Zanesville, Ohio is a small city with 55,643 people. The city has 7 nursing homes, which is a decent selection for a city of this size. This city received a city grade of B- based on its overall nursing home quality. We also looked at the nursing homes in the nearby city of Canal Winchester, which received a below average city grade of C. While neither city received an elite score, Zanesville appears to be the better option. Please continue reading to find more information about how this city's nursing homes were rated in our category grades.
This city's nursing homes' overall grade was propped up by its favorable short-term care score. We awarded the city one of our better grades in that area, with a B. Our short-term care ratings are considered to be more meaningful for residents needing a nursing home for rehabilitation. Rehabilitation generally utilizes higher levels of skilled nursing. Skilled nursing means not just nursing services, but also physical and speech therapy, as well as other forms of therapy. In addition, Zanesville received quality inspection reports this year as well, receiving a B in this category. Lastly, the city earned a B- for its nursing score and a C in long-term care.