Candlewood Healthcare and Rehabilitation
1835 Belmore Ave · East Cleveland, OH · 44112 · 2162683600
116 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Certus Healthcare
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.35 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.37 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.05 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $29,488 |
Inspection citations (31 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G October 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected October 21, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected October 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected June 24, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E February 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected February 21, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 21, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected October 27, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 27, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 14, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 27, 2022
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected November 14, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 27, 2022
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected November 14, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 27, 2022
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected November 14, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 27, 2022
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected November 14, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 27, 2022
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected November 14, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 27, 2022
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected November 14, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 27, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 14, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 27, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 14, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2019
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected December 2, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2019
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected December 2, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2019
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected December 2, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2019
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected December 2, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2019
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 2, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2019
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected December 2, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2019
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected December 9, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2019
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected December 2, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| October 1, 2024 | Fine | $29,488 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365353 · certified since May 16, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.