Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty
Nursing Home · Ohio, OH
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Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty

Nursing Home · Ohio, OH
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Overview of Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty

Shepherd of the Valley - Liberty is a senior living community located in Girard, Ohio. It offers a range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and ventilator care. The community is known for its high-quality, patient-centered care and a variety of social activities.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 11.8% Below OH avg. ▼ 11.8% Below OH avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 4.2% Above OH avg. ▲ 4.2% Above OH avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 5.3% Above OH avg. ▲ 5.3% Above OH avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 32.1% Below OH avg. ▼ 32.1% Below OH avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Ohio state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 72nd out of 203 homes in Ohio. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 39m per day
Rank #72 / 203Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 203 homes in Ohio. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Ohio average, with a ranking across 203 Ohio SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Ohio avg (3h 50m per day)
vs Ohio avg
-5%

2 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +40% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 43m per day ▲ 13% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 1h 21m per day ▲ 40% State avg: 58m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 22m per day ▲ 11% State avg: 2h 8m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 30m per day ▲ 7% State avg: 3h 17m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 2m per day ▼ 33% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 22m per day ▼ 12% State avg: 25m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Lower occupancy than the Ohio average: 78.7%
Occupancy rate 78.3% Rank #121 / 204Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 121st out of 204 homes in Ohio. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Ohio average, with its Statewide rank out of 204. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay 88 days
Occupancy rate
78.3% Rank #121 / 204Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 121st out of 204 homes in Ohio. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Ohio average, with its Statewide rank out of 204. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
88 days
Bed community size
39-bed community Rank #272 / 330Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 272nd out of 330 homes in Ohio. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Ohio SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 8 / 100 Rank #630 / 706Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 630th out of 706 homes in Ohio. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Ohio SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyTrumbull
CMS Certification Number365298

Ownership & Operating Entity

Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty is administrated by Cory Parish.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Ventilator Care

Contact Information

Fax(330) 530-7927

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing & Rehabilitation, Home Health
Religious ServicesYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy restaurant-style dining with meals prepared daily by the culinary team, using feedback to create weekly menus.

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Inspection History

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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 3 citations

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Ohio state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. Ohio state average
Overall vs. OH average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Ohio average:
• Total citations (50% above)
• Citations per year (50% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection February 4, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOH Averagevs. OH Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 32 This facility has 50% more total citations than a typical Ohio nursing home (3 vs. OH avg 2).↑ 50% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 0.60.4 This facility has 50% more citations per year than a typical Ohio nursing home (0.6 vs. OH avg 0.4).↑ 50% worse

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Resident satisfaction survey results

Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.

Average score

81 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

72 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

90 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

91 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

81 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

81 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

91 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

60 / 100

Ohio average: 81 / 100

Family satisfaction survey results

The Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University conducts a satisfaction survey among residents' family members, friends and guardians to assess quality of care and life.

Average score

77 / 100

Ohio average: 77 / 100

Latest survey results

Care and services

85 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Environment

76 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Moving in

83 / 100

Ohio average: 85 / 100

Facility culture

82 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Caregivers

83 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Spending time

61 / 100

Ohio average: 68 / 100

Meals and dining

69 / 100

Ohio average: 67 / 100

How often family visits residents at Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty

Profile of respondents of this survey

Daily 4.8
Several times a week 47.6
Once a week 19.0
Two to three times a month 14.3
Once a month 0.0
Few times a year 14.3

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2019
Total health inspections 5

Ohio average 6.7


Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total health citations
18 Rank #54 / 203Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 203 homes in Ohio. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Ohio State average, with a ranking across all 203 OH SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Ohio average 30.9

Citations per inspection
3.6 Rank #72 / 203Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 203 homes in Ohio. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Ohio mean across 203 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Ohio average 4.59


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

16 of 18 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 18 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.3


Serious Health citations
1 Rank #1 / 101Serious citations (G–I) — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 101 homes in Ohio. Shows G–I scope serious health citations for this facility versus other Ohio SNFs. Lower counts rank better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
11% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.9

0 critical citations Ohio average: 0.3

1 serious citation Ohio average: 0.9

17 moderate citations Ohio average: 29

0 minor citations Ohio average: 0.7
Citations history (last 7 years)
Administration moderate citation Sep 22, 2025
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation May 21, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Oct 05, 2023
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Oct 05, 2023
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 305
Employees 80
Contractors 225
Staff to resident ratio 5.00:1
145% better than Ohio average
Ohio average ratio: 2.04:1 Ohio average ratio: 2.04:1See full Ohio ranking
Avg staff/day 48
Average shift 7.2 hours
11% worse than Ohio average
Ohio average: 8.1 hours Ohio average shift: 8.1 hoursSee full Ohio ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 31,913

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 94
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 146
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

34.1%

10,897 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 110 Licensed Practical Nurse: 77 Qualified Activities Professional: 12 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Registered Nurse: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant3611014613,18492100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse1777947,28792100%7.3
Registered Nurse114152,5829199%9.7
Qualified Activities Professional012122,35492100%11.8
RN Director of Nursing3031,1316975%8.3
Speech Language Pathologist0669668390%6.4
Physical Therapy Aide0447607885%5.5
Other Dietary Services Staff4047319199%4.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist3035616470%8
Nurse Practitioner1015046368%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014325459%8
Administrator2024245257%8
Qualified Social Worker0223986166%6.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0441956672%2.7
Dietitian1011645762%2.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0331456166%2.2
Occupational Therapy Aide101435964%0.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112744%6.6
Medical Director011141415%1
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff011121415%0.9
146 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
94 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
12 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 75%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 90%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 85%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 99%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 59%
2 Administrator
% of Days 57%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 66%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 72%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 62%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 66%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 64%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 4%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 15%
1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days 15%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.0
38% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 5.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 23.6
86% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 12.7

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Ohio avg: 4.7 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.6%
26% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 6.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 19.5%
120% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 42.7%
94% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 22.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.0%
12% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.9%
51% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 3.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.5%
549% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.1%
50% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.1%
83% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 24.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.1%
39% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.0%
5% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 92.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.6%
In line with Ohio average

Ohio average: 94.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.40
77% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 1.77

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.32
27% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 1.83

Short-stay resident measures
Below average Ohio avg: 2.4 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 90.9%
16% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 78.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.7%
49% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.1%
25% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 75.6%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 29.0%
16% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 25.1%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 17.0%
36% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 12.5%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.0%
32% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 28.2%
48% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 55.0%
9% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

39% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

56% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 61
Medicare
6
9.8% of residents
Medicaid
39
63.9% of residents
Private pay or other
16
26.2% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$11.7M
Operating deficit
-$23.4K
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$11.7M Rank #92 / 203Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 92nd out of 203 homes in Ohio. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Ohio SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$23.4K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #91 / 203Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 91st out of 203 homes in Ohio. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Ohio average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$5.7M
49.2% of revenue Rank #112 / 203Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 112th out of 203 homes in Ohio. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Ohio average. Well-run Ohio SNFs typically land around 54–64% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.9M
Total costs $11.7M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

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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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Girard's city center to Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Ohio

Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty is located in GIRARD, Ohio.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Ohio.

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OH

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)
General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+
General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OH

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OH

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
OH

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OH

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OH

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
OH

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.
Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county
Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.
OH

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits
Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

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AL

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Cleveland (Edgewater)36 94.3% +20%4.17 -44%+18%$0115.5-69- 62 Garth Ireland$11.1M$3.5M31.4%366308
Ohio Living Rockynol
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Akron (Highland Square)79 57.2% -27%3.99 -69%+13%$042.0-34A+ 65 Laurence Gumina$6.5M$3.0M45.7%365051
Brookwood Retirement Community
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Cincinnati (Blue Ash)102 62.1% -21%3.91 -11%+11%$28.5k377.4-101A+ 17 -$18.3M$10.0M54.8%365712
Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Girard (Liberty Township)39 78.3% 0%3.65 -47%+3%$0183.6165- 8 Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Retirement Services, Inc.$11.7M$5.7M49.2%365298
Scarlet Oaks
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Cincinnati (Clifton)87 89.5% +14%3.62 +4%+2%$11.6k304.3163A+ 13 Scarlet Oaks Healthcare LLC$14.3M$6.6M46.3%365978

Frequently Asked Questions about Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty

What neighborhood is Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty in?

Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty is in the Liberty Township neighborhood of GIRARD.

Is Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty in a walkable area?

Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the best email address for Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty?

The team at Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty?

Cory Parish is the administrator of Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty.

How many beds does Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty have?

Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty has 39 beds.

Has Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty has had 3 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Shepherd of the Valley – Liberty in the photo gallery on this page.

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