Nursing Homes in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania
Hollidaysburg has 4 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 545 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Pennsylvania's state average of 3.0 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
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Total Beds
545
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
1 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
52 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
3
exceed staffing threshold
75% of facilities
Zero Fines
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Top Rated in Hollidaysburg
Hollidaysburg Veterans Home
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Hollidaysburg Veterans Home
★★★★★ · 60/100 · 257 beds
Presbyterian Homes-presby
★★★★★ · 51/100 · 67 beds
Garvey Manor
★★★★★ · 40/100 · 132 beds
Lutheran Home At Hollidaysburg
★★★★★ · 30/100 · 89 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Hollidaysburg
When it comes to nursing home care in Hollidaysburg, PA, the options are concerning. The standout is **Hollidaysburg Veterans Home**, which, despite some positive aspects, still faces challenges with abuse citations. Overall, families should be cautious as the market lacks clearly recommended facilities, with most options presenting significant issues.
If you're exploring places to visit, consider **Garvey Manor** for its relatively well-staffed environment, though it holds a troubling **Grade D** rating. Alternatively, **Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg** has a clean record in terms of staffing but comes with a staggering **$114K in fines** and a **Grade F** rating. Families seeking better alternatives may want to look at nearby cities like Altoona, where more facilities may provide better care options.
On the flip side, definitely skip **Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg** due to its serious fines and poor grading. Additionally, avoid **Garvey Manor** because of its low grade, and don't consider **Hollidaysburg Veterans Home**, which has received abuse citations. When visiting any facility, always ask about their care practices and recent inspection results to get a clearer picture of the environment your loved one would be in.
Hollidaysburg at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 2 community-run facilities (non-profit)
- • 3 facilities have more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • 1 facility with abuse citations
What's Changing
- → 4 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Hollidaysburg is stable
Questions Hollidaysburg Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Hollidaysburg avg is 0.86 hrs (52 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 4 Hollidaysburg facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania
Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania's Blair County seat, has 4 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 545 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Hollidaysburg vs. Pennsylvania: Near State Average
Hollidaysburg nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Pennsylvania's statewide average of 3.00 stars.
0 of 4 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as 1 facility has significant concerns.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Hollidaysburg, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: Meeting Standards in Hollidaysburg
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Hollidaysburg facilities average 0.86 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Hollidaysburg resident receives approximately 52 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
3 Hollidaysburg facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Hollidaysburg has 2 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 2 of 4 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Pennsylvania cities for additional options. The following Pennsylvania cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Philadelphia — 47 facilities
- Pittsburgh — 26 facilities
- Erie — 14 facilities
- Lancaster — 10 facilities
- York — 10 facilities
- Scranton — 9 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania?
Hollidaysburg has 4 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 545 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Pennsylvania's state average of 3.0 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Hollidaysburg?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Hollidaysburg include:
- • Hollidaysburg Veterans Home — Grade C+, 60/100 Trust Score
- • Presbyterian Homes-presby — Grade C, 51/100 Trust Score
- • Garvey Manor — Grade D, 40/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Hollidaysburg nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Hollidaysburg as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Hollidaysburg Nursing Homes
Hollidaysburg offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.