Occupancy rate
35%
In line with Pennsylvania averageMix of rehab and long-term care
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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.
Luther Crest Retirement Community
Nursing Home in Allentown
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.
Luther Crest Retirement Community
Luther Crest is a retirement community located in Alexandria, MN. It offers a variety of programs and services including summer camps, retreats, and faith formation activities. The community is dedicated to inspiring faith, stewardship, and community in God's creation.
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
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
71
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
35.2%
Residents per day
25
Occupancy rate
35.2%
Residents per day
25
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
48% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
19 days
Private pay
50% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 years
Medicaid
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
11 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$34.7M
Surplus of revenue
$2.5M
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$34.7M
Surplus of revenue
$2.5M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.1M
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.
$28.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$32.2M
71-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Pennsylvania averageOccupied beds
25 / 71
Average residents
103 per day
Facility TypePersonal Care Homes
StatusLicensed
CountyLEHIGH
License Number216290
CMS Certification Number395591
Owner NameLUTHERAN SENIOR SERVICES EAST
Profit StatusNON-PROFIT
37
Total Daily Staff
28
Waking Staff
0
Resident Support Staff
25
Residents Served
13
Capacity
11
Residents Served
Specific ProgramsCamps, Summer Camp Schedule, Elementary (K-6), Middle School (6-9), Senior High (9-12), Family & All People Camps, Women’s Week, Super Campers, Off-Site Day Camps, Camp Magi, Programmed Retreats, Events, Membership, Center Membership
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.
13 visits/inspections
Results
6 with citations
0 without citations
Pennsylvania average: 4 complaint visits
Pennsylvania average: 8 inspections with citations
Show Inspection Reports
1 complaint
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Pennsylvania average: 4 complaints
Latest inspection
Date
July 16, 2025
Other20 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Pennsylvania average: 63 citations
33 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Pennsylvania average: 59 deficiencies
1
enforcement action
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety, or regulatory standards.
Waivers: 1
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Pennsylvania average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Total health citations
8
Pennsylvania average 31.3
Citations per inspection
2.67
Pennsylvania average 4.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 8 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
5 moderate citations
3 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 05, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 05, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jun 05, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jun 05, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services minor citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Jul 11, 2024
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Jul 11, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 11, 2024
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jul 11, 2024
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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Luther Crest Retirement 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.
Allentown
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Abode Care of Allentown
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).
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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.
Allentown
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Abode Care of Allentown
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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).
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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.
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Above All Senior Living Care LLC
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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).
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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.
Allentown
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Above All Senior Living Care LLC
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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).
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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.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
105
Employees
55
Contractors
50
Staff to resident ratio
2.10:1
8% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1
Avg staff/day
35
Average shift
8.1 hours
0% compared with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
25,733
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
16
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
19
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
40
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
25.6%
6,582 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 15
Licensed Practical Nurse: 11
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6
Speech Language Pathologist: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Registered Nurse: 3
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 25 | 15 | 40 | 11,107 | 91 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 11 | 19 | 3,243 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 3 | 16 | 3,232 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,803 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,300 | 70 | 77% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 910 | 72 | 79% | 7.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 856 | 66 | 73% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 698 | 64 | 70% | 7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 492 | 62 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 483 | 61 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 447 | 59 | 65% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 164 | 24 | 26% | 6.8 |
40 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
19 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
16 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
100%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
77%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
79%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
73%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
70%
1 Administrator
% of Days
68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
67%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
65%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
26%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
50 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (14%)
Medicaid
15 residents (30%)
Private pay or other
28 residents (56%)
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.
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.
14.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
14.1
29% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 11.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
30.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
30.5
37% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 22.2
Long-stay resident measures
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
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.0%
11% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 19.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
38.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
38.8%
84% 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
35.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
35.8%
34% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 26.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.4%
100% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.6%
35% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
59% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.9%
26% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 6.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.3%
58% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.6%
62% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 17.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.0%
9% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 86.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
7% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 93.5%
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.1%
43% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.8%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.2%
88% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.2%
40% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.7%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
24.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
24.8%
7% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 23.1%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
12.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
12.0%
22% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 9.8%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.7%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.7%
5% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
74.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
74.8%
39% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
67.4%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
67.4%
33% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 50.6%
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 Luther Crest Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
85.8%
↑ 0.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
$2.5M
↑ ~$1.7M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7.4M
↓ ~$74.0K vs 2022
Profit Margin
13.6%
↑ 9.2pp vs 2022
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