Nursing HomeMedicaid Medicare 5-star

Lafayette-Redeemer, the

Strong Medicare quality ratings; public reviewers often praise beautiful, well-maintained apartments. Still worth an in-person visit.

8580 Verree Road, Fox Chase · Philadelphia, PA 19111|120 beds|Licensed & active

5/5

Medicare

Inspection

Quality

Staffing

Google rating

3.7/5

based on 60 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Lafayette-Redeemer, the has a strong overall Medicare rating. RN hours meet the EveryPlace reference benchmark, which is one useful staffing signal to discuss during a visit. Public reviewers frequently mention: beautiful, well-maintained apartments and engaging activities and social community. Review the component ratings and current source records before deciding.

Google Reviews

62 public Google reviews available

Lafayette-Redeemer receives polarized feedback, with independent living residents often praising the beautiful apartments and community atmosphere, while rehab and nursing care families frequently report significant concerns regarding staff responsiveness and quality of care. While some families highlight life-changing physical therapy outcomes, others express deep frustration over slow response times, poor communication, and inconsistent food quality. Prospective families should carefully distinguish between the independent living experience and the higher-acuity nursing or rehab services.

Quality Themes

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Strengths

Beautiful, well-maintained apartments
Engaging activities and social community
Effective physical and occupational therapy outcomes
Warm and attentive staff in independent living

Concerns

Slow response times for assistance and call buttons (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
Poor food quality and dining service issues (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
Inconsistent or rude staff interactions (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
Lack of clear communication from management (mentioned by 3 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 62 analyzed

How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

1Given the high praise for your physical and occupational therapy programs, how do you integrate those services into the daily routine for residents who need extra support?
2I noticed that residents really enjoy the social community here; could you walk me through a few of the most popular activities scheduled for this coming week?
3When a resident needs assistance, what is the standard protocol for responding to call buttons to ensure help arrives in a timely manner?
4How does your culinary team gather feedback from residents, and what steps are you taking to improve the variety and quality of the dining experience?
5Could you explain how your management team keeps families updated on changes in a resident's health or care plan to ensure clear communication?
6Since staffing consistency is so important for resident comfort, how do you foster a supportive environment that encourages positive interactions between your team and the residents?

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Key Review Excerpts

“Mom came home walking, on March 7th, thanks to the care at Lafayette. The Nurse Practioner, doctor, nurses and CNAs are phenomenal.”

Rehab family member · 2025★★★★★

Source: 62 Google reviews in the current analysis set

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare public data

RN Hours

0.80hrs

Registered nurses for medical care

Total Nursing

4.14hrs

All nurses + aides combined

Staff Turnover

41%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN Turnover

44%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets both EveryPlace staffing reference benchmarks. Higher staffing is generally associated with stronger day-to-day care.

Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating

5/ 5

Better Than Avg

measures

Worse Than Avg

measures

Mixed Results

measures

Long-Stay Residents

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility95.1%

Better than Avg

Here

95.1%

93.5%

87.5%

Philadelphia

75.9%

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better

This Facility1.6%

Better than Avg

Here

1.6%

12.8%

10.8%

Philadelphia

16.8%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility27.2%

Worse than Avg

Here

27.2%

14.1%

17.0%

Philadelphia

12.9%

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility100.0%

Better than Avg

Here

100.0%

95.5%

93.5%

Philadelphia

89.1%

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better

This Facility7.6%

Better than Avg

Here

7.6%

15.4%

17.7%

Philadelphia

12.4%

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility18.8%

Better than Avg

Here

18.8%

19.0%

25.5%

Philadelphia

22.5%

Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility91.8%

Better than Avg

Here

91.8%

82.0%

70.0%

Philadelphia

52.2%

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility78.6%

Mixed vs Avgs

Here

78.6%

79.8%

68.7%

Philadelphia

50.3%

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better

This Facility0.4%

Better than Avg

Here

0.4%

1.6%

1.4%

Philadelphia

1.2%

Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback

16findings in history

Latest survey: 0 · well below PA avg (10.1)

Lafayette-Redeemer shows a pattern of recurring fire safety and building infrastructure issues, with smoke detection systems, exit safety, and electrical systems cited across multiple surveys from 2023 to 2025. The facility also had deficiencies in care planning, medication management, and accident prevention, though all violations have been corrected by the provider with dates given for resolution.

Feb 14, 2025Routine3 findings

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0225Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Apr 11, 2024Routine8 findings

0550Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0225Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0911Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Jun 22, 2023Routine5 findings

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0351Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Lafayette-Redeemer, the

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Wozniak, GregoryManaging Control - Governing BodyDupree, BethOfficer / DirectorIto, EllynOfficer / DirectorLezzi, S NicholasOfficer / DirectorLynch, JamesOfficer / Director

Source: Medicare provider data

Contact

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(215) 214-2820

redeemerseniorliving.org

8580 Verree Road

Philadelphia, PA 19111

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