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Widows Home of Dayton

50 South Findlay Street, Dayton, OH 45403 · Montgomery County

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Fair

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 87% full (65 of 75 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Dayton

Widows Home of Dayton is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Dayton, OH, with 75 certified beds and an average of about 65 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.95 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.01 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $48,833 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.95 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•High staff turnover (65.3%)
•15 deficiencies at last survey
•$48,833 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Dayton options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 75
Avg. residents/day: 65
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 366178

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	$8,580–$11,030/mo (median $9,530)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Dayton 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: 3.95; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.01; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 65.3%; 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): 15
Federal fines: 2 ($48,833)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-05-21
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (36 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-24Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2026-02-24Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.

2026-02-24Severity 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.

2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2025-05-21Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-05-21Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

2025-05-21Severity 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.

2025-05-21Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

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
2025-05-21	Fine	$39,868
2024-10-17	Fine	$8,965

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Wellness programs

Location

50 South Findlay Street, Dayton, OH

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Widows Home of Dayton

How much does Widows Home of Dayton cost?

Widows Home of Dayton does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Dayton, OH area typically runs $8,580–$11,030 per month (median $9,530, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Widows Home of Dayton's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Widows Home of Dayton 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Widows Home of Dayton?

Staff provide about 3.95 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Widows Home of Dayton?

Widows Home of Dayton has 36 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Widows Home of Dayton have availability?

Typically 87% full (65 of 75 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Widows Home of Dayton offer?

Widows Home of Dayton in Dayton, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 75 beds.

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