Good Samaritan Health Care Ctr
Scout 92Yakima, WA · 105 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Yakima's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,780–$13,600/mo
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Yakima Valley School
609 Speyers Road, Selah, WA 98942 · Yakima County
Yakima Valley School is a 64-bed, certified nursing facility providing 24/7 care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Located in Selah, Wash., Yakima Valley School is certified by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Yakima Valley School is known for its beautiful grounds and…
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 45% full — availability is generally good.
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 Selah
Yakima Valley School is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Selah, WA, with 112 certified beds and an average of about 50 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 15.72 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.87 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (15.72 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Selah, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 112
- Avg. residents/day
- 50
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 50A261
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 | $10,780–$13,600/mo (median $11,860) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Yakima prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 15.72
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.87
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 32.3%
- 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)
- 11
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-06
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (28 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-07Severity 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.
2025-11-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2025-08-20Severity G — actual 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.
2025-06-06Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
2025-06-06Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2025-06-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-06-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2025-06-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
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
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
609 Speyers Road, Selah, WA
- Monday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Yakima Valley School cost?
Yakima Valley School does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Selah, WA area typically runs $10,780–$13,600 per month (median $11,860, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Yakima Valley School's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Yakima Valley School 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Yakima Valley School?
Staff provide about 15.72 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Yakima Valley School?
Yakima Valley School has 28 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Yakima Valley School have availability?
Typically 45% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Yakima Valley School offer?
Yakima Valley School in Selah, WA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 112 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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