Delaware Valley Veteran's Home
2701 Southampton Rd · Philadelphia, PA · 19154 · 2159650301
171 certified beds Government - State
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation 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.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.12 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.84 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.54 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 35% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $10,036 |
Inspection citations (22 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G April 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G April 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected December 29, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
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 September 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 18, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 18, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 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 November 22, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2024
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 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 November 22, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 19, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 21, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 10, 2024 | Fine | $10,036 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 39A436 · certified since January 1, 2009. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.