Gardens for Memory Care at Easton, the
500 Washington Street · Easton, PA · 18042 · 6102533573
115 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Priority Healthcare Group
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.39 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.54 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.06 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 12, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2026
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 May 12, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 12, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 12, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected May 12, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 10, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 12, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 12, 2026 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C April 10, 2026
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected May 12, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 1, 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 June 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395708 · certified since November 20, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.