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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Cornwall Manor is a non-profit active senior living community in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania. It offers a variety of living options including apartments and homes, along with healthcare services for individuals aged 60 and over. The community is located near Lebanon, Hershey, and Lancaster, PA.

7172732647

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 5.76/day

Overall rating

5/5

Health Inspection

5/5

Staffing

5/5

Quality Measures

3/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 45

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

91.6%

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for

Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

72% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$41.9M

Surplus of revenue

$4.3M

Voluntary non-profit home Other

Home revenue

$41,916,714.00

Surplus of revenue

$4,302,920.00

Payroll costs

$13.7M

32.8% of revenue

Other operating costs

$23.9M

Total costs $37.6M

45-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License Status

LICENSED

Facility Type

PERSONAL CARE HOMES

Additional licensing details

License number: 342880

CMS Certification Number: 395180

County: LEBANON

Awards: Best Retirement Community for fourteen consecutive years by the Lebanon Daily News.

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: CORNWALL MANOR

Profit status: NON-PROFIT

Safety & Compliance

Care Services

Nursing Services

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Independent Living

Skilled Nursing

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age: 60

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness center

organic farm

art programs

community connections

personal care

skilled nursing care

therapy services.

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs

Health Services, Personal Care, Skilled Nursing Care, Therapy Services, Active Living, Wellness, Artful Connections, Life Engagement, Community Connections, Volunteer Opportunities.

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description

Cornwall Manor offers choices of apartments and homes as well as a fitness center and healthcare services.

Results

4 with citations

0 without citations

Show Inspection Reports

0 complaints

Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.

18 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

1 enforcement action

Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.

Waivers: 1

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Cornwall Manor

SNF

PA 17016

CORNWALL MANOR

91.6%

$36,976,429.00

$13,729,374.00

37.1%

75.20

5/5

5.7581

5/5

3/5

Arbutus Park Manor

SNF

PA 15904

176

BEGLIN, JULIAN

64.7%

$15,050,542.00

$8,441,928.00

56.1%

99.30

5/5

4.6620

3/5

5/5

Artman Lutheran Home

SNF

PA 19002

187

ENGSTROM, PAUL

94.4%

$28,157,874.00

$10,424,248.00

37%

56.90

5/5

4.4263

3/5

5/5

Christ the King Manor

SNF

PA 15801

160

BADACH, ANN

192.6%

$22,878,610.00

$11,020,988.00

48.2%

119.60

3/5

4.0471

4/5

1/5

Chestnut Hill Lodge

SNF

Glenside

181

CH OPERATING HOLDINGS LLC

92.1%

$18,643,473.00

$5,460,491.00

29.3%

161.50

3/5

4.1846

3/5

2/5

Cornwall Manor

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: PA 17016

Bed Count: 96

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: CORNWALL MANOR

CCN: 395180

Occupancy: 91.6%

Home Revenue: $36,976,429.00

Payroll Costs: $13,729,374.00

Payroll %: 37.1%

Avg Residents/Day: 75.20

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 5.7581

Health Insp Rating: 5/5

Staffing Rating: 5/5

QM Rating: 3/5

Arbutus Park Manor

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: PA 15904

Bed Count: 176

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: BEGLIN, JULIAN

CCN: 396069

Occupancy: 64.7%

Home Revenue: $15,050,542.00

Payroll Costs: $8,441,928.00

Payroll %: 56.1%

Avg Residents/Day: 99.30

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.6620

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 5/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Number of Fines: 3

Artman Lutheran Home

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: PA 19002

Bed Count: 187

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: ENGSTROM, PAUL

CCN: 395922

Occupancy: 94.4%

Home Revenue: $28,157,874.00

Payroll Costs: $10,424,248.00

Payroll %: 37%

Avg Residents/Day: 56.90

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.4263

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 5/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Christ the King Manor

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: PA 15801

Bed Count: 160

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: BADACH, ANN

CCN: 395460

Occupancy: 192.6%

Home Revenue: $22,878,610.00

Payroll Costs: $11,020,988.00

Payroll %: 48.2%

Avg Residents/Day: 119.60

Overall Rating: 3/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.0471

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 1/5

Chestnut Hill Lodge

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: Glenside

Bed Count: 181

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: CH OPERATING HOLDINGS LLC

CCN: 395334

Occupancy: 92.1%

Home Revenue: $18,643,473.00

Payroll Costs: $5,460,491.00

Payroll %: 29.3%

Avg Residents/Day: 161.50

Overall Rating: 3/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.1846

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 3/5

QM Rating: 2/5

Number of Fines: 3

CORNWALL, PA 17016

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168

Total Staff

163

Employees

Contractors

43,563

Total Hours (Quarter)

Avg Staff/Day

Avg Shift (hrs)

Nursing Staff Breakdown

Role ⓘ	Count ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ	Uses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse	20	7	No
Licensed Practical Nurse	31	7.2	Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant	84	7	No

Staff by Category

Administration

1 staff

7.4hs shift avg

Nursing Staff

140 staff

7hs shift avg

Physicians & Practitioners

3 staff

7.4hs shift avg

Therapy Services

8 staff

6.3hs shift avg

Activities & Recreation

1 staff

7.5hs shift avg

Social Services

2 staff

6.1hs shift avg

Dietary Services

11 staff

7.4hs shift avg

Other Services

2 staff

7.5hs shift avg

Contractor Analysis

0.9%

of total hours from contractors

375 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 5

Role ⓘ	Employees ⓘ	Contractors ⓘ	Total Staff ⓘ	Total Hours ⓘ	Days Worked ⓘ	% of Days ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant	84	0	84	21,028	91	100%	7
Licensed Practical Nurse	26	5	31	7,354	91	100%	7.2
Registered Nurse	20	0	20	4,814	91	100%	7
Other Dietary Services Staff	10	0	10	2,847	91	100%	7.4
RN Director of Nursing	5	0	5	1,705	63	69%	7.5
Mental Health Service Worker	2	0	2	912	63	69%	7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist	2	0	2	834	63	69%	7.4
Physical Therapy Assistant	2	0	2	737	65	71%	6.9
Speech Language Pathologist	3	0	3	504	59	65%	5.7
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	450	60	66%	7.5
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist	1	0	1	443	59	65%	7.5
Dietitian	1	0	1	443	59	65%	7.5
Administrator	1	0	1	431	58	64%	7.4
Qualified Social Worker	2	0	2	399	64	70%	6.1
Physical Therapy Aide	2	0	2	348	57	63%	6
Respiratory Therapy Technician	1	0	1	316	47	52%	6.7

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Total Health inspections 3

55% below Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 6.7

Last Health inspection on Jun 2025

Total Health citations 7

78% below Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 31.3

2.33 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 7 citations

Complaint investigations 0 citations

Breakdown of citations

Critical Health citations 0

100% below Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.3

Serious Health citations 0

100% below Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.6

Moderate Health citations 7

Minor Health citations 0

Citations history (last 3 years)

Quality of Care moderate citation Jun 12, 2025

Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 01, 2024

Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Jul 28, 2023

Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jul 28, 2023

Corrected

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation

Resident Census by Payment Source

77 Total Residents

Medicare 3 (3.9%)

Medicaid 21 (27.3%)

Private Pay/Other 53 (68.8%)

Programs & Services

Residents' Group

Nurse Aide Training

CCRC

Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Active Resident Council

High-risk clinical events score 16.7

52% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 11.0

Functional decline score 33.1

49% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 22.2

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 33.3%

76% above Pennsylvania average.

Walking Ability Worsened 34.0%

61% above Pennsylvania average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 31.9%

20% above Pennsylvania average.

Falls with Major Injury 5.5%

73% above Pennsylvania average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 2.1%

62% below Pennsylvania average.

Urinary Tract Infection 2.5%

40% above Pennsylvania average.

Depressive Symptoms 6.6%

19% above Pennsylvania average.

Antipsychotic Use 19.2%

12% above Pennsylvania average.

Pneumococcal Vaccine 100.0%

15% above Pennsylvania average.

Influenza Vaccine 100.0%

7% above Pennsylvania average.

Lost Too Much Weight 8.4%

27% above Pennsylvania average.

Short-stay resident measures

Pneumococcal Vaccine 100.0%

45% better than Pennsylvania average

Antipsychotic medication increase 0.0%

100% better than Pennsylvania average

Influenza Vaccine 69.8%

Near Pennsylvania average

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Cornwall Manor based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 91.6% ↑ 2.2pp vs 2022

Net Income $4,302,920 ↑ ~$3.9M vs 2022

Total Payroll $19,209,492 ↑ ~$3.0M vs 2022

Profit Margin 11.6% ↑ 10.5pp vs 2022

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Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	95.6%	91.5%	97.0%	93.0%	92.6%	94.4%	95.0%	96.0%	93.7%	88.0%	89.3%	89.4%	91.6%
Beds	108	108	108	108	96	96	96	96	96	96	96	96	96
Net Income	$2,597,146	-$9,039,968	$2,894,510	$4,249,944	$3,762,911	$2,038,633	$4,444,517	$1,779,954	$3,522,261	$2,575,658	$4,608,525	$358,042	$4,302,920
Gross Revenue	$23,439,401	$12,524,939	$23,926,256	$24,189,429	$24,859,786	$26,107,571	$27,660,925	$28,815,107	$28,586,396	$28,017,593	$29,751,369	$32,387,082	$36,976,429
Operating Expenses	$20,388,266	$20,771,357	$20,399,641	$20,480,138	$21,392,231	$23,171,913	$23,193,292	$25,055,585	$25,774,414	$26,694,548	$28,768,254	$30,198,344	$34,527,610
Net Patient Revenue	$21,475,919	$10,119,474	$21,444,510	$21,631,500	$22,089,202	$23,225,537	$24,287,173	$25,426,152	$25,451,276	$25,213,697	$26,616,110	$29,077,922	$33,890,245
Total Payroll	$11,853,493	$12,154,501	$12,209,029	$12,022,019	$12,199,207	$12,857,373	$12,272,737	$13,517,409	$14,042,487	$14,527,889	$16,310,037	$16,173,344	$19,209,492
Profit Margin %	11.1%	-72.2%	12.1%	17.6%	15.1%	7.8%	16.1%	6.2%	12.3%	9.2%	15.5%	1.1%	11.6%
Medicare %	6.7%	8.3%	7.3%	5.0%	6.1%	7.2%	6.4%	6.1%	5.7%	4.2%	3.7%	2.7%	4.3%
Medicaid %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	30.5%
Private %	93.3%	91.7%	92.7%	95.0%	93.9%	92.8%	93.6%	93.9%	94.3%	95.8%	96.3%	97.3%	65.3%
Revenue/Day	$570	$280	$561	$590	$647	$702	$730	$756	$775	$816	$850	$928	$1,056
Cost/Day	$541	$575	$534	$559	$627	$701	$697	$745	$785	$864	$919	$964	$1,076
Avg Length of Stay	327.8 days	228.8 days	261.8 days	244.4 days	216.1 days	231.3 days	239.4 days	221.2 days	180.3 days	275.9 days	223.5 days	333.2 days	226.0 days

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

PA Medicaid CHC

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).

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

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

PA OPTIONS

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

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

Asset Limits: $8,000 (individual).

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

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)

General: Age 55+, 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.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).

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

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Pennsylvania LIHEAP

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

Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.

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

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program

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.

PA Specifics: High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Pennsylvania SCSEP

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

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

PA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).

PA Specifics: High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

General: Age 65+, 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.

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

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Pennsylvania SFMNP

General: Age 60+, PA resident, low-income.

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

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

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

Cornwall Manor

Cornwall Manor is a Nursing Home in Pennsylvania

Cornwall Manor is a Nursing Home in Pennsylvania

Cornwall Manor

Cornwall Manor is a Nursing Home in Pennsylvania

Cornwall Manor is a Nursing Home in Pennsylvania

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6 visits/inspections

Results

0 complaints

18 total citations

1 enforcement action

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