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Grafton Oaks Nursing Center

405 Grafton Avenue, Dayton, OH 45406 · Montgomery County

Grafton Oaks is a privately owned Medicare-certified 99-bed skilled nursing facility offering short-term rehab and long-term care.

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 78% 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Dayton

Grafton Oaks Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Dayton, OH, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 78 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 3.26 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.46 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 68.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 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 health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.26 hrs/resident/day)
•High staff turnover (68.7%)
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 99
Avg. residents/day: 78
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 365716

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	$8,580–$11,030/mo (median $9,530)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Dayton 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: 3.26; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.46; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 68.7%; 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): 9
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2026-02-10
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

2026-02-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2026-02-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-02-10Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

2026-02-10Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2026-02-10Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

2026-02-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2025-09-16Severity G — actual harmFrom 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.

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
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

405 Grafton Avenue, Dayton, 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 Grafton Oaks Nursing Center

How much does Grafton Oaks Nursing Center cost?

Grafton Oaks Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Dayton, OH area typically runs $8,580–$11,030 per month (median $9,530, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Grafton Oaks Nursing Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Grafton Oaks Nursing Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Grafton Oaks Nursing Center?

Staff provide about 3.26 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 68.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Grafton Oaks Nursing Center?

Grafton Oaks Nursing Center has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Grafton Oaks Nursing Center have availability?

Typically 78% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Grafton Oaks Nursing Center offer?

Grafton Oaks Nursing Center in Dayton, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.

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