Green Ridge Care Center
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 18 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility has a history of providing compassionate, effective rehabilitation care, but recent reports of communication barriers and serious medical concerns are significant red flags. Before choosing this facility, we strongly recommend requesting a direct contact person for administrative issues and asking for a detailed explanation of their protocols for end-of-life care and family notification.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
18 reviews on Google“Green Ridge Care Center receives high praise for its compassionate nursing staff and effective rehabilitation services, with many families noting significant improvements in their loved ones' health. However, recent feedback includes a very serious allegation regarding end-of-life care and frustration over the facility's inability to provide direct, reliable communication channels for families.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Effective rehabilitation services
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Proactive communication with families
Concerns
- Difficulty reaching administration or management directly (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Serious concerns regarding medical oversight and end-of-life care protocols (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 19 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed that you are very active in responding to family feedback online; how do you typically keep families informed about their loved one's daily progress and care updates?
- 2Given the importance of medication management, could you walk me through the safety protocols and oversight your team uses to ensure residents receive the correct dosages on time?
- 3We want to make sure our loved one feels connected; what does a typical day look like in terms of social activities and engagement opportunities for residents?
- 4How does your leadership team ensure that families have a clear, direct point of contact if they have urgent questions or need to discuss administrative concerns?
- 5Could you explain your facility's specific protocols for end-of-life care and how you coordinate with families and medical teams during those sensitive transitions?
- 6With your current staffing levels, how do you ensure that every resident receives consistent, personalized attention throughout the day and night?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The nursing staff was amazing and so helpful when she needed anything. The communication with any changes from the administration to family was great, keeping us up to date on anything and everything.”
“After a horrible stay at Allied, I moved my dad to Greenridge. What an amazing 🤩 difference!! Within a month, he was already mentally 100% better!!”
“This facility allows for the family to bring simple things to make life easier for her. They have suggested on her arrival an electric recliner they have on site not being used to help with her non weight bearing healing process.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents whose walking got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Green Ridge Care Center has recurring issues across multiple areas, with families filing complaint reports leading to 2 deficiencies. The facility shows persistent problems with medication management (4 deficiencies spanning 2022-2025), fire safety systems including smoke barriers and sprinkler maintenance, and quality of care issues including pain management and accident prevention. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeated medication and safety violations across recent surveys suggests ongoing compliance challenges.
Nov 14, 2025Routine3
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Jan 31, 2025Routine10
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Feb 2, 2024Routine5
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Sep 8, 2023Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Feb 2, 2024
$8,018
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Green Ridge Care Center
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Saber Healthcare Group
126 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.0/5 · Rank 10 of 125 (Best)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Saber Pa Holdings, LLC
Owner · Organization
Key personnel
Contact
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References & Resources
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