Donald Fennell
May 2026
They were very kind and very helpful
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 78
- Medicare rating
- 2 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 120
- Inspections
- View history (75 citations)
- Independent living option
- Separate independent living complex with 19 apartments on-site
- Location
- Located across from a park in Akron's International District
- Management history
- Recently changed to new ownership and management
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Reviews of Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe are sharply mixed: many families praise the caring staff, clean rooms, and strong rehab outcomes, while a substantial number of others report serious lapses in care, understaffing, and poor communication. Several reviewers note the facility has undergone renovations and a change in ownership/management, which some feel has improved conditions.
The Good
- Staff frequently described as caring and friendly
- Rooms and hallways often noted as clean
- Positive rehab outcomes reported, including healed wounds and regained mobility
- Good food mentioned by multiple reviewers
- Recent renovations and new management noted as improvements
The Bad
- Multiple reports of rude or unprofessional staff
- Several reviewers describe chronic understaffing
- Communication problems: unreturned calls and unresolved complaints
- One report of serious medical care errors involving PICC line supplies
- One report of bed bugs at the facility
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe is a senior living community in Akron, Ohio offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care, Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Fitness Center, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 71 reviews.
About Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe
Canal Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing Care. Perfected.
Welcome to the online home of Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing.
Canal Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing is helmed by an exceptional team delivering quality care in a beautiful, serene setting. Every touchpoint with our team has been expertly crafted to ensure that our environment is optimal for care, comfort, and convenience.
From our dedicated nursing staff to our unique, stimulating programming, to our beautiful living spaces, Canal Pointe promises a world-class experience in rehabilitation and health care.
About US
Canal Pointe Rehabilitation & Nursing is proud to uphold our reputation as a leader in the rehabilitation industry.
We view our patients and staff as family members: this communal feeling can be sensed throughout our halls and events. This familial approach to care is what elevates us above the rest.
Our highly-trained staff participates in additional periodic training to ensure that they are retaining the skills and are kept up-to-date on best practices.
Our rehabilitation and nursing facility was designed to create an environment of maximum comfort and healing. No matter how long you stay with us, each one of your needs will be addressed with dignity and compassion. We utilize cutting-edge technology and the latest in rehabilitation methods to ensure a quick and thorough recovery.
We invite you to explore our services HERE, and we would love to have you join us for a tour today, so you can experience the Canal Pointe magic firsthand.
Our Story
Divine Rehabilitation & Nursing has earned a reputation as a leader in the rehabilitation industry, and for good reason.
Our Services
Our attitude toward rehabilitation embraces the entirety of every patient’s individual needs.
What Our Clients Say
We pride ourselves on our care and professionalism. Our clients and their families agree!
Services
You and Your Loved One Can Depend On
At Canal Pointe, our services are administered in a professional, compassionate manner by our highly-trained staff. Our team takes great pride in the lofty standards we hold ourselves to. You and your loved one deserve no less!
This standard is upheld across every resident’s healthcare journey with Canal Pointe. Our beautiful, modern facilities and dedicated caregivers are ready to prove this belief to you.
Our services include:
• Pre & Post Rehabilitation
• Orthopedic Rehabilitation
• CVA Rehabilitation
• Bariatric Care
• Long Term Care
• Lymphedema Management
• Fall Risk Management
• Pain Management
• Specialized Wound Care
• IV Therapy
• Enteral Feeding
• Tracheotomy Cares
• BiPap/CPAP/Trilogy Cares
• 48 Private Rooms
• This Location Has a Separate Independent Living Complex with 19 Apartments.
Types of Care at Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe
Home Health and HospiceIndependent LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Private Rooms
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Fitness Center
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- On-Site Medical Staff
- Pet Friendly
- Transportation Services
- Walking Paths
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe
3.5overall · 75 ratings combined
3.6★ on Google (71) · 2★ on Yelp (4) · Yelp page ↗
Asia Motts
Mar 2026
I had a good experience while at facility. The facility was clean, rehab department was full and overall the building seemed well maintained.
Debbie Miller
Mar 2026
When i went to this facility the staff were friendly and greeted me at the desk. There were residents in the lobby that were well kept and overall seemed happy. Facility admin was hosting bingo with the residents and kitchen had prepared food for an extra treat for residents. I did not smell anything that suggested poor care while I was on the floor. Facility could use a paint job but my love one gets the care he needs.
Chris Jay
Dec 2025
The one thing I can say about Divine Canal Pointe is whenever I have walked into a patient’s room it actually smelled clean. What I have learned over the years in healthcare is that something can look clean, but if it is not actually clean the smell will give it away every time. The direction that this place is going in has leveled up throughout the years and I am looking forward to seeing what other good things they have in store for the patients.
Matthew Waszkiewicz II
Dec 2025
My best friend, cousin's cousin's uncle had to stay here in the past. I have always heard nothing but nice things here. The resident enjoyed the activities, food, other residents, and says the staff memebers were good lookers. It was hard to get this uncle to want to leave when it was necessary to be discharged.
Government Inspection History
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 75 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Sep 12, 2025Health Complaint2 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 Sep 26, 2025
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, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 26, 2025
Jun 9, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard27 citations
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2025
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 F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 14, 2025
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 14, 2025
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 14, 2025
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 Jul 14, 2025
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 Jul 14, 2025
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 14, 2025
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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
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 Jul 14, 2025
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 Jul 14, 2025
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
May 29, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
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 E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 14, 2024
Feb 22, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 15, 2024
Nov 30, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard21 citations
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Meet other general requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 18, 2024
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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 18, 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 Jan 18, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 18, 2024
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 Jan 18, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 18, 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 Jan 18, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 18, 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 Jan 18, 2024
Aug 17, 2023Health Complaint3 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, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 8, 2023
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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 8, 2023
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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 8, 2023
Aug 9, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard20 citations
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2021
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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2021
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 Aug 27, 2021
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 Aug 27, 2021
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2021
Provide appropriate foot care.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2021
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 Aug 27, 2021
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2021
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 Aug 27, 2021
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 27, 2021
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 Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe offer?
Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe offers Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Does Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe offer respite or short-term stays?
Yes. Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe lists respite and short-term care among its options. A respite stay gives a family caregiver a planned break while your loved one receives full care, and it also works as a low-commitment trial before a permanent move.
Is Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe pet friendly?
Yes. Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.
Where is Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe located?
Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe is located at 145 Olive St in Akron, Ohio.
What do families say about Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe?
Reviews of Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe are sharply mixed: many families praise the caring staff, clean rooms, and strong rehab outcomes, while a substantial number of others report serious lapses in care, understaffing, and poor communication. Several reviewers note the facility has undergone renovations and a change in ownership/management, which some feel has improved conditions.
How did Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe do on recent health and safety inspections?
Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 75 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.
How can families visit Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe?
Submit the Request Information form on this page to connect with Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Canal Pointe and arrange a tour. Sharing your timeline and care needs up front helps the community prepare for your visit.
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