Ayden Healthcare of Toledo
4293 Monroe St., Toledo, OH 43606 · Lucas County · (419) 474-6021
98 certified beds, about 80 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1991
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 365849 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on May 12, 2026, inspectors cited 12 health deficiencies (the Ohio average is 10.5, the national average 9.2).
Of 61 health citations since September 2022, 1 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.45 hours per resident per day, against 3.69 across Ohio and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.59 of those hours.
60.0% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Ohio average 48.7%).
CMS links it to Ayden Healthcare, an affiliated group of 11 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 61 health citations on file.
May 12, 2026Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 12 citations
- F Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, and review of a facility policy, the facility failed to ensure medications were securely stored and not maintained in stock past the expiration date. This had the potential to affect all 75 residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 75.
- F Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, resident interview, staff interview, review of facility menus and spreadsheets, and policy review, the facility failed to follow scheduled menus and failed to ensure portion sizes were served per spreadsheets. This had the potential to affect all 74 residents who the facility identified as receiving food from the kitchen. The facility identified one (#85) resident with orders for nothing by mouth. The facility census was 75.
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, resident interview, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure measures developed for Legionella control measures were fully implemented, failed to ensure enhanced barrier precautions were in place for residents with indwelling medical devices, and failed to ensure proper infection control measures were maintained during administration of a subcutaneous medication. This had the potential to affect all 75 residents except one (#85) resident identified with orders for nothing by mouth, and directly affected one (#66) of one residents reviewed for dialysis and one (#68) of four residents observed for medication administration. The facility census was 75.1. Interview on 05/06/26 at 7:50 A.M. [...]
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure resident were provided a respectful and dignified dining experience. This affected one (#56) of four residents observed seated at the same table during meal service. The facility census was 75.
- D Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteTHE FOLLOWING DEFICIENCY REPRESENTS AN INCIDENT OF PAST NON-COMPLIANCE THAT WAS SUBSEQUENTLY CORRECTED PRIOR TO THIS SURVEY.Based on medical record review, review of facility investigation documents including written statements, review of pharmacy manifest documents, review of staffing schedules, review of narcotic count sheets, staff interview, policy review, and review facility corrective action, the facility failed to prevent the misappropriation of resident narcotic medications. This affected one (#86) of five residents reviewed for abuse, neglect, and misappropriation. The facility census was 75. Findings Include:Review of the medical record for Resident #86 revealed an admission date of 09/15/25 and a discharge date of 04/14/26. Diagnoses included chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic respiratory failure, anxiety, and cancer of the pharynx. [...]
- D Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, resident interview, staff interviews, and review of a facility policy, the facility failed to ensure residents received appropriate assistance from staff to maintain adequate personal and oral hygiene. This affected two (Residents #38 and #42) of four residents reviewed for activities of daily living. The facility census was 75.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure physician orders regarding wound treatments were followed. This affected one (#28) of three residents reviewed for wound care. The facility census was 75.
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, resident interview, staff interview, and review of a facility policy, the facility failed to ensure residents assessed as unsafe to store smoking materials and ordered supplemental oxygen did not possess lighters. This affected one (Resident #43) of one residents reviewed for smoking. The census was 75.
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure monitoring of fluid intake for residents with fluid restrictions and orders for daily weights were completed. This affected two (#50 and #66) of five residents reviewed for nutrition. The facility identified nine residents with fluid restrictions. The facility census was 75.
- D Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, review of the medical record, staff interview, resident interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure a hemodialysis catheter was monitored every shift for signs of infection and bleeding. This affected one (#66) of one residents reviewed for dialysis services. The facility identified three residents receiving dialysis services. The facility census was 75.
- D Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview, resident interview, and review of facility standards for trauma-informed care, the facility failed to ensure trauma-informed care and related interventions were provided to residents with a history of post-traumatic stress disorder. This affected one (Resident #12) of one residents reviewed for trauma-informed care. The facility census was 75.
- D Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record, resident interview, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure routine dental services were provided. This affected one (#65) of two residents reviewed for dental services. The facility census was 75.
March 27, 2025Complaint inspection · 5 citations
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, observation, resident interview, staff interview, interview with the local health department, and review of facility policy the facility failed to assist dependent residents with activities of daily living (ADL) care. This affected three (#26, #78, and #94) of four residents reviewed for ADL care. The facility census was 86.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, resident interview, staff interview, and review of policy the facility failed to provide treatment for pressure ulcers. This affected two (Resident #43 and Former Resident #9) of three residents reviewed for pressure ulcers. The facility census was 86.
- D Provide appropriate foot care.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, observation, resident interview, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure adequate toenail care. This affected two (#15 and #94) of four residents reviewed for activities of daily living. The facility census was 86.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, staff interview, and policy review the facility failed to ensure medical records were properly documented. This affected one resident (#73) of three reviewed for skin issues. The facility census was 86.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure infection control standards were maintained during medication administration. This affected one resident (#60) of four residents (#16, #37, #40, and #60) observed for medication administration. The facility census was 86.
July 17, 2024Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 26 citations
- F Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of personnel files, staff interview, review of the employee handbook, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure state tested nurse aides (STNAs) received twelve hours of training annually and performance reviews were completed at least once every 12 months. This had the potential to affect all 67 residents in the facility. The census was 67.
- F Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to store medications in a safe and sanitary manner and failed to ensure medications were not able to be used after expiration dates. This had the ability to affect all 67 residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 67. Findings Included: 1. Observation of the South hall medication refrigerator on [DATE] at 8:59 A.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #250 revealed the refrigerator contained a brown liquid substance on the bottom shelf. Located on that shelf, soaked in brown liquid, was an expired vial of influenza vaccine. The expiration dated was [DATE]. Interview with LPN #250 on [DATE] at 9:04 A.M. verified the refrigerator contained a brown liquid substance and contained expired influenza vaccine. 2. Inspection of the North medication storage refrigerator on [DATE] at 9:19 A.M. [...]
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure the refrigerators at the nurses stations for resident food was kept clean and food labeled and dated. This has the potential to affect all 67 residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 67.
- E Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident interview, staff interview, review of Resident Council minutes, review of call light audits, and policy review, the facility failed to thoroughly address Resident Council concerns in a timely manner. This had the potential to affect 18 (#1, #8, #9, #11, #12, #17, #22, #24, #29, #33, #35, #41, #44, #45, #49, #52, #53, and #65) residents who regularly attended Resident Council meetings. The facility census was 67.
- E Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased medical record review, resident interview, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to conduct care conferences as required. This affected eight (#9, #14, #17, #30, #34, #57, #59, and #62) of 26 residents reviewed for care conferences. The facility census was 67. Findings Included: 1. Review of Resident #9's medical record revealed an admission date of 09/28/23. Diagnoses included infection/inflammatory reaction due to internal left hip prosthesis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, peripheral vascular disease, alcoholic cardiomyopathy, chronic kidney disease, alcoholic hepatitis, alcohol abuse, and femur fracture. Review of Resident #9's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed she had a high cognitive function. [...]
- E Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, resident interview, staff interview, and policy review the facility failed to ensure the facility maintained safe smoking practices as care planned and per the facility smoking policy. This directly affected four (#33, #59, #64, and #328) of four residents reviewed for smoking with the potential to affect all 15 (#1, #6, #7, #27, #28, #29, #33, #34, #41, #45, #46, #47, #59, #64, and #328) residents who smoke. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure fall interventions were in place as care planned. This affected one (#14) of three residents reviewed for falls. The facility census was 67.
- E Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to maintain a safe and homelike environment. This had the potential to affect all 67 residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 67. Findings Included: 1. Observation on 07/10/24 at 2:28 P.M. revealed water was running out of the fire dampers from the ceiling onto the floor in the South halls of the facility. Buckets and wet floor signs were in place on four of the areas, but three additional areas had water sitting on the floor. Interview with Maintenance Assistant (MA) #162 on 07/10/24 at 2:30 P.M. revealed the rain water was coming down the vents from the duct work. MA #162 also confirmed the fire dampers contained a black substance on them. Interview with Maintenance Supervisor (MS) #163 on 07/10/24 at 3:03 P.M. revealed the water was coming in through the fire dampers from the roof. [...]
- D Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record, review of hospital documentation, resident and staff interview, and review of email correspondence, the facility failed to ensure meal accommodations were made to honor religious fasting preferences. This affected one (#21) of one resident reviewed for religious preferences. The facility census was 67.
- D Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure completed Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments were completed and transmitted within required timeframes. This affected two (#43 and #61) of two residents reviewed for MDS assessment submission. The facility census was 67.
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments accurately reflected the resident's status. This affected one (#33) of 26 residents reviewed for MDS assessments. The facility census was 67.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview, and policy review the facility failed to implement a care plan to address the resident's desire to smoke. This affected one (#64) of four residents reviewed for smoking. The facility census was 67.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure consulted wound care specialist orders were completed. This affected one (#175) of three residents reviewed for wounds. The facility census was 67.
- D Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, observation, resident interview, staff interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure residents had timely access to vision services. This affected one (#17) of two residents reviewed for vision services. The facility census was 67.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, medical record review, review of a mattress manual, and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure pressure wound treatments were completed as ordered and wound care interventions were in place and functioning appropriately. This affected two (#16 and #56) of three residents reviewed for wounds and pressure reducing interventions. The facility census was 67.
- D Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, resident interview, and policy review the facility failed to ensure residents received timely and adequate assistance with incontinence care. This affected one (#62) of two residents reviewed for incontience. The facility census was 67. Findings Included: Review of Resident #62's medical record revealed an admission date of 01/25/24. Diagnoses included osteomyelitis the right femur, liver cancer, lung cancer, malnutrition, tachycardia, absence of the right leg below the knee, bone cancer, and a pressure ulcer on admission. Review of Resident #62's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had a high cognitive function and required substantial/maximal assistance for toileting and rolling. [...]
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record, hospital document review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure physician orders and dietitian recommendations were implemented to address weight changes. This affected one (#21) of two residents reviewed for nutrition. The facility census was 67.
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, medical record review, and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure physician orders for oxygen administration were in place prior to administering oxygen to residents. This affected two (#26 and #33) of two residents reviewed for oxygen administration. The facility census was 67.
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, staff interview, and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure medications were administered with a physician's order and were available for administration. This affected two (#55 and #175) of six residents reviewed for medications. The census was 67.
- D Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview, and facility policy the facility failed to ensure pharmacy recommendations were timely reviewed and implemented. This affected two (#14 and #17) of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. The facility census was 67.
- D Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure physician orders for gradual dose reductions of psychotropic medications implemented in a timely manner. This affected one (#17) of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. The facility census was 67.
- D Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure consulted wound care specialist laboratory orders were completed. This affected one (#175) of three residents reviewed for wounds. The facility census was 67.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, resident interview, staff interview, and review of a facility policy, the facility failed to keep accurate medical records. This affected one (#56) of 26 resident's medical records reviewed. The facility census was 67.
- D Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview, and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure antibiotic stewardship was practiced when treating residents with urinary tract infections (UTIs). This affected three (#12, #18, and #50) of three residents reviewed for UTIs. The facility census was 67.
- D Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, review of immunization records, staff interview, review of policy, and review of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance, the facility failed to ensure residents were offered pneumococcal and influenza vaccinations per CDC recommendations. This affected two (#14 and #30) of five residents reviewed for influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations. The facility census was 67.
- D Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, review of immunization records, staff interview, review of a policy, and review of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance, the facility failed to ensure COVID-19 vaccinations were offered per CDC recommendations. This affected two (#14 and #30) of five residents reviewed for COVID-19 vaccinations. The facility census was 67.
- C Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, resident interview, and staff interview the facility failed to post a notice of the availability of survey results from the preceding three years is areas of the facility that are prominent and accessible to the public. This had the potential to affect all 67 residents. The facility census was 67.
June 6, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure monitoring of a medication included obtaining blood sugar levels as ordered by the physician. This affected one (#2) of three residents reviewed for administration of medications and associated monitoring. The facility census was 75.
- D Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, staff interview, policy review, and manufacturer instructions for use review, the facility failed to ensure medications were administered as ordered by the physician and within prescribed time frames, resulting in delay in administration of insulin, and antidepressant medication. This affected one (#1) of three residents observed during medication administration. The facility census was 75.
March 28, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, staff interview, and facility policy, the facility failed to ensure a dependent received bathing and associated grooming. This affected one (#3) of three sampled residents reviewed for the provision of activities of daily living in a facility census of 73.
- D Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, staff interview, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure incontinence care was provided timely to a dependent resident. This affected one (#3) of three sampled residents reviewed for the provision of urinary incontinence care in a facility census of 73.
January 24, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure residents received ordered medications upon admission. This affected two residents (#15 and #71) of three residents reviewed for admission medications. The facility census was 70.
December 7, 2023Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- G Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteTHIS DEFICIENCY REPRESENTS AN INCIDENCE OF PAST NON-COMPLIANCE THAT WAS SUBSEQUENTLY CORRECTED PRIOR TO THIS SURVEY. Based on observation, record review, staff interview, and facility investigation review, the facility failed to ensure appropriate staff supervision/assistance was provided when Resident #6 was rolled out of bed by an State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) during bathing. Actual harm occurred when STNA #400 completed a bed bath for Resident #6, who was totally dependent on staff for bathing with two person physical assist, and Resident #6 fell from the bed and sustained a closed fracture of the right tibial plateau and fractured the right sixth tooth. This affected one (Resident #6) of three sampled residents reviewed for bed mobility and transfer assistance. The facility census was 70.
- D Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to provide incontinence care. This affected two (Residents #4 and #5) of three sampled residents reviewed for incontinence care. The facility census was 70.
September 2, 2022Standard inspection · 11 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, observations, staff interview, and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to ensure a clean and sanitary kitchen and utilized the appropriate hand hygiene when serving food. This had the potential to affect all residents, except Resident #55 and Resident #59, who the facility identified as not receiving food by mouth. The facility census was 56.
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased observation, medical record review, staff interview, review of the facility's policy, and review of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, the facility failed to ensure staff wore Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required. This affected Residents #109, #110, and #111 and had the potential to affect all 56 residents residing in the facility.
- E Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Inspectors wroteBased on staff and resident interviews, observations, review of the facility's policy, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the resident's concerns regarding activities were addressed timely after the issue was identified during resident council meetings. This affected the four residents who attended the resident council meetings regularly, Residents #11, #39, #47, and #51). The facility census was 56.
- E Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, resident interview, observations, staff interviews, and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to ensure activity programs were designed, scheduled, and implemented to meet the interests and needs of the residents. This affected four (Residents #6, #7, #10, and #159) of four residents reviewed for activities. The facility census was 56.
- D Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure residents were provided with wheelchairs that were appropriately fitting. This affected one (Resident #44) of 24 residents observed for assistive devices. The facility census was 56.
- D Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, resident interview, observation, staff interview and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to ensure residents were transferred out of bed and provided showers as requested by the resident. This affected one (Resident #6) of four residents reviewed for choices. The facility census was 56.
- D Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, medical record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident's wheelchair armrest were maintained and intact. This affected one (Resident #11) of 24 residents reviewed for medical equipment. The facility census was 56.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, medical record review, staff interview, and review of the facility's skin management program policy, the facility failed to ensure pressure relief devices were placed in use for a resident identified with a pressure ulcer to the hip. This affected one (Resident #55) of two residents reviewed for pressure ulcer relief interventions. The facility identified five current residents with pressure ulcers. The facility census was 56.
- D Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, medical record review, and review of the facility's medication administration policy, the facility failed to ensure the residents received medications as physician ordered resulting in a medication error rate above five percent (%). There were four medications errors out of 36 opportunities, resulting in a medication rate of 11.11%. This affected two (#32 and #111) of three residents reviewed for medication administration. The facility census was 56.
- D Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, observations, resident interview, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure residents were provided adaptive devices to support independence during meals. This affected one (Resident #6) of six residents reviewed for meals and dining. The facility identified there were no residents who required adaptive equipment to assist at meal time. The facility census was 56.
- D Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Inspectors wroteBased on staff interview, review of personnel records, review of Staff Vaccination COVID-19 log and infection control log, review of the facility's policy, and review of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) memorandum QSO-22-09-ALL, the facility failed to ensure staff were fully COVID-19 vaccinated, had an approved exemption, or had been identified as appropriate for a temporary delay per Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance. The vaccination rate for the facility was calculated at 98.0%. The facility census was 56.
Fire safety inspections
29 fire safety citations on file: 6 on May 12, 2026, 14 on July 17, 2024, 9 on September 2, 2022.
Every fire safety citation29 citations
- F Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- F Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- F Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- E Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- E Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- F Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- F Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- F Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
- F Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- F Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
- F Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
- F Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- E Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- E Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- E Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
- E Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
- F Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
- F Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- F Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- F Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- E Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Ohio | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.45 | 3.69 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.59 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.11 | 3.28 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.94 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.92 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 60.0% | 48.7% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 25.0% | 43.9% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 3.56 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.58 on weekdays and 3.11 on weekends, 13% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.1% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.46 in April to June 2025 to 3.45 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.45 | 0.59 | 3.58 | 3.11 | 0.1% | 0 of 90 | 80 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.43 | 0.48 | 3.57 | 3.07 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 80 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.56 | 0.46 | 3.69 | 3.23 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 79 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.46 | 0.51 | 3.62 | 3.07 | 0.1% | 0 of 91 | 79 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Ohio, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.64 | 0.60 | 3.80 | 3.24 | 4.6% | 0.4% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Ohio | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.0 | 5.3 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 0.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.1 | 6.1 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.8 | 3.4 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.3 | 8.8 | 15.4 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: BUCKEYE FOREST AT TOLEDO LLC. CMS links this home to Ayden Healthcare, a group of 11 nursing homes averaging 2.3 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckeye Family Trust | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 51% | 12/31/2025 |
| Aschendorf, Jonathan | Managing control - governing body | Individual | 05/01/2023 | |
| Kaplan, Yisroel | Managing control - governing body | Individual | 12/31/2021 | |
| Lahasky, Ephram | Managing control - governing body | Individual | 12/31/2025 | |
| Lahasky, Ephram | Corporate officer | Individual | 12/31/2025 | |
| Buckeye Family Trust | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 12/31/2025 | |
| Aftab, Zahra | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 07/01/2024 | |
| Aschendorf, Jonathan | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 05/01/2023 | |
| Kaplan, Yisroel | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 12/31/2021 | |
| Lahasky, Ephram | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 12/31/2025 | |
| Washington, Katina | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 10/22/2022 | |
| Aftab, Zahra | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 07/01/2024 | |
| Aschendorf, Jonathan | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 05/01/2023 | |
| Washington, Katina | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/22/2022 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 24 problems in this area, most recently on May 12, 2026: "Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason."
- How are medications reviewed, and how often are antipsychotic or sedating drugs used?Inspectors cited 8 problems in this area, most recently on May 12, 2026: "Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 8 problems in this area, most recently on May 12, 2026: "Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights."
- What changed in infection control since the last inspection, and who on staff is the infection preventionist?Inspectors cited 7 problems in this area, most recently on May 12, 2026: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 3.11 hours per resident per day, below the Ohio average of 3.28.
Other nursing homes nearby
- Park Terrace Rehabilitation Center Toledo, 1 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 105 citations
- Otterbein Sunset House Toledo, 1.7 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 24 citations
- Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Toledo Toledo, 2.5 mi · not rated · 107 citations
- Merit House LLC Toledo, 2.6 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 43 citations
- Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Sylvania Sylvania, 3.8 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 93 citations
- Franciscan Care Ctr Sylvania Toledo, 4 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 97 citations
- Continuing Healthcare of Toledo Toledo, 4.1 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 64 citations
- Advanced Healthcare Center Toledo, 4.3 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 40 citations
Ohio contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Ohio. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Ohio Department of Health, Nursing Homes and Facilities, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Ohio Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, 1-800-282-1206. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: Ohio Long-Term Care Quality Navigator (Ohio Department of Aging), where Ohio publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Ayden Healthcare of Toledo's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Ayden Healthcare of Toledo 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Ayden Healthcare of Toledo get at its last inspection?
- 12 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on May 12, 2026. The Ohio average is 10.5.
- Has Ayden Healthcare of Toledo been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Ayden Healthcare of Toledo accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Ayden Healthcare of Toledo?
- CMS lists 14 owners and managers, and links the home to Ayden Healthcare. Legal business name: BUCKEYE FOREST AT TOLEDO LLC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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