SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Souderton Mennonite Homes has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a high level of quality and care, which means it is highly recommended for families seeking nursing home options. It ranks #122 out of 653 facilities in Pennsylvania, placing it in the top half of nursing homes statewide, and #15 out of 58 in Montgomery County, suggesting only 14 local options are better. The facility is improving, with issues decreasing from four in 2024 to three in 2025, though it still has some concerns to address. Staffing is a strength with a perfect 5-star rating and a turnover rate of 32%, which is lower than the state average of 46%, meaning staff are more stable and familiar with the residents. Notably, there have been no fines recorded, and they provide more RN coverage than 88% of Pennsylvania facilities, which is crucial for catching health issues early. However, there are some weaknesses. Recent inspections found that the facility failed to follow a physician's orders for one resident's daily weight monitoring, which could lead to serious health risks. Additionally, another resident who required special dining equipment did not receive the necessary adaptive tools during meals, potentially impacting their nutrition. Lastly, there was a failure to implement bowel management protocols for another resident, which could lead to complications. Balancing these strengths and weaknesses is important for families considering Souderton Mennonite Homes for their loved ones.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Pennsylvania
- #122/653
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 32% 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 73 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Pennsylvania nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ○ Average
- 8 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent 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 (32%)
16 points below Pennsylvania average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
14pts below Pennsylvania avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 8 deficiencies on record
Mar 2025
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to implement physician's orders for one of 18 sampled residents. (Resident 24)
Findings include:
Clinic...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0810
(Tag F0810)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, observation, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that adaptive equipment was provided to one of two sampled residents who require...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility policy review, personnel file review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to complete a reference check and verify a professional license/registration sta...
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Apr 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to impl...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, and resident and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that cat...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to adequately monitor and asses...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0575
(Tag F0575)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to post pertinent names, addresses, and phone numbers of the Office of the State/County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program ...
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May 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the facility environment remained free of accident hazards in the shower room. (Spa 3665)
Findings include:
During multi...
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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 (90/100). 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.
- • 32% turnover. Below Pennsylvania's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Souderton Mennonite Homes's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES 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 Souderton Mennonite Homes Staffed?
CMS rates SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 32%, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Souderton Mennonite Homes?
State health inspectors documented 8 deficiencies at SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES during 2023 to 2025. These included: 6 with potential for harm and 2 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Souderton Mennonite Homes?
SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES 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 71 certified beds and approximately 69 residents (about 97% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in SOUDERTON, Pennsylvania.
How Does Souderton Mennonite Homes Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (32%) 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 Souderton Mennonite Homes?
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 Souderton Mennonite Homes Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES 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 Souderton Mennonite Homes Stick Around?
SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES has a staff turnover rate of 32%, 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 Souderton Mennonite Homes Ever Fined?
SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES 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 Souderton Mennonite Homes on Any Federal Watch List?
SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES 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.