nursing home in Akron, OH

Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

721 Hickory St, Akron, OH 44303 · (330) 762-6486

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center at a glance

Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 155-bed for-profit nursing home in Akron, Ohio (Summit County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Ohio average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (January 14, 2026) found 12 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 40.6% per year (state average 48.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
155
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Foundations Health Solutions
Medicare-certified since
January 1, 1967
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Summit County
CMS Certification Number
365134

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.4 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.4 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.8 / 53.8 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.20 hrsOhio average3.69 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Ohio and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.20 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.31 hrs0.64 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.83 hrs2.09 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.99 hrs3.28 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)40.6%48.7%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)50%43.9%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)211Worse

Inspections

This facility12Ohio average10U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Ohio and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)12109Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)643Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)6280.780.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Ohio average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Ohio and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$26,381$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds15588107
Average residents per day1407486
Occupancy90.5%84.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0.9%Ohio average3.2%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Ohio and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0.9%3.2%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)1.3%3.4%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)20.7%8.8%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.2%0.4%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.1%0.2%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)1.5%5.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)1.9%6.1%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)3.9%6.2%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)89.5%30.1%12.8%Worse
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.1%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)21.1%25.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)18.9%21.4%19%Average
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)82.6%94.5%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)91.8%92.7%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility3.5%Ohio average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Ohio and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)3.5%1.2%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)45.2%75.6%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)37%78.5%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 27 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
January 14, 2026
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0807
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Standard
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Standard
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 14, 2026
Complaint
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 11, 2026
January 28, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 6, 2025
January 28, 2025
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 6, 2025
January 28, 2025
Complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 6, 2025
January 28, 2025
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 6, 2025
January 28, 2025
Complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 6, 2025
June 17, 2024
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 9, 2024
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
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.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Meet requirements for outpatient facilities located next to inpatient facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0132
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0361
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 12, 2023
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 11, 2023
January 15, 2020
Fire safety
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.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 31, 2020
January 15, 2020
Fire safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 31, 2020
January 15, 2020
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 31, 2020
January 15, 2020
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 31, 2020
January 15, 2020
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 31, 2020
January 15, 2020
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 31, 2020
January 15, 2020
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 31, 2020
January 15, 2020
Standard
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 31, 2020
January 15, 2020
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 31, 2020
January 15, 2020
Standard
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 31, 2020

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
COLLERAN, BRIAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2019
FOUNDATIONS HEALTH SOLUTIONS, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/11/2025
KRYSTOWSKI, JOHN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2018
MOTOC, ADINA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2024
SMITH, MARK
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2018
COLLERAN, BRIAN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2019
COLLERAN, BRIAN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2019
KRYSTOWSKI, JOHN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2018
COLLERAN, BRIAN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2019
FOUNDATIONS HEALTH SOLUTIONS, LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2019
KRYSTOWSKI, JOHN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2018
MOTOC, ADINA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2024

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's rating?

Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Ohio nursing homes is 3.2 stars.

How many inspection citations did Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Foundations Health Solutions. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?

Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is at 721 Hickory St, Akron, OH 44303. Phone: (330) 762-6486.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.