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Independence House
1000 Independence Rd · Fostoria, OH 44830 · 50 certified beds
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About Independence House
Independence House is a nursing home in Fostoria, Ohio. Its capacity is 50 beds, below the Hancock County median of 77 for nursing homes. It is run by a nonprofit operator and is part of Blanchard Valley Health System. It is Medicare certified. Its public inspection record shows 11 citations, the most recent on April 28, 2026. Enforcement records show no fine or payment denial against it. Nurse staffing averages 2.73 hours per resident per day. It is one of 3 nursing homes listed in Fostoria. Its public records were last updated in October 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare, updated October 2026
Certification
Medicare-certified.
Ratings
Overall
4.0Staffing
2.0Quality measures
4.0CMS Care Compare, October 2026.
Inspection history (11)
Records from June 2019 to April 2026.
April 28, 2026
Tag F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected May 1, 2026.
April 28, 2026
Tag F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected May 1, 2026.
February 17, 2026
Tag F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected February 18, 2026.
February 17, 2026
Tag F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected February 18, 2026.
September 5, 2024
Tag F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected October 1, 2024.
September 5, 2024
Tag F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected October 1, 2024.
June 13, 2019
Tag F0770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 22, 2019.
June 13, 2019
Tag F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 22, 2019.
June 13, 2019
Tag F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 22, 2019.
June 13, 2019
Tag F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 22, 2019.
June 13, 2019
Tag F0758Implement 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 l….
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 22, 2019.
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this nursing home in the last three years.
Staffing
2.73 nurse hours per resident per day in Q2 2026, down from 4.69 in Q4 2025.
From the payroll records nursing homes file with CMS.
Ownership
Non profit
- Parent company: Blanchard Valley Health System
Typical cost
CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025
This provider's prices aren't public. Here is what the same care typically costs in Ohio.
Nearby alternatives
Other licensed providers in Fostoria.
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