KENDAL AT OBERLIN
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Kendal at Oberlin has received a Trust Grade of A, which means it is considered excellent and highly recommended for families seeking care. It ranks #91 out of 913 facilities in Ohio, placing it in the top half of all nursing homes in the state, and it is the top facility out of 20 in Lorain County. The facility is new and has no recorded issues or deficiencies, indicating a strong start. Staffing, however, is rated poorly with a 0 out of 5 stars, but it does have a commendable turnover rate of 0%, meaning staff are staying long-term, which can benefit residents. With no fines on record, it reflects a commitment to compliance and care quality, making it a strong choice despite the staffing concerns.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Ohio
- #91/913
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Too New
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- Turnover data not reported for this facility.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Ohio facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- RN staffing data not reported for this facility.
- Violations ✓ Good
- No deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 0 deficiencies on record
Clean Inspection Record
This facility has zero deficiencies on record - the average nursing home has 7. Only 1% of facilities nationally achieve a completely clean inspection record.
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
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Ohio.
- • 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.
- • No deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Kendal At Oberlin's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns KENDAL AT OBERLIN an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much 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 Kendal At Oberlin Staffed?
Detailed staffing data for KENDAL AT OBERLIN is not available in the current CMS dataset.
What Have Inspectors Found at Kendal At Oberlin?
Based on CMS data, KENDAL AT OBERLIN has no deficiency citations on record during the current review period. This is relatively uncommon - most facilities receive at least some citations during routine inspections.
Who Owns and Operates Kendal At Oberlin?
KENDAL AT OBERLIN is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by KENDAL, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 5 certified beds and approximately 1 residents (about 20% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in OBERLIN, Ohio.
How Does Kendal At Oberlin Compare to Other Ohio Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Ohio, KENDAL AT OBERLIN's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2 and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Kendal At Oberlin?
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 Kendal At Oberlin Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, KENDAL AT OBERLIN 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 5-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 Kendal At Oberlin Stick Around?
KENDAL AT OBERLIN has not reported staff turnover data to CMS. Staff turnover matters because consistent caregivers learn residents' individual needs, medications, and preferences. When staff frequently change, this institutional knowledge is lost. Families should ask the facility directly about their staff retention rates and average employee tenure.
Was Kendal At Oberlin Ever Fined?
KENDAL AT OBERLIN 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 Kendal At Oberlin on Any Federal Watch List?
KENDAL AT OBERLIN 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.