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Shepherd of the Valley Liberty

1501 Tibbetts Wick Road, Girard, OH 44420 · Trumbull County

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 84% 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Girard

Shepherd of the Valley Liberty is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Girard, OH, with 79 certified beds and an average of about 66 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 4.16 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.60 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.16 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 weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Girard, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 79
Avg. residents/day: 66
Ownership: Non profit - Church related
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 365298

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	$8,080–$10,410/mo (median $8,990)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,380–$7,040/mo (median $5,180)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Youngstown 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: 4.16; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.60; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 45.2%; 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): 7
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-09-22
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-23Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

2025-09-22Severity 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.

2025-09-22Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

2025-09-22Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-09-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2025-09-22Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2025-09-22Severity D — 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.

2025-09-22Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

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
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

1501 Tibbetts Wick Road, Girard, OH

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Shepherd of the Valley Liberty

How much does Shepherd of the Valley Liberty cost?

Shepherd of the Valley Liberty does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Girard, OH area typically runs $8,080–$10,410 per month (median $8,990, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Shepherd of the Valley Liberty's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Shepherd of the Valley Liberty 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Shepherd of the Valley Liberty?

Staff provide about 4.16 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Shepherd of the Valley Liberty?

Shepherd of the Valley Liberty has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Shepherd of the Valley Liberty have availability?

Typically 84% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Shepherd of the Valley Liberty offer?

Shepherd of the Valley Liberty in Girard, OH offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 79 beds.

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