Smith’s Personal Care Home

Q: Who is the owner of Smith’s Personal Care Home?

The legal owner and operator of Smith’s Personal Care Home is Dolores L Smith Sharer.

Q: Is Smith’s Personal Care Home in a walkable area?

Smith’s Personal Care Home has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the license number of Smith’s Personal Care Home?

According to PA state health department records, Smith’s Personal Care Home's license number is 238782.

Q: When does Smith’s Personal Care Home's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Smith’s Personal Care Home's license expires on November 12, 2025.

Q: How many beds does Smith’s Personal Care Home have?

Smith’s Personal Care Home has 34 beds.

Q: Has Smith’s Personal Care Home had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Smith’s Personal Care Home has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.

Q: What is the address of Smith’s Personal Care Home?

Smith’s Personal Care Home is located at 47 FRONT STREET, P.O. BOX 65,.

Overview of Smith’s Personal Care Home

Smith's Personal Care Home is a senior care facility located in Wyalusing, PA. It offers 24-hour supervision, home cooking, and various activities for residents. The facility is licensed and provides transportation services.

(570) 746-3736 smithpch@frontier.com

34-bed community

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

Walk Score: 42 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes

StatusLicensed

IssuanceNovember 6, 2025

ExpirationNovember 12, 2025

CountyBradford

License Number238782

Owner NameDolores L Smith Sharer

Profit StatusProfit

Doctor on Staff

24-Hour Staffing

24-Hour Supervision

Home Cooking

Well-Balanced Meals

Transportation Services

Various Activities

ActivitiesVarious fun activities such as Bingo and karaoke are organized.

Specific ProgramsPersonal Care and Companionship, Request a FREE Consultation

Operating HoursMon - Sun: Open 24 Hours

Food DescriptionHome cooking and well-balanced meals are provided.

Inspection Score

Limited inspection history. Not enough information to score against the Pennsylvania benchmark.

Pennsylvania nursing homes benchmark: C+ 77/100

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 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

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.

Overall vs. PA average

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.	0	63	This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (0 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 100% better

Standout metricNo citations on file — the Pennsylvania average is 63.

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.	0	11	This facility has 100% fewer total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (0 vs. PA avg 11).↓ 100% better
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	0	8	This facility has 100% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (0 vs. PA avg 8).↓ 100% better

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.	0	4	This facility has 100% fewer total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania nursing home (0 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 100% better

0.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Wyalusing's city center to Smith’s Personal Care Home'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

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Who is the owner of Smith’s Personal Care Home?

The legal owner and operator of Smith’s Personal Care Home is Dolores L Smith Sharer.

Is Smith’s Personal Care Home in a walkable area?

Smith’s Personal Care Home has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Smith’s Personal Care Home?

According to PA state health department records, Smith’s Personal Care Home's license number is 238782.

When does Smith’s Personal Care Home's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Smith’s Personal Care Home's license expires on November 12, 2025.

How many beds does Smith’s Personal Care Home have?

Smith’s Personal Care Home has 34 beds.

Has Smith’s Personal Care Home had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Smith’s Personal Care Home has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.

What is the address of Smith’s Personal Care Home?

Smith’s Personal Care Home is located at 47 FRONT STREET, P.O. BOX 65,.

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