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Good Shepherd Nursing Home

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159 Edgington Lane, Wheeling, WV 26003

Care Types

Skilled Nursing
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About Good Shepherd Nursing Home

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Good Shepherd Nursing Home has served the Wheeling, West Virginia community for decades with a mission rooted in compassion, dignity, and faith-based values. As a nonprofit, church-related organization, Good Shepherd operates with a deep commitment to caring for residents as whole persons — body, mind, and spirit — rather than as a business transaction. Located on Edgington Lane in Wheeling, the facility is conveniently situated near major medical resources and the rich amenities of this historic Ohio River city. Skilled nursing care at Good Shepherd encompasses 24-hour nursing supervision, physical and occupational therapy, medication management, and specialized care for residents with complex medical needs. The nonprofit mission means that resources are reinvested into resident care rather than distributed to shareholders, ensuring that quality and compassion — not profit — drive every decision. Staff who have dedicated years or decades to Good Shepherd create a culture of familiarity and genuine investment in each resident's well-being. Wheeling provides a welcoming environment for families visiting their loved ones. The Ohio River waterfront and scenic Wheeling Heritage Trail offer beautiful outdoor spaces. Oglebay Resort's expansive grounds are easily accessible for family outings, while the Capitol Theatre downtown hosts performing arts events year-round. Centre Market, one of America's oldest continuously operating farmers markets, is nearby for fresh local provisions. Medical resources are strong: WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital is close at hand, and Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Glen Dale provides additional hospital-level care when needed. The church-related sponsorship of Good Shepherd Nursing Home means pastoral care, spiritual programming, and chaplaincy services are woven into daily life — a meaningful distinction for many families seeking a values-aligned environment where their loved one's spiritual and emotional needs are honored alongside their clinical care.

Care Types at Good Shepherd Nursing Home

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Skilled Nursing

Round-the-clock medical care and rehabilitation services provided by licensed nurses and therapists for seniors with complex health needs requiring professional oversight.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What makes Good Shepherd Nursing Home different from other skilled nursing facilities in Wheeling? +

Good Shepherd is a nonprofit, church-related facility, meaning its mission centers on resident welfare rather than profit generation. Revenues are reinvested into care quality, staffing, and facility improvements. The integration of pastoral care and chaplaincy services also distinguishes it as a faith-affirming environment.

Does Good Shepherd provide both short-term and long-term skilled nursing care? +

Yes. Good Shepherd serves residents needing short-term post-acute rehabilitation — such as recovery after surgery or a hospital stay — as well as those requiring long-term skilled nursing care for ongoing complex medical conditions.

What hospitals are located near Good Shepherd Nursing Home? +

WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital is the primary acute care hospital in the area and is conveniently located near Good Shepherd. Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Glen Dale, WV is also accessible for residents requiring hospital-level services.

Are there spiritual or religious programs available for residents? +

Yes. As a church-related nonprofit, Good Shepherd integrates pastoral care, chaplaincy services, and spiritual programming into resident life. These offerings are available to residents of all faith backgrounds and are considered a core part of holistic care at the facility.

What is Wheeling, WV like as a place to live and receive care? +

Wheeling is a historic Ohio River city known for community warmth, cultural amenities, and a strong healthcare infrastructure. Residents and families benefit from proximity to Oglebay Resort and Park, the Wheeling Heritage Trail, the Capitol Theatre, Centre Market, and the Highlands Town Centre shopping area in nearby Triadelphia.

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