Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Gettysburg
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise responsive maintenance management. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 11 Google reviews

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What this means for your family
The facility has shown positive momentum in maintenance and dining quality under recent leadership, making it an appealing environment for active seniors. However, be very cautious regarding financial agreements; ensure all entrance fees are documented in writing early in the process to avoid the 'bait and switch' experiences reported by some families.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
11 reviews on Google“SpiriTrust Lutheran The Village at Gettysburg receives praise for its active community environment and responsiveness to maintenance requests under new leadership. However, prospective families should be aware of significant concerns regarding administrative transparency, specifically regarding fee structures, and ongoing industry-wide staffing challenges.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Responsive maintenance management
- Active, engaging community atmosphere
- Kind and helpful staff members
- Visible improvements in dining services
Concerns
- Staffing shortages (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 12 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the recent focus on enhancing dining services, what specific changes have been implemented to improve the meal experience for residents?
- 2I noticed the community has a very active atmosphere; what are some of the most popular daily activities or social programs residents participate in here?
- 3With the current staffing landscape, how does your management team ensure consistent coverage and support for residents throughout the day and evening?
- 4Could you walk me through your internal communication process for keeping families updated on their loved one's health status and daily well-being?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency, what is your specific protocol for coordinating care and notifying family members immediately?
- 6How do you balance the cost of care with the services provided to ensure families feel they are receiving high-quality value for their investment?
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Key Review Excerpts
“We have a new Director (Michelle) who is making a difference in regards to staying on top of maintenance which we here at the Village are very greatful for.”
“Bait and switch. Completely wasted our time and then double the entrance fee after we decided on a unit.”
“Great litle village in a busy historicc town. Thee is plenty to do here if you so choose, or a good place to relax!”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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6
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
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
This facility has 31 deficiencies across three surveys with no complaint-triggered issues, showing recurring problems in fire safety systems, care quality, and nutrition services. Fire safety violations (smoke barriers, alarms, sprinkler maintenance) appear consistently across all surveys, while nutrition and dietary issues persist from 2023 to 2025. All deficiencies show correction dates, but the pattern of repeated fire safety problems warrants discussion during any visit.
Apr 30, 2026Routine6
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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 and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Jun 12, 2025Routine12
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy 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.
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
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
May 2, 2024Routine8
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
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.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Jul 20, 2023Routine4
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Construction Deficiencies
Use approved construction type or materials.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Ownership & Operations
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Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Gettysburg
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