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Scout 95Lima, OH · 56 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Lima's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,290–$10,670/mo
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Lima Convalescent Home
1650 Allentown Road, Lima, OH 45805 · Allen County
Providing exceptional care for elders from assisted living in Lochhaven to skilled nursing home care at The Greens & Lima Convalescent Home.
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (65 of 72 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Lima
Lima Convalescent Home is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Lima, OH, with 72 certified beds and an average of about 65 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.26 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.66 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.26 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Lima for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 72
- Avg. residents/day
- 65
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 366297
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 | $8,290–$10,670/mo (median $9,220) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lima 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
- 4.26
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.66
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 37.5%
- 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)
- 7
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-04-24Severity 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.
2025-04-24Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-04-24Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.
2025-04-24Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-04-24Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-04-24Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-04-24Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2022-08-15Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each 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
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
Location
1650 Allentown Road, Lima, 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 Lima Convalescent Home
How much does Lima Convalescent Home cost?
Lima Convalescent Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lima, OH area typically runs $8,290–$10,670 per month (median $9,220, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Lima Convalescent Home's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Lima Convalescent Home 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Lima Convalescent Home?
Staff provide about 4.26 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Lima Convalescent Home?
Lima Convalescent Home has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Lima Convalescent Home have availability?
Typically 91% full (65 of 72 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Lima Convalescent Home offer?
Lima Convalescent Home in Lima, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 72 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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