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Family members of Ohioans who live in nursing homes are generally satisfied with the care and services their loved ones receive there, according to the results of the 2010 Nursing Home Family Satisfaction Survey. The statewide average satisfaction score for facilities was 87.93 (out of a possible 100); 25 facilities scored 95.7 or better. The satisfaction ratings and other information about nursing homes in the state are available on the Ohio Long-term Care Consumer Guide.
The family satisfaction survey was conducted between June and December 2010 by the Scripps Gerontology Center of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, on behalf of the Ohio Department of Aging. Nearly 30,000 family members and 931 facilities participated. Of the 711 participating facilities with statistically significant results, 375 scored above the state average, earning them an additional "quality point" in a reimbursement formula used by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Survey costs are supported by a fee charged to nursing homes by the state.
The survey asked family members their opinions on activities, administration, admission, choices, direct care and nursing, laundry, meals and dining, social services, therapy and general satisfaction. Researchers identified two key questions: "Overall, do you like this facility?" and "Would you recommend this facility to a family member or friend?" Sixteen facilities scored 100 on both questions:
| Facility Name | City | County | Overall Score* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Ridge Nursing Home | North Ridgeville | Lorain | 99.6 |
| St. Augustine Manor | Cleveland | Cuyahoga | 99.2 |
| Rosary Care Center | Sylvania | Lucas | 99.0 |
| Mount Notre Dame Health Center | Cincinnati | Hamilton | 98.6 |
| Belmont Manor | St. Clairsville | Belmont | 98.2 |
| Chillicothe Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Chillicothe | Ross | 97.7 |
| Saint Angela Center | Pepper Pike | Cuyahoga | 97.6 |
| Lakewood Senior Health Campus | Lakewood | Cuyahoga | 97.4 |
| House of Loreto | Canton | Stark | 97.4 |
| Woodland Country Manor, Inc. | Somerville | Butler | 97.1 |
| Traditions at Stygler Road | Gahanna | Franklin | 97.1 |
| Grace Brethren Village | Englewood | Montgomery | 97.0 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Oregon | Lucas | 97.0 |
| Morris Nursing Home | Bethel | Clermont | 96.8 |
| Ursuline Center | Toledo | Lucas | 96.8 |
| Wellington Place | North Olmsted | Cuyahoga | 96.7 |
| Sarah Jane Living Center | Delphos | Van Wert | 96.6 |
| Meadowwood Care Center | Georgetown | Brown | 96.6 |
| Mohun Health Care Center | Columbus | Franklin | 96.6 |
| Glenmont | Hilliard | Franklin | 96.3 |
| Bethany Nursing Home, Inc. | Canton | Stark | 96.0 |
| Archbishop Leibold Home | Cincinnati | Hamilton | 95.8 |
| Majora Lane Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing Care, Inc. | Millersburg | Holmes | 95.8 |
| Walnut Hills Nursing Home | Walnut Creek | Holmes | 95.8 |
| Lanfair Center for Rehabilitation | Lancaster | Fairfield | 95.7 |
*Overall satisfaction score is the average score reported for all survey items.
The most recent family satisfaction data join the results of the resident satisfaction survey conducted last year. The department plans to repeat that survey of residents in 2011.
Making important choices about where a loved one receives care should start with information, and who better to provide that information than other families who have made similar decisions. The satisfaction ratings, along with other information about facilities available in the Long-term Care Consumer Guide, are valuable tools to help families and individuals access choice, remain independent and enjoy a high quality of life.
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