Overview of Columbia Cottage Wyomissing

Enjoy personalized, person-centered care and attention in Columbia Cottage Wyomissing, an award-winning senior living community in Berks County, Wyomissing, PA, offering premiere assisted living services. An energetic and compassionate care team is available to provide various assistance 24/7. The community’s ideal location provides easy access to shopping, restaurant options and excellent healthcare facilities, ensuring residents truly enjoy their daily life within and outside the community.

The community ensures its residents are always happy and engaged with a wide array of activities inspired by residents’ needs, interests, and skills. Residents can freely enjoy their favorite activities, learn new skills, or just relax in the company of others, fostering genuine and spontaneous engagements that they truly enjoy. Meal times at the community are to look forward to with high-quality, great-tasting, homemade meals that residents can enjoy with the company of others, nourishing both their bodies and connections.

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Bed community size
50-bed community Rank #442 / 555Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 442nd out of 555 homes in Pennsylvania for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Pennsylvania SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 39 / 100 Rank #388 / 668Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 388th out of 668 homes in Pennsylvania for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Pennsylvania SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
76%
Rank #200 / 514Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 200th out of 514 homes in Pennsylvania for occupancy rate. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Pennsylvania average, with its Statewide rank out of 514. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%
Occupied beds
38 / 50
Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMay 15, 2026
ExpirationMay 15, 2027
CountyBerks
License LevelFULL
License Number224640

Ownership & Operating Entity

Columbia Cottage Wyomissing is legally operated by Columbia Cottage Wyomissing Llc.

Profit StatusProfit

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 1:8

State Inspection Report (PA)

September 17, 2025
53 Total Daily Staff PA avg: 76.9 Rank #244 / 361 Total Daily Staff — State benchmarked This home is ranked 244th out of 361 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's total daily staff compared to the Pennsylvania average among 361 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
40 Waking Staff
0 Resident Support Staff
35 Residents Served
2 Current Residents

Resident Conditions (PA)

Age 60+ 25 (71%)
Mobility Need 18 (51%)
Mental Illness 1 (3%)

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining services include freshly prepared meals served in a communal setting. We offer breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, with a focus on providing nutritious and enjoyable options.

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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 29 citations 2 complaints 16 inspections 0 waivers
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 assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

10 points above the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection score: 93 out of 100. Letter grade A. 10 points above the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)

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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Pennsylvania average:
• Total inspections (45% above)
• Inspections with citations (38% above)
6 Better Metrics better than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (54% below)
• Citations per year (54% below)
• Citations per inspection (68% below)
• Inspection citation rate (5% below)
• Total complaints (50% below)
• Complaints per year (50% below)
Latest Inspection July 29, 2025 Follow Up

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. 2963 This facility has 54% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (29 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 54% better Rank #190 / 482 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 190th 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 Info Average citations per year since 2021. 5.812.6 This facility has 54% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (5.8 vs. PA avg 12.6).↓ 54% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.85.7 This facility has 68% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (1.8 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 68% better Rank #59 / 482 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 59th 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityPA Averagevs. PA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1611 This facility has 45% more total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (16 vs. PA avg 11).↑ 45% worse
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 118 This facility has 38% more inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (11 vs. PA avg 8).↑ 38% worse
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 69%73% This facility has 4 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (69% vs. PA avg 73%).↓ 4% better Rank #268 / 482 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 268th 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 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. 24 This facility has 50% fewer total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (2 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 50% better Rank #186 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 186th 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 Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 0.40.8 This facility has 50% fewer complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (0.4 vs. PA avg 0.8).↓ 50% better

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 July 29, 2025, found the facility in compliance with only one documentation deficiency corrected from prior visits.
  • The July 23, 2024 inspection found four serious deficiencies related to failure to immediately report and supervise alleged resident abuse, with substantiated complaints and staff termination.
  • Multiple inspections from 2021 through 2025 repeatedly cited food labeling, documentation errors, and insufficient overnight staffing, with plans of correction accepted and implemented.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Managed by Nicole Garzon

Regional Support Administrator

Over 15 years of experience

Nicole Garzon serves as the Regional Support Administrator, ensuring operational consistency across all Columbia Cottage locations. With over 15 years of experience working with the aging population, Nicole brings compassion, organization, and a deep understanding of resident needs to her role. A Wyomissing local and dedicated professional, she is committed to supporting both her team and the communities they serve.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Pennsylvania

Columbia Cottage Wyomissing is located in Wyomissing, 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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Cottage Wyomissing

What neighborhood is Columbia Cottage Wyomissing in?

Columbia Cottage Wyomissing is in the State Hill Road neighborhood of Wyomissing.

Is Columbia Cottage Wyomissing in a walkable area?

Columbia Cottage Wyomissing has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Columbia Cottage Wyomissing?

According to PA state health department records, Columbia Cottage Wyomissing's license number is 224640.

When does Columbia Cottage Wyomissing's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Columbia Cottage Wyomissing's license expires on May 15, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Columbia Cottage Wyomissing?

Columbia Cottage Wyomissing's occupancy is 76%.

How many beds does Columbia Cottage Wyomissing have?

Columbia Cottage Wyomissing has 50 beds.

Has Columbia Cottage Wyomissing had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Columbia Cottage Wyomissing has had 29 recently reported deficiencies.

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