BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Bethany Village Retirement Center has earned a Trust Grade of A+, indicating it is an elite facility in the top tier of care options. It ranks #8 out of 653 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, placing it well within the top 1% of facilities statewide, and is the best option out of 17 in Cumberland County. However, the facility's trend is concerning as the number of issues identified by inspectors has worsened from 2 in 2023 to 8 in 2024. Staffing is generally a strength with a 24% turnover rate, significantly lower than the state average, but the center has less RN coverage than 78% of facilities, which could limit the quality of care. Notably, recent inspector findings included issues such as residents not receiving proper monitoring for weight changes and being prescribed unnecessary psychotropic medications, which highlight some areas needing improvement despite the overall positive rating.
- Trust Score
- A+
- In Pennsylvania
- #8/653
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 24% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 24 points below Pennsylvania's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Pennsylvania facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 35 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Pennsylvania. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 10 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (24%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (24%)
24 points below Pennsylvania average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 10 deficiencies on record
Nov 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of policy review facility provided documents, facility policies and procedures, and interviews with staff and re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on completion of one meal test tray and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide food at appetizing temperatures at one of one meal tested.
Findings i...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, observations, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility policy review, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents were free of unnecessary psychotropic medications for ...
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Jan 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the assessment accurately reflects the resident's status for one of 20 residents reviewed (Re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on facility policy review, observations, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain oxygen equipment in a sanitary manner for one of 20 residents reviewed (Resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Garbage Disposal
(Tag F0814)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on facility policy review, observation, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that garbage and refuse was disposed of properly, and sanitary conditions were ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility policy reviews, observations, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to store food, beverages, and nutritional supplements in accordance with professional s...
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Jan 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, clinical record review, interview, and policy review, it was determined that the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resid...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, review of facility policy, and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to store/serve food, eating utensils, cups, and plastic ware in accordance with professional ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A+ (95/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Pennsylvania.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Pennsylvania facilities.
- • 24% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 24 points below Pennsylvania's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Bethany Village Retirement Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Pennsylvania, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Bethany Village Retirement Center Staffed?
CMS rates BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 24%, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Bethany Village Retirement Center?
State health inspectors documented 10 deficiencies at BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER during 2023 to 2024. These included: 10 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Bethany Village Retirement Center?
BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by ASBURY COMMUNITIES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 69 certified beds and approximately 66 residents (about 96% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in MECHANICSBURG, Pennsylvania.
How Does Bethany Village Retirement Center Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (24%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Bethany Village Retirement Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Bethany Village Retirement Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Bethany Village Retirement Center Stick Around?
Staff at BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 24%, the facility is 21 percentage points below the Pennsylvania average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 9%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.
Was Bethany Village Retirement Center Ever Fined?
BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Bethany Village Retirement Center on Any Federal Watch List?
BETHANY VILLAGE RETIREMENT CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.