Elm Terrace Gardens
660 North Broad Street · Lansdale, PA · 19446 · 2153615600
72 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Friends Services for the Aging Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.66 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.20 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.25 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 38% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 17, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected June 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 1, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected July 5, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 1, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 5, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 1, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 5, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 1, 2023
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected July 5, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C June 1, 2023
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected July 5, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395507 · certified since June 26, 1981. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.