OHIO LIVING QUAKER HEIGHTS
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Ohio Living Quaker Heights has a Trust Grade of B+, which means it is above average and generally recommended for families seeking care. It ranks #131 out of 913 facilities in Ohio, placing it in the top half, and #2 out of 16 in Warren County, indicating that it is one of the best local options. However, the facility is currently worsening, with issues increasing from 2 in 2020 to 8 in 2023. While it has a solid staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars, indicating good care, the turnover rate of 57% is average, suggesting that staff may not stay long-term. Notably, there were no fines, which is a positive sign, but the facility has less RN coverage than 85% of state facilities, potentially impacting the quality of care. Recent inspections revealed concerning issues, such as improper food storage that could affect all 56 residents, and unclear documentation of advanced directives for several residents, which is critical for end-of-life care. Additionally, there were gaps in care plans for residents with complex needs, particularly for those with severe cognitive impairments, which raises concerns about adequate attention to their individual health requirements. Overall, while Ohio Living Quaker Heights has strengths in staffing and no fines, families should weigh these against the recent trends in issues and specific care deficiencies.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Ohio
- #131/913
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 57% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Ohio facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 31 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Ohio. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 13 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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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 staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
11pts above Ohio avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
9 points above Ohio average of 48%
The Ugly 13 deficiencies on record
Nov 2023
8 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0637
(Tag F0637)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to complete a comprehensive assessment after a significant change in c...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0645
(Tag F0645)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to refer a resident with a serious mental disorder and dementia to the appropriate State-designated authority for a Preadmissi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0805
(Tag F0805)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to prepare food in a form designed to meet the resident's individual needs. This affected three (Residents #4, #5 and #354) of th...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to have clear documentation of advanced directives in the electronic medical record. This affected four (Residents #9, #10,#13 and #25) of fiv...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 3. Review of Resident #48's medical record revealed an admission to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses including pressure ul...
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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 record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to store foods in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. This had the potential to affect 56 residents w...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Transfer Notice
(Tag F0623)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the Ombudsman was notified when residents were discharged to...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
MDS Data Transmission
(Tag F0640)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure all Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments were transmitte...
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Jan 2020
2 deficiencies
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
Based on record review, review of the facility's Self-Reported Incidents, review of the facility's policy and staff interview, the facility failed to report an injury of unknown origin to the State Su...
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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
Based on record review, review of the facility's policy and staff interview the facility failed to investigate a resident's injuries of unknown origin which involved a fractured tibia and fibula. This...
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Nov 2018
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
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 policy review the facility failed to ensure care plans were initiated. This ...
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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 medical record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure ensure an explanation was documented as to why ...
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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, observation, staff interview and policy review the facility failed to ensure a resident who was ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (80/100). 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.
- • 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • 57% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Ohio Living Quaker Heights's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns OHIO LIVING QUAKER HEIGHTS 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 Ohio Living Quaker Heights Staffed?
CMS rates OHIO LIVING QUAKER HEIGHTS's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 57%, which is 11 percentage points above the Ohio average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Ohio Living Quaker Heights?
State health inspectors documented 13 deficiencies at OHIO LIVING QUAKER HEIGHTS during 2018 to 2023. These included: 11 with potential for harm and 2 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Ohio Living Quaker Heights?
OHIO LIVING QUAKER HEIGHTS is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by OHIO LIVING COMMUNITIES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 66 certified beds and approximately 59 residents (about 89% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in WAYNESVILLE, Ohio.
How Does Ohio Living Quaker Heights Compare to Other Ohio Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Ohio, OHIO LIVING QUAKER HEIGHTS's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (57%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Ohio Living Quaker Heights?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "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?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate.
Is Ohio Living Quaker Heights Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, OHIO LIVING QUAKER HEIGHTS 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 Ohio Living Quaker Heights Stick Around?
Staff turnover at OHIO LIVING QUAKER HEIGHTS is high. At 57%, the facility is 11 percentage points above the Ohio average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Ohio Living Quaker Heights Ever Fined?
OHIO LIVING QUAKER HEIGHTS 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 Ohio Living Quaker Heights on Any Federal Watch List?
OHIO LIVING QUAKER HEIGHTS 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.