Elm Terrace Gardens
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Lansdale, PA
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Elm Terrace Gardens

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Lansdale, 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.
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Overview of Elm Terrace Gardens

Make the Most of Every Stage of Life at Elm Terrace Gardens

Elm Terrace Gardens, a not-for-profit senior living community in Lansdale, PA, offers a full continuum of care designed to meet residents’ needs today and in the future. Whether you are seeking the independence and convenience of maintenance-free living, the support of personal care, specialized memory care, short-term rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, or a respite stay, Elm Terrace provides compassionate services in a vibrant, community setting.

Residents enjoy the peace of mind that comes with 24-hour security, an emergency call system in every apartment, and access to comprehensive healthcare services right on campus. Our professional team is here to provide support when needed—so residents can focus on living life to the fullest.

Life at Elm Terrace also includes chef-prepared dining, housekeeping, transportation, and beautifully maintained grounds. With a full calendar of recreational activities, exercise programs, and opportunities for enrichment, residents have endless ways to stay active, engaged, and connected.

At Elm Terrace Gardens, residents and their families find comfort knowing that quality care and a supportive community are always close at hand.

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.
▲ 66.8% Above PA avg. ▲ 66.8% 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.
▲ 43.0% Above PA avg. ▲ 43.0% 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.
▲ 47.4% Above PA avg. ▲ 47.4% Above 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.
▼ 11.6% Below PA avg. ▼ 11.6% Below 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 65th 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.
4h 35m per day
Rank #65 / 181Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 65th 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%

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +130% 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 12m per day ▲ 54% 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. 37m per day ▼ 33% State avg: 55m 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 51m per day ▲ 29% State avg: 2h 12m per day · National avg: 2h 21m 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. 4h 15m per day ▲ 21% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m 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. 14m per day ▲ 130% 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. 54m per day ▲ 64% 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.
118 days
Bed community size
250-bed community Rank #9 / 553Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 68 / 100 Rank #153 / 667Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 153rd 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
30%
Rank #492 / 507Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 492nd 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
76 / 250
Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes
IssuanceJune 10, 2026
ExpirationJune 10, 2027
CountyMontgomery
License LevelFULL
License Number127830
CMS Certification Number395507

Ownership & Operating Entity

Elm Terrace Gardens is legally operated by Elm Terrace Gardens.

Profit StatusNonprofit

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's
24 units
Total beds
250 units

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

State Inspection Report (PA)

April 28, 2025
119 Total Daily Staff PA avg: 76.9 Rank #49 / 356 Total Daily Staff — State benchmarked This home is ranked 49th 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.
89 Waking Staff
0 Resident Support Staff
76 Residents Served
5 Current Residents

Secured Dementia Care Unit (PA)

Aspire
24 Capacity
21 Residents Served

Resident Conditions (PA)

Age 60+ 76 (100%)
Mobility Need 43 (57%)

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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 86 citations 6 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 nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

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

Rank #377 / 460 in Pennsylvania Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 377th 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: 70 out of 100. Letter grade C-. 13 points below the Pennsylvania average for nursing homes (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 5 Worse Metrics worse than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (37% above)
• Inspections with citations (63% above)
• Inspection citation rate (11% above)
• Total complaints (50% above)
• Complaints per year (50% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Pennsylvania average:
• Citations per inspection (5% below)

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. 8663 This facility has 37% more total citations than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (86 vs. PA avg 63).↑ 37% worse Rank #387 / 478 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 387th 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. 5.45.7 This facility has 5% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (5.4 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 5% better Rank #338 / 478 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 338th 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. 1611 This facility has had 45% more total inspections than the Pennsylvania average (16 vs. PA avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 45% more
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 138 This facility has 63% more inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (13 vs. PA avg 8).↑ 63% worse
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 81%73% This facility has 8 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (81% vs. PA avg 73%).↑ 8% worse Rank #385 / 478 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 385th 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. 64 This facility has 50% more total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (6 vs. PA avg 4).↑ 50% worse Rank #376 / 478 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 376th 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. 1.20.8 This facility has 50% more complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (1.2 vs. PA avg 0.8).↑ 50% 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 April 28, 2025 found one deficiency related to seven direct care staff lacking required educational qualifications, with a fully implemented corrective plan including terminations and conditional re-hire.
  • The February 10, 2025 follow-up inspection documented resident abuse causing injury and death, failure to report abuse immediately, and inadequate assistance with activities of daily living, despite submitted corrective plans.
  • The March 27, 2025 annual inspection cited three deficiencies involving undignified dining assistance, inaccurate MDS assessments, and unsanitary food service practices, with no complaints substantiated.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2023
Total health inspections 3

Pennsylvania average 6.7


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations
9 Rank #55 / 179Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th 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
3 Rank #61 / 179Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st 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.

All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.

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

8 moderate citations Pennsylvania average: 29.5

1 minor citation Pennsylvania average: 0.8
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Mar 27, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Mar 27, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Mar 27, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation May 17, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

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

Total staff 147
Employees 86
Contractors 61
Staff to resident ratio 2.33 : 1
27% 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 50
Average shift 8.3 hours
6% better than Pennsylvania average
Pennsylvania average: 7.8 hours Pennsylvania average shift: 7.8 hoursSee full Pennsylvania ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 38,174

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 22 total: 17 full-time employees and 5 contractors. 22
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 20 total: 11 full-time employees and 9 contractors. 20
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 62 total: 42 full-time employees and 20 contractors. 62
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 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

16%

6,126 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 20 Licensed Practical Nurse: 9 Speech Language Pathologist: 8 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7 Registered Nurse: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 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 Assistant42206216,98392100%8.8
Registered Nurse175226,19292100%9.1
Licensed Practical Nurse119203,64592100%10
Dietitian3031,4527480%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0771,3757480%7.6
Physical Therapist6061,2349199%4.4
Other Dietary Services Staff3031,1968289%8
Speech Language Pathologist0881,0206975%6.3
Physical Therapy Aide0441,0176975%7.6
Physical Therapy Assistant0339286874%7.7
Occupational Therapy Aide0115135762%9
Nurse Practitioner1014966267%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014886166%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014725964%8
Qualified Social Worker0224546368%7
Administrator1014535762%7.9
Medical Director0111922426%8
Occupational Therapy Assistant011641921%3.4
62 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
22 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
20 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
3 Dietitian
% of Days 80%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 80%
6 Physical Therapist
% of Days 99%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 89%
8 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 75%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 75%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 74%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 62%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 67%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 66%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 64%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 68%
1 Administrator
% of Days 62%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 26%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 21%

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. 23.1
110% worse 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. 40.9
84% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 22.2

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Pennsylvania avg: 3.7 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 41.4%
118% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 19.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 58.5%
177% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 21.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 22.6%
15% better 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 5.8%
82% 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 4.2%
24% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 5.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.8%
56% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.5%
17% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 6.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 5.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.8%
25% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 17.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 62.1%
29% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 86.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 84.6%
10% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 93.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.82
8% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.68

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.57
31% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.20

Short-stay resident measures
Average Pennsylvania avg: 3.2 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 23.3%
66% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 68.8%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.5%
6% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 39.4%
43% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 68.7%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 27.9%
21% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 23.1%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.2%
16% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 9.8%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.5%
100% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 43.4%
19% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 68.9%
36% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

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

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

49% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 63
Medicare
23
36.5% of residents
Medicaid
23
36.5% of residents
Private pay or other
17
27% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.

Nonprofit
Nonprofit 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."
$20.9M
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."
-$2.0M
Nonprofit Nonprofit 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."
$20.9M Rank #77 / 183Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th 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."
-$2.0M
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.
$1.3M
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 #80 / 183Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th 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.
$10.6M 50.7% 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 #99 / 183Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th 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).
$12.3M
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).
$22.9M

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bedroom / 2 Bedroom

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Beauty Salon & Barber Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping & Maintenance

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Recreational & Social Activities

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Wellness & Exercise Programs

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Parking Available

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 1 months.

Admissions
207 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 51%
Private pay 49%
Discharges
211 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 55%
Private pay 37%
Medicaid 7%

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Personal Care Administrator

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Gwynedd Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Lansdale (Sumneytown Pike)
181
Facility 181
PA AVG 94
Rank #26 / 553
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
PA AVG 68.1
Rank #21 / 507
+39%
4.09
Facility 4.09
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #101 / 181
-41%-1%
$24.1k
Facility $24.1k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #156 / 184
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17
Facility 17
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #93 / 179
3.4
Facility 3.4
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #82 / 179
1172-
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 46
Rank #610 / 667
Michelle Taylor
$22.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $22.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #85 / 183
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #71 / 183
44.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 40%
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395479
Elm Terrace Gardens
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Lansdale
250
Facility 250
PA AVG 94
Rank #9 / 553
30.4%
Facility 30.4%
PA AVG 68.1
Rank #492 / 507
-55%
4.58
Facility 4.58
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #65 / 181
+25%+10%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
70
Facility 70
PA AVG 83
Rank #377 / 460
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #55 / 179
3.0
Facility 3.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #61 / 179
-76-
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 46
Rank #153 / 667
James Burns
$20.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $20.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #77 / 183
$10.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #80 / 183
50.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 50.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 40%
Rank #99 / 183
395507
Ambler Extended Care Center
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HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Ambler (Rose Valley)
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 94
Rank #202 / 553
93.9%
Facility 93.9%
PA AVG 68.1
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3.46
Facility 3.46
PA AVG 4.15
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Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
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11
Facility 11
PA AVG 31.3
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2.8
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84
Facility 84
PA AVG 46
Rank #58 / 667
Cody Meenan
$11.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #148 / 183
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Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $6.7M
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58%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 58%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 40%
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Silver Stream Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
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HOS
RC
SNF
Spring House (Penllyn)
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 94
Rank #126 / 553
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
PA AVG 68.1
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+8%
4.02
Facility 4.02
PA AVG 4.15
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$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
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53
Facility 53
PA AVG 31.3
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Facility 5.9
PA AVG 4.4
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49
Facility 49
PA AVG 46
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Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
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$4.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $6.7M
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48.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 48.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 40%
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Montgomeryville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
SNF
Montgomeryville
155
Facility 155
PA AVG 94
Rank #45 / 553
34.8%
Facility 34.8%
PA AVG 68.1
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-49%
7.50
Facility 7.50
PA AVG 4.15
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+14%+81%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
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40
Facility 40
PA AVG 31.3
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3.3
Facility 3.3
PA AVG 4.4
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27
Facility 27
PA AVG 46
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$16.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $16.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
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39%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 39%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 40%
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Pennsylvania

Elm Terrace Gardens is located in Lansdale, 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 Elm Terrace Gardens

Is Elm Terrace Gardens in a walkable area?

Elm Terrace Gardens has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Elm Terrace Gardens?

According to PA state health department records, Elm Terrace Gardens's license number is 127830.

When does Elm Terrace Gardens's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Elm Terrace Gardens's license expires on June 10, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Elm Terrace Gardens?

Elm Terrace Gardens's occupancy is 30%.

Are pets allowed at Elm Terrace Gardens?

No, Elm Terrace Gardens has a no-pet policy.

Does Elm Terrace Gardens operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Elm Terrace Gardens is registered as a non-profit in PA.

How many beds does Elm Terrace Gardens have?

Elm Terrace Gardens has 250 beds.

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