Westerwood

Westerwood is a Nursing Home in Ohio

Westerwood is a Nursing Home in Ohio

Westerwood

5800 Forest Hills Blvd, Columbus, OH 43231 View Map

Westerwood is a Nursing Home in Ohio

Westerwood is a Nursing Home in Ohio

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Overview of Westerwood

Westerwood creates an environment where opportunities arise anywhere residents go; seniors are able to find a list of things available to them in the retirement home. Lifelong learning programs are available to independent living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation community. Westerwood is a warm and welcoming environment that is ready to attend to any need an individual may have.
Westerwood provides a Life Care program that is essentially a rental agreement that offers a one-time entry fee and 50% refundable security. Lifestyle at Westwood is inclusive of restaurant-style fine dining, wellness programs, and social activities that residents are highly encouraged to join. 

(614) 890-8282

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.39/day Ohio avg: 3.54/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Ohio avg: 3.2/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Ohio avg: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Ohio avg: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
Ohio avg: 4.4/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 75

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Ohio average
Occupancy rate 84.8%
Residents per day (avg) 59
Occupancy rate
84.8%
Residents per day (avg)
59

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

28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 25 days

Private pay

71% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$14.6M
Operating deficit
-$888.2K
Voluntary non-profit home Other
Home revenue
$14,583,302.00
Operating deficit
$-888,246.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.7M
32% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.8M
Total costs $15.5M
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The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.
Westerwood
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Columbus (Northland)
-
No
-
26
UNITED CHURCH HOMES MANAGEMENT, INC.
84.8%
$14,312,410.00
$4,669,447.00
32.6%
59.30
5/5
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4/5
4/5
5/5
-
-
-
-
+24%
+8%
McNaughten Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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135
No
-
46
FATICA, MICHAEL
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$18,509,666.00
$7,642,578.00
41.3%
117.60
2/5
3.0089
2/5
3/5
3/5
-
38
2
+60%
-15%
+7%
Crown Pointe Care Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Columbus (Colonial Hills)
90
No
A+
31
MEEKS, AMANDA
95.3%
$10,320,846.00
$4,366,149.00
42.3%
83.70
2/5
2.7344
2/5
1/5
5/5
-
35
1
+6%
-23%
+21%
Columbus Alzheimer Care Center
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

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

Columbus (Olentangy Commons)
99
No
-
45
-
98.6%
$11,332,230.00
$4,259,986.00
37.6%
98.00
2/5
3.0503
1/5
2/5
5/5
1
35
2
+3%
-14%
+25%
Minerva Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

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

Columbus (Northland)
-
No
A+
70
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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Address 9.6 miles from city center — 1.62 miles to nearest hospital (Mount Carmel St. Ann's)

Address 5800 Forest Hills Blvd, Columbus, OH 43231

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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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