nursing home in Youngstown, OH
Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman
7148 West Blvd, Youngstown, OH 44512 · (330) 726-9061
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman at a glance
Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman is a 57-bed non-profit nursing home in Youngstown, Ohio (Mahoning County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Ohio average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 31, 2025) found 18 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 66.7% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 57
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 22, 1982
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Mahoning County
- CMS Certification Number
- 365580
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.04 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.58 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.17 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.29 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.7% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 62.5% | 43.9% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 18 | 10 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 84 | 80.7 | 80.6 | Average |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $26,381 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 57 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 44 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 77.7% | 84.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.6% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.3% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.2% | 8.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.2% | 0.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.5% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 31.4% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.9% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.9% | 30.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 21.6% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 30.7% | 21.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.1% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 92.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 64.2% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.9% | 78.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0563 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 26, 2026 |
| May 19, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 13, 2025 |
| May 19, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 13, 2025 |
| November 12, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| March 23, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 13, 2023 |
| March 23, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 13, 2023 |
| October 31, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 9, 2019 |
| October 31, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 9, 2019 |
| October 31, 2019 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 9, 2019 |
| October 31, 2019 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 9, 2019 |
| October 31, 2019 Fire safety | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0034 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 9, 2019 |
| October 31, 2019 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 9, 2019 |
| October 31, 2019 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2019 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEABATE, GIUSEPPE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| EARNHEARDT, ADAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| QUAINTANCE, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| THOMPSON, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| ADAMIC, PAUL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/20/2022 |
| DEABATE, GIUSEPPE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| EARNHEARDT, ADAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| LIMONGI, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| ADAMIC, PAUL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/20/2022 |
| FILIP, CHRISITNE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/19/2008 |
| LIMONGI, RICHARD Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1993 |
| PARISH, CORY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/08/2015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman's rating?
Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Ohio nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 18 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman and how do I contact it?
Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman is at 7148 West Blvd, Youngstown, OH 44512. Phone: (330) 726-9061.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.