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Sanctuary at Ohio Valley

2932 South 5TH Street, Ironton, OH 45638 · Lawrence County

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available.

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

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Ironton

Sanctuary at Ohio Valley is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Ironton, OH, with 93 certified beds and an average of about 74 residents per day. It operates as part of the American Health Foundation network.

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

Staff provide about 3.55 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.50 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.55 hrs/resident/day)

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 93
Avg. residents/day: 74
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: American Health Foundation
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 365791

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	$11,700–$13,980/mo (median $12,520)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Huntington 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: 3.55; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.50; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 42.4%; 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): 5
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-03-06
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2024-12-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2022-09-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

2022-09-15Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

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

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

2932 South 5TH Street, Ironton, OH

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Sanctuary at Ohio Valley

How much does Sanctuary at Ohio Valley cost?

Sanctuary at Ohio Valley does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Ironton, OH area typically runs $11,700–$13,980 per month (median $12,520, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Sanctuary at Ohio Valley's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Sanctuary at Ohio Valley 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Sanctuary at Ohio Valley?

Staff provide about 3.55 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Sanctuary at Ohio Valley?

Sanctuary at Ohio Valley has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Sanctuary at Ohio Valley have availability?

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Sanctuary at Ohio Valley offer?

Sanctuary at Ohio Valley in Ironton, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 93 beds.

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