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Bellingham at West Chester
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · West Chester, PA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Exterior view of Bellingham at West Chester facility Bright interior common area with seating and art

Bellingham at West Chester

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · West Chester, PA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
1615 East Boot Road, West Chester, PA 19380 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Bellingham at West Chester

Owned by Watermark Bre Investments, Bellingham at West Chester is a post-acute rehabilitation and nursing community at 1615 East Boot Road in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Found in a highly walkable area with a Walk Score of 98, the home operating under Lcs Bellingham Tenant Llc is close to nearby hospitals and medical services, convenient for residents and visiting families. The community caters to those recuperating from surgery or hospitalization, focusing on short-term rehabilitation and reflecting an average stay length of 32 days. The 80-bed home currently operates at a 70 percent occupancy rate.

Total nursing care averages 3 hours 43 minutes per resident day, providing consistent hands-on support alongside registered nurses and licensed practical nursing presence. Bellingham at West Chester accepts Medicare and private pay, creating ways for residents with different insurance coverage. Everyday life is supported by restaurant-style dining featuring chef-prepared meals, which many occupants find more engaging than typical facility food service. The community offers respite care and short-term stay choices for families seeking momentary placement during transition periods. Activities and programming highlight continued learning, physical fitness, and social connection, anchored by on-site amenities including a pool, exercise classes, a living room for gatherings, and a beauty and barber shop. Laundry services reduce the load on residents and families managing personal clothing needs. Operating for two years, the facility is relatively new to the community.

Since opening, the home has undergone state inspections that have marked administrative and operational areas for attention. These include staff training and certification, and documentation completeness. Such areas are worth asking about during a tour to learn how the facility manages ongoing improvements.

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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.
▲ 33.5% Above PA avg. ▲ 33.5% Above PA avg.PA average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 7.2% Above PA avg. ▲ 7.2% Above PA avg.PA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 11.5% Below PA avg. ▼ 11.5% Below PA avg.PA average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 47.3% Above PA avg. ▲ 47.3% Above PA avg.PA average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Pennsylvania state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 143rd out of 181 homes in Pennsylvania for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 43m per day
Rank #143 / 181Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 143rd out of 181 homes in Pennsylvania for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Pennsylvania average, with a ranking across 181 Pennsylvania facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Pennsylvania avg (4h 9m per day)
vs Pennsylvania avg
-10%

2 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Weekend RN is +72% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 1h 18m per day ▲ 68% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 45m per day ▼ 18% State avg: 54m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 3m per day ▼ 7% State avg: 2h 12m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 51m per day ▲ 9% State avg: 3h 32m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 9m per day ▲ 47% State avg: 6m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 56m per day ▲ 72% State avg: 33m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
32 days
Bed community size
80-bed community Rank #292 / 553Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 292nd out of 553 homes in Pennsylvania for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Pennsylvania facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 98 / 100 Rank #2 / 667Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 667 homes in Pennsylvania for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Pennsylvania facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
70%
Rank #262 / 507Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 262nd out of 507 homes in Pennsylvania for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Pennsylvania average, with its Statewide rank out of 507. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%
Occupied beds
56 / 80
Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes
IssuanceMay 30, 2026
ExpirationMay 30, 2027
CountyChester
License LevelFULL
License Number151990
CMS Certification Number396082

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bellingham at West Chester is legally operated by Lcs Bellingham Tenant LLC.

Owner NameLcs Bellingham Tenant LLC
Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's
24 units
Total beds
80 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Additional Services

2 services
Personal Care
Short-Term Stays

State Inspection Report (PA)

May 30, 2025
73 Total Daily Staff PA avg: 76.9 Rank #174 / 356 Total Daily Staff — State benchmarked This home is ranked 174th out of 356 homes in Pennsylvania for total daily staff. Shows this facility's total daily staff compared to the Pennsylvania average among 356 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.
55 Waking Staff
0 Resident Support Staff
51 Residents Served
5 Current Residents

Secured Dementia Care Unit (PA)

Memory Care Unit
24 Capacity
12 Residents Served

Resident Conditions (PA)

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

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Fitness Center
Laundry
Swimming Pool
Dining
ActivitiesEngaging programming focuses on continued learning, physical fitness, and social connections

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 218 citations 8 complaints 15 inspections 1 waiver
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Pennsylvania state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Pennsylvania nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

21 points below the Pennsylvania average for nursing homes (83/100)

Rank #437 / 460 in Pennsylvania Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 437th out of 460 homes in Pennsylvania for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Pennsylvania average among 460 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. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 62 out of 100. Letter grade D-. 21 points below the Pennsylvania average for nursing homes (83/100)

Waivers Info 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.
    1
    vs 0.9 avg
    ↑ 11% higher than PA avg
Data reflects the most recent 5 years (since 2021).

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 6 Worse Metrics worse than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (246% above)
• Citations per inspection (154% above)
• Inspections with citations (50% above)
• Inspection citation rate (10% above)
• Total complaints (100% above)
• Complaints per year (100% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityPA Averagevs. PA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 21863 This facility has 246% more total citations than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (218 vs. PA avg 63).↑ 246% worse Rank #455 / 478 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 455th 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 inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 14.55.7 This facility has 154% more citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (14.5 vs. PA avg 5.7).↑ 154% worse Rank #456 / 478 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 456th 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityPA Averagevs. PA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1511 This facility has had 36% more total inspections than the Pennsylvania average (15 vs. PA avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 36% more
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 128 This facility has 50% more inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (12 vs. PA avg 8).↑ 50% worse
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 80%73% This facility has 7 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (80% vs. PA avg 73%).↑ 7% worse Rank #365 / 478 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 365th 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 Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityPA Averagevs. PA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 84 This facility has 100% more total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (8 vs. PA avg 4).↑ 100% worse Rank #297 / 478 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 297th 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 Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 1.60.8 This facility has 100% more complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (1.6 vs. PA avg 0.8).↑ 100% worse

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

  • The most recent inspection on May 1, 2025 found 10 deficiencies including missing contract signatures, lack of CPR-certified staff on some shifts, and bedside mobility device issues.
  • A March 19, 2025 complaint investigation found no deficiencies or substantiated complaints, showing no confirmed issues at that time.
  • The July 22, 2024 renewal inspection cited 32 deficiencies involving staff training, medication errors, fire safety violations, and incomplete resident support plans and contract signatures.
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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2023
Total health inspections 4

Pennsylvania average 6.7

Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations
24 Rank #110 / 179Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 110th out of 179 homes in Pennsylvania for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Pennsylvania State average, with a ranking across all 179 PA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Pennsylvania average 31.3

Citations per inspection
6 Rank #149 / 179Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th out of 179 homes in Pennsylvania for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Pennsylvania mean across 179 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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
0
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.3

Serious health citations
0
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.6

0 critical citations Pennsylvania average: 0.3
0 serious citations Pennsylvania average: 0.6
24 moderate citations Pennsylvania average: 29.5
0 minor citations Pennsylvania average: 0.8
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation May 16, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation May 16, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation May 16, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation May 16, 2025
Corrected

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 115
Employees 93
Contractors 22
Staff to resident ratio 1.98 : 1
8% more staff per resident than Pennsylvania average
Pennsylvania average ratio: 1.83 : 1 Pennsylvania average ratio: 1.83 : 1See full Pennsylvania ranking
Avg staff/day 41
Average shift 7.8 hours
0% compared with Pennsylvania average
Pennsylvania average: 7.8 hours Pennsylvania average shift: 7.8 hoursSee full Pennsylvania ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 29,398

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info 21 total: 17 full-time employees and 4 contractors. 21
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 22 total: 20 full-time employees and 2 contractors. 22
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 39 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 39
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

14.5%

4,275 contractor hours this quarter

Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Registered Nurse: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Licensed Practical Nurse: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant3903911,14192100%8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse202224,03692100%7.6
Registered Nurse174213,58192100%7.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist91103,03592100%7.3
Physical Therapy Aide0331,3546874%7.6
Other Dietary Services Staff3031,1099199%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist0228826773%7.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0337957379%7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0667947582%6.5
Administrator1014886166%8
Dental Services Staff1014687278%6.5
Dietitian1014566166%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014556166%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1014235560%7.7
Qualified Social Worker0113836368%6.1
39 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
22 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
21 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
10 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 100%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 74%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 99%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 79%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 82%
1 Administrator
% of Days 66%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 78%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 66%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 60%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 68%
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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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

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

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 58
Medicare
29
50% of residents
Private pay or other
29
50% of residents
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.

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$9.3M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$40.8K
For-profit Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$9.3M Rank #166 / 183Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 166th out of 183 homes in Pennsylvania for revenue. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Pennsylvania average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$40.8K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$40.8K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #165 / 183Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 165th out of 183 homes in Pennsylvania for payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Pennsylvania average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$4.2M 45.8% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #68 / 183Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 183 homes in Pennsylvania for payroll %. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Pennsylvania average. Well-run Pennsylvania facilities typically land around 53–62% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$5.1M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$9.3M
How we calculate these figures

This home is owned by Watermark Bre Investments, LLC

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 396082

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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.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (51% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 14 days.

Admissions
630 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 51%
Private pay 49%
Discharges
553 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 47%
Private pay 53%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

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Hickory House Nursing Home
IL
NH
SNF
Honey Brook
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 94
Rank #164 / 553
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
PA AVG 68.1
Rank #49 / 507
+34%
3.97
Facility 3.97
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #110 / 181
 -52%-4%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
-
13
Facility 13
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #75 / 179
3.3
Facility 3.3
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #77 / 179
-100-
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 46
Rank #567 / 667
Timothy Bonjo
$13.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #97 / 183
$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #104 / 183
53.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 40%
Rank #125 / 183
395436
St. Martha Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare
IL
NH
AL
Downingtown (Manor Avenue)
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 94
Rank #126 / 553
93.1%
Facility 93.1%
PA AVG 68.1
Rank #40 / 507
+37%
3.08
Facility 3.08
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #178 / 181
 -67%-26%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
-
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #84 / 179
3.0
Facility 3.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #61 / 179
-112-
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 46
Rank #425 / 667
Rohan Blackwood
$20.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $20.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #95 / 183
$9.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #88 / 183
47.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 47.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 40%
Rank #94 / 183
395815
Bellingham at West Chester
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
West Chester
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 94
Rank #292 / 553
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
PA AVG 68.1
Rank #262 / 507
+3%
3.72
Facility 3.72
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #143 / 181
 +53%-10%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
62
Facility 62
PA AVG 83
Rank #437 / 460
24
Facility 24
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #110 / 179
6.0
Facility 6.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #149 / 179
-56A
98
Facility 98
PA AVG 46
Rank #2 / 667
Watermark Bre Investments, LLC
$9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #166 / 183
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #165 / 183
45.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 40%
Rank #68 / 183
396082
Exton Post Acute
IL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Exton
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 94
Rank #126 / 553
67.8%
Facility 67.8%
PA AVG 68.1
Rank #281 / 507
0%
3.64
Facility 3.64
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #150 / 181
 +66%-12%
$140.1k
Facility $140.1k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #179 / 184
-
29
Facility 29
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #123 / 179
3.2
Facility 3.2
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #73 / 179
681-
39
Facility 39
PA AVG 46
Rank #387 / 667
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$19.3M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility $19.3M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #56 / 183
$9.4M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility $9.4M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #94 / 183
48.4%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility 48.4%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
PA AVG 40%
Rank #162 / 183
396144
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Pennsylvania

Bellingham at West Chester is located in WEST CHESTER, Pennsylvania.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Pennsylvania.

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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).
PA

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
PA

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.
PA

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).
PA

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.
PA

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
PA

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.
PA

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.
PA

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bellingham at West Chester

Who is the owner of Bellingham at West Chester?

Bellingham at West Chester is legally operated by Lcs Bellingham Tenant LLC.

Is Bellingham at West Chester in a walkable area?

Bellingham at West Chester has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of Bellingham at West Chester?

According to PA state health department records, Bellingham at West Chester's license number is 151990.

When does Bellingham at West Chester's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Bellingham at West Chester's license expires on May 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Bellingham at West Chester?

Bellingham at West Chester's occupancy is 70%.

How long has Bellingham at West Chester been in business?

Bellingham at West Chester has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Bellingham at West Chester?

No, Bellingham at West Chester has a no-pet policy.

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