nursing home in Delaware, OH
Cherith Care Center at Willow Brook
100 Willow Brook Way, South, Delaware, OH 43015 · (740) 369-0048
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Cherith Care Center at Willow Brook at a glance
Cherith Care Center at Willow Brook is a 34-bed non-profit nursing home in Delaware, Ohio (Delaware 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 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 23, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 49% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 34
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 1, 2002
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Delaware County
- CMS Certification Number
- 366246
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.34 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.66 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.74 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.06 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 49% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.4% | 43.9% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 2 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 17 | 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 | 34 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 32 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.6% | 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) | 1% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.9% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.8% | 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) | 3.4% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.7% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.4% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.3% | 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) | 21.9% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29.2% | 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% | 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) | 98.5% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 78.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 23, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 12, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| May 28, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 15, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 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 June 15, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 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 June 15, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 15, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 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 June 15, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 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 June 15, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 15, 2025 |
| May 28, 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 June 15, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 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 June 15, 2025 |
| May 4, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
| May 4, 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 May 25, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 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 May 25, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
| May 4, 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 May 25, 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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HUCEK, PETER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2018 |
| KETRON, NICOLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| MCKNIGHT, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2023 |
| POULSON, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/28/2010 |
| BARTH, PHIL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| DAVIS, BRANDI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2024 |
| DULGAR, JASON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2023 |
| IRWIN, TERRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| JOHNSON, KIM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2019 |
| JOHNSON, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2019 |
| LONGO, SCOTT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2007 |
| MARCH, JUDY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/10/2017 |
| MCKENNA, BLYTHE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| PICKENS, ROGER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2012 |
| SARKEL, ED Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2019 |
| SLINGLUFF, DANA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2023 |
| SUSENNA, KAREN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/09/2017 |
| TIDWELL, PEGGY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/16/2013 |
| MCKNIGHT, MATTHEW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2023 |
| POULSON, THOMAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/28/2010 |
| BARTH, PHIL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| DAVIS, BRANDI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2024 |
| DULGAR, JASON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2023 |
| IRWIN, TERRY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| JOHNSON, KIM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2019 |
| JOHNSON, WILLIAM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2019 |
| LONGO, SCOTT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2007 |
| MARCH, JUDY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/10/2017 |
| MCKENNA, BLYTHE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| PICKENS, ROGER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2012 |
| SARKEL, ED Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2019 |
| SLINGLUFF, DANA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2023 |
| SUSENNA, KAREN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/09/2017 |
| TIDWELL, PEGGY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/16/2013 |
| KETRON, NICOLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| MCKNIGHT, MATTHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2023 |
| POULSON, THOMAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/28/2010 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cherith Care Center at Willow Brook's rating?
Cherith Care Center at Willow Brook 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 Cherith Care Center at Willow Brook receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Cherith Care Center at Willow Brook 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 Cherith Care Center at Willow Brook?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Cherith Care Center at Willow Brook and how do I contact it?
Cherith Care Center at Willow Brook is at 100 Willow Brook Way, South, Delaware, OH 43015. Phone: (740) 369-0048.
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.