Avalon Care Center
3410 W. Pittsburgh Rd · New Castle, PA · 16101 · 7246584781
84 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Wecare Centers
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.40 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.63 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.17 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 53% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $19,888 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 16, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected August 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected August 7, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected August 7, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected August 7, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected August 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected June 3, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected August 19, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected August 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 3, 2024
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.
Corrected August 19, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 3, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected August 19, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected August 19, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Actual harm · G February 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 1, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected September 25, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 25, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 24, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| April 29, 2025 | Fine | $11,737 |
| February 29, 2024 | Fine | $8,151 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 396075 · certified since February 8, 2001. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.