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Total health inspections
5
Pennsylvania average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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Nursing Home in Pennsylvania
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.
Serenity at Lgar
Nursing Home in Pennsylvania
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.
Serenity at Lgar
SERENITY at LGAR is a personal care living community in Pittsburgh’s eastern suburbs. It offers compassionate memory care services in a peaceful, supportive environment with 24-hour care and engaging activities. The facility is dedicated to providing comfort, dignity, and enrichment for every resident.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
120
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
42.4%
Residents per day (avg)
53
Occupancy rate
42.4%
Residents per day (avg)
53
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
70% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
9 - 10 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$6.9M
Operating deficit
-$1.7M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$6.9M
Operating deficit
-$1.7M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.4M
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.
$5.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.6M
About this community
Facility TypePersonal Care Homes
StatusLicensed
CountyALLEGHENY
License Number456950
CMS Certification Number395873
Owner NameLGARPA CORP
Profit StatusNON-PROFIT
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
Residential Living
Rehabilitation
Respite
0
Total Daily Staff
0
Waking Staff
0
Residents Served
40
Capacity
0
Residents Served
Specific ProgramsRecuperation, Residential Living, Rehabilitation and Restoration, Respite
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.
1 visit/inspection
Results
1 with citations
0 without citations
Pennsylvania average: 4 complaint visits
Pennsylvania average: 8 inspections with citations
0 complaints
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
August 20, 2025
Original Licensing7 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Pennsylvania average: 63 citations
7 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: 0
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
10
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.
8 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 10 resulted from complaint investigations.
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
9 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 18, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 18, 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.
Oct 18, 2024
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Oct 18, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services minor citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Oct 26, 2023
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Oct 26, 2023
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Oct 26, 2023
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Oct 26, 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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Pennsylvania The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.
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Serenity at Lgar
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.
Turtle Creek
120
42.4%
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Staller, Mary
$6.8M
$3.4M
49.9%
395873
Abington Manor at Morgan Hill
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.
Easton
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Abode Care of Monroeville
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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).
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.
Monroeville
66
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Adult Living at Rosebrook
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.
Sarver
100
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Alexandria Manor II
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.
Bath
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
146
Employees
58
Contractors
88
Staff to resident ratio
2.70:1
39% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1
Avg staff/day
34
Average shift
7 hours
10% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
21,620
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
12
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
32
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
64
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
18.9%
4,080 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 39
Licensed Practical Nurse: 21
Qualified Social Worker: 9
Physical Therapy Assistant: 8
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Registered Nurse: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 25 | 39 | 64 | 10,171 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 21 | 32 | 4,091 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 1 | 12 | 2,493 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,021 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 672 | 68 | 75% | 6.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 671 | 82 | 90% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 490 | 63 | 69% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 423 | 60 | 66% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 419 | 67 | 74% | 6.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 8 | 8 | 252 | 54 | 59% | 4.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 9 | 9 | 244 | 60 | 66% | 3.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 231 | 58 | 64% | 4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 176 | 22 | 24% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 144 | 36 | 40% | 4 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 56 | 7 | 8% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 16 | 18% | 2.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 13 | 14% | 2.3 |
64 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
32 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Administrator
% of Days
71%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
75%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
90%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
69%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
66%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
74%
8 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
59%
9 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
66%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
64%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
24%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
40%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
8%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
18%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
54 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
6 residents (11.1%)
Medicaid
26 residents (48.1%)
Private pay or other
22 residents (40.7%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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.
9.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.9
10% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 11.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
21.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
21.8
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 22.2
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
16.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
16.6%
13% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 19.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
25.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
25.9%
22% 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
23.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.0%
14% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 26.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.1%
33% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.8%
68% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.3%
88% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.3%
51% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 6.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.0%
23% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 17.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
14% 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
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.3%
40% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.8%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.7%
139% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
75.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
75.0%
9% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.7%
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 Serenity at Lgar based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
42.4%
↓ 5.9pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1.7M
↓ ~$2.0M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5.0M
↑ ~$311.0K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-25.4%
↓ 29.5pp vs 2022
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