Occupancy rate
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In line with Pennsylvania averageMostly short-term rehab stays
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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.
The Hill at Whitemarsh
Assisted Living in Philadelphia
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.
The Hill at Whitemarsh
The Hill at Whitemarsh is a renowned retirement community in Lafayette Hill, PA, that offers a wide range of care options, ranging from assisted living to skilled nursing. Here, older adults can live actively and experience a laid-back lifestyle with its resort-like setting. The community also offers restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping, and 24/7 emergency response to meet residents’ needs. With its commitment to enriching residents’ living experiences, the community promotes holistic wellness through its high-quality services.
Cooking classes, art exhibits, and a variety of hobby clubs provide residents with opportunities to learn and interact with peers. The community also features a clubhouse, a poolhouse, and a gym, encouraging residents to utilize their state-of-the-art amenities for leisure and wellness. Set in a quiet residential area of Lafayette Hill, the community ensures residents can relax. This retirement community is one of the best choices for senior living in Pennsylvania, especially with its comprehensive care options and thoughtfully designed amenities.
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
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
38
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
65.8%
Residents per day
25
Occupancy rate
65.8%
Residents per day
25
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
63% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
20 days
Private pay
37% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$53.6M
Operating deficit
-$4.3M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$53.6M
Operating deficit
-$4.3M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$16.7M
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.
$41.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$57.8M
38-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 0 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Pennsylvania averageOccupied beds
25 / 38
Average residents
103 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living - Special Care
StatusLicensed
IssuanceNovember 10, 2025
ExpirationMarch 22, 2026
CountyMONTGOMERY
License Number139020
CMS Certification Number396113
AwardsNamed in America’s Best Nursing Homes in Newsweek 2025
The Hill at Whitemarsh is legally operated by Whitemarsh Continuing Care Retirement Community.
Profit StatusNON-PROFIT
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Enhanced Recovery
31
Total Daily Staff
23
Waking Staff
0
Resident Support Staff
25
Residents Served
14
Capacity
0
Residents Served
Specific ProgramsEnhanced Recovery, Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Memory Care
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Housing Options: Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed / 3 bed
Building Type: 3-story
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at The Hill at Whitemarsh
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Nursing Home
Respite Care
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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.
7 visits/inspections
1 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
Results
5 with citations
2 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
October 29, 2025
Plan Of Correction22 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Pennsylvania average: 63 citations
22 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 Feb 2024
Total health citations
6
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.
5 of 6 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 6 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
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
6 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Feb 14, 2024
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Feb 14, 2024
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Apr 21, 2023
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Apr 21, 2023
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Apr 21, 2023
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Apr 21, 2023
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jun 06, 2022
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jun 06, 2022
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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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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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
118
Employees
97
Contractors
21
Staff to resident ratio
2.74:1
41% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1
Avg staff/day
43
Average shift
8.1 hours
0% compared with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
31,847
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
26
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
11
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 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
49
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
11.3%
3,608 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7
Physical Therapy Assistant: 5
Certified Nursing Assistant: 4
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 45 | 4 | 49 | 13,547 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 26 | 0 | 26 | 6,422 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2,907 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,337 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,266 | 75 | 82% | 4.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,047 | 70 | 77% | 7.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 933 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 832 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 477 | 61 | 67% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 465 | 59 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 57 | 63% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 56 | 62% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 416 | 57 | 63% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 196 | 55 | 60% | 3.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 58 | 16 | 18% | 3.6 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 52 | 13 | 14% | 4 |
49 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
26 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
11 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
82%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
77%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
2 Administrator
% of Days
70%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
67%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
65%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
63%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
62%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
63%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
60%
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
43 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
11 residents (25.6%)
Private pay or other
32 residents (74.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
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.
19.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
19.0
73% 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.
37.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
37.0
66% worse than 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
30.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
30.2%
59% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 19.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
48.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
48.5%
130% 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
32.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
32.1%
20% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 26.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
80% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.8%
13% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.2%
30% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.9%
11% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 6.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.4%
75% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
18.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
18.4%
7% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 17.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.4%
10% 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
65.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
65.5%
5% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.8%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
77% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
58.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
58.4%
15% worse 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 The Hill at Whitemarsh based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
87.8%
↑ 4.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$4.3M
↑ ~$5.6M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$20.4M
↑ ~$1.5M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-34.7%
↑ 58.0pp vs 2022
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