nursing home in Wellington, OH
Elms Retirement Village INC
136 S Main St, Wellington, OH 44090 · (440) 647-2414
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Elms Retirement Village INC at a glance
Elms Retirement Village INC is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Wellington, Ohio (Lorain 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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 28, 2024) found 3 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 42.6% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Sprenger Health Care Systems
- Medicare-certified since
- April 3, 1997
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lorain County
- CMS Certification Number
- 366118
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.67 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.57 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.23 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.39 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.6% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 43.9% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 19 | 80.7 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $26,381 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 50 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.2% | 84.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.5% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.6% | 8.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 2.3% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.6% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.6% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 9.7% | 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) | 25.4% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.9% | 21.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.4% | 92.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.2% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.2% | 78.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| May 2, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2025 |
| November 13, 2024 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| November 13, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| November 13, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| November 13, 2024 Complaint | 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 November 25, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | 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 April 12, 2024 |
| August 26, 2021 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2021 |
| August 26, 2021 Standard | Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0570 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2021 |
| August 26, 2021 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2021 |
| August 26, 2021 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 September 9, 2021 |
| March 7, 2019 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 22, 2019 |
| March 7, 2019 Standard | 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 22, 2019 |
| March 7, 2019 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2019 |
| March 7, 2019 Standard | Have policies on smoking. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0926 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2019 |
| March 7, 2019 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2019 |
| March 7, 2019 Standard | 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 April 22, 2019 |
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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPRENGER ENTERPRISES, INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/01/1996 |
| BLUESKY HEALTHCARE INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/22/2001 |
| HUTSENPILLER, WENDIE Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2008 |
| MALANOWSKI, KENNETH Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2008 |
| SPRENGER, NICOLE Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/01/2002 |
| SPRENGER, TRACEY Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2008 |
| BSH INVESTMENTS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/04/2003 |
| CMS & CO. MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2025 |
| COURTOCK, MELISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2002 |
| ELMS LIMITED CO. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/1996 |
| EPPERLY, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2022 |
| EREN, ITRI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2006 |
| FOX, EMILY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| GOLLINGER, KRISTEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2000 |
| HARDOBY, JANEAL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2022 |
| HUTSENPILLER, WENDIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2008 |
| KUHN, SHANNON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MALANOWKI, BRANDON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MALANOWSKI, KENNETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2008 |
| MARINO-FREETAGE, JAIME Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| MICALE, JACOB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2023 |
| SPRENGER, NICOLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2002 |
| SPRENGER, TRACEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2008 |
| YOST, CHERYL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2023 |
| FOX, EMILY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| KUHN, SHANNON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MALANOWKI, BRANDON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| CMS & CO. MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/2001 |
| COURTOCK, MELISSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2002 |
| EPPERLY, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2022 |
| EREN, ITRI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/1999 |
| FOX, EMILY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| GOLLINGER, KRISTEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2000 |
| HARDOBY, JANEAL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2022 |
| KUHN, SHANNON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MALANOWKI, BRANDON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MARINO-FREETAGE, JAIME Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| MICALE, JACOB Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2023 |
| YOST, CHERYL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elms Retirement Village INC's rating?
Elms Retirement Village INC 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 Elms Retirement Village INC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Elms Retirement Village INC 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 Elms Retirement Village INC?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Sprenger Health Care Systems. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Elms Retirement Village INC and how do I contact it?
Elms Retirement Village INC is at 136 S Main St, Wellington, OH 44090. Phone: (440) 647-2414.
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.