Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Newtown, Pennsylvania
2 of 3 nursing homes in Newtown (67%) meet our strict criteria. The Pennsylvania statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
153
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$16,801 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Newtown, Pennsylvania, is adequate, with 67% of the three facilities recommended. Families should consider Chandler Hall Health Services, the top-rated facility, while being reassured that there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 CHANDLER HALL HEALTH SERVICES (93) — Chandler Hall Health Services stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a perfect CMS 5★ rating. This non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a warm environment, all without any fines. With 53 beds, it provides ample space for quality living.
- 2 Pickering Manor Home (90) — Pickering Manor Home excels with a Trust Score of 90/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes community involvement and offers a supportive atmosphere for its 47 residents, all while maintaining a clean record with zero fines.
The other 1 Newtown facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $16K.
Recommended
Chandler Hall Health Services stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a perfect CMS 5★ rating. This non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a warm environment, all without any fines. With 53 beds, it provides ample space for quality living.
Pickering Manor Home excels with a Trust Score of 90/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes community involvement and offers a supportive atmosphere for its 47 residents, all while maintaining a clean record with zero fines.
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 | Newtown Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $16,801
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Newtown 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?"
Newtown's city average is 4.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Newtown facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Newtown avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Newtown 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 Newtown, PA are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Newtown (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Newtown "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 Newtown?
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.