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Laurels of Blanchester

Located in the village of Blanchester along State Rt. 28, The Laurels of Blanchester is a 50-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center that provides care for both short-term and extended-stay guests. As a guest at The Laurels of Blanchester, whether you are staying for a short time or long term, you'll receive clinical expertise from a team focused on your unique healthcare plan. 

Our short-term rehabilitation programs include physical, occupational and speech therapy and are designed to help our guests move from hospital to home as quickly as possible. Our in-house therapy staff works closely with guests' personal physicians to design customized rehab care plans. Guests participate in rehabilitation within our state-of-the-art rehab gym. When you graduate from your inpatient stay, you can continue to receive rehab services through our outpatient therapy program.

We also offer extended-stay guests the most extensive medical care outside of a hospital setting, which begins with our own medical director. We recognize that a great quality of life must include activity and meaningful relationships as well as good health, so we offer a full schedule of activities, events and holiday celebrations that often include guests' families. Many of these activities will take place in our expansive activity room, with more than enough room for friends and family. During free time, guests are invited to enjoy our courtyard or relax in one of the many lounge areas located throughout the facility.

Underlying all we do for our guests is our guiding philosophy, The Laurel Way of Caring. This special way of thinking, reflected by every member of our team, ensures that every guest will be offered respect, dignity, companionship, and compassion every day.

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We're All About Making You Feel At Home.

We believe that from the moment you walk in to the facility, we have a responsibility to offer you the best. Be it services or experts, we endeavor to make you smile with satisfaction.

  • Professional care that feels personal
  • Pristine home like living environments
  • Healthy meals that actually taste great
  • Compassionate caregivers
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We're All About Offering The Best Career Opportunities!

We’re all about making Ciena the best place to work in the healthcare industry. We offer unrivaled benefits that provide for employees' physical and emotional needs. We always strive to create an environment of respect, compassion, and belonging for everyone. If you are committed to providing the highest level of care and services to our guests and community, your next opportunity is just a click away.

  • Health & Wellness
  • Worklife Balance
  • Career Advancement
  • Educational Opportunities
  • Employee Perks
  • Additional Benefits

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Laurels of Blanchester

It's All About What Our Guests & Employees Think About Us

My grandma recently had rehab here and this place is wonderful! The staff is so nice and the building is super clean and always smells good! We appreciate everything you guys did to get her back on her feet with therapy.

– Katlyn B

I cannot say enough about the facility, staff, therapists and everyone else involved in my father's care ... The care from The Laurels has exceeded all my expectations and I would highly recommend them to anyone for short or long care. It's not a fancy place, but the staff and care is top notch! The... Read More

– Shannon C

“My mother loves the food.  Her only complaint is that they give her too much!  The facility is always clean.  The staff is always responsive to any concerns I have.”

– Mable H

“The staff is wonderful.  Everyone has been so very nice to my family.  I would recommend this facility to anyone!”

– Erma D

“Everyone has worked very hard to try and meet all my needs in every situation.  I have been shown an overwhelming amount of support and caring since my stay began here.”

– Patricia H

“The staff at The Laurels of Blanchester is great at making me feel at home.  The nurses provide wonderful care and the therapy team is excellent with helping people get back on their feet.”

– Karen M

Services

Laurels of Blanchester offers a full spectrum of post-hospital services, from a short-term rehabilitation stay to long-term nursing care.

Nursing & Rehabilitation


  • Comprehensive rehab (occupation therapy/physical therapy/speech therapy)
  • Person-centered, functional therapy
  • Post-assisted living care
  • Palliative and respite care
  • Bariatric care
  • Dialysis transportation
  • Post-surgical program
  • Restorative care
  • Outpatient therapy
  • Memory Care Program
  • Dialysis Support
  • Outpatient Therapy
    • COVID-19 Long-Haulers Recovery Program
    • Managing Neurological Conditions: Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, and Multiple Sclerosis
    • Return to Work and Return to Sports Programs
    • Managing Bone, Joint, and Muscle Disorders
    • Managing Dementia or Cognitive Deficits
    • Arthritis Management
    • Pulmonary Education Program 
    • Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
    • Debilitation Prevention 
    • Vision-Loss Management
    • An in-house, licensed therapy team
    • The best in physical, occupational, and speech therapy
    • PREhab therapy 
    • State-of-the-art equipment
  • Recreation Program
  • PointClickCare

Staffing


  • Licensed Administrator
  • Director of Nursing
  • Director, Admissions and Marketing
  • Physician Medical Director
  • Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses
  • Certified Nursing Assistants
  • Rehabilitation Coordinator
  • Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists
  • Dietary Manager
  • Therapeutic Recreation Director
  • Wound Care Team
  • Licensed Social Worker
  • Registered Dietitian
  • Dental, Vision and Podiatry Services

Amenities


  • Private Rehabilitation Suites
  • Wheelchair Accessible Bus
  • Beauty and Barber Shop
  • Courtyard
  • Satellite Television
  • Wall-Mounted TVs
  • Aviary

Directions to Laurels of Blanchester

839 Cherry Street Blanchester, OH 45107
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The best way to tour our facilities is always in person, but if you would like to take a quick peek online, take our virtual tour below or contact us for more information.

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Insurance

Please contact your insurance representative and the Ciena Center if you do not see your insurance plan. The participation in an insurance plan does not guarantee payment for services provided. Please contact your insurance representative and our staff to verify coverage.


  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health of Ohio
  • Anthem BCBS
  • Bright Health Plan
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health Plan
  • Healthspan
  • Humana
  • MediGold
  • MedRisk
  • Molina
  • OhioHealth Group
  • Paramount
  • Tricare-Certified
  • United Healthcare

Advocacy

Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) like Ciena Healthcare provide crucial services for our most vulnerable population: the frail and elderly. Today’s SNFs have significantly evolved over time to provide both long-term comprehensive care and short-term rehabilitation services. However, in comparison to other medical settings, especially hospitals, SNFs are often overlooked for important resources and funding.

As health care evolves, skilled nursing facilities are increasingly providing care previously delivered in hospitals. Nationwide, the 65 and older population will double over the next 20 years. By 2040, it could triple. As our population ages, SNFs are becoming increasingly vital to the care and wellbeing of our seniors.

SNFs need advocates and allies to actively engage with their representatives and speak up about important issues facing our industry. This page is designed to share ways you can help support SNFs and the vital services they provide for our elders.


Contact Your Elected Officials and Voice Your Support for SNFs!

It is crucial the voices of SNF supporters be heard by Congress. Members of Congress value their constituents’ opinions and it is critical they hear from our advocates and allies.

Click here to locate your elected officials and “Speak Up” for SNFs!


American Health Care Association Action Center

The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) represents the collective interests of more than 14,000 non-profit and proprietary skilled nursing centers, assisted living communities, sub-acute centers, and homes for individuals with intellectual and development disabilities.

Click here to support the pressing issues AHCA is pursuing with the federal government.

Covid-19 Resources

Find the latest facility data, visitation updates, vaccine information, news and resources pertaining to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) below.


Our Commitment

Ciena Healthcare facilities are committed to effective communication. We regularly apprise residents, families, and employees to changes in facility status and policy as needed and as deemed appropriate. This COVID-19 Resources page is an extension of these efforts and also serves as a means to update the communities we serve.

Our Reporting Notification Process

In accordance with QSO-20-29-NH from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), our facility strives for transparency in communications with all interested stakeholders. It is in this effort we have created a place for residents, families/responsible parties, and our associates to look to for updated COVID-19 surveillance data.

Our data will never include personally identifiable information. It will include information about our residents and staff for the following aspects of COVID-19 reporting:

  • New Onset of Respiratory Symptoms -- The number of staff/residents newly identified as exhibiting respiratory symptoms of COVID-19 as defined by the CDC on that day.
  • Confirmed Infection of COVID-19 -- The number of staff/residents with whom their first positive result was received utilizing an FDA-approved COVID-19 test kit on that day.
  • New Onset Respiratory Symptoms Over the Last 7 Days -- The cumulative number over the last 7 days of the new onset of respiratory symptoms for staff/residents.
  • Total of Confirmed Infections of COVID-19 -- The cumulative number of confirmed infections of COVID-19 for staff/residents currently at the facility as of today.
  • Cumulative Confirmed Infections of COVID-19 -- The cumulative number of confirmed infections of COVID-19 for staff/residents since May 1, 2020 regardless of whether or not the infections are still active.

We expect to update our data according to the guidance which is by 5 p.m. the next calendar day following the occurrence of either a single confirmed infection of COVID-19, or three or more residents or staff with new-onset of respiratory symptoms occurring within 72 hours of each other. 

If at any time you have questions about the information in the below data set, please reach out to Administrator of this facility.

Note: If no dates or numbers are appearing for any of the categories found in the COVID-19 Surveillance data below, please click on the header in each box to refresh the information. If no date or numbers appear after clicking on the header, then no conditions and/or infections have been reported for that date, per CMS guidance.

Here you will find the latest information on COVID-19 vaccines and how they impact long-term care. We are committed to educating residents, employees and the general public about the importance of vaccines in limiting the further spread of this deadly virus. Resources from the Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (AMDA) and the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) were used in creating this page.

Where Should I Look for Accurate Information on COVID-19 Vaccines?

  • It is important to seek information from reliable sources. Social media is full of misinformation and opinions based on that misinformation.
  • Here are some helpful links:
    • CDC
    • FDA
    • State and local health department websites are also great resources for locality-specific COVID-19 vaccine information.

      Is Our Facility Able to Administer COVID-19 Vaccines and Booster Doses?

      • Current and new residents will be educated on and offered the COVID-19 vaccine or Booster dose if/when they are eligible.
      • CDC Webpage on Booster Shots

                    How has Ciena worked to stop the potential spread of COVID-19?

                    • Our facility has been implementing and acting on guidance from external agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and the Department of Health and Human Services at the state and local level since February 28, 2020.
                    • We are continually monitoring ALL residents and staff for CDC-recognized symptoms and changes in conditions.

                    What happens if a resident tests positive for COVID-19?

                    • Residents who have tested positive receive supportive care in an appropriate care setting per CDC guidance. If additional treatment for a resident is required, we will transfer to the local hospital and communicate with loved ones accordingly.

                              How can I stay informed of what is happening at the facility?

                              • Please be sure your contact information, including email address and phone number is current in the event the facility needs to contact you.
                                • If you need to make changes or confirm your information, please call the facility.
                              • Periodically visit the facility website to see if there has been new information posted.

                              The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a memo in September 2020, revised September 2022, with directives concerning nursing home visitation. Whereas previous versions of the memo outlined certain parameters for restricting visitation at nursing homes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the September 2022 update eliminates these restrictions.

                              VISITORS - What to Know Prior to Arriving for a Visit

                              • Indoor visitation is allowed for all residents.
                              • Vaccination status does not affect the ability to visit. 
                                • However, the best and most proven way to keep your loved one in our facility safe is to get vaccinated if you’re eligible!
                              • Visitors must be willing and able to:
                                • Wear a face covering for the duration of their visit. The facility can provide visitors with a new surgical mask upon arrival.
                                • Follow hand hygiene requirements.
                                • Observe appropriate physical distancing for the duration of their visit.
                              • Whenever possible, we do ask that visitors observe our recommended visiting hours. 
                                • For more information on recommended visiting hours, please contact our facility.
                              • Visitors are strongly encouraged to share their vaccination status with our facility.
                              • Although CMS does NOT recommend, visits are allowed for all residents even if they are in transmission-based precautions or quarantine, or if an outbreak investigation is underway at the facility. 
                                • Visitors for residents in transmission-based precautions or quarantine will be required to wear all PPE (N-95 mask, face shield, gloves, and gown) and physical distance for entire visit.
                                • Visiting during an outbreak investigation or visiting a resident in transmission-based precautions or quarantine puts the visitor at increased risk of contracting COVID-19.

                                            VISITORS - What to Expect During Your Visit

                                            • Per CMS, in-room visitation (rather than visits in common areas) is preferred whenever possible to mitigate potential risk to other residents.
                                            • Poor behavior by visitors and disregard for state or Federal orders is NOT ACCEPTABLE.
                                              • Failure to adhere to the core principles of COVID-19 infection prevention will result in termination of the visit.
                                            • Food and drink may be brought to a visit but should not be shared.
                                            • Smoking is not permitted during a visit.
                                            • Large gatherings of visitors should be avoided.

                                              PLEASE NOTE: A resident has the right to refuse to receive visitors and the facility staff must honor those wishes. If this occurs, facility staff will attempt to connect the resident with their visitors by offering a window visit, or a live video/phone call.

                                              Please be mindful of our residents, associates, and other visitors to the building. If you exhibit signs and symptoms of COVID-19, have recently tested positive for COVID-19, or have had a recent exposure to COVID-19, please delay your visit.

                                              Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

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