Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Oberlin, Ohio
2 of 2 nursing homes in Oberlin (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
104
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Oberlin, Ohio, is adequate, with all 2 facilities recommended. Families should consider KENDAL AT OBERLIN, which boasts an excellent rating of 5 stars, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 KENDAL AT OBERLIN (90) — Kendal at Oberlin boasts an impressive 5★ CMS rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to excellence in care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility is dedicated to serving the community and providing a supportive environment for its residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 WELCOME NURSING HOME (78) — Welcome Nursing Home offers a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Grade B, ensuring quality care in a larger setting with 99 beds. With a Trust Score of 78/100 and no fines, this for-profit facility continues to focus on resident satisfaction while maintaining a professional standard.
Recommended
Kendal at Oberlin boasts an impressive 5★ CMS rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to excellence in care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility is dedicated to serving the community and providing a supportive environment for its residents.
Welcome Nursing Home offers a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Grade B, ensuring quality care in a larger setting with 99 beds. With a Trust Score of 78/100 and no fines, this for-profit facility continues to focus on resident satisfaction while maintaining a professional standard.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Oberlin Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Oberlin 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?"
Oberlin's city average is 4.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Oberlin facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Oberlin avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Oberlin 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 Oberlin, OH are recommended?
2 of 2 nursing homes in Oberlin (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Oberlin "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 Oberlin?
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.