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3.9 from 39 reviews
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Overall Review of Good Shepherd Village
differentiator9 reviews mention this
Activities drive resident engagement
Residents consistently describe an active schedule that keeps them engaged.
Multiple reviews highlight the activities department and activity director as a major part of daily life. Residents and families mention painting, crafts, musical performances, and regular events, along with time outdoors and group engagement. Even when participation varies by resident ability, several reviews say staff still keep up meaningful interaction and conversations. Overall, the community atmosphere described in the reviews centers on planned engagement rather than passively “waiting.”
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Nursing care and therapy support
Residents and families describe hands-on nursing and therapy support.
A number of reviews describe nursing staff keeping residents comfortable and monitored, with help for day-to-day care and rehabilitation progress. Several families also mention therapies such as physical, occupational, and speech support, with care plans that track improvement. Reviews describe communication within care moments too, like keeping families updated and involving residents respectfully. While most mentions are positive, a separate group of reviews raises concerns about follow-through and responsiveness, so experiences are not uniform.
common3 reviews mention this
Dining and meal quality vary
Meal experience shows both satisfaction and serious complaints.
Some reviews say the food is enjoyable and that meals are brought to rooms when needed, including nutritious options. Other reviews make much harsher claims about food quality, including meals described as cold or undercooked. Dining is also tied to how residents appear in common areas, with at least one review saying residents seem happy in the dining area. Taken together, the reviews point to mixed dining experiences rather than one clear consensus.
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Cleanliness is mostly reported
Several reviews mention the facility feeling clean.
A few reviews describe the building as clean-smelling and well-kept, including common areas and the overall environment. One review specifically notes the dining area setup and the home-like smell, reinforcing a positive cleanliness impression. However, at least one negative review contradicts that by describing odors associated with urine and cleanliness concerns. So while cleanliness is frequently mentioned positively, there are also notable reports of unpleasant conditions.
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Call and communication concerns
Some families report delays getting through or receiving updates.
A few reviews describe trouble reaching staff by phone or not receiving responses when calling for help or updates. Another complaint describes call-button and nurse-response delays, including instances where help was not coming despite repeated requests. There are also reviews stating families were not being called with care updates, which adds to the frustration around communication. Overall, these reports suggest that responsiveness and follow-up can be inconsistent.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Staffing and care consistency worries
Some reviews raise serious concerns about staffing and care follow-through.
Several negative reviews describe understaffing and a lack of timely assistance, including residents not receiving help when needed. Others point to issues involving neglect-style observations such as unmanaged comfort, inadequate hygiene, and medication concerns. One review also describes a delayed or incomplete response after repeated calls, while another describes a rapid decline attributed to care problems. These caveats appear alongside many positive accounts of nursing and therapy, but the negative reviews are strong enough to flag potential variability in care delivery.
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Features
Housing
81 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
James M Cox Dayton International (24 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Arby's (0.2 miles)
Rally's (0.3 miles)
McDonald's (0.4 miles)
Wendy's (0.4 miles)
Burger King (0.5 miles)
Subway (0.6 miles)
Our Hero Express Subs (0.7 miles)
Places of Worship
Maplewood Church of the Nazarene (0.5 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (2.4 miles)
Cornerstone Baptist Church (3 miles)
Grace Covenant Fellowship (3.6 miles)
New Moorefield United Methodist Church (5.3 miles)
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81 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
James M Cox Dayton International (24 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Close to cafes, parks, healthcare, dining, worship, and entertainment.
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