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Aurora Manor Special Care Cent

101 S Bissell Rd, Aurora, OH 44202 · Portage County

Skilled nursing in Portage County, OH since 1991 near Ohio Turnpike. Aurora Manor Special Care provides on-site home dialysis, rehab, and long-term care!

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 77% full — openings are usually available.

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

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Aurora

Aurora Manor Special Care Cent is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Aurora, OH, with 75 certified beds and an average of about 58 residents per day. It operates as part of the Saber Healthcare Group network.

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

Staff provide about 3.68 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.03 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.68 hrs/resident/day)
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Aurora options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 75
Avg. residents/day: 58
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Saber Healthcare Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 365844

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	$8,640–$11,110/mo (median $9,600)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Akron 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: 3.68; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.03; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 60.8%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 6
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2026-01-26
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-09Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2026-01-26Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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, compar…

2026-01-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom 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.

2026-01-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-12-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-11-21Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

2024-11-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

101 S Bissell Rd, Aurora, OH

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Aurora Manor Special Care Cent

How much does Aurora Manor Special Care Cent cost?

Aurora Manor Special Care Cent does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Aurora, OH area typically runs $8,640–$11,110 per month (median $9,600, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Aurora Manor Special Care Cent's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Aurora Manor Special Care Cent 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Aurora Manor Special Care Cent?

Staff provide about 3.68 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Aurora Manor Special Care Cent?

Aurora Manor Special Care Cent has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Aurora Manor Special Care Cent have availability?

Typically 77% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Aurora Manor Special Care Cent offer?

Aurora Manor Special Care Cent in Aurora, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 75 beds.

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