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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The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center
9014 Cedar Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106 · Cuyahoga County
The Gardens of Fairfax
52
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places, facility website.
Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 52% full — availability is generally good.
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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Cleveland
The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Cleveland, OH, with 89 certified beds and an average of about 46 residents per day. It operates as part of the Foundations Health Solutions network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 69.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 26 federal fines totaling $154,344 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 (3.88 hrs/resident/day)
- •High staff turnover (69.6%)
- •$154,344 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Cleveland, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 89
- Avg. residents/day
- 46
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Foundations Health Solutions
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 366106
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
- 3.88
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.47
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 69.6%
- 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)
- 6
- Federal fines
- 26 ($154,344)
- Total penalties
- 26
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (47 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2026-02-12Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
2026-02-12Severity 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.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2026-02-12Severity 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.
2025-09-24Severity 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.
2025-09-24Severity 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-03-29 | Fine | $10,039 |
| 2024-02-20 | Fine | $4,938 |
| 2024-02-12 | Fine | $4,938 |
| 2024-01-22 | Fine | $14,814 |
| 2024-01-08 | Fine | $4,938 |
| 2024-01-02 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-12-11 | Fine | $13,762 |
| 2023-11-20 | Fine | $4,587 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
9014 Cedar Ave, Cleveland, 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 The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center
How much does The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center cost?
The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Cleveland, 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 The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 69.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center?
The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center has 47 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 52% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center offer?
The Gardens of Fairfax Health Care Center in Cleveland, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 89 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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