Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise warm, attentive nursing and support staff. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 117 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
Masonic Village offers a beautiful, high-end environment with excellent staff and activities, making it a strong choice for those prioritizing social engagement. However, families should be aware of the high costs and recent reports of management dissatisfaction; we recommend interviewing current residents and asking specifically about staff turnover and food service quality before committing.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
117 reviews on Google“Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill is widely praised for its beautiful, well-maintained grounds and friendly, attentive staff. While many families express high satisfaction with the quality of care and variety of amenities, a subset of reviewers highlights significant concerns regarding high costs and inconsistent management leadership.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Warm, attentive nursing and support staff
- Clean, well-maintained facility and grounds
- Abundant social activities and amenities
- Welcoming, family-like atmosphere
Concerns
- High cost of living and services (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Dissatisfaction with executive management/leadership (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Concerns regarding food quality (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 118 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the high staffing rating of 5 stars, how does your team ensure that this level of attention remains consistent for residents throughout the entire day?
- 2I noticed the facility has a very active social calendar; could you walk me through a typical week of activities and how you encourage residents to participate?
- 3With 10 recent state violations, what specific steps or quality improvement initiatives is the leadership team currently taking to address these findings?
- 4I see that you actively engage with families through your online review responses; how do you incorporate that kind of open communication into your daily relationship with residents' families?
- 5Some families have mentioned concerns regarding the dining experience; what changes or improvements are you currently working on to ensure the food quality meets your residents' expectations?
- 6Considering the investment required for care here, what specific value-added services or unique amenities do you feel truly set this facility apart for families?
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Key Review Excerpts
“I chose Masonic Village after checking out six similar facilities in the area. The staff bends over backwards for you the foo as good as it gets. The variety of activities leaves you with no reason stay in your apartment unless you want to.”
“Skilled nursing here is phenomenal. All of the staff is caring and friendly. Mom is well cared for and very fortunate to be here.”
“Extremely disappointed in this place. Extremely expensive. Management, especially Carl the Director is always passing the buck and there are only a few staff who genuinly care. Staff turnover is excesive. The food is horrible.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures
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Residents whose walking got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents on antipsychotic medication
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 has persistent safety and infrastructure issues, with fire safety systems, electrical systems, and medication management being the most recurring problem areas across multiple surveys. While all 36 deficiencies have correction dates, concerning patterns emerge including repeated violations for fire alarm systems, smoke barriers, and medication labeling that span from 2023 to 2025. One family filed a complaint about infection control practices, highlighting ongoing operational concerns that families should carefully evaluate during their visit.
Jul 17, 2025Routine20
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Construction Deficiencies
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
Construction Deficiencies
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
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 enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
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 safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
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.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Sep 20, 2024Routine7
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Aug 1, 2024Complaint1
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Nov 17, 2023Routine8
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Construction Deficiencies
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
Construction Deficiencies
Use approved construction type or materials.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill
nonprofit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Masonic Villages of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania
Owner · Organization
Key personnel
Contact
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References & Resources
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Google Reviews
117 reviews from families & visitors
Official Website
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