WILLIAMS CO HILLSIDE COUNTRY L
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Williams Co Hillside Country Living in Bryan, Ohio, has a Trust Grade of C+, indicating it's slightly above average but not outstanding. It ranks #571 out of 913 facilities in Ohio, placing it in the bottom half, but it is the second-best option out of four in Williams County. The facility's performance is worsening, with the number of issues reported increasing from 2 in 2023 to 7 in 2025. Staffing is a strength, rated 4 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 39%, which is better than the state average. There have been no fines, which is a positive sign, and there is more RN coverage than 78% of other facilities in Ohio, ensuring better monitoring of residents' health. However, there are notable weaknesses. Inspector findings reveal that the facility failed to adequately manage water safety, posing potential health risks to residents, and did not ensure that staff were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which could affect the entire resident population. Additionally, a dishwasher did not reach the required temperature for proper sanitation, risking the health of residents who receive food from the kitchen. While there are strengths in staffing and RN coverage, these health and safety issues raise significant concerns for prospective families.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In Ohio
- #571/913
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 39% turnover. Near Ohio's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Ohio facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 44 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Ohio. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 19 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (39%)
9 points below Ohio average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Ohio average (3.2)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
Near Ohio avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 19 deficiencies on record
Feb 2025
7 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 observation, medical record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure call lights were within reach and ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on medical record review, observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure privacy curtains were maintained in good repair. This affected two residents (#3 and #29) of two resident...
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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
Based on observation, staff interview and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure medications were not left at the bedside. This affected one (#47) of one resident reviewed for me...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on medical record review, staff interview and review of the facility bowel protocol, the facility failed to implement bowel interventions. This affected two (#24 and #52) of two residents review...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of the facility submitted self-reported incidents (SRI), staff interview and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure thorough investigations were completed. This a...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, staff interview, medical record review and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure non-pasteurized eggs were cooked appropriately. This affected three (#11, #23,...
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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 observation, staff interview, review of the facility's water management program, review of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidance and review of facility policy, the facility failed to...
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Aug 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, staff interview, review of the facility's Self-Reported Incidents (SRI), and policy review, the facility...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, staff interview, review of the facility's Self-Reported Incidents (SRI), and policy review, the facility...
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Oct 2022
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0561
(Tag F0561)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, resident interview, staff interview, medical record review, review of the Weather Channel's weather report...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, review of the facility's Self-Reported Incidents (SRI), staff interview, and review of the facil...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on resident interview, family interview, medical record review, staff interview and review of the facility's policy, the f...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observations, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure residents who required assistan...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0888
(Tag F0888)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on review of the facility's staff vaccination COVID-19 log, staff interview, review of the facility's policy, and review of the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) memorandum QSO-23-...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Room Equipment
(Tag F0908)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, staff interview, review of the dishwasher temperature log, and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to ensure the dishwashing machine maintained the appropriate t...
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Oct 2019
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, review of the facility self reported incident (SRI), resident interview, staff interview, and re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, review of the facility self reported incident (SRI), resident interview, staff interview, and re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, staff interview, and facility protocol review, the facility failed to initiate the bowel protoco...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based observation, resident interview, visitor interview, and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain comfortable temperatures in the main dining room. This affected seven residents (#13, #30...
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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.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Ohio facilities.
- • 39% turnover. Below Ohio's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 19 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Williams Co Hillside Country L's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WILLIAMS CO HILLSIDE COUNTRY L an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Ohio, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is Williams Co Hillside Country L Staffed?
CMS rates WILLIAMS CO HILLSIDE COUNTRY L's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 39%, compared to the Ohio average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Williams Co Hillside Country L?
State health inspectors documented 19 deficiencies at WILLIAMS CO HILLSIDE COUNTRY L during 2019 to 2025. These included: 19 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Williams Co Hillside Country L?
WILLIAMS CO HILLSIDE COUNTRY L is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 71 certified beds and approximately 63 residents (about 89% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in BRYAN, Ohio.
How Does Williams Co Hillside Country L Compare to Other Ohio Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Ohio, WILLIAMS CO HILLSIDE COUNTRY L's overall rating (3 stars) is below the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (39%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Williams Co Hillside Country L?
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 Williams Co Hillside Country L Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WILLIAMS CO HILLSIDE COUNTRY L 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 3-star overall rating and ranks #100 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 Williams Co Hillside Country L Stick Around?
WILLIAMS CO HILLSIDE COUNTRY L has a staff turnover rate of 39%, 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 Williams Co Hillside Country L Ever Fined?
WILLIAMS CO HILLSIDE COUNTRY L has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Williams Co Hillside Country L on Any Federal Watch List?
WILLIAMS CO HILLSIDE COUNTRY L 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.