Legends Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
2311 Nave Road Se, Massillon, OH 44646 · Stark County · (330) 837-1001
65 certified beds, about 57 residents a day · For profit - Corporation · Medicare and Medicaid since 1996
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 366085 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on June 5, 2025, inspectors cited 3 health deficiencies (the Ohio average is 10.5, the national average 9.2).
Of 71 health citations since October 2019, 4 were rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (2 immediate jeopardy).
CMS lists 2 fines totaling $317,114 in the last three years; the largest was $226,109, and the latest is dated March 20, 2025.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.22 hours per resident per day, against 3.69 across Ohio and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.32 of those hours.
57.8% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Ohio average 48.7%).
CMS links it to Northwood Healthcare Group, an affiliated group of 6 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 71 health citations on file.
May 4, 2026Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- D Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, observation, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure there was a phone available for residents to use. This affected one (Resident #55) out of three residents reviewed for telephone communication. The facility census was 52 residents.
- D 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 on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure care conferences were held timely. This affected one (Resident #55) out of three residents reviewed for care conferences. The facility census was 52 residents.
March 10, 2026Complaint inspection · 3 citations
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, facility investigation review, and policy review, the facility failed to timely report an allegation of misappropriation to all required entities. This affected one resident (Resident #73) out of three residents reviewed for misappropriation of narcotics. Facility census 65.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, facility investigation review, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure a thorough investigation was completed for missing narcotic medication. This affected one resident (Resident #73) out of three residents reviewed for misappropriation of narcotics. Facility census was 65.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, observation, and hospital record review, the facility failed to ensure surgical wound dressing orders were in place and provided as ordered, and failed to ensure post operative intervention was place to prevent blood clots. This affected three residents (#70, #71 and #72) our of three residents reviewed wound care, and two residents (#70 and #71) out of three residents reviewed for anticoagulant medication. The facility census was 65.
January 22, 2026Complaint inspection · 7 citations
- E Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview with staff, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to maintain a sanitary kitchen and failed to properly date food items when opened. This affected all the residents in the facility except three residents (Resident #2, #18 and #57) who did not eat their meals from the kitchen. Findings Include:Observations of the kitchen during the initial tour with [NAME] #114 on 01/20/26 at 8:25 A.M. revealed the following concerns:a. [...]
- D Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record and interview with staff, the facility failed to ensure the concerns of the family of Resident #58 were addressed timely. This affected one resident (Resident #58) of three reviewed for change in condition. Findings Include:Review of the medical record revealed Resident #58 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included cerebral infarction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic bronchitis, acute respiratory failure, atherosclerotic heart disease, hypertension, congestive heart failure, ischemic cardiomyopathy and vision loss. Resident #58 was sent to the emergency room on [DATE] were he later passed away. Review of the face sheet for Resident #58 revealed Family Member #250 was the emergency contact. [...]
- D Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record and interview with staff the facility failed to notify the family of Resident #58 when he was ordered a psychotropic medication. This affected one resident (Resident #58) of three reviewed for medication administration. Findings Include:Review of the medical record revealed Resident #58 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included cerebral infarction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic bronchitis, acute respiratory failure, atherosclerotic heart disease, hypertension, congestive heart failure, ischemic cardiomyopathy and vision loss. Resident #58 was sent to the emergency room on [DATE]. Review of the admission Minimum Data Set assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #58 had intact cognition. [...]
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record and interview with staff the facility failed to notify the family of Resident #58 when he was ordered a psychotropic medication. This affected one resident (Resident #58) of three reviewed for medication administration. Findings Include:Review of the medical record revealed Resident #58 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included cerebral infarction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic bronchitis, acute respiratory failure, atherosclerotic heart disease, hypertension, congestive heart failure, ischemic cardiomyopathy and vision loss. Resident #58 was sent to the emergency room on [DATE]. Review of the admission Minimum Data Set assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #58 had intact cognition. [...]
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record, review of the fall investigation, interview with the staff, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure Resident #58 had fall inventions in place. This affected one resident (Resident #58) of three reviewed for falls. Findings Include: Review of the medical record revealed Resident #58 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included cerebral infarction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic bronchitis, acute respiratory failure, atherosclerotic heart disease, hypertension, congestive heart failure, ischemic cardiomyopathy and vision loss. Resident #58 was sent to the emergency room on [DATE]. Review of the Morse Falls assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #58 was a high risk for falls. [...]
- D Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, review of the medical record, interview with staff, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to maintain and medication error rate of less than five percent (%). Nine medications were given in error out of 25 opportunities for error, to equal an error rate of 36%. This affected one resident (Resident #18) out of four observed for medication administration. Findings Include: Review of the medical record revealed Resident #18 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included lupus, acute respiratory failure, moderate protein-calorie malnutrition, gastrostomy status, and dysphagia. Review of the January 2026 physician's orders revealed Resident #18 had orders due at 9:00 A.M. [...]
- D Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record and interview with staff, the facility failed to ensure radiologic study recommendations were scheduled and addressed in a timely manner for Resident #58. This affected one resident (Resident #58) of three reviewed for a change in condition. Findings Include:Review of the medical record revealed Resident #58 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included cerebral infarction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic bronchitis, acute respiratory failure, atherosclerotic heart disease, hypertension, congestive heart failure, ischemic cardiomyopathy and vision loss. Resident #58 was sent to the emergency room on [DATE]. Review of the admission Minimum Data Set assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #58 had intact cognition. Review of the Progress Note dated 09/15/25 at 4:18 P.M. revealed Resident #58 was resting in bed. [...]
June 5, 2025Standard inspection · 3 citations
- D Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the fingernails on Resident #205's bilateral hands were assessed and treated timely. This finding affected one (Resident #205) of one resident reviewed for activities of daily living (ADL).
- D Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure residents received trauma-informed care that accounted for the resident's experiences and preferences in order to minimize or eliminate triggers that may cause re-traumatization of the residents. This affected one resident (Resident #15) of one resident reviewed for behavioral and emotional care. The facility census was 49.
- D Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure medications were administered as ordered. A total of 31 medications were administered with two errors for a medication error rate of 6.45%. This finding affected two (Residents #19 and #40) of three residents observed for medication administration.
May 6, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, hospital records, facility policy review and staff interviews, the facility to complete a timely investigation and self-reported incident following an injury of unknown origin for one resident (Resident #243). This had the potential to affect all 51 residents residing at the facility.
March 20, 2025Complaint inspection · 5 citations
- K Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, medical record review, review of hospital records, review of facility Self-Reported Incidents (SRI), review of facility abuse investigations, review of the facility policy titled Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation and Misappropriation of Resident Property, review of the facility policy titled Resident Rights, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure Resident #23 and Resident #38 were free from incidents of resident to resident physical and verbal abuse. This resulted in Immediate Jeopardy and actual harm beginning on 02/04/25 at approximately 8:30 P.M. when Resident #38 was abused by Resident #15, a resident who was identified to not like other residents in his space or touching his things. [...]
- J Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Inspectors wroteBased on closed record review, facility policy review and interview, the facility failed to initiate Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or call 911 for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for Resident #60, who was found unresponsive, without a pulse/heartbeat and was identified to have advance directives reflecting the resident was a Full Code status. This resulted in Immediate Jeopardy and serious life-threatening harm/death on [DATE] when staff failed to initiate CPR or call 911 for medical services assistance when the resident was found unresponsive. Resident #60 subsequently passed away. This affected one resident (#60) of three residents reviewed for death in the facility. The facility census was 53 residents. [...]
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to notified the resident's family/responsible party and the physician timely upon the death of two residents (#60 and #61). This affected two residents (#60 and #61) of three residents reviewed for death. The facility census was 53.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident and staff interview, observation, medical record review, review of the Self-Reported Incident (SRI) and investigation, and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to thoroughly investigate an allegation of resident-to-resident physical abuse. This affected two (Residents #15 and #38) of three residents reviewed for abuse. The facility census was 53.
- D Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure staff were competent and compliant with implementing cardiopulmonary resuscitation per the physician orders and failed to ensure the resident's time of death was called by the physician for accuracy. This affected two residents (#60 and #61) of three residents reviewed for Advanced Directives. The facility census was 53.
July 16, 2024Complaint inspection · 4 citations
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of the medical record, interview with staff and review of the facility policy the facility failed to ensure Resident #16, who was dependent on staff for activities of daily living (ADL), was shaved, had his fingernails trimmed and was showered per his preference. This affected one resident (Resident #16) of three residents reviewed for showers. The facility census was 50.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record and interview with staff the facility failed to ensure medication was obtained from the pharmacy after admission in a timely manner for Resident #48. This affected one resident ( Resident #48) of three residents reviewed for medications. The facility census was 50.
- D Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, review of the medical record, interview with staff, and review of the facility policy the facility failed to maintain a medication error rate of less than five percent. Two medication errors occurred within 31 opportunities for error resulting in a medication error rate of 6.5 percent. This affected one resident (Resident #1) of three observed for medication administration. The facility census was 50.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview with staff and review of the facility policy the facility failed to ensure staff performed hand hygiene during medication administration. This affected one resident ( Resident #2) of three observed for medication administration. The facility census was 50.
June 18, 2024Complaint inspection · 4 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 observations, review of pest control invoices, review of pest control logs, interview with staff, and review of the facility policy the facility failed to maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen. This had the potential to affect 51 residents who received meals from the kitchen. Two residents (#31 and #33) were identified by the facility as receiving nothing by mouth. The facility census was 53.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record, review of the facility's Self-Reported Incident (SRI), interview with staff and family, and review of the facility policy the facility failed to ensure Resident #53 was treated with dignity and respect during care by a facility staff member. This affected one resident (#53) of three residents reviewed for dignity and respect. The facility census was 53.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record and interview with staff the facility failed to ensure an ultrasound was scheduled for Resident #53 in a timely manner. This affected one resident (#53) of three residents reviewed for care and services. The facility census was 53.
- D Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, review of the meal ticket, interview with staff, and review of facility policy the facility failed to ensure Resident #34 received to correct physician's ordered diet. This affected one resident (#34) of three residents reviewed for diet orders. The facility census was 53.
May 14, 2024Complaint inspection · 11 citations
- G Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview the facility failed to provide adequate intervention and update Resident #61's care plan related to the resident's known use of a bed remote control to prevent a fall with injury. This affected one resident (#61) of four reviewed for person centered care planning. The facility census was 58. Actual harm occurred on 04/20/24 at approximately 2:30 A.M. when Resident #61, who had impaired cognition and a history of using the bed remote control to place her bed in the highest position without having the cognitive ability to lower the bed, was found on the floor yelling out in pain with both of her legs bent behind her with bones protruding from the skin. Resident #61's bed was noted in the high position when she was found on the floor. The resident was transferred to the hospital and subsequently passed away. [...]
- F Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure resident grievances were addressed regarding call light response times. This had the potential to affect all residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 58.
- F Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure adequate staffing to meet resident needs. This affected Residents #39, #43, #5, #2, #52, and had the potential to affect all residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 58.
- F Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and personnel file review the facility failed to ensure staff concerns related to staff conduct were addressed. This had the potential to affect all residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 58.
- D Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review and facility policy review the facility failed to ensure residents/resident representative participated in care planning. This affected two (#26 and #37) of three residents reviewed for care planning process.
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, review of a self reported incident, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure verbal abuse did not occur. This affected one (#5) of three residents reviewed for abuse. Facility census was 58.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview and observation, the facility failed to report an injury of unknown origin to the State Agency as required. This affected one (Resident #37) of three residents reviewed for abuse.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, review of a self reported incident, and review of the facility abuse policy and procedure, the facility failed to thoroughly investigate an allegation of verbal abuse and an injury of unknown origin. This affected two (#5, #37) of three residents reviewed for abuse. Facility census was 58.
- 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 observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure care plan were implemented as written. This affected two (#29 and #37) of four residents reviewed for skin impairment. The facility census was 58.
- D 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, interview, and personnel file review the facility failed to ensure medications were stored in locked compartments, labeled, and only authorized personnel had access. This affected one (#22) of three residents who were randomly observed for medications being left unattended. Facility census was 58.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure accurate documentation on a Medication Administration Record (MAR). This affected one (#29) of four residents reviewed for documentation. The facility census was 58.
April 2, 2024Complaint inspection · 6 citations
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record, interview with the staff, interview with the resident and review of the facility policy the facility failed to ensure an allegation of mistreatment was reported to the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). This affected one resident (Resident #49) of six reviewed for abuse. The facility census was 57.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record, interview with the staff, interview with the resident and review of the facility policy the facility failed to thoroughly investigate an allegation of mistreatment. This affected one resident (Resident #49) of six reviewed for abuse. The facility census was 57.
- D Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record, review of the hospital records and interview with staff the facility failed to ensure Resident #60 was not unnecessarily transferred to a hospital. This affected one resident (Resident #60) of three reviewed for hospitalization. The facility census was 57.
- D Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record, review of the ostomy company invoice and interview with staff the facility failed to ensure ostomy and drainage tube care was provided to Resident #60. This affected one resident (Resident #60)of three reviewed for ostomy care. The facility census was 57.
- D Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record, review of the emergency medication kit list, review of the hospice notes and interview with staff the facility failed to ensure an effective pain management program was implemented for Resident #58. This affected one resident (Resident #58) of three reviewed for pain management. The facility census was 57.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record and interview with staff the facility did not ensure the application of a negative pressure wound therapy machine was accurately documented in the medical record for Resident #60. This affected one resident (#60) of three residents reviewed for wound care documentation. The facility census was 57.
December 9, 2023Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of written complaints, review of facility investigation, review of staffing schedule and employee timecard punches, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident representative complaint was thoroughly investigated related to a staff member being impaired. This affected one resident (#12) of three residents reviewed. The facility census was 57.
November 13, 2023Complaint inspection · 3 citations
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, review of the medical record and interviews with staff the facility failed to ensure facility staff wore personal protective equipment (PPE) while providing care in a droplet isolation room. This affected one resident ( Resident #54) of two residents reviewed for isolation precautions and had the potential to affect six additional residents (#6, #12, #17, #32, #40, and #56) residing on the same unit. The facility census was 58.
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the medical record and interview with the staff the facility failed to notify the physician or Nurse Practitioner Resident #46 was out of her insulin. This affected one resident (Resident #46) of three reviewed for insulin use. The facility census was 58.
- D Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, review of the pharmacy delivery sheets, and interviews with staff and resident, the facility did not ensure routine insulin was available to administer to Resident #46 according to the physician orders. This affected one resident (Resident #46) of three residents reviewed for insulin administration. The facility census was 58.
October 11, 2023Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- F Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of nursing schedules, employee time punch review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure a registered nurse was scheduled for eight consecutive hours every day. This had the potential to affect all 53 residents.
October 21, 2022Standard inspection · 9 citations
- G Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, facility policy and procedure review and interview the facility failed to prevent the worsening of a surgical wound for Resident #4 and failed to ensure wound treatment was provided as ordered for Resident #4 and Resident #2. This affected two residents (#4 and #2) of four residents reviewed for non-pressure skin wounds. Actual Harm occurred on 07/21/22 when Resident #4, who was cognitively impaired, and at risk for skin breakdown was found to have a worsening ulceration of a surgical wound, located on the lower, left, lateral leg. The facility failed to provide wound care as ordered and the wound worsened and subsequently required treatment and debridement at a wound clinic. [...]
- E Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure Resident #214, Resident #215 and Resident #216 received a timely beneficiary notice when skilled services were discontinued. This affected three of three residents reviewed for beneficiary notices.
- D Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure advanced directive orders were consistent across electronic and paper medical records. This affected two residents (Resident #5 and Resident #39) of three residents reviewed for advanced directives. The facility census was 58 residents.
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to notify the resident representative of a change in health status and hospital transfer. This affected one (Resident #206) of three residents reviewed for notification of change. The facility census was 58.
- D 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 on observation, interview, record review and policy review, the facility failed to ensure care plans were revised as needed. This affected three residents (Resident #2, Resident #4 and Resident #46) of 21 residents reviewed for care planning. The facility census was 58 residents.
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, observation, policy review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure fall interventions were in place for one (Resident #21) of three residents reviewed for falls.
- D Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews the facility failed to assess Resident #48 before and after dialysis treatments. This affected one of two residents reviewed for dialysis. The census was 58.
- 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 record review, interview and policy review, the facility failed to ensure pharmacy medication review recommendations were timely addressed and followed up upon. This affected one resident (Resident #44) of six residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. The facility census was 58 residents.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review and policy review the facility failed to ensure resident records were complete and accurate. This affected three residents (Resident #3, Resident #46 and Resident #54) of 21 residents reviewed for documentation. The facility census was 58 residents.
October 18, 2019Standard inspection · 11 citations
- F Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and staff interview the facility failed to implement their abuse policy and procedure to ensure screening procedures included checking all staff members against the Nurse Aide Registry (NAR) to determine whether the employee had a finding of abuse, neglect and/or misappropriation. The facility failed to check the Director of Nursing (DON), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #508, Registered Nurse (RN) #515, and Maintenance Supervisor (MS) #579. This affected four of eight new employees reviewed and had the potential to affect all 61 residents residing in the facility.
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to maintain acceptable infection control standards to prevent the spread of infection related to the collection of soiled laundry, the cleaning of resident rooms for residents who have Clostridium Difficle (C Diff) infections, the disposal of items in a sharps container and during blood glucose testing using a shared glucometer. This affected two residents (#17 and #22) and had the potential to affect all 61 residents residing in the facility.
- D Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview the facility failed to provide restorative ambulation services as planned, failed to complete accurate restorative assessments, failed to ensure restorative delivery records were completed in a manner which would permit a thorough assessment, and failed to address declines in participation in a timely manner. This affected one resident (#9) of two residents reviewed for activities of daily living.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure Resident #33 and Resident #50 received appropriate care and services. This affected two residents (#33 and #50) of three residents reviewed for dignity and respect.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to implement a bowel protocol for Resident #57 to address the resident's constipation and failed to ensure an assessment and treatment were implemented for Resident #29 related to a non-pressure related skin injury. This affected one resident (#57) of 27 residents interviewed related to bowel status and one resident (#29) of 27 residents observed for skin integrity.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to complete an accurate pressure ulcer assessment for Resident #8 following the resident's readmission from the hospital. This affected one resident (#8) of four residents reviewed for pressure ulcers.
- D Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview the facility failed to provide restorative nursing services for range of motion (ROM) in accordance with Resident #9's plan of care. This affected one resident (#9) of 26 residents screened for range of motion.
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to provide a timely dietary consult and failed to administer tube feeding nutrition as ordered for Resident #12 to prevent weight loss. This affected one resident (#12) of two residents reviewed for nutrition.
- D Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to deliver nutrition through a feeding tube in a manner which would prevent microbial growth. This affected one resident (#12) of one resident reviewed for enteral/feeding tubes. The facility identified three residents receiving tube feedings.
- D Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview facility failed to implement a comprehensive and individualized pain management program including the administration of pain medication for Resident #48 as ordered. This affected one resident (#48) of two residents reviewed for pain.
- 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 record review and interview the facility failed to ensure the justified use of psychoactive medication for Resident #38. This affected one resident (#38) of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medication use.
Fire safety inspections
18 fire safety citations on file: 7 on June 5, 2025, 5 on October 21, 2022, 6 on October 18, 2019.
Every fire safety citation18 citations
- 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 Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- F Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- E Have proper power supply for life support equipment.
- 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 Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- F Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- F Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- E Have exits that are accessible at all times.
- E Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- D Have proper power supply for life support equipment.
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| March 20, 2025 | Fine | $226,109 |
| May 14, 2024 | Fine | $91,005 |
| May 14, 2024 | Payment Denial | 34 days from June 13, 2024 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
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) | 3.22 | 3.69 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.32 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 2.82 | 3.28 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.98 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.92 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 57.8% | 48.7% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 70.0% | 43.9% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 1 |
CMS expects 4.52 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 3.39 on weekdays and 2.82 on weekends, 17% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.0% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.76 in April to June 2025 to 3.22 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 | 3.22 | 0.32 | 3.39 | 2.82 | 0.0% | 0 of 90 | 57 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.47 | 0.38 | 3.65 | 3.03 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 50 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.63 | 0.54 | 3.78 | 3.26 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 51 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.76 | 0.57 | 4.01 | 3.15 | 0.0% | 0 of 91 | 50 |
| 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 | 1.8 | 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 | 1.1 | 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 | 2.2 | 6.1 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 2.8 | 3.4 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 17.1 | 8.8 | 15.4 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: LEGENDS CARE CENTER LLC. CMS links this home to Northwood Healthcare Group, a group of 6 nursing homes averaging 2.3 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dreifus, Ethan | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 8% | 09/18/2017 |
| Strubel, Kim | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 09/18/2017 | |
| Braunstein, Barry | Corporate officer | Individual | 09/18/2017 | |
| Feuer, Samuel | Corporate officer | Individual | 09/18/2017 | |
| Katz, Larry | Corporate officer | Individual | 09/18/2017 | |
| Lahasky, Ephram | Corporate officer | Individual | 09/18/2017 | |
| Leshkowitz, Eli | Corporate officer | Individual | 09/18/2017 | |
| Northwood Healthcare Group LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 09/18/2017 |
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 22 problems in this area, most recently on March 10, 2026: "Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 14 problems in this area, most recently on May 4, 2026: "Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods."
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 11 problems in this area, most recently on March 10, 2026: "Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities."
- How are medications reviewed, and how often are antipsychotic or sedating drugs used?Inspectors cited 7 problems in this area, most recently on January 22, 2026: "Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.82 hours per resident per day, below the Ohio average of 3.28.
- How long has the current administrator been here?CMS counts 1 administrator who left in the period it measured.
Other nursing homes nearby
- Meadow Wind Health Care Center Massillon, 2.5 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 27 citations
- Altercare of Navarre Ctr for Rehab & Nrsg Care Navarre, 3.2 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 43 citations
- Hanover Healthcare Center Massillon, 3.2 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 55 citations
- Amherst Meadows Skilled Nursing and Rehab Massillon, 3.4 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 7 citations
- Laurels of Massillon, the Massillon, 3.9 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 30 citations
- Country Lawn Ctr for Rehab Navarre, 4.6 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 9 citations
- Brewster Convalescent Center Brewster, 5.3 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 31 citations
- Astoria Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Canton, 6.1 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 55 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 Legends Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Legends Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 for health inspections, 1 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Legends Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center get at its last inspection?
- 3 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on June 5, 2025. The Ohio average is 10.5.
- Has Legends Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center been fined?
- Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $317,114 in the last three years.
- Does Legends Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 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 Legends Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
- CMS lists 8 owners and managers, and links the home to Northwood Healthcare Group. Legal business name: LEGENDS CARE CENTER 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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