Mount Carmel Senior Living Community
2616 Locust Gap Highway · Mt Carmel, PA · 17851 · 5703392501
119 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Cedar View Holdings Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
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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.
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.
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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: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.28 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.49 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.99 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $24,700 |
Inspection citations (51 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G December 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Past Non-Compliance · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2025
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D 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 August 26, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F July 18, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2025
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Actual harm · G March 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 18, 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 April 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C January 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected November 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 23, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| March 18, 2025 | Fine | $24,700 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395589 · certified since July 20, 1983. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.