QUARRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community has a Trust Grade of B+, which means it is recommended and performs above average compared to other facilities. It ranks #219 out of 653 in Pennsylvania, placing it in the top half of nursing homes in the state, and #19 out of 31 in Lancaster County, indicating only a few local options are better. However, the facility's trend is worsening, with issues increasing from 2 in 2024 to 10 in 2025. Staffing is a strength, with a 4/5 star rating and a turnover rate of 34%, which is below the state average, suggesting that staff are experienced and familiar with the residents. There have been no fines reported, which is a positive sign, but there are concerns, including failure to address resident complaints about food temperatures and flies, and issues with unnecessary psychotropic medications for some residents. Additionally, there was a problem with maintaining sanitary conditions in one of the ice machines, highlighting areas that need improvement alongside its strengths.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Pennsylvania
- #219/653
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 34% turnover. Near Pennsylvania's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Pennsylvania facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 50 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Pennsylvania. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
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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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (34%)
14 points below Pennsylvania average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
11pts below Pennsylvania avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 12 deficiencies on record
Aug 2025
10 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0552
(Tag F0552)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of clinical records, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to inform the resid...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of policies and personnel files, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to complete nurse aide registry verification for one of three new nurse aides r...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on a review of clinical records, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a resident's baseline care plan included information regarding the residen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on a review of facility policy and clinical records, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to develop an individualized care plan for two of 39 residents review...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of facility policies and clinical records, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a resident's care plan was updated/revised to reflect ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policies and clinical records, as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility fail...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of facility policies and clinical records, as well as staff and resident interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a toileting program was followed to maint...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0565
(Tag F0565)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of Resident Council meeting minutes and information provided to residents, as well as resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to act promptly upon the...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0605
(Tag F0605)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on a review of facility policies and clinical records as well as staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents medication regime was free from unnecessary...
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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 review of facility policies, as well as observations and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that ice was made and stored in sanitary ice machines for one o...
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Jul 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0661
(Tag F0661)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on a review of clinical records and interview with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a physician's discharge summary was completed prior to or at the time of discharge ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, clinical record reviews, and staff interviews, it was determined the facility failed to ensure Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP-infection control prevention designed to reduce ...
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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 B+ (80/100). 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.
- • 34% turnover. Below Pennsylvania's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns QUARRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered 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 Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community Staffed?
CMS rates QUARRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 34%, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community?
State health inspectors documented 12 deficiencies at QUARRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY during 2024 to 2025. These included: 12 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community?
QUARRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 130 certified beds and approximately 84 residents (about 65% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in QUARRYVILLE, Pennsylvania.
How Does Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, QUARRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (34%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community?
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 Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, QUARRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY 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 4-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 Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community Stick Around?
QUARRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY has a staff turnover rate of 34%, which is about average for Pennsylvania nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community Ever Fined?
QUARRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY 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 Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community on Any Federal Watch List?
QUARRYVILLE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY 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.