SeniorCareRanked
Ohio/LIMA
53
Fair

CARECORE AT LIMA

599 SOUTH SHAWNEE STREET, LIMA, OH 45804
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

CARECORE AT LIMA is a 88-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in LIMA, Ohio. It has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 53 out of 100, indicating average quality. Staff turnover is 66.3% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 1 fine(s) totaling $33,534. 12 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the CARECORE HEALTH chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score53/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating3/5 stars (= Average than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.2 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.62 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover66% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies12 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 1 fine(s) totaling $33,534
  • 1 penalty(ies) imposed
  • High staff turnover (66.3%)

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.2
RN hours/resident/day0.62
Staff turnover66.3%
RN turnover53.3%

Facility Information

Beds88
Avg residents64.9
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainCARECORE HEALTH
Deficiencies (last inspection)12
Resident/Family councilNo

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What to Look for When Visiting CARECORE AT LIMA

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

CARECORE AT LIMA reports 3.2 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

With 66.3% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

Ask about their most recent inspection

12 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.