Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
2 of 4 nursing homes in Mechanicsburg (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Pennsylvania statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
291
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$22,904 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, is adequate, with 4 facilities and 50% recommended for quality care. Families should note that while Bethany Village Retirement Center stands out with an A+ rating, there is one facility in the avoid tier due to significant fines totaling $14,886.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER (95) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and an A+ grade. As a non-profit organization, Bethany Village Retirement Center prioritizes community well-being, offering 69 beds of compassionate, patient-centered care without any fines, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 Vibra Rehabilitation Center (70) — Vibra Rehabilitation Center boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. With a focus on rehabilitation, this for-profit facility provides quality care in its 48 beds, maintaining a clean record with no fines, making it a reliable choice for recovery.
The other 2 Mechanicsburg facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $22K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and an A+ grade. As a non-profit organization, Bethany Village Retirement Center prioritizes community well-being, offering 69 beds of compassionate, patient-centered care without any fines, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for residents.
Vibra Rehabilitation Center boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. With a focus on rehabilitation, this for-profit facility provides quality care in its 48 beds, maintaining a clean record with no fines, making it a reliable choice for recovery.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Mechanicsburg Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $22,904
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Mechanicsburg 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?"
Mechanicsburg's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 4 Mechanicsburg facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Mechanicsburg avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg, PA are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Mechanicsburg (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Mechanicsburg "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 Mechanicsburg?
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.