Carecore at Gaymont
66 Norwood Ave, Norwalk, OH 44857
Carecore at Gaymont is a nursing home in Norwalk, Ohio. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (419) 668-8258
- Last standard health inspection
- April 25, 2024 (2 years ago)
- Certified beds
- 88
- Residents per day, on average
- 77.2
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Carecore at Norwalk LLC
- Chain
- Carecore Health
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the Ohio average (28 vs 31).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
7 citations
Health inspection on July 28, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0677. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2026.
Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2026.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2026.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 3 times since 2019.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2026.
Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2026.
Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2026.
CMS update of May 27, 2026
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was GAYMONT CARE AND REHABILITATION.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
8 citations
Health inspection on April 25, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
157 of 924 Ohio homes (17%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
Citation F0692. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
Citation F0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0921 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0558 2 times since 2021.
Citation F0561. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2019.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0695 2 times since 2019.
Citation F0847. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
11 citations
Fire safety inspection on April 25, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2021.
Citation K0923. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
Citation K0222. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0222 3 times since 2019.
Citation K0227. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
Citation K0293. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 2 times since 2019.
Citation K0364. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install properly constructed windows in hallway walls or doors.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0372 2 times since 2019.
Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0920 2 times since 2019.
1 citation
Health inspection on March 1, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2024.
7 citations
Health inspection on November 18, 2021
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0804. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
Citation F0689. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
Citation F0604. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
Citation F0807. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
Citation F0625. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
4 citations
Fire safety inspection on November 18, 2021
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0222. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
Citation K0919. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
Citation K0225. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2022.
5 citations
Health inspection on October 3, 2019
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2019.
Citation F0679. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2019.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2019.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2019.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2019.
5 citations
Fire safety inspection on October 3, 2019
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0222. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2019.
Citation K0226. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2019.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2019.
Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2019.
Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2019.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- CARECORE AT NORWALK REALTY LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/30/2025
- BUGA, ASHLEYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/30/2025
- EREN, ITRIOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/30/2025
- HERTANU, CHAIMOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/30/2025
Questions
When was Carecore at Gaymont last inspected?
CMS lists April 25, 2024 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Carecore at Gaymont have?
CMS lists 28 health citations since October 3, 2019. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Carecore at Gaymont been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Carecore at Gaymont?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Carecore at Gaymont a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.