Kendal at Oberlin
Scout 100Oberlin, OH · 5 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Oberlin's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,690–$11,180/mo
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Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center
18810 Harvard Ave, Cleveland, OH 44122 · Cuyahoga County
Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation and Care Center Where healing meets comfort Harvard Gardens combines a warm, home-like feel with the polish of a five-star setting—so residents feel welcome the moment they arrive, whether for short-term rehab…
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Cleveland, OH, with 130 certified beds and an average of about 101 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.13 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.27 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 25 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 6 federal fines totaling $194,149 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.13 hrs/resident/day)
- •25 deficiencies at last survey
- •$194,149 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Cleveland options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 130
- Avg. residents/day
- 101
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 365828
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,690–$11,180/mo (median $9,660) | 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.13
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.27
- National avg ≈ 0.75
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 25
- Federal fines
- 6 ($194,149)
- Total penalties
- 7
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-03
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (73 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-22Severity F — 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.
2026-04-22Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
2026-04-15Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
2026-04-15Severity 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.
2026-03-03Severity F — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
2026-03-03Severity F — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2026-03-03Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-13 | Fine | $23,720 |
| 2024-02-20 | Fine | $4,178 |
| 2024-02-12 | Fine | $3,798 |
| 2024-01-22 | Fine | $9,116 |
| 2023-12-26 | Fine | $5,454 |
| 2023-09-28 | Fine | $147,883 |
| 2023-09-28 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Library
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
18810 Harvard Ave, Cleveland, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center
How much does Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center cost?
Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Cleveland, 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 Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.13 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center?
Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center has 73 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-03). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care 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 Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center offer?
Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation & Care Center in Cleveland, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 130 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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