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Assisted Living in Worthington

CMS overall rating Info 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 Laurels of Worthington

Assisted Living in Worthington

CMS overall rating Info 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 Laurels of Worthington

Overview of The Laurels of Worthington

A nursing home driven by results and full recovery, The Laurels of Worthington aims to improve the lifestyles of its residents. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitative services, professional caregivers and nurses are committed to ensuring a sense of home and belonging where everyone is welcome and included.
A facility that delivers a top-notch level of care and state-of-the-art technology, The senior living home excels in a person-centered approach that empowers residents to thrive with full support, flexibility, and comfort.

They provide comprehensive and exclusive programs, such as wellness checks, personalized care plans, and housing accommodations (transportation, maintenance, ADLs). Nursing home activities delivered through assisted living support include rehabilitative therapies (physical, occupational, speech), wound care, restorative nursing, and memory care programs.

(614) 885-0408

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
3/5
Ohio average: 3.4/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
2/5
Ohio average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info 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.
4/5
Ohio average: 2.9/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
5/5
Ohio average: 4.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 49m per day

This home provides 0% more nursing time per resident than the Ohio average.

Ohio average: 3h 50m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 95

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Ohio average
Occupancy rate 66%
Residents per day (avg) 90
Occupancy rate
66%
Residents per day (avg)
90

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

18% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

67% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.4M
Operating loss
-$281.9K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.4M
Operating loss
-$281.9K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.3M
39.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.4M
Total costs $13.7M
Years in operation
28 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 55 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Additional Licensing Details

CMS Certification Number365256

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMr. Brad Payne, President

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Types of Care at The Laurels of Worthington

Nursing Home Memory Care Assisted Living

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 8

Ohio average 6.7


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations 36

Ohio average 30.9

Citations per inspection
4.5

Ohio average 4.59


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

28 of 36 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 36 resulted from complaint investigations.

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

Ohio average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.9

0 critical citations More info Ohio average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Ohio average: 0.9

36 moderate citations More info Ohio average: 29

0 minor citations More info Ohio average: 0.7
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jul 17, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Nov 04, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Nov 04, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Nov 04, 2024
Corrected

Compare Assisted Living around Worthington The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.

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Laurels of Norworth
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Worthington (Worthington Estates East)
126
No
50
Studio
A+
-
-
0
The Laurels of Worthington
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Worthington
95
No
55
Studio
A+
-
-
0
Bickford of Worthington
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Worthington
56
Yes
52
Studio
A+
Glasgow Hockett
90
1
Kemper House Worthington
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Worthington
-
Yes
39
Studio
-
Tammy Meyers
85
0

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 107
Employees 83
Contractors 24
Staff to resident ratio 1.18:1
45% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average ratio: 2.14:1

Avg staff/day 47
Average shift 8 hours
0% compared with Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.1 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 34,019
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 46
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

10%

3,398 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Assistant: 6 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4604617,50391100%8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse150154,86691100%9.1
Registered Nurse110113,22591100%9.8
Speech Language Pathologist0441,2357886%6.4
Other Dietary Services Staff3031,06291100%7.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist2021,0476875%8.2
RN Director of Nursing2029376369%8.6
Physical Therapy Aide0337906571%6.6
Administrator1015126470%8
Dietitian1014906268%7.9
Mental Health Service Worker1014906268%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014886167%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0444777684%4.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0333976268%6
Qualified Social Worker0222936268%4.7
Occupational Therapy Aide0111132022%5.7
Medical Director011481213%4
Occupational Therapy Assistant066453842%1.1
46 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
15 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 86%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 75%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 69%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 67%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 84%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 68%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 68%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 22%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 13%
6 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 42%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
91 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
10 residents (11%)
Medicaid
59 residents (64.8%)
Private pay or other
22 residents (24.2%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

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. 2.8
52% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 5.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 9.2
28% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 12.7

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 1.6%
76% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 6.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 3.1%
65% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 22.8%
In line with Ohio average

Ohio average: 22.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.0%
42% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.0%
29% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 3.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.4%
62% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 7.9%
67% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 24.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 8.9%
5% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.7%
5% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 92.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.8%
5% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 94.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 89.0%
14% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 78.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.4%
12% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 87.4%
16% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 75.6%

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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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