SERENITY SPRING SENIOR LIVING AT ARLINGTON
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Serenity Spring Senior Living at Arlington has a Trust Grade of B, which means it is a good choice overall, reflecting solid performance but with room for improvement. It ranks #335 out of 913 facilities in Ohio, placing it in the top half, and #3 out of 6 in Hancock County, indicating only one local option is rated higher. The facility is improving, having reduced issues from 6 in 2023 to 4 in 2024. Staffing is average with a turnover rate of 45%, which is better than the Ohio average of 49%, suggesting that staff members tend to stay longer, contributing to better resident care. However, the facility has incurred $20,265 in fines, which is concerning as it is higher than 81% of other facilities in Ohio, indicating some compliance issues. While there is a good amount of RN coverage, the facility has faced specific concerns, such as failing to properly date and cover open food products in the kitchen, which could affect all residents. Additionally, they did not have a proper Legionella water management program in place, posing potential health risks. There were also issues with staff not following hand hygiene protocols during food preparation, which could further compromise resident safety. Overall, Serenity Spring has strengths in staffing stability but needs to address its compliance and hygiene practices.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Ohio
- #335/913
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 45% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ○ Average
- $20,265 in fines. Higher than 51% of Ohio facilities. Some compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 40 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Ohio. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Ohio avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 11 deficiencies on record
Apr 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure communication was maintained between the fac...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of the medical record, staff interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to complete for advanced...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure open food products were dated and covered in the kitchen. This had the potential to affect all 33 residents who ...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on the facility's water management program information, staff interview, review of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidance, and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to have ...
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Jul 2023
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observations, resident and staff interview and policy review, the facility failed to ensure the ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, staff interviews, record review, and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure fall in...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, observation, staff interview, and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure a residen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Antibiotic Stewardship
(Tag F0881)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, review of facility's infection control logs, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure resident...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0800
(Tag F0800)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review, observation, and staff interview, the facility failed to provide adequate portions of protein to residents on texture modified diets. This affected seven residents (#6, #12, #1...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observations, staff interviews, and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure proper hand hygiene was used during food preparation and dishwashing. This affected one reside...
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Feb 2020
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0676
(Tag F0676)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and staff interview; the facility failed to ensure a resident was provided a restorative nursing ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • $20,265 in fines. Higher than 94% of Ohio facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
About This Facility
What is Serenity Spring Senior Living At Arlington's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns SERENITY SPRING SENIOR LIVING AT ARLINGTON an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Ohio, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Serenity Spring Senior Living At Arlington Staffed?
CMS rates SERENITY SPRING SENIOR LIVING AT ARLINGTON's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 45%, compared to the Ohio average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Serenity Spring Senior Living At Arlington?
State health inspectors documented 11 deficiencies at SERENITY SPRING SENIOR LIVING AT ARLINGTON during 2020 to 2024. These included: 11 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Serenity Spring Senior Living At Arlington?
SERENITY SPRING SENIOR LIVING AT ARLINGTON is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by CONTINUUM HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 50 certified beds and approximately 39 residents (about 78% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in ARLINGTON, Ohio.
How Does Serenity Spring Senior Living At Arlington Compare to Other Ohio Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Ohio, SERENITY SPRING SENIOR LIVING AT ARLINGTON's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (45%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Serenity Spring Senior Living At Arlington?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Serenity Spring Senior Living At Arlington Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, SERENITY SPRING SENIOR LIVING AT ARLINGTON has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Ohio. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Serenity Spring Senior Living At Arlington Stick Around?
SERENITY SPRING SENIOR LIVING AT ARLINGTON has a staff turnover rate of 45%, which is about average for Ohio nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Serenity Spring Senior Living At Arlington Ever Fined?
SERENITY SPRING SENIOR LIVING AT ARLINGTON has been fined $20,265 across 5 penalty actions. This is below the Ohio average of $33,282. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Serenity Spring Senior Living At Arlington on Any Federal Watch List?
SERENITY SPRING SENIOR LIVING AT ARLINGTON is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.