Senwell Transitions Skilled Nursing Facility to Behavioral Health in Steubenville, Ohio

July 2025
Senwell Senior Investment Advisors facilitated the strategic sale of 26 skilled nursing beds from a facility in Ohio, while simultaneously coordinating the repurposing of the real estate for future behavioral health services.
The owners made the decision to close the skilled nursing facility after determining that the small size of the building prevented it from achieving the operational efficiencies and economies of scale necessary for long-term success. Patients were successfully transitioned to the seller’s nearby sister facility, maintaining continuity of care.
Senwell capitalized on Ohio’s limited four-year cycle for transferring beds from overbedded to underbedded counties, securing a timely sale of the 26 bed licenses to a large Ohio operator planning to develop a new skilled nursing facility. The transaction was completed ahead of the state’s April 30th application deadline, maximizing the seller’s opportunity and value.
In parallel, Senwell sourced a behavioral health operator to acquire and repurpose the vacant building, ensuring the property continues to serve critical healthcare needs within the community.
This transaction demonstrates Senwell’s ability to deliver full-service solutions for clients by maximizing bed asset value while aligning facilities with emerging healthcare demands.
Ben Bohland and Collin Hempfling facilitated the transaction.
![]() | LEAD ADVISOR:Ben BohlandManaging Partner |
![]() | Collin HempflingAssociate – Investment Sales |

![]() LEAD ADVISOR:Ben BohlandManaging Partner |
Collin HempflingAssociate – Investment Sales |
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