Nursing home · Ironton, OH
Sanctuary at Ohio Valley
2932 South 5Th Street, Ironton, OH 45638 · (740) 532-6188
Sanctuary at Ohio Valley is a 93-bed nonprofit nursing home in Ironton, Ohio (Lawrence County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1990. On average it cares for 72 residents a day (about 78% of its certified beds). It is part of American Health Foundation, a group of 5 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars; the average in Ohio is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | Ohio avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.72 | 3.71 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.46 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.40 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 31% | 49% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 25% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | March 6, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 5 below the state average of 10 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Ahf Ohio INC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Sanctuary at Ohio Valley?
CMS rates Sanctuary at Ohio Valley 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Sanctuary at Ohio Valley have?
93 certified beds, with an average of 72 residents a day.
Does Sanctuary at Ohio Valley accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Sanctuary at Ohio Valley?
(740) 532-6188. Address: 2932 South 5Th Street, Ironton, OH 45638.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).