Keystone Villa at Ephrata

Q: What neighborhood is Keystone Villa at Ephrata in?

Keystone Villa at Ephrata is in the Ephrata Commercial Historic District neighborhood of Ephrata.

Q: Is Keystone Villa at Ephrata in a walkable area?

Keystone Villa at Ephrata has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: What is the license number of Keystone Villa at Ephrata?

According to PA state health department records, Keystone Villa at Ephrata's license number is 334660.

Q: When does Keystone Villa at Ephrata's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Keystone Villa at Ephrata's license expires on April 8, 2027.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Keystone Villa at Ephrata?

Keystone Villa at Ephrata's occupancy is 88%.

Q: Are pets allowed at Keystone Villa at Ephrata?

No, Keystone Villa at Ephrata has a no-pet policy.

Overview of Keystone Villa at Ephrata

Set in the quiet neighborhood of Ephrata, PA, Keystone Villa at Ephrata is an enticing senior living community that offers independent living, personal care, and memory care services. A wide array of large and cozy accommodations with varying floor plans ranging from studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom are available for its residents. Having an expert and compassionate team, the community provides its Our Daybreak Memory Care Neighborhood catering to the needs of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

The community is committed to delivering top-notch amenities and services such as hearty and tasty meals three times a day, wellness programs, transportation assistance, and many more. Engage in a robust calendar of activities and meet new companions along the way. With Keystone at Ephrata, seniors are guaranteed an empowering and inclusive retirement.

Facility Direct Line (717) 466-5582

100-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 79 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

88%

Higher than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%

Occupied beds

88 / 100

Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

Best of Senior Living 2025

Memory Care Award 2024

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes

IssuanceApril 8, 2026

ExpirationApril 8, 2027

CountyLancaster

License LevelFULL

License Number334660

Keystone Villa at Ephrata is legally operated by Hsl Ephrata Subtenant LLC.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Alzheimer's

34 units

Total beds

100 units

Wheelchair Accessible

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency Call System available.

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Nursing Services

24-Hour Staffing

HousekeepingYes

Linen ServiceYes

Utilities IncludedYes

Dining

Library

Outdoor Patios

Activity Rooms

Movie Theater

Salon Services

Transportation To Medical Appointments

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 31 citations 3 complaints 10 inspections 0 waivers

Inspection Score

7 points above the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Waivers A higher number of waivers may indicate the facility relies on staff who don't fully meet standard credential requirements. A lower number may suggest the facility meets staffing qualification standards without exemptions.

This Facility PA Average vs. PA Avg

Waivers are Pennsylvania Department of Health exemptions that let a facility operate outside required staffing ratios or staff credential rules. A higher count can signal that the facility regularly relies on exceptions — for example, fewer nursing hours per resident or staff who don't fully meet qualification standards — which may affect day-to-day care.
0
vs 0.9 avg
↓ 100% fewer than PA avg

Data reflects the most recent 5 years (since 2021).

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Pennsylvania state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. Pennsylvania state average

Overall vs. PA average

Latest Inspection October 30, 2024 Renewal

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	31	63	This facility has 51% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (31 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 51% better Rank #201 / 478 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 201st out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for Total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	6.2	12.6	This facility has 51% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (6.2 vs. PA avg 12.6).↓ 51% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	3.1	5.7	This facility has 46% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (3.1 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 46% better Rank #189 / 478 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 189th out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for Citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	10	11	This facility has had 9% fewer total inspections than the Pennsylvania average (10 vs. PA avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 9% fewer
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	5	8	This facility has 38% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (5 vs. PA avg 8).↓ 38% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	50%	73%	This facility has 23 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (50% vs. PA avg 73%).↓ 23% better Rank #77 / 478 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 77th out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (3 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 25% better Rank #242 / 478 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 242nd out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for Complaint inspections. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	0.6	0.8	This facility has 25% fewer complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (0.6 vs. PA avg 0.8).↓ 25% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The October 30, 2024 inspection found five deficiencies including medication errors and fire drill protocol but accepted the fully implemented corrective plan.
The January 24, 2023 complaint investigation identified eight deficiencies including failure to report a fall, sanitary issues, unsecured medications, and fire hazard risks.
The May 28, 2024 follow-up confirmed full correction of four deficiencies related to medical evaluations, medication storage, and documentation.

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What does this home offer?

No pets allowed

Room Sizes: 409 - 463 / 555 - 598 / 880 sq. ft.

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

0.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Ephrata's city center to Keystone Villa at Ephrata's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.


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Keystone Villa at Ephrata	MC IL	Ephrata (Ephrata Commercial Historic District)	100 Facility 100 PA AVG 94 Rank #203 / 554	No	79 Facility 79 PA AVG 46 Rank #82 / 667	Hsl Ephrata Subtenant LLC	90 Facility 90 PA AVG 83 Rank #132 / 460	10	3 Facility 3 PA AVG 4 Rank #242 / 478	50% Facility 50% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #77 / 478	31 Facility 31 PA AVG 63 Rank #201 / 478	3.1 Facility 3.1 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #189 / 478	Profit	-	-	88.0%	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

PA Medicaid CHC

Age 65+ or disabled

General Pennsylvania resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Managed care model; high urban demand (e.g., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh).

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

PA OPTIONS

Age 60+

General Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies by region

Asset Limits $8,000 individual

Cost-sharing required above certain income; rural/urban balance.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)

Age 55+

General PA resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with LIFE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

16 providers in 25 counties (e.g., Allegheny, Luzerne); LIFE branding unique to PA.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General PA resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; PA resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; reimbursements up to $600/month if care recipient income < ~$2,322/month 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Supplies (~$2,000/year) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General PA resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Age 65+

General PA resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).

Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year individual or couple, excludes half of Social Security

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Rebates up to $1,000; ~600,000 eligible annually.

Benefits

Rebates ($250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Pennsylvania SFMNP

Age 60+

General PA resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season) via 52 AAAs; serves ~200,000 annually.

Benefits

Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

What neighborhood is Keystone Villa at Ephrata in?

Keystone Villa at Ephrata is in the Ephrata Commercial Historic District neighborhood of Ephrata.

Who is the owner of Keystone Villa at Ephrata?

Keystone Villa at Ephrata is legally operated by Hsl Ephrata Subtenant LLC.

Is Keystone Villa at Ephrata in a walkable area?

Keystone Villa at Ephrata has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Keystone Villa at Ephrata?

According to PA state health department records, Keystone Villa at Ephrata's license number is 334660.

When does Keystone Villa at Ephrata's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Keystone Villa at Ephrata's license expires on April 8, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Keystone Villa at Ephrata?

Keystone Villa at Ephrata's occupancy is 88%.

Are pets allowed at Keystone Villa at Ephrata?

No, Keystone Villa at Ephrata has a no-pet policy.

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