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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Lake Pointe Health Care
3364 Kolbe Rd, Lorain, OH 44053 · Lorain County
Discover our top-quality skilled nursing facility in Lorain, OH. Call Lake Pointe Health Center today to learn about our unique approach to senior care.
81
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 89% full (88 of 99 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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.
One of Lorain's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Lake Pointe Health Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lorain, OH, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 88 residents per day. It operates as part of the Communicare Health network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.14 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.36 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,021 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.14 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Lorain for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 88
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Communicare Health
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 365623
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
- 3.14
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.36
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 38.1%
- 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)
- 1
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,021)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2024-10-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
2025-01-30Severity 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.
2025-01-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-11-27Severity 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.
2024-11-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
2024-10-24Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2024-09-17Severity 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.
2023-12-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-17 | Fine | $8,021 |
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
Location
3364 Kolbe Rd, Lorain, 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 Lake Pointe Health Care
How much does Lake Pointe Health Care cost?
Lake Pointe Health Care 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 Lake Pointe Health Care's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Lake Pointe Health Care 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Lake Pointe Health Care?
Staff provide about 3.14 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Lake Pointe Health Care?
Lake Pointe Health Care has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Lake Pointe Health Care have availability?
Typically 89% full (88 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Lake Pointe Health Care offer?
Lake Pointe Health Care in Lorain, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Cleveland.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
- 2Get exact pricing & availabilityRequest current rates for Lake Pointe Health Care — takes one minute, answered same day.
- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
- 4Hold a spotMost communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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