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Total health inspections
7
Ohio average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Primarily long-term care, limited rehab
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.
Nursing Home
Veranda Gardens
Overview of Veranda Gardens
Recover quickly and achieve your full potential in Veranda Gardens, a vibrant and welcoming community in Cincinnati, OH, offering short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. They employ highly skilled registered nurses to support residents with their needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Those recovering from an injury or hospitalization have access to excellent therapists who create customized care plans for every resident, ensuring they are given the right services to heal quickly.
Their team also helps families and other caregivers to get their much-deserved break by offering a respite program. Various activities and social events are also available to foster social interaction among residents while keeping them active. To ensure residents are given care even in their end-of-life journey, their team is always ready to offer compassionate hospice care. At Veranda Gardens, residents can rest assured that their unique needs, goals, and preferences are respected as they receive care.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
99
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
88.4%
Residents per day (avg)
87
Occupancy rate
88.4%
Residents per day (avg)
87
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term residence
Daily assistance
Occasional rehab needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
10% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
20 days
Private pay
74% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
7 months
Medicaid
16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$11.3M
Operating loss
-$180.5K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$11,300,620.00
Operating loss
$-180,465.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.6M
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.
$6.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.5M
Walk Score: 52 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
366347
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Mr. Alec Walker, Administrator
Care Services
Accepts Medicare
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Non-Invasive Ventilator Care, Memory Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Hospice & Palliative Care
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: 3-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Recreational Activities
Types of Care at Veranda Gardens
Nursing Home
Memory Care
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.
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.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
39
Citations per inspection
5.57
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
33 of 39 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 39 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
35 moderate citations
2 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Oct 12, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services critical citation
Oct 12, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Oct 12, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Oct 12, 2024
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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The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.
Beechwood Home
-34%
+30%
+20%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Cincinnati (Evanston)
80
-
56
BAECHTOLD, WILLIAM
94.5%
$8,788,275.00
$5,559,568.00
63.3%
75
4.6145
-
13
-
-34%+30%+20%Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Mount Washington Care Center
+27%
-8%
-18%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Cincinnati (Fruit Hill)
129
A+
32
EDITH OLANOFF 2011 TRUST DATED 10/21/2011
64.7%
$11,788,723.00
$5,204,991.00
44.2%
78.20
3.2486
-
39
1
+27%-8%-18%Private / Shared Rooms
Veranda Gardens
-14%
-8%
+12%
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Cincinnati
99
-
52
SMITH, BRITTANY
88.4%
$11,300,521.00
$4,610,236.00
40.8%
87
3.2403
1
39
2
-14%-8%+12%Private / Semi-Private Rooms
CareCore at Meadows
-12%
-19%
-3%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Cincinnati
60
-
44
-
76.6%
$7,698,534.00
$3,151,320.00
40.9%
82.40
2.8645
1
61
2
-12%-19%-3%Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Miami Haven Nursing Home
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Cleves
-
-
16
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Beechwood Home
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Cincinnati (Evanston)
Bed Count:
80
Operator:
BAECHTOLD, WILLIAM
CCN:
365445
Occupancy:
94.5%
Home Revenue:
$8,788,275.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,559,568.00
Payroll %:
63.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
75
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.6145
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
13
RN share vs State Avg:
-34%
-34%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+30%
+30%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+20%
+20%
Bed Options:
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Mount Washington Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Cincinnati (Fruit Hill)
Bed Count:
129
Operator:
EDITH OLANOFF 2011 TRUST DATED 10/21/2011
CCN:
365423
Occupancy:
64.7%
Home Revenue:
$11,788,723.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,204,991.00
Payroll %:
44.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
78.20
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2486
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
39
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+27%
+27%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-18%
-18%
Bed Options:
Private / Shared Rooms
Veranda Gardens
Type of care:
MC
SNF
Community:
Cincinnati
Bed Count:
99
Operator:
SMITH, BRITTANY
CCN:
366347
Occupancy:
88.4%
Home Revenue:
$11,300,521.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,610,236.00
Payroll %:
40.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
87
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2403
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
39
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-14%
-14%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+12%
+12%
Bed Options:
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
CareCore at Meadows
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Cincinnati
Bed Count:
60
CCN:
366175
Occupancy:
76.6%
Home Revenue:
$7,698,534.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,151,320.00
Payroll %:
40.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
82.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.8645
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
61
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-12%
-12%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-19%
-19%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-3%
-3%
Bed Options:
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
152
Total Staff
139
Employees
13
Contractors
33,936
Total Hours (Quarter)
38
Avg Staff/Day
9.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 10 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 36 | 11.4 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 62 | 10.8 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
118 staff
10.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
11 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
4 staff
4.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
10 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
4.4%
of total hours from contractors
1,487 contractor hours this quarter
Other Physician: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 62 | 0 | 62 | 16,219 | 91 | 100% | 10.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 36 | 0 | 36 | 8,032 | 91 | 100% | 11.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 1,827 | 90 | 99% | 10 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,375 | 71 | 78% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,070 | 84 | 92% | 6.4 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,019 | 62 | 68% | 11.3 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 555 | 64 | 70% | 8.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 519 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 510 | 68 | 75% | 7.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 479 | 56 | 62% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 443 | 63 | 69% | 7 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 368 | 61 | 67% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 316 | 39 | 43% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 282 | 59 | 65% | 4.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 152 | 40 | 44% | 3.8 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 1 | 0 | 1 | 136 | 17 | 19% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 85 | 35 | 38% | 2.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 32 | 6 | 7% | 5.3 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 4% | 1.5 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
90 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicaid
87 residents (96.7%)
Private pay or other
3 residents (3.3%)
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.
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.
5.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.1
12% 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.
6.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
6.5
49% 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
4.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
4.9%
45% 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
12.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
12.4%
44% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 22.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.0%
13% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 3.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.6%
17% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
45% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 0.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.9%
75% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 6.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
59.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
59.1%
146% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 24.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
3.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
3.2%
62% better than Ohio averageOhio average: 8.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.8%
7% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 92.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.5%
In line with Ohio averageOhio average: 94.5%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
60.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
60.5%
22% worse 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
69.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
69.1%
9% worse than Ohio averageOhio average: 75.6%
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
$31K
55% 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
$31K
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.
Oct 12, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 12, 2024
$31K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Veranda Gardens based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
88.4%
↑ 6.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$180,465
↓ ~$262K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,980,907
↑ ~$891K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-1.6%
↓ 2.4pp vs 2022
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