Occupancy rate
78%
Similar to the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%The 501
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Philadelphia, PA
The 501
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Philadelphia, PA
Overview of The 501
An upscale rental community in Amber, The 501 promotes independence in a centered assisted nursing. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care– its nursing home is most ideal to families who still want to be a few minutes away from their loved one. Its location is situated next to the Lindenwold Castle making the location a desired destination to visit. The upscale apartment is bagged as a luxury community because everything you need, The 501 has everything you require of.
As a luxurious senior living community, its apartment features are well-thought of: from the floor plans to the finishing details, the residential apartments are kept well-maintained to make seniors feel comfortable. Aside from its maintenance and housekeeping, its services that promote residents to stay active and move around allow for seniors to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The luxury apartment also houses a pool, movie room, and an art studio just to name a few.
118-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 37 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%Occupied beds
92 / 118
Average residents per home in Pennsylvania
103 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living - Special Care
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 13, 2025
ExpirationOctober 13, 2026
CountyMontgomery
License Number149260
The 501 is legally operated by Sblp Upper Dublin Opco Llc.
Profit StatusProfit
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
129
Total Daily Staff
97
Waking Staff
0
Resident Support Staff
92
Residents Served
4
Current Residents
42
Capacity
29
Residents Served
Specific ProgramsInteractive Site Map
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 582 - 1180 / 1232 - 1348 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 bed / 2 bed
Building Type: Apartment
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at The 501
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
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.
Since 2022 · 4 years of data
27 citations
2 complaints
5 inspections
4 waivers
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-
4vs 0.9 avg↑ 344% higher than PA avg
Data reflects the most recent 4 years (since 2022).
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.
Since 2022 vs. Pennsylvania state average
Overall vs. PA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Pennsylvania average:
• Inspection citation rate (10% above) 7 Better Metrics better than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (57% below)
• Citations per year (57% below)
• Citations per inspection (5% below)
• Total inspections (55% below)
• Inspections with citations (50% below)
• Total complaints (50% below)
• Complaints per year (50% below)
• Inspection citation rate (10% above) 7 Better Metrics better than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (57% below)
• Citations per year (57% below)
• Citations per inspection (5% below)
• Total inspections (55% below)
• Inspections with citations (50% below)
• Total complaints (50% below)
• Complaints per year (50% below)
Latest Inspection
May 12, 2025
Renewal
Citations
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 27 | 63 | This facility has 57% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (27 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 57% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2022.
| 6.8 | 15.8 | This facility has 57% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (6.8 vs. PA avg 15.8).↓ 57% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 5.4 | 5.7 | This facility has 5% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (5.4 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 5% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 5 | 11 | This facility has 55% fewer total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (5 vs. PA avg 11).↓ 55% better |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 4 | 8 | This facility has 50% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (4 vs. PA avg 8).↓ 50% better |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 80% | 73% | This facility has 7 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (80% vs. PA avg 73%).↑ 7% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (2 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2022.
| 0.5 | 1 | This facility has 50% fewer complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (0.5 vs. PA avg 1).↓ 50% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on May 12, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies including hot water temperatures exceeding 120°F in resident areas, lack of operable bedside lighting for a resident, unlabeled and undated leftover food in the kitchen, inaccurate fire drill evacuation records, incomplete medication records, and damaged medication blister packs. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of medication management and fire safety issues, as well as food storage and documentation deficiencies. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, and no enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. Prior plans of correction were accepted and implemented in a timely manner after each inspection. The facility’s record shows ongoing challenges with medication management, fire safety, and food handling, with no clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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18.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ambler's city center to The 501's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 5.09 miles to nearest hospital (Chestnut Hill Hospital)
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The 501 is located in Ambler, Pennsylvania.
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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.
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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. | Ambler (Willowmere) | 118 | Yes | 37 | Sblp Upper Dublin Opco LLC | 5 | 2 | 80% | 27 | 5.4 | Profit | 129 | 78.0% | 1 bed / 2 bed | - |
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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. | Haverford | 98 | Yes | 82 | Szr Haverford Al Opco LLC | 13 | 8 | 61.5% | 61 | 4.7 | Profit | 84 | 49.0% | 1 bed / 2 bed | A+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about The 501
What neighborhood is The 501 in?
The 501 is in the Willowmere neighborhood of Ambler.
Who is the owner of The 501?
The legal owner and operator of The 501 is Sblp Upper Dublin Opco Llc.
Is The 501 in a walkable area?
The 501 has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of The 501?
According to PA state health department records, The 501's license number is 149260.
When does The 501's license expire?
According to PA state health department records, The 501's license expires on October 13, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at The 501?
The 501's occupancy is 78%.
How many beds does The 501 have?
The 501 has 118 beds.
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