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Nursing Home

Bellingham at West Chester

Nursing Home

Bellingham at West Chester

1615 EAST BOOT ROAD,, WEST CHESTER, PA 19380 View map
Overview of Bellingham at West Chester
Bellingham at West Chester is a senior living community located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. It offers Independent Living, Personal Care, Memory Care, and Short-Term Stays to meet various needs. The community provides engaging programming focused on learning, fitness, and social connections.
(732) 710-0337

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.
3/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.9/5
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.
3/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.5/5
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.
4/5
Pennsylvania average: 4.1/5
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.
4/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.8/5

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.
3h 43m per day

This home provides 19% less nursing time per resident than the Pennsylvania average.

Pennsylvania average: 4h 35m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 64

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Pennsylvania average
Occupancy rate 87.5%
Residents per day (avg) 55
Occupancy rate
87.5%
Residents per day (avg)
55

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

51% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 14 days

Private pay

49% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.7M
Operating loss
-$1
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10,672,616.00
Operating loss
$-1.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.9M
36.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.8M
Total costs $10.7M
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
In line with Pennsylvania average
Occupied beds
56 / 56
Average residents 103 per day

License details

Facility type
Personal Care Homes
Status Licensed
County: CHESTER

Additional licensing details

License number: 151990
CMS Certification Number: 396082

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: LCS BELLINGHAM TENANT LLC
Profit status: PROFIT

Care Services

Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

All Levels of Care

Independent Living
Personal Care
Memory Care
Short-Term Stays

State Inspection Report (May 30, 2025)

73 Total Daily Staff
55 Waking Staff
0 Resident Support Staff
51 Residents Served

Secured Dementia Care Unit — Memory Care Unit

24 Capacity
12 Residents Served

Resident Conditions

Age 60+ 51 (100%)
Mobility Need 22 (43%)
Mental Illness 2 (4%)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty/Barber shop
Exercise classes
Laundry rooms/services
Living room
Parking
Pool
Restaurant-style Dining

Programs & Activities

Activities
Engaging programming focuses on continued learning, physical fitness, and social connections.
Specific Programs
Independent Living, Personal Care, Memory Care, Short-Term Stays

Pricing & Financial Information

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals.
Contact Bellingham at West Chester

Inspection History

In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) conduct unannounced inspections to verify adherence to state regulations.

15 visits/inspections

Results

12 with citations

0 without citations

Pennsylvania average: 4 complaint visits

Pennsylvania average: 8 inspections with citations

8 complaints

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

Pennsylvania average: 4 complaints

Latest inspection

Date:May 1, 2025
Type:Monitoring

218 total citations

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

Pennsylvania average: 66 citations

201 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. 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

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Pennsylvania average 6.7


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations 24

Pennsylvania average 31.3

Citations per inspection
6

Pennsylvania average 4.4


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

23 of 24 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 24 resulted from complaint investigations.

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

24 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. May 16, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. May 16, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. May 16, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. May 16, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Pennsylvania 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

Bellingham at West Chester
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.

WEST CHESTER
64
76.9%
-2%
3.72
+91%
-10%
0
24
0
55
A-
Watermark Bre Investments, Llc
$10,6M
$3,9M
36.8%
396082
Abington Manor at Morgan Hill
-
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.

EASTON
75
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0
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Abode Care of Monroeville
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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.

MONROEVILLE
66
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0
0
0
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Adult Living at Rosebrook
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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.

SARVER
100
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Alexandria Manor II
-
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.

BATH
78
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 168
Employees 100
Contractors 68
Staff to resident ratio 2.90:1
49% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1

Avg staff/day 42
Average shift 7.6 hours
0% compared with Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 7.8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 29,222
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 38
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 34
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 54
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

16.3%

4,764 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 20 Certified Nursing Assistant: 16 Licensed Practical Nurse: 12 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant38165410,89691100%8.5
Registered Nurse1820384,16491100%7.3
Licensed Practical Nurse2212343,70191100%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist101112,97391100%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide0441,3456673%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,0588695%7.5
Speech Language Pathologist0228706875%7.3
Physical Therapy Assistant0448557582%6.6
Dental Services Staff3037907987%6.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0557167077%7.4
Administrator1014966268%8
Qualified Social Worker0444615965%7.3
Nurse Practitioner1014395864%7.6
Dietitian2023755965%6.4
Mental Health Service Worker101831112%7.5
54 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
38 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
34 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 100%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 73%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 95%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 75%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 82%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 87%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 77%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 65%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 64%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 65%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 12%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
58 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
29 residents (50%)
Private pay or other
29 residents (50%)
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. 8.0
27% better than 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. 24.3
9% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 22.2

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.8%
54% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 19.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 39.9%
49% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 26.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 6.5%
102% 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 5.1%
7% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 5.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 11.8%
77% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 6.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.7%
69% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 5.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.5%
15% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 17.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 33.9%
61% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 86.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 90.5%
In line with 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 24.4%
64% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 68.8%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.2%
44% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 41.9%
39% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 68.7%

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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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