Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Carlisle, Pennsylvania
3 of 8 nursing homes in Carlisle (38%) meet our strict criteria. The Pennsylvania statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 4 avoid · data
City Average
2.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
972
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
4
4 Grade F
$301,520 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, is adequate but presents challenges, with 50% of facilities receiving significant fines totaling $301,520. Families should consider the top-rated Chapel Pointe at Carlisle while being cautious of the four facilities to avoid.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 CHAPEL POINTE AT CARLISLE (95) — Chapel Pointe at Carlisle stands out with a remarkable Trust Score of 95/100 and an excellent CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit, church-related facility, it emphasizes community-focused services, providing a nurturing environment in its 59-bed capacity.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 THORNWALD HOME (88) — Thornwald Home boasts a strong Trust Score of 88/100 and maintains a CMS 5★ rating with zero fines, making it a reliable choice for nursing care. This non-profit, church-related home offers a compassionate atmosphere with 83 beds, dedicated to serving the local community.
- 3 SARAH A TODD MEMORIAL HOME (83) — Sarah A Todd Memorial Home offers a solid Trust Score of 83/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, providing quality care in a 117-bed setting. As a non-profit corporation, it focuses on community engagement and ensures a supportive environment for its residents.
The other 5 Carlisle facilities didn't qualify — 4 carry Grade D or F ratings and 4 have fines totaling $301K.
Recommended
Chapel Pointe at Carlisle stands out with a remarkable Trust Score of 95/100 and an excellent CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit, church-related facility, it emphasizes community-focused services, providing a nurturing environment in its 59-bed capacity.
Thornwald Home boasts a strong Trust Score of 88/100 and maintains a CMS 5★ rating with zero fines, making it a reliable choice for nursing care. This non-profit, church-related home offers a compassionate atmosphere with 83 beds, dedicated to serving the local community.
Sarah A Todd Memorial Home offers a solid Trust Score of 83/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, providing quality care in a 117-bed setting. As a non-profit corporation, it focuses on community engagement and ensures a supportive environment for its residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Carlisle Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 5?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 4 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 4 Have fines totaling $301,520
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Carlisle Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Carlisle's city average is 2.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
4 of 8 Carlisle facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Carlisle avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Carlisle facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Carlisle, PA are recommended?
3 of 8 nursing homes in Carlisle (38%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Carlisle "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Carlisle?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.