Amity Place

Q: What neighborhood is Amity Place in?

Amity Place is in the Old Swede Road neighborhood of Douglassville.

Q: Who is the owner of Amity Place?

The legal owner and operator of Amity Place is Douglassville Aid Ii Opco Llc.

Q: Is Amity Place in a walkable area?

Amity Place has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the license number of Amity Place?

According to PA state health department records, Amity Place's license number is 226560.

Q: When does Amity Place's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Amity Place's license expires on October 18, 2025.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Amity Place?

Amity Place's occupancy is 39%.

Overview of Amity Place

Providing one of the finest senior living communities in Berks County, Douglassville, PA, Amity Place offers personalized and compassionate independent living, personal care services, respite & short-term care. The community provides residents peace of mind with a 24-hour emergency call system and a diligent care team that offers various assistance, including simple medication reminders, bathing assistance, or transportation to appointments. Residents can choose from an array of one-bedroom and studio apartments with kitchenettes, large closets, and convenient access to amenities and services.

Dedicated to providing the best senior living experience, Amity Place conducts an array of wellness and social activities, such as digital technology classes and senior yoga, keeping residents engaged and active. The community also offers a range of amenities to provide more opportunities for enjoyment and social engagement, such as a stunning courtyard with a gazebo, covered patios, and rocking chairs, and flowering gardens provide a quiet atmosphere for some relaxing time alone. Residents are also provided with restaurant-style meals that are prepared to support their physical and cognitive health, as well as homemade snacks tailored to individual tastes to satisfy cravings.

(610) 385-7600

100-bed community

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

1 year in operation

A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

Walk Score: 44 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

39%

Lower than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%

Occupied beds

39 / 100

Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes

StatusLicensed

IssuanceOctober 18, 2024

ExpirationOctober 18, 2025

CountyBerks

License Number226560

Amity Place is legally operated by Douglassville Aid Ii Opco Llc.

Profit StatusProfit

70 Total Daily Staff PA avg: 76.9

53 Waking Staff

0 Resident Support Staff

44 Residents Served

3 Current Residents

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 76 citations 5 complaints 19 inspections 1 waiver

Inspection Score

11 points below 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 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.
1
vs 0.9 avg
↑ 11% higher 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 February 20, 2025 Follow Up

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.	76	63	This facility has 21% more total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (76 vs. PA avg 63).↑ 21% worse Rank #370 / 482 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 370th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	15.2	12.6	This facility has 21% more citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (15.2 vs. PA avg 12.6).↑ 21% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	4	5.7	This facility has 30% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (4 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 30% better Rank #254 / 482 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 254th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

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.	19	11	This facility has 73% more total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (19 vs. PA avg 11).↑ 73% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	14	8	This facility has 75% more inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (14 vs. PA avg 8).↑ 75% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	74%	73%	This facility has 1 percentage point higher inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (74% vs. PA avg 73%).↑ 1% worse Rank #309 / 482 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 309th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

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.	5	4	This facility has 25% more total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (5 vs. PA avg 4).↑ 25% worse Rank #347 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 347th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	1	0.8	This facility has 25% more complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (1 vs. PA avg 0.8).↑ 25% worse

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

The February 20, 2025 follow-up inspection found all prior deficiencies corrected, including annual training and medication certification compliance.
The December 3, 2024 renewal inspection cited 17 deficiencies, including failure to report abuse, insufficient overnight staffing for evacuation, unsecured medications, and incomplete resident records.
The facility had repeated abuse-related incidents from 2021 through 2024, with staff suspensions and terminations, but submitted and implemented corrective plans after each event.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Studio

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

17.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Douglassville's city center to Amity Place's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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

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What neighborhood is Amity Place in?

Amity Place is in the Old Swede Road neighborhood of Douglassville.

Who is the owner of Amity Place?

The legal owner and operator of Amity Place is Douglassville Aid Ii Opco Llc.

Is Amity Place in a walkable area?

Amity Place has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Amity Place?

According to PA state health department records, Amity Place's license number is 226560.

When does Amity Place's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Amity Place's license expires on October 18, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at Amity Place?

Amity Place's occupancy is 39%.

How many beds does Amity Place have?

Amity Place has 100 beds.

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