Briarwood Village
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based on 8 Google reviews
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
- Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (12 vs median 8.0)
- High staff turnover (62%)
- High RN turnover (74%)
Bottom 25% in OH · Below recommended RN staffing · Below chain average · $26,685 in fines
What this means for your family
Briarwood Village is well-regarded for its clean environment and high-quality rehabilitation services. However, because one resident describes it as an apartment-style living arrangement, families should clarify whether the facility functions primarily as independent senior housing or a skilled nursing facility to ensure it meets their specific medical needs.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
8 reviews on Google“Briarwood Village presents a complex picture, as reviews range from praise for its physical appearance and rehab services to confusion regarding its primary function. While some families appreciate the clean environment and attentive staff, others have left low ratings without providing context, and one resident describes the facility more like an apartment complex than a traditional nursing home.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Friendly and helpful staff
- High-quality rehabilitation services
Concerns
- Lack of detailed feedback in negative reviews (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 8 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed that you are quite active in responding to feedback online; how do you use that family input to improve the daily experience for residents here?
- 2With 112 residents at Briarwood Village, what specific steps are you taking to increase your staffing levels and ensure more personalized attention for each individual?
- 3Given the recent focus on health inspection standards, could you walk me through the specific changes or improvements you have implemented to ensure the highest quality of care?
- 4I’ve read great things about your rehabilitation services; how do you integrate those therapy goals into the resident's daily life and activities?
- 5Since the facility is well-regarded for being clean and well-maintained, how do you ensure that same level of consistency and detail in your medical care and nursing protocols?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is your specific protocol for communicating with family members and ensuring they are kept in the loop?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Beautiful facility with caring staff that provides tender care and attention to our elderly loved ones.”
“The Rehab facilities and staff are second to none. Outstanding care provided.”
“Good place to live and cheap! I’ve lived here for a year now. The neighbors are friendly.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose walking got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Families have filed seven complaints against Briarwood Village, triggering investigations that found deficiencies in infection control, accident prevention, nursing supervision, and medication management. The facility shows recurring problems with safety systems, care planning, and medication handling across multiple surveys from 2020 to 2025. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the pattern of repeated issues in core care areas suggests ongoing operational challenges families should carefully consider.
Sep 15, 2025Complaint3
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Aug 14, 2025Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Apr 7, 2025Complaint2
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Oct 2, 2024Complaint1
Nursing 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.
Aug 8, 2024Routine19
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Egress Deficiencies
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident 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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Oct 25, 2022Routine17
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Egress Deficiencies
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Resident 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.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident 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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Aug 14, 2025
$17,345
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Briarwood Village
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Hcf Management
22 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.4/5 · Rank 17 of 22
Ownership & Management
Owners
Hcf Operations, INC
Owner · Organization
Chad M. Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Owner (parent company) · Organization
David V. Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Hcf, INC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Jeffrey L. Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Joann C. Unverferth 12-29-04 Revocable Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kendra M. U
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kerri a. Ro
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kevan R. Un
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kristen S.
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kyle J. Unv
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Joseph L. Unverferth 12-15-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Lawrence G. Unverferth 12-13-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Owner (parent company) · Organization
R. Steven Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Owner (parent company) · Organization
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