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Assisted Living Home

Fellowship Community

Assisted Living Home

Fellowship Community

3000 Fellowship Dr, Whitehall, PA 18052 View map
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.

(610) 799-3000

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.
5/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
4/5
Pennsylvania average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
5/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
4/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 24m per day

This home provides 6% more nursing time per resident than the Pennsylvania average.

Pennsylvania average: 4h 9m per day

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.

Higher demand than most homes in Pennsylvania
Occupancy rate 95.1%
Residents per day (avg) 114
Occupancy rate
95.1%
Residents per day (avg)
114

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

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

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

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
$42,806,564.00
Surplus of revenue
$788,681.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$16.5M
38.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$25.5M
Total costs $42.0M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 4 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Safety & Compliance

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing

Additional Policies & Features

Housekeeping: Yes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Maintenance Services
Workshop
Library
Country Store
Fellowship Park
Outdoor Activities
Pet-Friendly Campus

Programs & Activities

Activities
Residents can participate in various activities including Tai Chi, movie nights, and excursions.
Specific Programs
Independent Living, Personal Care, Skilled Nursing Care, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Memory Care, Fellowship Fit Club and Wellness Programs, Events, Dining

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Dining services focus on nourishing meals that foster community and well-being, featuring diverse flavors and culinary traditions.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Fellowship Community

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Skilled Nursing
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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 2

Pennsylvania average 6.7


Last Health inspection on Jun 2025

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 More info 0
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Pennsylvania average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Pennsylvania average: 0.6

4 moderate citations More info Pennsylvania average: 29.5

0 minor citations More info Pennsylvania average: 0.8
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info 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 Info 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 Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Aug 12, 2022
Corrected

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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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Easton
130
No
44
1 Bed / 2 Bed
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
121
Yes
4
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living
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.

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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Allentown (Rittersville)
111
No
56
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home
AL

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Stroudsburg
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No
0
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Legacy Place Cottages
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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Allentown
48
No
65
Studio / Suite

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Address 4.6 miles from city center

Address 3000 Fellowship Dr, Whitehall, PA 18052

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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 average

Pennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1

Avg staff/day 86
Average shift 7.6 hours
0% compared with Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania 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 Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 37
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 116
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

This 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 Assistant754111627,61091100%7.7
Registered Nurse3311449,64791100%7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse1720376,72391100%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff150155,10791100%7.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist100102,9247481%7.7
Physical Therapy Assistant4049527481%7
Speech Language Pathologist3039048189%6.7
Mental Health Service Worker2028226875%7.6
RN Director of Nursing2026866976%7
Respiratory Therapy Technician3036796976%5.6
Physical Therapy Aide3035426470%7.1
Dietitian1014796369%7.6
Nurse Practitioner1014766470%7.4
Occupational Therapy Aide0114656268%7.5
Respiratory Therapist1014566167%7.5
Qualified Social Worker1014466066%7.4
Administrator1014005358%7.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0115489%6.8
Medical Director0112433%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 census
117 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
13 residents (11.1%)
Medicaid
36 residents (30.8%)
Private pay or other
68 residents (58.1%)
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.

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. 10.9
In line with 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. 22.5
In line with 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 12.4%
34% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 19.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 32.1%
52% 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 22.9%
14% 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 3.8%
18% 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 3.9%
29% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 5.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.2%
34% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.5%
62% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 6.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.6%
72% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 5.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 23.1%
35% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 17.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.1%
14% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 86.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.9%
5% better than 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 96.3%
40% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 68.8%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.2%
20% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 82.8%
21% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 68.7%

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

PA Medicaid CHC

Age 65+ or disabled, Pennsylvania resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Managed care model; high urban demand (e.g., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh).

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

PA OPTIONS

Age 60+, Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies by region).

$8,000 (individual).

Cost-sharing required above certain income; rural/urban balance.

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)

Age 55+, PA resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with LIFE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

16 providers in 25 counties (e.g., Allegheny, Luzerne); LIFE branding unique to PA.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, PA resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Pennsylvania LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, PA resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Cash grants and crisis aid; serves ~600,000 households annually.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; PA resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

No strict cap; reimbursements up to $600/month if care recipient income < ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed; need-based.

High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Pennsylvania SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, PA resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, PA resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Age 65+, PA resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).

~$45,000/year (individual or couple, excludes half of Social Security).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Rebates up to $1,000; ~600,000 eligible annually.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Pennsylvania SFMNP

Age 60+, PA resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed.

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

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