Chardon Center
620 Water Street · Chardon, OH · 44024 · 4402859400
99 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Communicare Health
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.27 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.36 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.27 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.08 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 36% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 17, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 17, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 17, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 28, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G December 18, 2019
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2019
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2019
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2019
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2019
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2019
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2019
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2019
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2019
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 18, 2019
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F December 18, 2019
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 3, 2020 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365711 · certified since August 9, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.