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Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky, OH

Ohio Veterans Home is a nursing home community in Sandusky, OH.

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Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky, OH

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  • Interior

    Two people in themed costumes standing in front of a bookshelf.

  • Outdoors

    A memorial plaque set in a landscaped area, commemorating an important event or individual.

  • Building

    An impressive historic stone building with intricate architectural details, showcasing gothic design elements.

  • Architecture

    A serene monument surrounded by greenery and trees, partially sheltered under a canopy.

  • Trees

    A tranquil park scene featuring a sculpture of a person and a dog, surrounded by lush greenery.

  • Landscaping

    Entrance sign for the Ohio Veterans Hospital, featuring a brick wall and greenery.

  • Entrance

    Main entrance of a skilled nursing home and long-term care facility.

  • Outdoor

    A historic military tank displayed in a park setting.

  • Nature

    A historical marker stands in a green park, surrounded by trees.

  • Grass

    A tranquil park scene featuring a grassy field and cloudy skies.

  • Flag

    A tribute to military service featuring a statue of boots and a flag, symbolizing honor and remembrance.

  • Park

    A bronze sculpture depicting a human interacting affectionately with a dog.

3416 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, OH 44870

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 52 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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Overall Review of Ohio Veterans Home

common 20 reviews mention this

Care team is consistently praised

Residents and families repeatedly describe attentive, respectful care.

Many reviewers say the nursing staff and broader care team treat residents with kindness and attentiveness, with families describing peace of mind after visits or during longer stays. Several also mention communication and updates, including help from supervisors, aides, and admissions staff during the transition. A few reviewers contrast that with concerns about how decisions or processes were handled, but even those posts typically still reference moments where staff treated people with dignity.

common 2 reviews mention this

Memory-focused support feels strong

Care plans for memory issues stand out to families.

At least two reviews describe noticeable differences for residents with memory needs, including smoother day-to-day routines and improved engagement. One family specifically contrasts the results after transferring from another facility, describing the resident as cleaner, more engaged, and supported with activities. Another notes they chose the community because it caters to memory issues, and describes the placement as reassuring for the family.

common 6 reviews mention this

Grounds and on-site activities keep residents engaged

On-site activities and outdoor spaces are frequently highlighted.

Reviewers commonly mention a lively mix of scheduled daily activities, social time, and resident-friendly spaces. Several describe features on the groundsā€”like peacocks, ponds, courtyards, and park-like walking areasā€”as part of what makes visits pleasant. Others add specifics such as games, cards, and group socializing, describing a community where residents can stay connected.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Dining is a mixed experience

Food receives both praise and requests for improvement.

Several reviewers say residents enjoy the food and that meals help contribute to overall satisfaction. At the same time, at least one review calls out that the food lacks and needs improvement. Overall, dining comes up often enough to be a real day-to-day factor rather than an incidental detail.

common 2 reviews mention this

Transportation and outings support independence

Transportation support and outings are part of daily life.

Families describe the community arranging rides so residents can get where they want to go, which they connect to staying engaged. One review specifically highlights transportation that helps a resident remain more independent, while another mentions day trips as part of scheduled experiences. Together, these comments align with the community offering transportation for non-medical needs.

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Features

Housing

  • 427 resident community capacity 427 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

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Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Discount Drug Mart (0.2 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Discount Drug Mart (1.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.5 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • The Stadium Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Arby's (0.2 miles)
  • Mekong Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine (0.4 miles)
  • Jimmy John's (0.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.4 miles)
  • Casa Real (0.4 miles)
  • Wendy's (0.4 miles)
  • Mulvin's vegetable stand (0.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Bruce A Montgomery DO (0.5 miles)
  • SVS Vision Optical Centers (0.6 miles)
  • Noms Fam Prac Dr Baxte (0.8 miles)
  • Pediatric Associates-Sandusky (0.8 miles)
  • Hear Wright (0.9 miles)
  • Catherine Ann Holladay (0.9 miles)
  • Firelands Physician Group - Campbell Street (1.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Vita Urbana (2.9 miles)
  • Dockside Cafe (3.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • American Homepatient (1.3 miles)
  • Firelands Regional Medical Center (2 miles)
  • Firelands S Campus (2 miles)
  • Firelands Regional Medical Center (2.3 miles)
  • Noms Healthcare (2.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak Train Station (2.4 miles)
  • Frontier Town Station (4.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • The Chapel (2.4 miles)

Parks

  • Erie Metrobark Park (2.6 miles)
  • Shoreline Park (3 miles)
  • Lions Park (3.9 miles)

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