Quick answers
- Where is Welcome Nursing Home?
- 417 South Main Street, Oberlin, OH 44074, in Lorain County, Ohio.
- What is the phone number of Welcome Nursing Home?
- (440) 775-1491, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Welcome Nursing Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 2 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Welcome Nursing Home been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Welcome Nursing Home.
- What did inspectors find at Welcome Nursing Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (November 6, 2019 to March 5, 2026), Medicare lists 22 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (November 6, 2019 to March 5, 2026), Welcome Nursing Home had 22 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.97 hours per resident per day; the Ohio average is 3.71 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: March 5, 2026 — 15 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 5, 2026 (complaint investigation); March 5, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 15 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0761 Level F
“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.”
F0689 Level E
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0578 Level D
“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.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0584 Level D
“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.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0690 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Previous cycle: October 27, 2022 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: October 27, 2022 (standard health inspection); November 8, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0602 Level D
“Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
Earlier cycle: November 6, 2019 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 6, 2019 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0757 Level D
“Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (22)
E0004 Level F
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0039 Level F
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
K0211 Level F
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0291 Level F
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0741 Level F
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0761 Level F
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0914 Level F
“Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0920 Level F
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0355 Level E
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0372 Level E
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0362 Level F
“Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.”
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0741 Level F
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0211 Level E
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0372 Level E
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0741 Level E
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Ohio | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.59 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.92 | 0.95 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.46 | 2.12 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.97 | 3.71 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.43 | 3.29 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.30 | 0.43 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 25.0% | 49.0% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 7.7% | 44.4% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Wessell Generations, Inc..
Owners and managers Medicare lists (8)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foisy, Meghan | Direct owner | NOT APPLICABLE | October 26, 2001 |
| Freas, Heidi | Direct owner | NOT APPLICABLE | October 26, 2001 |
| Herron, Jill | Direct owner | NOT APPLICABLE | October 26, 2001 |
| Wessell, Kelly | Direct owner | NOT APPLICABLE | October 26, 2001 |
| Accuscripts Pharmacy LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | July 27, 2013 |
| Healthcare Services Group Inc | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | December 1, 2008 |
| RLH Consulting | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | October 21, 2001 |
| The Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | August 1, 2017 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 99 |
| Average residents per day | 94.5 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Wessell Generations, Inc. |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1980-05-20 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 417 South Main Street, Oberlin, OH 44074 |
| County | Lorain County |
| State | Ohio |
| Phone | (440) 775‑1491 |
| CMS Certification Number | 365508 |
| Name in Medicare records | WELCOME NURSING HOME |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Kendal at Oberlin1.5 mi · Oberlin, OH · 5 of 5 stars
- Keystone Pointe Health and Rehabilitation6.6 mi · Lagrange, OH · 5 of 5 stars
- Wesleyan Village7.8 mi · Elyria, OH · 1 of 5 stars
- Elms Retirement Village Inc7.8 mi · Wellington, OH · 5 of 5 stars
- Amherst Manor Nursing Home8.3 mi · Amherst, OH · 2 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Mercy Allen Hospital1.0 mi · Oberlin, OH · Critical Access Hospital
- University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center8.6 mi · Elyria, OH · Acute Care Hospital
- Mercy Regional Medical Center11 mi · Lorain, OH · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13