Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab, a Jewish Senior Li
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (13 vs median 8.0)
Below average in PA · Below recommended RN staffing · Above recommended total nurse staffing · No penalties on record
What this means for your family
While the facility offers clean surroundings and specialized rehab services, the recent reports of long wait times for basic assistance and inconsistent management are concerning. We strongly recommend visiting during off-hours to observe staff responsiveness and speaking directly with current families about their experience with management communication.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
15 reviews on Google“Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab receives polarized feedback, with some visitors praising the facility's cleanliness and rehab resources, while family members report significant issues with management and responsiveness. Concerns frequently center on unprofessional staff behavior, long wait times for assistance, and inconsistent communication regarding resident care.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Professional and attentive nursing staff (noted by some)
- Comprehensive rehab and wellness programs
Concerns
- Slow response times to call lights and resident needs (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Poor management and inconsistent communication (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Unprofessional or rude staff behavior (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 16 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility rarely responds to reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the facility's focus on rehab and wellness, how do you integrate these programs into the daily routine for residents who are not in active therapy?
- 2I noticed the staffing rating is quite strong; how does your team ensure that call lights are answered promptly and that residents feel their needs are addressed in a timely manner?
- 3What is your standard process for keeping family members updated on changes in a resident's health or care plan, and who is the primary point of contact for these communications?
- 4With 13 recent health inspection deficiencies, what specific steps has the leadership team taken to address those findings and improve the overall quality of care?
- 5I see that you engage with feedback online; how do you use that input to foster a more professional and supportive environment among your staff?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is your protocol for stabilizing a resident and communicating with the family immediately?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The facility is exceptionally clean and well-maintained, which immediately put my mind at ease. The staff members were incredibly professional, friendly, and attentive.”
“Why would it take one hour and ten minutes to answer a call to use the rest room”
“However, overall, management is an utter disgrace. I had to call there approx 5 x's a week with one problem or another. This was extremely frustrating and took up a lot of my time.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility shows concerning patterns with families filing seven complaints leading to federal violations, including recurring pest control problems that appeared twice within two months. The most frequent issues involve quality of care, medication management, and resident rights, with problems spanning multiple surveys from 2024 through early 2026. While the facility has correction plans for all deficiencies, the persistence of issues like pest control and the volume of complaint-triggered violations suggest ongoing operational challenges that warrant careful consideration during any visit.
Jan 23, 2026Complaint2
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Nov 21, 2025Complaint3
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Nov 21, 2025Routine9
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Administration Deficiencies
Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.
Jan 24, 2025Routine9
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Sep 24, 2024Complaint2
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Feb 16, 2024Routine6
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Nov 21, 2025
$19,105
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab, a Jewish Senior Li
nonprofit
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
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References & Resources
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Google Reviews
15 reviews from families & visitors
Official Website
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