Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lakewood, Ohio
2 of 3 nursing homes in Lakewood (67%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
235
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Lakewood, Ohio, is adequate with 3 total facilities, of which 2 are recommended. Families should note that the top facility, Crestmont North Nursing Home, has a solid rating of 4 stars, and there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 CRESTMONT NORTH NURSING HOME (73) — Crestmont North Nursing Home boasts a strong CMS 4-star rating and maintains a Trust Score of 73/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With no fines reported and a Grade B, this 71-bed facility ensures residents receive attentive service and a comfortable environment, making it a solid choice for nursing home care.
- 2 O'NEILL HEALTHCARE LAKEWOOD (70) — O'Neill Healthcare Lakewood shines with a CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, reflecting its dedication to quality. This 114-bed facility has maintained a Grade B and zero fines, indicating a strong focus on resident well-being and satisfaction in a supportive environment.
The other 1 Lakewood facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Crestmont North Nursing Home boasts a strong CMS 4-star rating and maintains a Trust Score of 73/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With no fines reported and a Grade B, this 71-bed facility ensures residents receive attentive service and a comfortable environment, making it a solid choice for nursing home care.
O'Neill Healthcare Lakewood shines with a CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, reflecting its dedication to quality. This 114-bed facility has maintained a Grade B and zero fines, indicating a strong focus on resident well-being and satisfaction in a supportive environment.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lakewood Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Lakewood Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Lakewood's city average is 3.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Lakewood facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lakewood avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lakewood facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Lakewood, OH are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Lakewood (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lakewood "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Lakewood?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.