Overall Review of Shepherd Of The Valley - Howland
common17 reviews mention this
Staff compassion feels personal
Residents and families frequently describe staff as caring, respectful, and supportive.
Many reviewers emphasize the way staff treat residents like family, with patience, compassion, and consistent communication. Several also mention feeling safe because help is available when needed, including staff being present around the dining and living spaces. A few families add that staff make day-to-day interactions feel warm and dignified, not just routine care.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Response times and staffing draw complaints
Some families report slow responses and understaffing that affects care.
On the negative side, multiple reviewers describe long waits for assistance, delayed call light responses, or staff not coming promptly when help is requested. Several mention understaffing directly, describing situations like call lights taking too long, bathroom needs waiting longer than expected, or families having to request basic care repeatedly. A few also describe staff behavior issues, including unprofessional or rude interactions when concerns were raised.
common6 reviews mention this
Dining quality is a recurring bright spot
Dining is often described as good and tailored to residents.
Several reviews mention meals as something residents look forward to, describing dining as nutritious and aligned with individual preferences. Others add that food quality is better than what they’ve experienced at other places, and that residents can eat in the dining area or have meals brought to them if needed. One reviewer also points to a cafeteria-style dining setup and meal delivery for certain times.
common8 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and upkeep come up often
Reviews frequently mention the building looks clean and well kept.
Many reviewers describe the facility as clean, well maintained, and welcoming, including common areas and the overall atmosphere. Some also contrast that cleanliness with care concerns in negative reviews, where families report missing routines or visible mess. A smaller number point out specific issues with odors, indicating the cleanliness experience isn’t uniform across visits.
common5 reviews mention this
Activities help residents feel engaged
Residents are described as having activities to participate in.
Several reviews say the community keeps residents engaged with regular activities, gatherings, and a calendar of events. Families also mention community spaces where residents can take part in events or gather with others, including recreation-room style programming. In addition, at least one reviewer notes that the facility supports social time through things like entertainment and hosted visits.
common2 reviews mention this
Location is convenient for outings
Reviewers describe the area as comfortable for walking and visiting.
A couple of reviewers highlight that the community sits in a good area where it feels comfortable to get around on foot. One family also mentions choosing this option partly around how close it was for visits, reinforcing that location matters for them.
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Features
Housing
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Types of Care
Assisted Living
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Devotional services off-site
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Care Services
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Dining
Meals provided
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Activities on-site
Devotional activities offsite
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Antones Kitchen (0.7 miles)
Burger King (1.5 miles)
Wendy's (1.5 miles)
Eat'n Park Restaurant (1.5 miles)
Up A Creek (1.7 miles)
McDonald's (1.9 miles)
Grotto Ali Babba (2.3 miles)
Physicians
Hope Center For Cancer Care (0.7 miles)
Howland Medical Pavillion (0.7 miles)
Thomas Raymond Neuman (1.6 miles)
Pediatric Associates of Warren (1.6 miles)
Martuccio Eye Care (1.6 miles)
Vein Center (1.7 miles)
Circulatory Center (1.8 miles)
Hospitals
St Joseph Urgent Care Center (0.7 miles)
Surgery Center Howland (0.8 miles)
Mercy Health - Heart and Vascular Institute, Eastland (2.5 miles)
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1-bedroom apartments
Condos / townhomes
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Activities on-site
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Full kitchen
Indoor common areas
Laundry
Resident parking
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Meals provided
English
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