LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE
5351 MITCHAW ROAD, Sylvania, OH 43560
Based on 2026 CMS Data
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Care Quality Indicators
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How LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE Compares
LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE is a 62-bed for-profit nursing facility in Sylvania, Ohio. It holds an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, above the Ohio average of 3.2 stars. Its strongest area is health inspections, rated 5 stars. Its rate of long-stay antipsychotic medication use (5.5%) is below the Ohio average of 9.4%, a favorable sign for resident care. With 62 certified beds, it operates near capacity at roughly 94% occupied.
Among the 5 nursing facilities ElderVoice tracks in Sylvania, 1 hold a 5-star rating and the local average is 3.0 stars.
By the numbers vs. Ohio average
- Long-stay antipsychotic medication use: 5.5% — better than the Ohio average of 9.4% (41% lower).
- Falls with major injury: 3.0% — better than the Ohio average of 3.3%.
- High-risk pressure ulcers: 3.2% — better than the Ohio average of 3.6%.
- Short-stay rehospitalization: 22.0% — better than the Ohio average of 24.9%.
Comparisons use CMS Care Compare data (updated June 5, 2026) measured against Ohio averages across 921 facilities tracked by ElderVoice.
Questions to Ask LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE
Use these facility-specific questions when calling admissions, touring the building, or comparing LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE with other nursing homes in Sylvania.
What keeps LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE's health inspections rating strong?
This category is rated 5 out of 5 stars. Ask for concrete staffing, training, or care-process examples behind the score.
What practices help LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE keep long-stay antipsychotic medication use below the state average?
Long-stay antipsychotic medication use is 5.5% here versus 9.4% across Ohio. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
How does LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE maintain staffing when occupancy is high?
The facility reports roughly 94% occupancy across 62 certified beds, so ask how staffing is adjusted during full census periods.
How can a new family connect with existing councils at LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE?
Active resident or family councils can provide useful context about daily life, responsiveness, and recurring concerns.
What explains LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE's rating advantage in Sylvania?
Its 5-star overall rating is above the local average of 3.0 stars across 5 facilities. Ask which practices families can observe during a tour.
What would the first 30 days look like for a new resident at LAKES OF SYLVANIA, THE?
Ask who builds the care plan, how medication changes are communicated, how often families receive updates, and who to call after hours.
The Senior Community Around Sylvania
Sylvania sits in Lucas County, where adults 65 and older make up about 16.2% of the population — a share of seniors in line with Ohio as a whole (17.0% statewide). The area's median household income is lower than the state average, reflecting a more affordable area.
- Residents 65+
- 69,910 (16.2%)
- Median age
- 38.1 years
- Median household income
- $49,946
- Median home value
- $120,900
Demographics for Lucas County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Sylvania.
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