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Nursing Home

Little Sisters of the Poor

Nursing Home

Little Sisters of the Poor

1028 Benton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 View map
Overview of Little Sisters of the Poor

Serving the needs of low-income seniors who are seeking a continuum of care, Little Sisters of the Poor is a compassionate senior living community in Pittsburgh, PA, offering independent living and nursing care services. The community aims to provide seniors with compassionate services founded on Christian values and hospitality. Residents’ physical needs are met day and night, ensuring they are always happy and well-cared for.

The community also ministers to the residents spiritually, providing them opportunities to practice their religion and connect them to their spirituality. Here, residents enjoy a homely atmosphere and inviting community that brings them a strong sense of belonging and fulfillment. As a non-profit community, Little Sisters of the Poor guarantees care services that are focused on nothing but residents’ comfort and well-being.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
2/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
1/5
Pennsylvania average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
5/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
2/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
6h 43m per day

This home provides 62% more nursing time per resident than the Pennsylvania average.

Pennsylvania average: 4h 9m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 1h 28m per day 47m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 4h 3m per day 2h 12m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 4h 57m per day 3h 31m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 6m per day 6m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 52m per day 33m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 48

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Pennsylvania average
Occupancy rate 58.3%
Residents per day (avg) 43
Occupancy rate
58.3%
Residents per day (avg)
43
Walk Score
Walk Score: 46 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Donate, Get Involved, Admissions, Employment, Events, Prayer Request, Meet Jeanne Jugan, Mission, Our Vocation, Become A Little Sister, Contact Us

What does this home offer?

Accepts Medicaid icon
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Accept Medicaid: Yes

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Total residents icon

Total Residents: 48

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Building Type: 3-story

Types of Care at Little Sisters of the Poor

Nursing Home
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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Pennsylvania average 6.7


Last Health inspection on Nov 2024

Total health citations 41

Pennsylvania average 31.3

Citations per inspection
13.67

Pennsylvania average 4.4


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 41 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Pennsylvania average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Pennsylvania average: 0.6

41 moderate citations More info Pennsylvania average: 29.5

0 minor citations More info Pennsylvania average: 0.8
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Nov 27, 2024
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Nov 27, 2024
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Nov 27, 2024
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Nov 27, 2024
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Pittsburgh The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.

5 facilities compared · CMS & PA Dept. of Health data · Updated Mar 2026

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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Pittsburgh (Perry South)
98
87.3%
+11%
4.80
+85%
+16%
1
31
0
51
A+
50
Meneely, Lorrie
$8,9M
$3,9M
43.8%
395561
Canterbury Place
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Pittsburgh (Central Lawrenceville)
115
89.5%
+14%
4.32
+34%
+4%
0
28
1
111
A+
93
Upmc
$20,5M
$7,3M
35.7%
395146
Little Sisters of the Poor
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Pittsburgh (Brighton Heights)
48
58.3%
-26%
6.72
+34%
+62%
1
41
0
43
-
46
Mccanless, Claire
-
-
-
396116
Marian Manor
-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Pittsburgh (Banksville)
118
54.7%
-30%
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-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
27
#N/A
$13,4M
$4,4M
33%
395765
South Western Veterans Center
-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Pittsburgh (Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar)
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-
-
-
-
-
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+56%
-
0
30
1
-
-
5
-
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39A438

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Address 5.7 miles from city center — 3.14 miles to nearest hospital (Heritage Valley Kennedy)

Address 1028 Benton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 164
Employees 74
Contractors 90
Staff to resident ratio 4.10:1
111% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1

Avg staff/day 38
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 7.8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 26,530
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 26
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 99
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

19.9%

5,281 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 66 Registered Nurse: 14 Licensed Practical Nurse: 6 Administrator: 1 Physician Assistant: 1 Other Physician: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant33669915,22991100%8.1
Registered Nurse1214264,01991100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse3691,66291100%6.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist5051,5216875%7.7
Dental Services Staff3031,0496470%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff2028697380%7.9
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist2026866167%8.1
Administrator0115206571%8
Dietitian1014565763%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician5053146470%3.7
Qualified Social Worker303673033%2.2
Occupational Therapy Aide202531516%3.5
Physical Therapy Assistant303462932%1.6
Physician Assistant01123910%2.6
Other Physician0111067%1.6
Medical Director011867%1.3
99 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
26 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 75%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 70%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 80%
2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 63%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 70%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 33%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 16%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 32%
1 Physician Assistant
% of Days 10%
1 Other Physician
% of Days 7%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 7%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
40 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
1 resident (2.5%)
Medicaid
33 residents (82.5%)
Private pay or other
6 residents (15%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.7
In line with Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 11.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.9
11% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 22.2

Long-stay resident measures
Below average Pennsylvania avg: 3.9 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 21.0%
10% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 19.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 12.3%
42% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 21.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 26.5%
In line with Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 26.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.6%
74% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.1%
11% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 5.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 6.3%
257% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.9%
34% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 6.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 5.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 23.1%
35% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 17.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
15% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 86.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
7% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 93.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 59.3%
14% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 68.8%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $50K
15% lower than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: $59K

Number of fines 2
In line with Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 2.1

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $50K
Pennsylvania average $59K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Apr 16, 2025
$26K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Nov 27, 2024
$25K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

PA Medicaid CHC

Age 65+ or disabled, Pennsylvania resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

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

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

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

PA OPTIONS

Age 60+, Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies by region).

$8,000 (individual).

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

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)

Age 55+, PA resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with LIFE support.

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

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

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, PA resident, Medicare Part A/B.

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

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

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

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Pennsylvania LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, PA resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Cash grants and crisis aid; serves ~600,000 households annually.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program

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

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

Not assessed; need-based.

High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Pennsylvania SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, PA resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, PA resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

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

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Age 65+, PA resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).

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

Not assessed; income-focused.

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

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Pennsylvania SFMNP

Age 60+, PA resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed.

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

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