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Altercare Wadsworth

147 Garfield St

3.7(58 ratings)· Wadsworth average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Total units
90
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Individual
Certified beds
90
Respite Care
Offers short-term respite stays for caregivers
Cardiac Care Program
Specialized cardiac rehab from admission to discharge

What Families Think

Families of residents at Altercare Wadsworth consistently describe a caring, attentive staff who go out of their way to comfort patients with dementia, cardiac needs, and rehabilitation goals. Reviewers highlight strong relationships with individual nurses and aides, along with clean rooms and a supportive admissions process. The community also offers a specialized cardiac care program and short-term respite stays for family caregivers.

The Good

  • Staff described as caring, attentive, and compassionate
  • Rehab helped one resident regain mobility with a walker
  • Specialized cardiac care program for heart recovery
  • Respite care available for family caregivers
  • Housekeeping kept rooms clean and well-maintained
  • Referred by CarePatrol as a trusted provider

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Altercare Wadsworth is a senior living community in Wadsworth, Ohio offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 58 reviews.

About Altercare Wadsworth

Altercare of Wadsworth is a long-term care and short-term rehabilitation community located on Garfield Street in Wadsworth, Ohio. The facility has served Medina County by combining home-like amenities with a supportive and safe environment.

The community provides personalized care with focused attention from highly skilled staff committed to residents' health and well-being. Care is delivered through a physician-directed, patient-centered approach that emphasizes individualized treatment and expert support.

Altercare of Wadsworth offers specialized cardiac care for patients recovering from cardiac events. This program includes advanced monitoring, individualized treatment plans, and education designed to promote recovery, reduce hospital readmissions, and support long-term heart health. The cardiac care team provides support from pre-admission assessments through post-discharge coordination, partnering with patients and families throughout the care process.

Types of Care at Altercare Wadsworth

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Altercare Wadsworth

3.7overall · 58 ratings combined

3.7★ on Google (58)

Randy Wright

Jul 2026

via Google

During the time that my dad was at Altercare he thrived and was well cared for. He was previously in a wheel chair from another facility and they worked with him to use a walker and was very mobile. The compassion, caring, and attention was exactly what he needed. We cannot say enough about the staff and how loving they were toward him. A special thanks and much love to Angie, Eva, Liz, and Don that helped take care of dad. His last days were difficult, but they made things so much easier for all of us. Randy & Kimberly Wright, Wadsworth

Julie Brown

Jul 2026

via Google

We dropped my mother-in-law off for respite care. She has been several times and the workers were so sweet and welcoming today. I appreciate their hard work and the administration’s kindness and consideration.

Denise Queen

Jul 2026

via Google

My Mother with dementia stayed here for about a year last year in 2025, and the staff were SO very caring, comforting and really attentive with her. We brought her home (I, her daughter) because I really missed her and I just wanted her to be home. But now it’s June 2026 and we need a vacation!!! Mother will be going back for respite for two weeks and they just welcomed her back with loving arms!!! Several people came up to say Hi who remembered her, Staff and Residents. It was SO awesome!!! It’s nice knowing she will be taken such good care of! Thank you to all the workers at AlterCare in Wadsworth for doing what you do and caring for such individuals in need!!! I truly appreciate you!!!

Rita Steiner

Jun 2026

via Google

My husband got excellent care. Everyone was so nice & caring. The food was very good also. Hard to beat

Rita s.

Jun 2026

via Google

Very caring staff. Food very good. My husband got very good care.

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Government Inspection History

5 inspection visits in the last three years, 34 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Jul 24, 2025Health Complaint5 citations
  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 22, 2025

Mar 18, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 28, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 28, 2025

Apr 25, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
  • Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 21, 2024

  • Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 21, 2024

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

  • Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

  • Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 21, 2024

Jun 28, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 25, 2023

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

Jan 2, 2020Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard1 citation
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2020

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Altercare Wadsworth offer?

Altercare Wadsworth offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Altercare Wadsworth located?

Altercare Wadsworth is located at 147 Garfield St in Wadsworth, Ohio.

What do families say about Altercare Wadsworth?

Families of residents at Altercare Wadsworth consistently describe a caring, attentive staff who go out of their way to comfort patients with dementia, cardiac needs, and rehabilitation goals. Reviewers highlight strong relationships with individual nurses and aides, along with clean rooms and a supportive admissions process. The community also offers a specialized cardiac care program and short-term respite stays for family caregivers.

How did Altercare Wadsworth do on recent health and safety inspections?

Altercare Wadsworth had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 34 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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