Elm Terrace Gardens
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight kind and attentive nursing staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
based on 30 Google reviews
Watch Elm Terrace Gardens
Get an email when new inspections, ratings, or penalties are published for this facility.
We’ll only email you about this — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.
What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its physical therapy and the kindness of its resident community. However, families should exercise extreme caution and perform deep due diligence regarding the skilled nursing and dementia units, as there are serious reports of inadequate supervision and medication delays.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
30 reviews analyzed“Families often praise the facility for its friendly community atmosphere, kind staff, and effective physical therapy services. However, there are serious allegations regarding the quality of care in the skilled nursing and dementia units, including concerns about medication delays and staff supervision.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Kind and attentive nursing staff
- Effective physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Clean and well-maintained environment
- Friendly and supportive resident community
Concerns
- Issues with medication timing and nursing workload
- Inconsistent meal quality and dietary accuracy
- Lack of staff identification/badges
Rating Trends
Tap a year to see what changed
Distribution
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility responds to some reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1It is wonderful to see how much you engage with feedback from the community; how do you use resident suggestions to improve the dining experience and meal accuracy?
- 2We want to ensure our loved one stays on a consistent schedule; what specific protocols are in place to ensure medications are administered exactly on time?
- 3With a large community of 250 residents, how do you ensure the nursing staff can provide attentive, one-on-one care during busy shifts?
- 4Can you tell us about the physical therapy programs available here and how they help residents maintain their mobility?
- 5How do you handle medical emergencies or urgent care needs during the overnight hours?
- 6What kind of daily activities or social outings are planned to help new residents connect with the existing community?
Personalized based on this facility's data
Key Review Excerpts
“The RESIDENTS are extremely friendly and supportive of each each other, which makes for a lovely community atmosphere. The STAFF go above and beyond.”
“PT got my mom walking better than before. What an awesome group of people. The skilled nurses and aids were so very good to my mom.”
“My sister is not just existing but is thriving. My sister's room has a lovely view and is well appointed. Her first week there she was already attending physical therapy.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: PA State Licensing Agency
Key Findings
Between 2022 and 2026, Elm Terrace Gardens underwent 57 inspections, resulting in 17 clean reports and 104 violations. The documented findings include several instances of failure to report resident incidents, as well as issues regarding required staff training and resident care.
Feb 9, 2026Routine
A staff member treated a resident with disrespect by threatening not to provide dinner after the resident used the call bell.
A direct care staff member did not receive required training regarding meeting resident needs as described in assessment tools and support plans.
Staff failed to identify the correct resident during medication administration, resulting in the resident receiving the wrong medication and requiring hospital treatment.
Jan 21, 2026Routine
Assignment sheets were found on top of an unlocked and unattended 4th floor medication cart, making them accessible.
Medication administration records did not include the initials of the staff person who administered narcotics, despite the narcotic sheet being signed out.
A resident's medication was held due to low blood pressure/heart rate without consulting the prescribing doctor.
Dec 30, 2025Routine
The home failed to report an incident to the Department regarding a resident not receiving prescribed medication as intended.
A resident was neglected medication administration, missing 63 doses of Ibrance, and medication was stored in an unlocked cabinet.
Apr 28, 2025Routine
Five direct care staff members lacked a high school diploma, GED, or active status on the Pennsylvania nurse aide registry.
Feb 10, 2025Routine
The home failed to report a resident's missing property (wallet) to the local area agency on aging.
Staff failed to provide and document required supervision and wander guard checks as outlined in the resident's support plan.
A resident was left unattended and subsequently found on a stairwell landing with skin tears after a wander guard alarm triggered.
Nov 25, 2024Routine
Binders containing resident hospice, Accu-Chek, and lab information were found unlocked, unattended, and accessible to visitors on the nurses station counter.
A resident requiring extensive supervision due to elopement history eloped from the SDCU because required safety checks and a wander pendant were not in use.
Oct 16, 2024Routine
A staff member used physical force by grabbing a resident's pants to lower them into a wheelchair and responded to a resident's physical aggression with a retaliatory tap.
A medication blister pack was found punctured in one slot and taped over.
The facility failed to implement required positive interventions and redirection techniques for an agitated resident during care.
Sep 18, 2024RoutineCleanReport
No deficiencies found during this inspection.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Elm Terrace Gardens
nonprofit
Contact
Get in Touch
Contact this facility directly and verify the details that matter most to your family.
References & Resources
Google Maps
Photos, directions & neighborhood info
Google Reviews
30 reviews from families & visitors
Medicare data downloads
Original nursing home datasets
EveryPlace is a research directory. Facility information is compiled from public sources — Medicare.gov, state licensing portals, Google Places, and publicly available street-level imagery. Listings do not constitute endorsement, recommendation, or advertisement, and we do not accept payment for placement. Families should verify all details directly with the facility and the original sources linked above before making any care decisions. See our Research Policy for our editorial standards, correction process, and image-removal policy.
Nearby Alternatives
St. Mary Villa for Independent & Retirement Living
< 1 miAssisted Living · Lansdale, PA
Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center at Brittany
1.4 miNursing Home · Lansdale, PA
Oakwood Court
3.1 miAssisted Living · Lansdale, PA
The Inn at Horsham Center for Jewish Life
4.1 miAssisted Living · North Wales, PA
Sunrise of North Wales
4.1 miAssisted Living · North Wales, PA
Silver Stream Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
5.1 miNursing Home · Spring House, PA