Total health inspections
2
Pennsylvania average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Fellowship Community
Assisted Living in Lehigh County
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Fellowship Community
Assisted Living in Lehigh County
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Overview of Fellowship Community
Meet new friends with the distinguished senior living community of Fellowship Community set in the peaceful Fellowship Drive, Whitehall, PA, that focuses on independent living. The community promotes a vibrant and friendly environment for seniors to live in comfort with its meticulously designed and spacious accommodations. Lead a meaningful life with a dedicated and highly skilled team that strives to help seniors in their daily activities.
Remain connected with your surroundings and enjoy a relaxing alone time with engaging activities and programs that highlight interests and strengths. Experience exquisite dining with delightful and healthy meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Fellowship Community strives to provide a haven for seniors to spend their golden years without worries.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 68th out of 168 homes in Pennsylvania.
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.
This home is ranked 68th out of 168 homes in Pennsylvania.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 24m per day
vs Pennsylvania avg
+6%
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
121
This home is often near full
That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.
Occupancy rate
95.1%
Avg. Length of Stay
100 days
Occupancy rate
95.1%
Avg. Length of Stay
100 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
50% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
24 days
Private pay
46% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$42.8M
Surplus of revenue
$788.7K
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$42.8M
Surplus of revenue
$788.7K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$16.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$25.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$42.0M
Walk Score: 4 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Rehabilitation Services
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
HousekeepingYes
Housekeeping
Maintenance Services
Workshop
Library
Country Store
Fellowship Park
Outdoor Activities
Pet-Friendly Campus
ActivitiesResidents can participate in various activities including Tai Chi, movie nights, and excursions.
Specific ProgramsPersonal Care, Skilled Nursing Care, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Fellowship Fit Club and Wellness Programs, Events, Dining
Food DescriptionDining services focus on nourishing meals that foster community and well-being, featuring diverse flavors and culinary traditions.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Fellowship Community
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
4
Pennsylvania average 31.3
Citations per inspection
2
Pennsylvania average 4.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 4 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
4 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 26, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 26, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 26, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 26, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jun 26, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jun 26, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Aug 12, 2022
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Aug 12, 2022
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.
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| Fellowship Community |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Whitehall (Fellowship Community) | 121 | Yes | 4 | - | 0 | 0 | 0% | 0 | - | - | 95.1% | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
247
Employees
172
Contractors
75
Staff to resident ratio
2.11:1
9% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1
Avg staff/day
86
Average shift
7.6 hours
0% compared with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
59,393
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
44
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
37
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
116
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
3.4%
2,039 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 41
Licensed Practical Nurse: 20
Registered Nurse: 11
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 75 | 41 | 116 | 27,610 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 33 | 11 | 44 | 9,647 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 20 | 37 | 6,723 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 15 | 0 | 15 | 5,107 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,924 | 74 | 81% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 952 | 74 | 81% | 7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 904 | 81 | 89% | 6.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 822 | 68 | 75% | 7.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 686 | 69 | 76% | 7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 679 | 69 | 76% | 5.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 542 | 64 | 70% | 7.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 479 | 63 | 69% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 465 | 62 | 68% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 61 | 67% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 446 | 60 | 66% | 7.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 400 | 53 | 58% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 54 | 8 | 9% | 6.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
116 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
44 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
37 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
15 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
10 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
81%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
81%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
89%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
75%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
76%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
76%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
70%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
68%
1 Respiratory Therapist
% of Days
67%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
66%
1 Administrator
% of Days
58%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
9%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
117
Medicare
13
11.1% of residents
Medicaid
36
30.8% of residents
Private pay or other
68
58.1% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, 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.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.9
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 11.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.5
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 22.2
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.4%
34% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 19.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.1%
52% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 21.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.9%
14% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 26.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.8%
18% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.9%
29% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.2%
34% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.5%
62% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 6.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.6%
72% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.1%
35% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 17.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
14% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 86.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.9%
5% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 93.5%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.3%
40% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.8%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
20% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.8%
21% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.7%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Fellowship Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
95.1%
↓ 0.4pp vs 2023
Net Income
$788.7K
↑ ~$121.0K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$20.5M
↑ ~$812.6K vs 2023
Profit Margin
1.9%
↑ 0.2pp vs 2023
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