nursing home in Ironton, OH
Sanctuary at Ohio Valley
2932 South 5th Street, Ironton, OH 45638 · (740) 532-6188
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sanctuary at Ohio Valley at a glance
Sanctuary at Ohio Valley is a 93-bed non-profit nursing home in Ironton, Ohio (Lawrence County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Ohio average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 6, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.6% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 93
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- American Health Foundation
- Medicare-certified since
- April 23, 1990
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lawrence County
- CMS Certification Number
- 365791
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.43 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.48 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.04 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.12 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.6% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 22.2% | 43.9% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 18 | 80.7 | 80.6 | Better |
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 | 93 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 77 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 82.5% | 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) | 2% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.6% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.3% | 8.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 5% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.9% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.2% | 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) | 34.1% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15% | 21.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.2% | 78.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 11 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 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 April 4, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| March 6, 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 April 4, 2025 |
| December 17, 2024 Complaint | 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 December 30, 2024 |
| September 15, 2022 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 4, 2022 |
| September 15, 2022 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 4, 2022 |
| September 15, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 4, 2022 |
| September 15, 2022 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2022 |
| September 15, 2022 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2022 |
| January 16, 2020 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 7, 2020 |
| January 16, 2020 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 7, 2020 |
| January 16, 2020 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 7, 2020 |
| January 16, 2020 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2020 |
| January 16, 2020 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHF MANAGEMENT CORP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2025 |
| AMERICAN HEALTH FOUNDATION , INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2025 |
| APGAR, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| EICHENLAUB, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2025 |
| HAEMMERLE, JEFFREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2023 |
| LEHMAN, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| MCDONOUGH, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| HAEMMERLE, JEFFREY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2023 |
| HAEMMERLE, J MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/20/1996 |
| HAEMMERLE, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/20/1996 |
| HAEMMERLE, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/1995 |
| AHF MANAGEMENT CORP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| AMERICAN HEALTH FOUNDATION , INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| EICHENLAUB, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| HAEMMERLE, JEFFREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2023 |
| HAEMMERLE, J MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| LEHMAN, TIMOTHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
| SALSER, ANNETTE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sanctuary at Ohio Valley's rating?
Sanctuary at Ohio Valley has 4 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 Sanctuary at Ohio Valley receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sanctuary at Ohio Valley 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 Sanctuary at Ohio Valley?
It is non profit - corporation and part of American Health Foundation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sanctuary at Ohio Valley and how do I contact it?
Sanctuary at Ohio Valley is at 2932 South 5th Street, Ironton, OH 45638. Phone: (740) 532-6188.
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.