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Parkvue Health Care Center

3800 Boardwalk Blvd, Sandusky, OH 44870 · Erie County

Looking for senior living in Sandusky, OH? Discover Parkvue, a senior living community run by United Church Homes.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 94% full (79 of 84 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Sandusky

Parkvue Health Care Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Sandusky, OH, with 84 certified beds and an average of about 79 residents per day. It operates as part of the United Church Homes network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.09 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.67 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.09 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Sandusky for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 84
Avg. residents/day: 79
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: United Church Homes
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 365997

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,260–$10,630/mo (median $9,180)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,420–$7,190/mo (median $5,290)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Sandusky prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.09; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.67; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 53.4%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 3
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-10-31
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-10-31Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-10-31Severity F — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

2024-10-31Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture.

2024-02-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2023-07-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2022-03-28Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

2022-03-28Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2022-03-28Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Pet friendly
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Fitness center
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

3800 Boardwalk Blvd, Sandusky, OH

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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4.5

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Common questions about Parkvue Health Care Center

How much does Parkvue Health Care Center cost?

Parkvue Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Sandusky, OH area typically runs $8,260–$10,630 per month (median $9,180, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Parkvue Health Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Parkvue Health Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Parkvue Health Care Center?

Staff provide about 4.09 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Parkvue Health Care Center?

Parkvue Health Care Center has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-31). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Parkvue Health Care Center have availability?

Typically 94% full (79 of 84 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Parkvue Health Care Center offer?

Parkvue Health Care Center in Sandusky, OH offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 84 beds.

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