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Ohio Living Cape May

175 Cape May Drive

4(17 ratings)· Wilmington average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Total units
23
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
23
Pet Policy
Pets welcome with no extra monthly fee
Care Certification
Certified for memory care under Ohio's Assisted Living Waiver
Community Type
Life plan community with independent living to memory care

What Families Think

Reviewers frequently praise Cape May's rehabilitation and physical therapy services, describing the nursing and therapy staff as exceptional and caring. However, the community has also faced serious complaints about long-term care management, including a report of pressure to remove a resident with dementia, and an incident involving poor handling of guest parking during an event.

The Good

  • Highly praised rehab and physical therapy programs
  • On-campus physical therapy after surgery
  • Friendly, caring nursing staff mentioned repeatedly
  • 5-star CMS rating for rehab and skilled care
  • Villa-style homes are handicap accessible

The Bad

  • One report of pressure to discharge a resident with dementia
  • One account describes unreasonable added care costs (~$2,000/week)
  • One reviewer describes rude staff and poor event/guest handling

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Ohio Living Cape May is a senior living community in Wilmington, Ohio offering Memory Care, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Fitness Center. Families rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 17 reviews.

About Ohio Living Cape May

Ohio Living Cape May is a continuing care retirement community located in Wilmington, Ohio, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. As a life plan community, it provides housing options tailored to residents' current needs with access to additional care services should they be needed in the future.

The community features independent living homes and apartments with a range of floor plans, from villa-style cottages to Cambridge Apartments, all designed as maintenance-free residences. Residents enjoy amenities including walking paths to a pond and pavilion, a fitness room in the Campus Center, and landscaping and snow removal services provided by the community.

Assisted living at Ohio Living Cape May is individualized, with trained caregivers supporting residents with medication management, meal preparation, personal grooming, and other daily needs while encouraging independence. The community is certified by the Ohio Department of Aging to provide basic and memory care services under the Assisted Living Waiver Program. Memory care apartments are specially designed to be less overwhelming for residents with dementia, with staff trained in innovative memory care techniques.

The community offers a variety of events and activities including live entertainment, movie nights, and educational programs. Residents have easy access to healthcare services, shopping, dining, the historic Murphy Theatre, and Wilmington College. Pets are welcome with no additional monthly fee.

Ohio Living Cape May is a not-for-profit organization that has been recognized by A Place for Mom as Best of Senior Living for four years running and is rated 5 stars for Rehabilitation and Skilled Care by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The community partners with Concierge at Home to provide discounted services such as deep-cleaning, laundry, and tech support.

Types of Care at Ohio Living Cape May

Independent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Multiple Floor Plans
  • 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
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Fitness Center
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Pet Friendly
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security
  • Transportation Services
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Live Performances
  • Religious Services
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Ohio Living Cape May

4overall · 17 ratings combined

4★ on Google (17)

Marla Allen

Nov 2024

via Google

Cape May in Wilmington is the best rehab facility around! My dad had been in and out of the hospital for over 2 1/2 months with issues from congestive heart failure. He was actually sent to one rehab facility three times during that time frame, did a little bit better, but nowhere near where he should’ve been. After the third hospital stay, we decided to try a new rehab facility, Cape May in Wilmington. The care he received there was exceptional! They have the best nursing staff, physical therapy, and occupational therapy programs around! The Director of nursing, Jacki as well as Margie, who coordinated his stay did a phenomenal job! We were always kept up-to-date on his care and knew what next steps were going to be. The day my dad left to go home he said he will miss everyone because it felt like family there. If we ever have the need for a rehabilitation facility again we will be reaching out to Cape May in Wilmington!

Kassie

Jun 2024

via Google

I’d leave 0 stars if I could. Whatever you do don’t rent the place out for any event of any kind. The fridge in the kitchen was absolutely disgusting and filled with other peoples stuff leaving us limited room, also had alcohol left in the fridge which was incredibly frustrating as there was kids who could have mistaken for pop or juice and just all around disrespectful to leave alcohol not knowing who could be using the event room next. The staff did not communicate and was incredibly disrespectful and made us feel like we had to hurry up and go when we had paid to rent their space. Parking is a mess, handicap parking was not available when needed for our guest. Staff actually was trying to tell an elderly guest with a handicap sticker to move their car from the handicap space for a tenant when it was not tenant parking. Terrible venue truly, so many unhappy guest and unnecessary issues. I hope no one who ever tries to plan a special event here is made to feel the way we did please never rent from here.

Kelly Koenig

Jun 2024

via Google

Rude residents and staff. Cape May allowed a family to celebrate a baby shower in the venue next to the gazebo and then proceeded to make the guests move their cars because of inadequate parking. If a facility is going to allow a party then parking should be accommodated for all guest. And if said parking isnt available for the guests then make that known to the family hosting the party. Guests were subjected to park in the grass. Then later by security officers made to move all the way to the back where employees park. For a baby shower that was ONLY 3 HOURS. Unacceptable.

Pamela Brock

Sep 2022

via Google

My husband and I moved to Cape May two years ago. At the time we were 60 and 70 years old. Most of our family and friends thought we were making the move too soon. I can honestly say the move was made at just the right time. The first year we met several neighbors who became great friends. We got involved in activites as soon as they started back up after COVID. We were happy with our decision to move but hadn't experienced the full benefits of living at Cape May until the following year. My husband had total knee replacement surgery followed by complications and a second surgery a few weeks later. Living in a one floor villa with everything handicap accessable was a huge blessing. My husband received physical therapy right here on campus, another blessing. The physical therapists were fantastic and my husband reached all the goals his surgeon had for him. Cape May is not just a place to live, it's a community of caring people and we are so thankful to call it home.

Butch Hooper

Sep 2022

via Google

We enjoy Cape May very much. The folks that work here are very friendly and very helpful. The folks that live here are very friendly and fun to be around. We feel blessed to have been approached to take a visit to here at Cape May. Timing worked out perfectly and it surely must been a God Thing!

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 17 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 10, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 30, 2026

  • 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 Apr 30, 2026

Jun 1, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • 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 Sep 1, 2023

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 5, 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, isolatedCorrected Jun 5, 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 Jun 5, 2023

  • Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 5, 2023

Jun 10, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 16, 2021

  • Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 16, 2021

Feb 21, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 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 Mar 28, 2019

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 28, 2019

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 28, 2019

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 28, 2019

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2019

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2019

  • 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 Mar 28, 2019

  • 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 Mar 28, 2019

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 Ohio Living Cape May offer?

Ohio Living Cape May offers Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Is Ohio Living Cape May pet friendly?

Yes. Ohio Living Cape May lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.

Where is Ohio Living Cape May located?

Ohio Living Cape May is located at 175 Cape May Drive in Wilmington, Ohio.

What do families say about Ohio Living Cape May?

Reviewers frequently praise Cape May's rehabilitation and physical therapy services, describing the nursing and therapy staff as exceptional and caring. However, the community has also faced serious complaints about long-term care management, including a report of pressure to remove a resident with dementia, and an incident involving poor handling of guest parking during an event.

How did Ohio Living Cape May do on recent health and safety inspections?

Ohio Living Cape May had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 17 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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