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The Gardens of St. Francis

930 South Wynn Road

4.5(105 ratings)· Oregon average: 3.5

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Quick Facts

Total units
60
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
60
Affiliation
Rooted in Catholic tradition and founding Religious Sisters
Technology
Uses smart platform to connect families and care teams
Community involvement
Hosted elder abuse awareness conference on-site

What Families Think

Reviewers consistently describe The Gardens of St. Francis as a warm, attentive community where residents feel safe, happy, and known by name. Family members highlight caring staff across departments and a comfortable, home-like atmosphere rooted in the community's Catholic tradition.

The Good

  • Staff know residents by name
  • Residents described as happy and well cared for
  • Attentive, warm staff across departments
  • Garden area for walks and outdoor time
  • Spacious rooms with good views

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

The Gardens of St. Francis is a senior living community in Oregon, Ohio offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 105 reviews.

About The Gardens of St. Francis

The Gardens of St. Francis is a senior living community located in Oregon, Ohio, serving the area since 2003. The community offers a variety of residential options tailored to individual needs, with an emphasis on human dignity rooted in the Catholic tradition.

The community utilizes Serenity smart technology to enhance residents' daily living and strengthen connections between residents, families, and care teams. This integrated platform supports meaningful engagement while keeping all stakeholders informed and connected.

The Gardens of St. Francis hosts regular community events throughout the year, including seasonal celebrations and family-friendly gatherings. The campus features elegant living spaces, comfortable common areas, and serene surroundings designed for senior living.

The community has demonstrated a commitment to elder welfare and advocacy, hosting the Coalition of Organizations Protecting Elders (COPE) for their World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Conference, reflecting its dedication to protecting and supporting older adults.

Types of Care at The Gardens of St. Francis

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
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of The Gardens of St. Francis

4.5overall · 105 ratings combined

4.5★ on Google (105)

Cherie Stout

May 2026

via Google

My mom has been here for a year now everything has went really well. She has never once asked to leave! They all made her feel very welcome. Such a relief to know she is cared for and safe.

Prentice Lipsey OH-Centerville

Apr 2026

via Google

GSF is a northern Ohio gem of a campus. It is anchored in the caring tradition of the Religious Sisters that founded it. Great staff in all departments!

Ryan Fugate OR-Roseburg

Mar 2026

via Google

As an outsider visiting a friend at The Gardens of St. Francis, I was profoundly impressed by the stunning environment and the palpable sense of warmth. The "Gardens" in their name is no exaggeration – the grounds are beautifully maintained, offering serene outdoor spaces that clearly contribute to residents' well-being. Inside, the common areas are bright, inviting, and thoughtfully designed to encourage engagement and comfort. The entire facility felt incredibly clean, well-organized, and maintained to the highest standards, creating an ambiance of peace and respectful living that immediately put me at ease.<br><br>What truly elevated my experience was observing the interactions between the staff and residents. Every team member I saw was deeply attentive, genuinely kind, and approached their work with an evident passion for care. Residents appeared happy, engaged, and treated with immense dignity, reflecting a positive and supportive community atmosphere. It's clear that The Gardens of St. Francis isn't just a place to live; it's a vibrant home where people thrive. My outsider's perspective overwhelmingly concludes that this community is doing something truly special – a highly recommended choice for anyone seeking outstanding senior living.

Joseph Shank

Mar 2026

via Google

My brother in law and a dear elderly friend are residing here. And I must mention at least, the kind hearted dedicated welcoming ..and help --above and beyond! of Kristy, Tina and Chris R.! EVERYONE there is AWESOME. We're so blessed to have this facility for our loved ones.

Denise Carter

Aug 2025

via Google

I didn't get much of a chance to see the facility but, looks like a great place to live. The grounds were stunning, the building was neat and clean. The staff were friendly and informative. They seem to have tons of frie dly and happy residents.

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Government Inspection History

5 inspection visits in the last three years, 53 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Mar 26, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard12 citations
  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 15, 2026

  • Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 15, 2026

  • Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 15, 2026

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 15, 2026

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 15, 2026

  • Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2026

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2026

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 15, 2026

  • 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 Apr 30, 2026

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2026

  • 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 Apr 30, 2026

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2026

Mar 7, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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 Mar 8, 2024

Feb 1, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2024

  • Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 28, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 8, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2024

  • 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 Mar 8, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2024

  • 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 8, 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 Mar 8, 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 Mar 8, 2024

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 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 Mar 8, 2024

  • 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, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2024

  • 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, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2024

Oct 11, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 30, 2023

Sep 8, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard26 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 Oct 15, 2021

  • Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 15, 2021

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 15, 2021

  • 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 Oct 15, 2021

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 15, 2021

  • 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 Oct 15, 2021

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 15, 2021

  • 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 Oct 15, 2021

  • 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 Oct 15, 2021

  • 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 Oct 15, 2021

  • 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 D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2021

  • 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 Oct 15, 2021

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2021

  • Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2021

  • 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 Oct 15, 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 Oct 15, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2021

  • Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2021

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 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 Oct 15, 2021

  • Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 2021

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 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 Oct 15, 2021

  • 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, isolatedCorrected Oct 15, 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 The Gardens of St. Francis offer?

The Gardens of St. Francis offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is The Gardens of St. Francis located?

The Gardens of St. Francis is located at 930 South Wynn Road in Oregon, Ohio.

What do families say about The Gardens of St. Francis?

Reviewers consistently describe The Gardens of St. Francis as a warm, attentive community where residents feel safe, happy, and known by name. Family members highlight caring staff across departments and a comfortable, home-like atmosphere rooted in the community's Catholic tradition.

How did The Gardens of St. Francis do on recent health and safety inspections?

The Gardens of St. Francis had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 53 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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