The Merriman
209 Merriman Rd · Akron, OH · 44303 · 3307629341
55 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Lionstone Care
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $134,475 in fines in the last 24 months.
Red flags
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$134,475 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
64% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.42 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.44 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.92 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 64% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $134,475 |
Inspection citations (66 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E January 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected February 28, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · J November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected July 31, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 31, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2025
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.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025
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.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 26, 2025 | Fine | $117,130 |
| January 9, 2025 | Fine | $17,345 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365859 · certified since January 13, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.