Nursing home · Defiance, OH
Laurels of Defiance the
1701 S Jefferson Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 · (419) 782-7879
Laurels of Defiance the is a 107-bed for-profit nursing home in Defiance, Ohio (Defiance County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1978. On average it cares for 97 residents a day (about 91% of its certified beds). It is part of Ciena Healthcare/laurel Health Care, a group of 80 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars; the average in Ohio is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | Ohio avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.21 | 3.71 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.42 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.70 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 33% | 49% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 43% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | June 12, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 5 below the state average of 10 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 2 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Oak Health Care Investors of Defiance, INC.. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Laurels of Defiance the?
CMS rates Laurels of Defiance the 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Laurels of Defiance the have?
107 certified beds, with an average of 97 residents a day.
Does Laurels of Defiance the accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Laurels of Defiance the?
(419) 782-7879. Address: 1701 S Jefferson Ave, Defiance, OH 43512.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).