Skip to content
Haven
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living

4400 Vannest Avenue, Middletown, OH 45042 · Butler County

We are a skilled nursing home focused on the safety, wellness, and healing of our patients We are a skilled nursing home focused on the safety, wellness, and healing of our patients

5.0CMS overall rating(513) 422-5600Visit website ↗
82
Strong
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living photo 1Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living photo 2Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living photo 3Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living photo 4Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living photo 5Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living photo 6Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living photo 7Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living photo 8Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living photo 9Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living photo 10

Photos via google places, facility website.

Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 93% full (54 of 58 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 Middletown's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Middletown, OH, with 58 certified beds and an average of about 54 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group 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: 5/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.66 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.27 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.66 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Middletown for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
58
Avg. residents/day
54
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Pacs Group
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
365648

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$8,830–$11,350/mo (median $9,810)Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)$2,590–$7,690/mo (median $5,650)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cincinnati prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

Request exact pricing for Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living

Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.66
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.27
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
41.5%
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)
2
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-12-05
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

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

2025-12-05Severity 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.

2025-12-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

2021-07-09Severity F — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.

2021-07-09Severity E — 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.

2021-07-09Severity 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.

2021-07-09Severity 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.

2021-07-09Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2021-07-09Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Wellness programs
  • Daily activities & events
  • Courtyard / outdoor space
  • Library
  • 24/7 staff

Location

4400 Vannest Avenue, Middletown, 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

We aggregate ratings across Google, Yelp, and verified families — and link back to every source so you can read more.

Verified family reviews

No verified family reviews yet for Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living.

Have a loved one here, or recently toured? Help other families by sharing your experience — we verify every review before it's published.

Talk to an advisor about this community

Common questions about Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living

How much does Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living cost?

Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Middletown, OH area typically runs $8,830–$11,350 per month (median $9,810, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living?

Staff provide about 3.66 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living?

Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living has 8 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living have availability?

Typically 93% full (54 of 58 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living offer?

Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living in Middletown, OH offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 58 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Cincinnati.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

  1. 1
    Confirm the fit
    Check the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
  2. 2
    Get exact pricing & availability
    Request current rates for Willow Knoll Post-Acute and Senior Living — takes one minute, answered same day.
  3. 3
    Tour 2–3 communities
    Compare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
  4. 4
    Hold a spot
    Most communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

Other top communities in Cincinnati, OH

Mcv Health Care Facilities, INC in Mason

Mason, OH · 73 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Fills quickly

One of Mason's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,830$11,350/mo
View full evaluation →
St Elizabeth Edgewood SNF in Edgewood

Edgewood, KY · 30 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

One of Edgewood's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,830$11,350/mo
View full evaluation →
Locust Ridge Healthcare LLC in Williamsburg

Williamsburg, OH · 61 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

One of Williamsburg's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,830$11,350/mo
View full evaluation →