nursing home in Aurora, OH

Kensington at Anna Maria

849 North Aurora Road, Aurora, OH 44202 · (330) 562-3120

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★5
  • Staffing★★★★★4
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

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

Kensington at Anna Maria at a glance

Kensington at Anna Maria is a 99-bed for-profit nursing home in Aurora, Ohio (Portage County).

CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Ohio average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (December 18, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Ohio average is 10.3.

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

Nursing staff turnover is 42.9% per year (state average 48.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
99
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
April 18, 1995
Continuing care retirement community
Yes
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Portage County
CMS Certification Number
366004

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.4 / 52.9 / 5Better
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
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility4.48 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)4.48 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.57 hrs0.64 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.89 hrs2.09 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.97 hrs3.28 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)42.9%48.7%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)27.3%43.9%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility1Ohio 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)1109Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)043Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)1380.780.6Better

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 beds9988107
Average residents per day897486
Occupancy90.2%84.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility4.2%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)4.2%3.2%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)1.2%3.4%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)3.3%8.8%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.4%0.4%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%0.2%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)3.2%5.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)9.8%6.1%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)6.5%6.2%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)3.8%30.1%12.8%Better
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)26.3%25.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)25.5%21.4%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)98.8%94.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.6%92.7%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility2.8%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)2.8%1.2%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)88%75.6%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)96.8%78.5%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 4 health deficiencies and 26 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 15, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 15, 2026
December 18, 2025
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 January 15, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 15, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 15, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 15, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 15, 2026
December 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 15, 2026
December 18, 2025
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 15, 2026
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
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 April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
Standard
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
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 April 29, 2024
April 4, 2024
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 29, 2024
May 24, 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 July 7, 2023
May 24, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 7, 2023
May 24, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 7, 2023
May 24, 2023
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 7, 2023
May 24, 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 July 7, 2023
May 24, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 7, 2023
May 24, 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 July 7, 2023

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
BAKER, AARON C
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016
NORTON BROS. HOLDING COMPANY
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/17/2003
NORTON, CHRISTOPHER G
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016
PAI, ANIL
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2024
BAKER, AARON C
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016
NORTON, CHRISTOPHER G
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE08/02/2024
NORTON, ROBERT J
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE11/17/2003
NORTON, CHRISTOPHER G
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016
NORTON, ROBERT J
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/17/2003

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kensington at Anna Maria's rating?

Kensington at Anna Maria has 5 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 Kensington at Anna Maria receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Kensington at Anna Maria 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 Kensington at Anna Maria?

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

Where is Kensington at Anna Maria and how do I contact it?

Kensington at Anna Maria is at 849 North Aurora Road, Aurora, OH 44202. Phone: (330) 562-3120.

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.