Kensington at Anna Maria
Scout 92Aurora, OH · 99 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Aurora's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,640–$11,110/mo
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Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
721 Hickory St, Akron, OH 44303 · Summit County
Hickory Ridge is a 170 bed, skilled nursing facility located in Akron, Ohio. We provide 24/7 skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, spiritual care, individualized activities and more.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (140 of 155 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.
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 Akron
Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Akron, OH, with 155 certified beds and an average of about 140 residents per day. It operates as part of the Foundations Health Solutions network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.29 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.30 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.29 hrs/resident/day)
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Akron, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 155
- Avg. residents/day
- 140
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Foundations Health Solutions
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 365134
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 | $8,640–$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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.29
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.30
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 36%
- 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)
- 12
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-14
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (24 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-14Severity 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.
2026-01-14Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-01-14Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
2026-01-14Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2026-01-14Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2026-01-14Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
2026-01-14Severity 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.
2026-01-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
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
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
721 Hickory St, Akron, 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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How much does Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center cost?
Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Akron, 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 Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.29 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 24 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 91% full (140 of 155 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offer?
Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Akron, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 155 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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