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Briarwood Village

100 DON DESCH DRIVE, COLDWATER, OH, 45828
(419) 678-2311
www.briarwood-village.com
112 licensed beds
★★★★★1/5CMS Five-Star overall1/5 health inspections2/5 staffing4/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare

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Public record summary

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Bed capacity
112
CMS facility ID
365341
Care type
Nursing home
County
Mercer
Facility name
Briarwood Village
Street address
100 DON DESCH DRIVE
City / state / ZIP
Coldwater, OH 45828
Phone
(419) 678-2311
Website
www.briarwood-village.com

About this facility — Briarwood Village

Briarwood Village is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Coldwater, Ohio. It is licensed for 112 beds — above the median for skilled nursing facilities in Ohio (86 beds).

It is one of 2 senior care facilities in Coldwater and 922 skilled nursing facilities across Ohio. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

Federal inspectors have cited Briarwood Village 51 times across 10 inspections in the last three years, including 3 food-safety citations, and CMS has imposed $17,345 in fines. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.

This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on August 31, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

Facility background

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Parent company
Hcf Management
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation

Registered owners & officers

Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kendra M. U
Indirect owner — 7% stake — since 2021
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kerri A. Ro
Indirect owner — 7% stake — since 2021
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kevan R. Un
Indirect owner — 7% stake — since 2021
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kristen S.
Indirect owner — 7% stake — since 2021
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kyle J. Unv
Indirect owner — 7% stake — since 2021
Chad M. Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Indirect owner — 6% stake — since 2021
David V. Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Indirect owner — 6% stake — since 2021
Jeffrey L. Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Indirect owner — 6% stake — since 2021
Joseph L. Unverferth 12-15-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Indirect owner — 6% stake — since 2021
Lawrence G. Unverferth 12-13-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Indirect owner — 6% stake — since 2021
R. Steven Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Indirect owner — 6% stake — since 2021
Joann C. Unverferth 12-29-04 Revocable Trust
Indirect owner — 5% stake — since 2021
Chappel, Margo
Director · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024
Hcf Management, Inc.
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2002
Hunter, Rachel
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Klay, Celeste
Director · Officer — since 2016
Romes, Kerri
Director · Officer · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019
Shaw, Anthony
Officer · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2015
Unverferth, Chad
Officer · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2005

Regulatory standing

Federal court records
7 naming its parent company — view the cases (a listed case is not a finding of wrongdoing)
Licensed / certified since
1976-12-30
CMS overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health deficiencies
10 at the last standard inspection
Federal fines
$17,345 total
Last standard inspection
2024-08-08
Nurse staffing
3.4 hours per resident per day

Cost & payer profile (FY2023 cost report)

Average billed charges
$431 per day (≈ $13,100/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.
Payer mix (resident days)
43% Medicaid · 13% Medicare · 44% private/other
Occupancy
75% (fiscal year 2023)
Vs. state median
18% above the OH median of $364/day — full state cost breakdown

Services & coverage

Licensed beds
112
Medicare
Accepted
Medicaid
Accepted
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; owners/officers from the CMS Ownership dataset; cost & occupancy from the facility's own CMS cost report; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-08-31. Facilities can submit a correction.

Inspection record

Every citation, dated and graded.

Kitchen & food safety

Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 3 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.
2025-09-15Health inspectionComplaint-triggered3 citations
F-0565
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected 2025-09-26
F-0677
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2025-09-26
F-0880
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-09-26
2025-08-14Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0689
J · Immediate jeopardyFrom a complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-08-15
8 earlier / fire-safety inspections (47 citations)
2025-04-07Health inspectionComplaint-triggered2 citations
F-0609
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2025-04-18
F-0880
F · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-04-18
2024-10-02Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0727
F · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected 2024-10-15
2024-08-08Health inspection6 citations
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-09-28
F-0684
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-10-15
F-0730
F · No harm found
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected 2024-09-28
F-0760
D · No harm found
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2024-09-28
F-0761
D · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2024-09-28
F-0947
F · No harm found
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected 2024-09-28
2022-10-25Health inspection10 citations
F-0584
D · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2022-11-15
F-0636
D · No harm found
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected 2022-11-15
F-0644
D · No harm found
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected 2022-11-15
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2022-11-15
F-0684
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2022-11-15
F-0686
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2022-11-15
F-0758
D · No harm found
Implement 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 limited.
Corrected 2022-11-15
F-0761
E · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2022-11-15
F-0812
F · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2022-11-15
F-0947
E · No harm found
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected 2022-11-15
2020-01-16Health inspection5 citations
F-0689
E · No harm found
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2020-02-14
F-0761
E · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2020-02-14
F-0791
D · No harm found
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected 2020-02-14
F-0804
E · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2020-02-14
F-0812
E · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2020-02-14
2024-08-08Fire-safety inspection13 citations
E-0004
F · No harm found
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2024-09-30
E-0006
C · No harm found
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Corrected 2024-08-28
K-0222
E · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2024-09-30
K-0223
E · No harm found
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2024-09-30
K-0345
F · No harm found
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-09-30
K-0353
F · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-09-30
K-0372
F · No harm found
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-09-30
K-0511
E · No harm found
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-09-30
K-0521
F · No harm found
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2024-09-30
K-0712
F · No harm found
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-09-30
K-0753
E · No harm found
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected 2024-09-30
K-0918
F · No harm found
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-09-30
K-0920
E · No harm found
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-09-30
2022-10-25Fire-safety inspection7 citations
K-0222
E · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2022-11-15
K-0293
E · No harm found
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2022-11-15
K-0324
F · No harm found
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2022-11-15
K-0355
E · No harm found
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2022-11-15
K-0372
E · No harm found
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2022-11-15
K-0918
F · No harm found
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-11-15
K-0923
F · No harm found
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2022-11-15
2020-01-16Fire-safety inspection3 citations
K-0321
E · No harm found
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2020-02-14
K-0353
F · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2020-02-14
K-0912
F · No harm found
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Corrected 2020-02-14

Federal penalties

2025-08-14Fine$17,345
Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 365341.

Visitor reviews

What people say on Google.
3.98 ratings on Google
★★★★★Deb Hemmelgarn · 2016-05-27 · via Google

“Beautiful facility with caring staff that provides tender care and attention to our elderly loved ones. It is wonderful to know that our parents & grandparents are well cared for and have the attention they need and deserve. Our visits now revolve around visiting and enjoying our time together and not tending to their medical needs, housekeeping and trying to keep them safe. Keep up the great work…”

★★★★Nathaniel Perez · 2022-03-21 · via Google

“Good place to live and cheap! I’ve lived here for a year now. The neighbors are friendly. The place is located close to a Walmart and many other food stops. Parking could be better but other than that it’s a convenient spot!”

★★★★★Shanna Barns · 2015-02-11 · via Google

“A lovely senior care community in Coldwater, Ohio. A nice gem that serves the Mercer County and surrounding areas all while giving 5 star services.”

Ratings and reviews are from Google and reflect visitor opinions, not our verification. See all reviews on Google

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Original records

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Source
CMS Nursing Home Compare
data.cms.gov Provider Data Catalog
Last verified 2026-08-31
Source
Google Business Profile
Photos, reviews & hours
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