administration F0849 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 D Infection Control F0880 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 D Pharmacy F0756 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 E Pharmacy F0758 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 D Quality of Care F0677 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 D Quality of Care F0686 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 G Quality of Care F0689 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 D Quality of Care F0692 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 D Quality of Care F0694 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 D Care Planning F0656 Corrected
Jun 14, 2023 D Resident Rights F0578 Corrected
Apr 14, 2023 D Quality of Care F0684 Corrected
Feb 09, 2023 D Pharmacy F0761 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Administration F0770 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Administration F0776 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Infection Control F0880 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 E Pharmacy F0755 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Pharmacy F0756 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 E Care Planning F0641 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Care Planning F0657 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Resident Rights F0550 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Resident Rights F0554 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
110 Total Residents
Medicare 3 (2.7%)
Medicaid 96 (87.3%)
Private Pay/Other 11 (10%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
5.6 Score
Near average Ohio avg: 5.8

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
8.8 Score
30% better than avg Ohio avg: 12.7

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
16.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.3%
Depressive Symptoms
21.3%
Falls with Major Injury
4.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
84.0%
Antipsychotic Use
14.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
2.6%
Influenza Vaccine
89.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
3.8%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
22.6%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
80.7% Near average Ohio: 78.0%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.0% 100% better than avg Ohio: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
52.7% 30% worse than avg Ohio: 75.6%

Penalties & 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 $105K Ohio avg: $69K 52% worse than avg
Number of Fines 5 Ohio avg: 1.9
Payment Denials 1 25 total days
Compared to Ohio Average Facility: $105K | Ohio Avg: $69K
Penalty History

Showing first 5 of 6 penalties (Jun 2023 - Oct 2024)

Oct 23, 2024 Civil Money Penalty
$17K
Oct 23, 2024 Civil Money Penalty
$17K
Oct 23, 2024 Payment Denial
25 days
Jul 22, 2024 Civil Money Penalty
$34K
Jun 14, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$16K
Jun 14, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$21K

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+, Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

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

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

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+, Ohio resident, at risk of decline.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized), OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.

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

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+, OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

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

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

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

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

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

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

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Ohio SCSEP

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

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

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

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

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled), OH resident, homeowner, low-income.

~$38,500/year (individual, adjusted annually).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.

~$147,600/year (family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county).

Not assessed; hardship-focused.

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

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