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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Messiah Lifeways is a non-profit organization that offers a range of senior community services and residential living communities designed to embrace life to the fullest. With roots dating back to 1896, when Messiah Home was established in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, by the Brethren in Christ Church, an organization that has a longstanding commitment to providing compassionate care and support to older adults.
For those facing the challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia, Messiah Lifeways offers specialized memory care programs in Mechanicsburg, PA. These programs provide tailored assistance, including Nursing Care, Adult Day services, access to in-house physicians, and comprehensive psychological and behavioral health services. With a focus on nurturing a supportive environment, Messiah Lifeways ensures the well-being and dignity of each resident. Their dedicated team is committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with memory impairments, providing personalized care, and promoting a sense of belonging within the community.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 28th out of 167 homes in Pennsylvania.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 7m per day | ▲ 43% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 57m per day | ▲ 4% State avg: 55m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 3h 4m per day | ▲ 39% State avg: 2h 12m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 27m per day | ▲ 27% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 3m per day | ▼ 50% State avg: 6m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 46m per day | ▲ 39% State avg: 33m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
67% of new residents, often for short stays.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #16 / 169Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 169 homes in Pennsylvania.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Pennsylvania average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Similar to the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village is legally operated by Messiah Home 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.
The data displayed corresponds to the last 6 years.
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
1 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
7 with citations
2 without citations
Pennsylvania average: 4 complaint visits
Pennsylvania average: 8 inspections with citations
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
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Pennsylvania average: 63 citations
3.6 citations per inspection
Pennsylvania average: 5.7 citations per inspection
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Pennsylvania average: 59 deficiencies
A waiver is a formal permission granted by the PA Department of Human Services allowing a facility to deviate from a specific state regulation under defined conditions. Waivers are not penalties — they are approved exemptions, most commonly issued for staff qualification requirements. A higher number of waivers may indicate a facility relies on staff who don't fully meet standard credential requirements, which is worth noting but is common in facilities with diverse or foreign-educated workforces. Waivers are reviewed annually and can be revoked if conditions aren't met.
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.
Pennsylvania average: 0.9 waivers
The most recent inspection on August 28, 2025, identified deficiencies related to inaccurate resident assessments and infection prevention practices involving glucose meter disinfection. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies in resident care documentation, safety measures, medication management, and abuse reporting, with some substantiated complaints leading to staff suspensions and terminations. Inspectors cited issues such as failure to report abuse timely, medication errors, unsafe environmental conditions, and incomplete support plans. Complaint investigations included substantiated abuse and verbal mistreatment, with corrective actions and staff training implemented following these events. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with compliance, though some plans of correction were accepted and implemented, indicating efforts toward improvement.
Pennsylvania average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
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 5 citations resulted from standard inspections.
100% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.3
0
100% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.6
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Aug 28, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Aug 28, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Sep 07, 2023
Corrected
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Sep 07, 2023
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.
Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village is located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
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9.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Mechanicsburg's city center to Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 5.58 miles to nearest hospital (Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center)
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
22% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1
6% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 7.8 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
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.
Total hours from contractors
17,269 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 65 | 53 | 118 | 27,594 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 32 | 10 | 42 | 9,136 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 13 | 33 | 8,401 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,160 | 91 | 100% | 7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,775 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 8 | 8 | 1,667 | 73 | 80% | 6.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,652 | 86 | 95% | 4.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 755 | 76 | 84% | 5.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 672 | 60 | 66% | 8.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 577 | 65 | 71% | 7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 460 | 70 | 77% | 6.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 452 | 64 | 70% | 7.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 402 | 78 | 86% | 2.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 5 | 0 | 5 | 377 | 43 | 47% | 5.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 131 | 18 | 20% | 7.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 65 | 13 | 14% | 5 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
106Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
14.4
31% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 11.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
29.2
31% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 22.2
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.9%
15% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 19.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
38.1%
80% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 21.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.6%
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 26.7%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.5%
41% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 3.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.9%
11% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.6%
66% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.8%
58% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 6.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.5%
72% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
18.3%
7% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 17.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
14% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 86.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.7%
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 93.5%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.62
63% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.68
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.24
80% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.20
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.3%
39% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.8%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.0%
37% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
71.2%
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
16.1%
30% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 23.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
12.4%
27% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 9.8%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.7%
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
35.3%
34% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
66.2%
31% 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.
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
86% lower than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: $59K
52% fewer fines than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 2.1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.2
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Apr 23, 2024 · $8K
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 23, 2024Last updated: Jan 2026
| Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village |
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.
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.
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). | Mechanicsburg | 190 | No | 22 | Messiah Home Inc | 9 | 1 | 77.8% | 32 | 3.6 | Non-Profit | 144 | 78.4% | - |
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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). | Harrisburg | 190 | No | 33 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 94.1% | - |
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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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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.
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.
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). | Hummelstown (Old West Chocolate Avenue) | - | No | 34 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Historical financial and operational data for Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village is in the Mechanicsburg neighborhood of Mechanicsburg.
The legal owner and operator of Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village is Messiah Home Inc.
Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to PA state health department records, Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village's license number is 342910.
According to PA state health department records, Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village's license expires on November 3, 2026.
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Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village is registered as a non-profit in PA.
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