Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC

3756 W Erie Ave, Lorain, OH 44053 · Lorain County

3.0CMS overall rating(440) 244-2019 Visit website ↗

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 86% full (95 of 110 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Lorain

Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lorain, OH, with 110 certified beds and an average of about 95 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sprenger Health Care Systems network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.39 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.54 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $20,678 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.39 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Lorain, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 110
Avg. residents/day: 95
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Sprenger Health Care Systems
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 365969

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,690–$11,180/mo (median $9,660)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,550–$7,570/mo (median $5,570)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cleveland prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.39; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.54; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 51.8%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 4
Federal fines: 1 ($20,678)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-12-04
Sprinkler system: Partial
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (34 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-04Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

2025-12-04Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

2025-12-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2025-12-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-03-19Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2023-09-19Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

2023-09-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

2023-09-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2024-03-19	Fine	$20,678

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Library
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

3756 W Erie Ave, Lorain, OH

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Common questions about Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC

How much does Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC cost?

Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lorain, OH area typically runs $8,690–$11,180 per month (median $9,660, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC?

Staff provide about 3.39 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC?

Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC has 34 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC have availability?

Typically 86% full (95 of 110 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC offer?

Anchor Lodge Nursing Home INC in Lorain, OH offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 110 beds.

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