nursing home in Rockford, OH

Colonial Nursing Center of Rockford

201 Buckeye Street, Rockford, OH 45882 · (419) 363-2193

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★2
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

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

Colonial Nursing Center of Rockford at a glance

Colonial Nursing Center of Rockford is a 34-bed for-profit nursing home in Rockford, Ohio (Mercer 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 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (December 31, 2025) found 10 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.

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

Nursing staff turnover is 44.8% per year (state average 48.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
34
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Hillstone Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
January 6, 2002
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Mercer County
CMS Certification Number
366234

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)2 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 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 facility3.42 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)3.42 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.40 hrs0.64 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.12 hrs2.09 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.98 hrs3.28 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)44.8%48.7%45.8%Average
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)211Worse

Inspections

This facility10Ohio 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)10109Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)243Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)8680.780.6Worse

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 beds3488107
Average residents per day337486
Occupancy96.2%84.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.5%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)3.5%3.2%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)0%3.4%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)7.1%8.8%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)3.6%0.4%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)1%0.2%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)3%5.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)2.8%6.1%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)0%6.2%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)4.9%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)45.6%25.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)12.5%21.4%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)96.6%94.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.2%92.7%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0%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)0%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)79.2%78.5%82%Average

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 33 health deficiencies and 37 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
December 31, 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 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
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 January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Complaint
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 January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Standard
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
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 January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Standard
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
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 January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Standard
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 January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Standard
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 21, 2026
December 31, 2025
Standard
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected January 21, 2026
April 17, 2025
Complaint
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 May 1, 2025
September 25, 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 October 7, 2024
February 22, 2024
Complaint
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0569
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 6, 2024
March 9, 2023
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 9, 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 May 5, 2023
March 9, 2023
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 9, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0922
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Fire safety
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
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 April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Fire safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 9, 2023
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 9, 2023
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Standard
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Standard
Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0741
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Standard
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 13, 2023
March 9, 2023
Standard
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 13, 2023
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
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 September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
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 October 3, 2019
July 3, 2019
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 September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Have an externally vented heating system.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0522
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
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 September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
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 25, 2019
July 3, 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 September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Standard
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 September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 25, 2019
July 3, 2019
Standard
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected September 25, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
KOTHARI, ZAHID
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest6%01/01/2024
MELTON, DAVID
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest6%01/01/2024
WOODWARD, MELVIN
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest88%02/01/2022
GP ROCKFORD OHIO REALTY LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/29/2026
KOTHARI, ZAHID
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2022
MELTON, DAVID
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2022
WOODWARD, MELVIN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2022
WOODWARD, MELVIN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2022
KOTHARI, ZAHID
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2022
MELTON, DAVID
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2022
WOODWARD, MELVIN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2022

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Frequently asked questions

What is Colonial Nursing Center of Rockford's rating?

Colonial Nursing Center of Rockford 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 Colonial Nursing Center of Rockford receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 10 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Colonial Nursing Center of Rockford 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 Colonial Nursing Center of Rockford?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Hillstone Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Colonial Nursing Center of Rockford and how do I contact it?

Colonial Nursing Center of Rockford is at 201 Buckeye Street, Rockford, OH 45882. Phone: (419) 363-2193.

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.