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Otterbein North Shore

9400 North Shore Blvd, Lakeside, OH 43440 · Ottawa County

Otterbein SeniorLife Marblehead is a nonprofit life plan community (CCRC) nestled on 46 wooded acres on Ohio's Marblehead Peninsula, just two blocks from Lake Erie. Founded in the tradition of Otterbein SeniorLife's 100+ year mission of service, this vibrant campus offers a full continuum of care — from independent li…

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 89% full (18 of 20 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

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Lakeside

Otterbein North Shore is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Lakeside, OH, with 20 certified beds and an average of about 18 residents per day. It operates as part of the Otterbein Seniorlife 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: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.15 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.91 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 71.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.15 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

•High staff turnover (71.8%)
•13 deficiencies at last survey

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 20
Avg. residents/day: 18
Ownership: Non profit - Church related
Part of a chain: Otterbein Seniorlife
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 366358

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	$8,260–$10,630/mo (median $9,180)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,420–$7,190/mo (median $5,290)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Sandusky 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: 5.15; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.91; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 71.8%; 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): 13
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-04-17
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2026-03-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2026-03-27Severity 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.

2026-03-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2025-09-22Severity 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.

2025-04-17Severity 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.

2025-04-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2025-04-17Severity D — 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.

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

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Boulevard Bistro dining
✓ Salon
✓ Walking trails
✓ Fitness room
✓ Library
✓ Art studios
✓ Meditation room
✓ Life Enrichment Center
✓ Indoor shuffleboard court
✓ Woodshop
✓ Firepit
✓ On-site wellness services
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Transportation services
✓ On-site bank
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Studio apartments

Location

9400 North Shore Blvd, Lakeside, 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

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Common questions about Otterbein North Shore

How much does Otterbein North Shore cost?

Otterbein North Shore does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lakeside, OH area typically runs $8,260–$10,630 per month (median $9,180, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Otterbein North Shore's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Otterbein North Shore 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Otterbein North Shore?

Staff provide about 5.15 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 71.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Otterbein North Shore?

Otterbein North Shore has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Otterbein North Shore have availability?

Typically 89% full (18 of 20 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Otterbein North Shore offer?

Otterbein North Shore in Lakeside, OH offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 20 beds.

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