Cincinnati, OH

Home At Hearthstone, The

5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 4 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

8028 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH

(513) 521-2700

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Overall

5 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

4 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

2 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

5 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

96

Certified beds

Average residents

88

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Foundations Health Solutions

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

2002-12-23

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.46

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.97

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.32

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.28

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

63%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

40%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 93.4%
92.4%
1 pts better
93.4%
About the same
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 87.8%
94.5%
6.7 pts worse
95.5%
7.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.6%
3.3%
2.7 pts better
3.3%
2.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 53.1%
26.1%
27 pts worse
11.4%
41.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.5%
6.2%
1.7 pts better
5.4%
0.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 23.2%
25.4%
2.2 pts better
19.6%
3.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.0%
11.5%
2.5 pts worse
16.7%
2.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.1%
0.1 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 3.3%
7.7%
4.4 pts better
16.3%
13 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 3.6%
6.2%
2.6 pts better
14.9%
11.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
0.2%
0.2 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
0.5%
0.5 pts better
1.7%
1.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 6.6%
21.7%
15.1 pts better
19.8%
13.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 2.5%
3.7%
1.2 pts better
5.1%
2.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 80.1%
78.1%
2 pts better
81.7%
1.6 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 6.2%
12.5%
6.3 pts better
12.0%
5.8 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
1.2%
1.2 pts better
1.6%
1.6 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 66.1%
75.6%
9.5 pts worse
79.7%
13.6 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 28.5%
25.1%
3.4 pts worse
23.9%
4.6 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2024-07-25 · Fire 2024-07-25

4 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (1 deficiency)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2022-02-03 · Fire 2022-02-03

7 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)

15 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (6 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2019-03-28 · Fire 2019-03-28

7 health deficiencies

Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-25

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2024-08-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-25

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-08-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-25

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2024-08-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-25

K271 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

Corrected 2024-08-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-25

K344 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.

Corrected 2024-08-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

E29 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop a communication plan.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

E31 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide emergency officials' contact information.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

E32 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

K346 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

K354 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2022-03-04

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2022-03-04

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2022-03-04

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2022-03-04

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2022-03-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2019-05-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2019-05-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2019-05-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2019-05-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

K916 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

Corrected 2019-05-01

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-17

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2025-12-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-25

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2024-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-25

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2024-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-25

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-08-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-16

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2023-05-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

F557 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Corrected 2022-03-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Corrected 2022-03-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2022-03-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

F636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Corrected 2022-03-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2022-03-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2022-03-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-02-03

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2022-03-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected 2019-05-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Corrected 2019-05-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2019-05-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2019-05-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2019-05-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-03-28

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2019-05-01

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Colleran Fam Tr Dated 01-01-2018

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 63 facilities 2018-06-01
Foundations Health LLC

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 63 facilities 2018-06-02
Colleran, Brian

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 63 facilities 2019-01-01
Colleran, Brian

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 63 facilities 2019-01-01
Colleran, Brian

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 63 facilities 2019-01-01
Foundations Health Solutions, LLC

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 62 facilities 2019-01-01
Krystowski, John

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 63 facilities 2018-06-01
Krystowski, John

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 63 facilities 2018-06-01
Santiago, Jessica

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2022-09-20

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