Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

Main Street Care Center

500 Community Drive, Avon Lake, OH 44012 · Lorain County

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 90% full (108 of 120 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.

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Avon Lake

Main Street Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Avon Lake, OH, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 108 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sprenger Health Care Systems network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 3.56 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.65 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $16,801 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.56 hrs/resident/day)

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 120
Avg. residents/day: 108
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Sprenger Health Care Systems
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 365865

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	$8,690–$11,180/mo (median $9,660)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,550–$7,570/mo (median $5,570)	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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.56; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.65; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 52.6%; 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): 3
Federal fines: 1 ($16,801)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2024-06-06
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-24Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2026-04-24Severity G — actual 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.

2025-01-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-01-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-01-09Severity 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.

2025-01-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2024-09-03Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2024-09-03Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

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
2024-02-28	Fine	$16,801

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ 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
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Concierge services

Location

500 Community Drive, Avon Lake, OH

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Main Street Care Center

How much does Main Street Care Center cost?

Main Street Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Avon Lake, 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 Main Street Care Center's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Main Street Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.56 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Main Street Care Center?

Main Street Care Center has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-06-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Main Street Care Center have availability?

Typically 90% full (108 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Main Street Care Center offer?

Main Street Care Center in Avon Lake, OH offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 120 beds.

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