Shepherd of the Valley - Boardman

    7148 W Blvd, Youngstown, OH 44512
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Skilled Nursing

    Small clean facility, attentive staff

    I'm very pleased with this small, clean facility - my aunt's room is tidy and smells fresh, and she's well cared for and well dressed. The nurses, aides and staff are consistently kind, attentive and communicative, meals are good, and the common areas are pleasant. I would recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.67·(30)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.3
    • Staff

      3.5
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      3.2
    • Value

      3.7

    Pros

    • attentive caregiving staff
    • consistent caregiver assignments
    • skilled nursing and rehabilitation support
    • clean, well-maintained facility
    • regular meal service with varied options
    • private-room availability
    • pleasant communal spaces (piano, seating)
    • small facility size enabling personal interaction
    • responsive nursing communication
    • staff engagement and personal attention

    Cons

    • inconsistent staffing levels
    • gaps in medication-administration oversight
    • delays in clinical response and diagnostics
    • inconsistent personal-care and bathing schedules
    • Staff professionalism and communication tone
    • weak management follow-through and administrative responsiveness
    • limited activity programming and social engagement
    • shared rooms with limited personal storage
    • inconsistent climate control in resident rooms
    • mixed-acuity placement on units

    Summary of reviews

    Reviews of this facility present a mixed picture: many families describe kind, attentive caregivers, consistent staff assignments, and a clean environment with pleasant communal areas, while other accounts raise operational concerns that merit careful consideration. Positive experiences emphasize helpful nursing and rehab support, prompt detection and treatment of some clinical issues, regular meals and snacks, and a small scale that allows staff to interact personally with residents. Several reviewers specifically praised nurses and aides, the quality of food, and the availability of private rooms for those who prefer them.

    Care quality appears variable. There are clear strengths in individualized attention, basic nursing and rehabilitation services, and hygiene/room upkeep for many residents. At the same time, reviews indicate operational weaknesses that can affect outcomes: inconsistent staffing levels, gaps in medication-administration oversight, and delays in clinical diagnostics and responses. Families should note references to fall-related safety concerns and to uneven application of personal-care routines such as bathing schedules. There are also observations about mixed-acuity placement on the same units, which can create challenges for residents with differing care needs.

    Staff behavior and communication are similarly polarized. Numerous accounts praise staff kindness, staff engagement, and responsive nursing communication. Conversely, other reviewers described unprofessional tones, passive-aggressive interactions, and administrative unresponsiveness. Administrative issues extend to repeated paperwork requests, promises that require follow-up to be fulfilled, and general frustration with follow-through. One reviewer referenced involvement of a regulatory review following an incident; prospective families may wish to inquire directly about any recent investigations and corrective actions taken.

    Dining and activities: the facility offers regular meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks) and some families compliment the food. Practical issues include the need for staff assistance to access the dining area for some residents and limited programming, which some reviewers connected with loneliness among residents. Activity offerings appear limited overall, particularly for residents who are ambulatory and seeking social engagement.

    Facilities and environment: many reviewers describe the facility as clean, modestly or attractively decorated, and small enough to allow more interaction between staff and residents. Common areas with seating and a piano were noted positively. Operational limitations include shared rooms with constrained personal storage (one dresser noted), and at least one mention of inconsistent climate control in resident rooms. The facility’s layout and rooming policies may affect privacy and comfort for some residents.

    Overall patterns and guidance: experiences range from strongly positive to seriously concerning. The most consistent strengths are attentive caregivers, cleanliness, and competent rehabilitation/nursing for many residents. The most significant themes to investigate further are staffing consistency, medication and clinical-response controls, personal-care scheduling, administrative communication and follow-through, activity programming, and rooming options. Prospective residents and families should ask targeted questions about staffing ratios and turnover, medication-administration protocols, fall-prevention and transfer practices, bathing/personal-care schedules, how acuity is assigned to units, availability of private rooms, recent regulatory actions and their resolutions, and the facility’s activity calendar. These queries will help clarify whether the facility’s strengths align with an individual resident’s needs and preferences.

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    Medicare Ratings

    2·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Shepherd of the Valley - Boardman is located at 7148 W Blvd, Youngstown, OH, 44512.

    About Shepherd of the Valley - Boardman

    Shepherd of the Valley - Boardman sits on West Boulevard in Youngstown, Ohio, and offers different types of care for older adults, whether a person's looking for independent or assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, or short-term rehabilitation after being in the hospital. The place runs as a non-profit continuing care retirement community and accepts Medicare and Medicaid, so folks can get help as they need it without worrying as much about their coverage. There are 16 certified beds in the nursing and rehab area, and skilled nurses are on site up to 16 hours each day with a 24-hour call system in case anything happens. There's also an in-patient dialysis den, where Dialyze Direct helps residents who need hemodialysis care five days a week, so someone doesn't have to leave home to get this treatment.

    The staff can help with medication, bathing, dressing, and moving around, and they watch over residents day and night, so families know someone's always there to help. For those dealing with memory problems, there are special therapy programs with multisensory approaches, all aimed at helping each person feel secure. Folks who need extra support at home can get in-home electronic monitoring and home health visits, and Shepherd of the Valley - Boardman even provides respite care if someone needs a short break from caregiving.

    Rooms are private, cozy, and come with cable TV, kitchenettes, private bathrooms, telephones, air conditioning, and fast Wi-Fi, making them feel more like home. Residents also get weekly housekeeping, laundry, and prepared meals in a roomy dining area where special diets like diabetic or allergy-sensitive options are available. When it comes to things to do, the community keeps people active: There's an arts and crafts room, a library, a fitness center, walking paths, game rooms, and a full wellness center, not to mention group art projects, singing events with volunteers, and church services. There's a professionally staffed salon for haircuts and grooming, and the outdoor common spaces and gardens give residents spots to relax or join outdoor programs.

    Transportation is available for appointments and outings, while move-in coordination and concierge services can help settle new residents in. People here can take part in activities that keep the mind and body busy, like music nights, competitive games, movie nights, and even resident-run clubs. The place runs resident and family councils to let everyone talk about concerns or suggestions. Medical support's always nearby, and there are emergency alert systems to keep everyone safe.

    Shepherd of the Valley - Boardman is supported by the Lutheran Church, and serves more than 700 residents across its community. It's a maintenance-free, service-intense housing option that balances the need for care and rehabilitation with the chance for people to stay as independent as possible. The whole community puts an emphasis on a welcoming feel and treating each resident with compassion and respect.

    People often ask...

    Shepherd of the Valley - Boardman offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing.

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    The full address for this community is 7148 W Blvd, Youngstown, OH 44512.

    No, Shepherd of the Valley - Boardman does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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