Graystone Manor at Bellmeade

Q: Is Graystone Manor at Bellmeade in a walkable area?

Graystone Manor at Bellmeade has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: What is the license number of Graystone Manor at Bellmeade?

According to PA state health department records, Graystone Manor at Bellmeade's license number is 332220.

Q: When does Graystone Manor at Bellmeade's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Graystone Manor at Bellmeade's license expires on October 19, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Graystone Manor at Bellmeade?

Graystone Manor at Bellmeade's occupancy is 72%.

Q: Are pets allowed at Graystone Manor at Bellmeade?

Yes, Graystone Manor at Bellmeade allows residents to bring their pets.

Q: Does Graystone Manor at Bellmeade operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Graystone Manor at Bellmeade is registered as a for-profit in PA.

Overview of Graystone Manor at Bellmeade

Located on East Pleasant Valley Boulevard, Graystone Manor at Bellmeade is a personal care home in Altoona, Pennsylvania, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The community also provides 24-hour staffing within a 75-bed capacity, supporting older adults with varying levels of care needs. Furthermore, daily errands are available within walking distance, as it is set in a moderately walkable neighborhood.

The community currently operates at 72% occupancy, with 54 older adults in residence. With an activities director coordinating daily programming, the community highlights engagement, dining, and social interaction. Restaurant-style meals are also provided three times daily, while family involvement is encouraged as an important part of overall well-being.

Over the past five years, state inspections have identified medication management, resident assessments, and staff incident reporting procedures as areas requiring attention. These findings were addressed through corrective measures, and additional staff training has been implemented. Furthermore, the most recent inspection reported no deficiencies, indicating compliance with state regulations.

To better understand Graystone Manor at Bellmeade’s medication administration practices, resident safety procedures, incident reporting protocols, and staff training standards, families are encouraged to conduct an in-person visit and speak with the management.

Facility Direct Line (814) 942-2423 ccherry@graystonemanorbellmeade.com

75-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 57 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

72%

Lower than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%

Occupied beds

54 / 75

Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes

IssuanceOctober 19, 2025

ExpirationOctober 19, 2026

CountyBlair

License LevelFULL

License Number332220

Graystone Manor at Bellmeade is legally operated by Graystone Manor Bellmeade, LLC.

Owner NameGraystone Manor Bellmeade, LLC

Profit StatusFor-profit

Emergency SystemsYes

Rehabilitation Services

24-Hour Staffing

Activities

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 11 citations 1 complaint 9 inspections 0 waivers

Inspection Score

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

Waivers A higher number of waivers may indicate the facility relies on staff who don't fully meet standard credential requirements. A lower number may suggest the facility meets staffing qualification standards without exemptions.

This Facility PA Average vs. PA Avg

Waivers are Pennsylvania Department of Health exemptions that let a facility operate outside required staffing ratios or staff credential rules. A higher count can signal that the facility regularly relies on exceptions — for example, fewer nursing hours per resident or staff who don't fully meet qualification standards — which may affect day-to-day care.
0
vs 0.9 avg
↓ 100% fewer than PA avg

Data reflects the most recent 5 years (since 2021).

Inspection Scorecard 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

Latest Inspection October 16, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	11	63	This facility has 83% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (11 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 83% better Rank #57 / 478 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 57th 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 year Average citations per year since 2021.	2.2	12.6	This facility has 83% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (2.2 vs. PA avg 12.6).↓ 83% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.2	5.7	This facility has 79% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (1.2 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 79% better Rank #32 / 478 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 32nd 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 State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	9	11	This facility has had 18% fewer total inspections than the Pennsylvania average (9 vs. PA avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 18% fewer
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	3	8	This facility has 63% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (3 vs. PA avg 8).↓ 63% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	33%	73%	This facility has 40 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (33% vs. PA avg 73%).↓ 40% better Rank #27 / 478 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 27th 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 Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (1 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 75% better Rank #107 / 478 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 107th 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 Average complaints per year since 2021.	0.2	0.8	This facility has 75% fewer complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (0.2 vs. PA avg 0.8).↓ 75% better

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

October 16, 2025 complaint investigation found no deficiencies or regulatory citations.
July 17, 2025 partial inspection identified three deficiencies including physical abuse by staff and failure to report it immediately.
March 6, 2024 renewal inspection found four deficiencies in evacuation procedures, medication security, medication administration, and record confidentiality, all corrected by April 9, 2024.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

0.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Altoona's city center to Graystone Manor at Bellmeade's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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

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.

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).

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.

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

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.

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.

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

Benefits

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

Who is the owner of Graystone Manor at Bellmeade?

Graystone Manor at Bellmeade is legally operated by Graystone Manor Bellmeade, LLC.

Is Graystone Manor at Bellmeade in a walkable area?

Graystone Manor at Bellmeade has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Graystone Manor at Bellmeade?

According to PA state health department records, Graystone Manor at Bellmeade's license number is 332220.

When does Graystone Manor at Bellmeade's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Graystone Manor at Bellmeade's license expires on October 19, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Graystone Manor at Bellmeade?

Graystone Manor at Bellmeade's occupancy is 72%.

Are pets allowed at Graystone Manor at Bellmeade?

Yes, Graystone Manor at Bellmeade allows residents to bring their pets.

Does Graystone Manor at Bellmeade operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Graystone Manor at Bellmeade is registered as a for-profit in PA.

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