Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (62% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 years.

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Kendal at Longwood is a 78-bed nursing home in Kennett Square, in the rolling farm country of Chester County, Pennsylvania. It accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families various routes to cover care. Operated by Kendal-Crosslands Communities, Inc, under owner Edward Plasha, the home typically runs at around 53 percent occupancy, averaging a stay length of 129 days. This reflects a blend of short-term rehabilitation and active nursing care stays.
The facility emphasizes skilled rehabilitation services, respite care, and long-term nursing support. With a doctor on staff and 24-hour staffing, the community supports residents through recovery and daily care needs. Overall, residents receive roughly 7 hours and 24 minutes of nursing care each day, denoting consistent access to clinical support and hands-on help with daily activities. The setting is notable for its breadth of amenities and lifestyle options that transcend typical nursing home offerings. Inside, the community features a full dining room and cafe, a library, art studios, a well-equipped fitness center with instructors, and an indoor pool. The grounds include an accredited arboretum, a certified wildlife habitat, 6 miles of walking trails, a fenced dog park, and courts for tennis and pickleball. There’s also a meditation room, computer lab, bank, gift shop, and community gardens. The location’s walkability rates 83 out of 100, so most errands can be handled on foot, and family visitors will find the surrounding area easy to navigate.
Health department state inspections have confirmed the home’s management responsiveness. Surprise monitoring visits have found no deficiencies, and renewal inspections have documented corrections to food protection and medical evaluation processes. This pattern portrays an active commitment to maintaining care standards.
Seeing the physical space firsthand and conversing with current residents and families can be especially beneficial for residents and families weighing a nursing home choice. Doing so helps them obtain a sense of daily life and the programming breadth that distinguishes one community from another.
Kendal at Longwood is legally operated by Kendal-crosslands Communities, Inc..
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.
Citations
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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Total citations
| 41 | 63 | This facility has 35% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (41 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 35% better Rank #256 / 482 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 256th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Citations per year
| 8.2 | 12.6 | This facility has 35% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (8.2 vs. PA avg 12.6).↓ 35% better |
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Citations per inspection
| 5.1 | 5.7 | This facility has 11% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (5.1 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 11% better Rank #328 / 482 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 328th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
Inspections
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 8 | 11 | This facility has 27% fewer total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (8 vs. PA avg 11).↓ 27% better |
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Inspections with citations
| 6 | 8 | This facility has 25% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (6 vs. PA avg 8).↓ 25% better |
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Inspection citation rate
| 75% | 73% | This facility has 2 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (75% vs. PA avg 73%).↑ 2% worse Rank #315 / 482 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 315th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (2 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 50% better Rank #110 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 110th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Complaints per year
| 0.4 | 0.8 | This facility has 50% fewer complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (0.4 vs. PA avg 0.8).↓ 50% better |
Pennsylvania average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Oct 2023
Pennsylvania average 31.3
Pennsylvania average 4.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 3 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Pennsylvania average: 0.3
Pennsylvania average: 0.6
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 31 | 0 | 31 | 8,186 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 0 | 28 | 4,133 | 92 | 100% | 7 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 2,561 | 92 | 100% | 6.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,301 | 87 | 95% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,029 | 63 | 68% | 6.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 976 | 66 | 72% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 437 | 55 | 60% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 391 | 50 | 54% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 377 | 48 | 52% | 7.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 246 | 56 | 61% | 4.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 155 | 43 | 47% | 3.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 149 | 59 | 64% | 1.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 73 | 46 | 50% | 1.6 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 71 | 21 | 23% | 3.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 23 | 25% | 0.8 |
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
38% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
62% of new residents, often for short stays.
Historical financial and operational data for Kendal at Longwood from 2012–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on the 2023 CMS SNF Cost Report.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (62% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 years.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
31.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kennett Square's city center to Kendal at Longwood's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Kendal at Longwood is located in KENNETT SQUARE, Pennsylvania.
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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.
| Lima Estates |
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. | Media | 60
Facility
60
PA AVG
94
Rank
#399 / 555 |
62.3%
Facility
62.3%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#333 / 514 | -21% | 4.54
Facility
4.54
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#77 / 203 | +122% | +10% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 206 | - | - | - | - | 5 | A+ |
24
Facility
24
PA AVG
46
Rank
#511 / 668 | - | $22.3M
Facility
$22.3M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#109 / 205 | $8.7M
Facility
$8.7M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#130 / 205 | 38.9%
Facility
38.9%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#162 / 205 | 395492 | ||||
| Kendal at Longwood |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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.
NC Nursing Care | Kennett Square | 78
Facility
78
PA AVG
94
Rank
#311 / 555 |
52.6%
Facility
52.6%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#419 / 514 | -33% | 7.40
Facility
7.40
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#4 / 203 | +42% | +78% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 206 | 90
Facility
90
PA AVG
83
Rank
#132 / 460 | 3
Facility
3
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#12 / 203 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#20 / 203 | - | 41 | - |
83
Facility
83
PA AVG
46
Rank
#66 / 668 | Edward Plasha | $30.8M
Facility
$30.8M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#62 / 205 | $16.6M
Facility
$16.6M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#37 / 205 | 53.8%
Facility
53.8%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#59 / 205 | 395307 | ||||
| Kirkland Village |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Bethlehem | 64
Facility
64
PA AVG
94
Rank
#383 / 555 |
46.9%
Facility
46.9%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#450 / 514 | -40% | 4.30
Facility
4.30
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#89 / 203 | +46% | +4% | $21.6k
Facility
$21.6k
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 206 | 84
Facility
84
PA AVG
83
Rank
#220 / 460 | 8
Facility
8
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#51 / 203 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#111 / 203 | - | 30 | A+ |
12
Facility
12
PA AVG
46
Rank
#591 / 668 | Presbyterian Homes, Inc. | $29.5M
Facility
$29.5M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#66 / 205 | $9.2M
Facility
$9.2M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#119 / 205 | 31.2%
Facility
31.2%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#190 / 205 | 395916 | ||||
| Freedom Village at Brandywine |
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Coatesville | 60
Facility
60
PA AVG
94
Rank
#399 / 555 |
90.9%
Facility
90.9%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#46 / 514 | +15% | 4.23
Facility
4.23
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#98 / 203 | +31% | +2% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 206 | - | 5
Facility
5
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#30 / 203 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#26 / 203 | - | 46 | A+ |
9
Facility
9
PA AVG
46
Rank
#603 / 668 | Danielle Geyer | $38.0M
Facility
$38.0M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#40 / 205 | $14.5M
Facility
$14.5M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#54 / 205 | 38.1%
Facility
38.1%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#167 / 205 | 396062 | ||||
| Barclay Friends |
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.
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | West Chester (North Franklin Street) | 103
Facility
103
PA AVG
94
Rank
#196 / 555 |
49.5%
Facility
49.5%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#434 / 514 | -37% | 4.70
Facility
4.70
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#61 / 203 | +12% | +13% | $9.4k
Facility
$9.4k
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#147 / 206 | 74
Facility
74
PA AVG
83
Rank
#348 / 460 | 1
Facility
1
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#1 / 203 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#1 / 203 | - | 61 | A+ |
35
Facility
35
PA AVG
46
Rank
#421 / 668 | Barclay Friends | $24.1M
Facility
$24.1M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#96 / 205 | $13.0M
Facility
$13.0M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#68 / 205 | 53.9%
Facility
53.9%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#56 / 205 | 395848 |
Kendal at Longwood is in the Kennett Square neighborhood of KENNETT SQUARE.
The legal owner and operator of Kendal at Longwood is Kendal-Crosslands Communities, Inc..
Kendal at Longwood has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to PA state health department records, Kendal at Longwood's license number is 185730.
According to PA state health department records, Kendal at Longwood's license expires on October 1, 2026.
Kendal at Longwood's occupancy is 53%.
Kendal at Longwood is registered as a non-profit in PA.
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