Caring Place, the
103 N. Thirteenth Street · Franklin, PA · 16323 · 8144324491
100 certified beds Non profit - Church related
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
60% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.67 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.39 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.31 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 60% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,018 |
Inspection citations (28 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2026 · 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 February 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2025
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 September 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G June 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected June 4, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G June 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G November 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 6, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
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.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 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 September 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected May 29, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected May 29, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected November 13, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected November 13, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected November 13, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected November 13, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
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.
Corrected November 13, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| November 8, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395959 · certified since September 28, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.