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This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. The latest standard survey recorded 23 findings, above the OH average of 10.1. We recommend asking the administrator directly: "How are you addressing recent staffing shortfalls?" These are not reasons to panic, but they are reasons to ask tough questions and visit in person.
The Laurels of Kettering presents a stark contrast in experiences, with many families praising the facility's cleanliness, friendly administrative staff, and effective rehabilitation services. However, a significant number of reviewers report critical failures in basic care, including slow response times to call lights, medication management errors, poor hygiene, and neglect of bedridden patients. Families should be aware that while the facility is often described as beautiful and welcoming, there are recurring, serious concerns regarding the consistency and quality of nursing care.
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Key Review Excerpts
“My nurse very limited English very hard to understand NO FOOD KITHCHEN CLOSED, MEDICATIONS WERE TO COME FROM PHARMACY BUT SAID IT COULD BE NEXT DAY, INSULIN FOR DIABETES NEEDED BADLY NONE WAS AVAILABLE”
“Aside from nobody knowing what each other is doing, the rooms are filthy. Trash is never emptied. Linens are changed only twice weekly. The floors are disgusting. As far as food goes, it’s better left on the tray.”
“The staff truly care for their residents! Everyone is always welcoming and have a smile on their face when you walk in.”
Total nursing hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmark, though RN coverage meets its reference level. Ask how aides are staffed for daily tasks such as bathing and mobility.
Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on antipsychotic 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
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Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
This facility has a concerning pattern of recurring deficiencies across multiple surveys, with families filing 23 complaints that triggered additional inspections. The most problematic areas include infection control, medication management, and basic care quality, with issues persisting across multiple years despite corrections. While all violations show correction dates, the repeated nature of problems in critical care areas like preventing infections and medication errors suggests ongoing systemic challenges that warrant careful consideration.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
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
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Administration Deficiencies
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Resident 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.
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 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.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Services Deficiencies
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
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
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Jun 16, 2025
$41,974
The Laurels of Kettering
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Ciena Healthcare/laurel Health Care
81 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.9/5 · Rank 54 of 84
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