Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
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Live a vibrant retirement experience with Shepherd of the Valley – Howland a renowned senior care provider in Youngstown, Ohio, offering skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care. With physical, occupational and speech therapy tailored specifically to residents’ needs, the community ensures individuals needing recovery assistance are able to get back to their routines as quickly as possible. The community provides beautifully maintained accommodations to give residents a peaceful and neat living environment that fosters comfort and healing.
Apart from compassionate care services, residents are also offered daily opportunities for recreation, entertainment, and socialization through a wide variety of activities, programs, and events. Nutrients-packed meals that are both tasty and healthy are served daily to provide residents the energy they need to stay healthy. The community also handles residents’ tedious tasks to give residents more time to spend with their loved ones or on things they love.
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
44% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
56% of new residents, often for short stays.
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Accept Medicaid: Yes
Total Residents: 80
Building Type: 3-story
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In Ohio, the Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducts unannounced onsite inspections to evaluate the quality of care and environment in all licensed facilities.
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
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4.8 miles from city center
4100 N River Rd NE, Warren, OH 44484
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 8.4 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 8.5 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 29 | 7.6 | No |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 29 | 0 | 29 | 9,008 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 7 | 23 | 5,124 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 2 | 12 | 3,216 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,354 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,052 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 951 | 70 | 77% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 598 | 78 | 86% | 5.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 60 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 63% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 396 | 64 | 70% | 6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 394 | 63 | 69% | 6.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 360 | 45 | 49% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 214 | 26 | 29% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 177 | 62 | 68% | 2.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 51 | 59 | 65% | 0.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 3% | 5.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 13 | 14% | 1 |
Source: CMS Health Citations (Jan 2020 – Jun 2025)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 05, 2025 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jun 05, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Jun 05, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Jun 05, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0578 | Corrected |
| Feb 10, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Jan 19, 2023 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jan 02, 2020 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Jan 02, 2020 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0610 | Corrected |
| Jan 02, 2020 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jan 02, 2020 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Jan 02, 2020 | D | Quality of Care | F0690 | Corrected |
| Jan 02, 2020 | D | Resident Rights | F0561 | Corrected |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
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CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
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