Willowood Care Center of Brunswick
1186 Hadcock Rd · Brunswick, OH · 44212 · 3302253156
100 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Carecore Health
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.88 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.54 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.52 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 58% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (8 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F September 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D January 12, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 12, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 12, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365785 · certified since January 2, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.