Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber

717 Neil Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215 · Franklin County

Experience vibrant senior living at Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber in Columbus, Ohio. From independent living to memory care, find your perfect home with customizable amenities and services.

5.0CMS overall rating(614) 228-8888 Visit website ↗

Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 87% full (30 of 35 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.

One of Columbus's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Columbus, OH, with 35 certified beds and an average of about 30 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ohio Living Communities 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 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.63 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.66 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $14,680 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.63 hrs/resident/day)
✓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 Columbus for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 35
Avg. residents/day: 30
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Ohio Living Communities
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 365416

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	$8,840–$11,360/mo (median $9,820)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,590–$7,700/mo (median $5,660)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Columbus 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: 5.63; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.66; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 56.5%; 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): 10
Federal fines: 1 ($14,680)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-05-29
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.

2025-05-29Severity 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.

2025-05-29Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

2025-05-29Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

2025-05-29Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

2025-05-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2025-05-29Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

2025-05-29Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2025-05-29Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

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
2023-08-17	Fine	$14,680

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
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ Studio apartments
✓ Concierge services
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

717 Neil Avenue, Columbus, 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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Google

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Common questions about Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber

How much does Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber cost?

Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Columbus, OH area typically runs $8,840–$11,360 per month (median $9,820, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber?

Staff provide about 5.63 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber?

Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber have availability?

Typically 87% full (30 of 35 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber offer?

Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber in Columbus, OH offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 35 beds.

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