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Elm Terrace Gardens

660 North Broad Street, Lansdale, PA 19446 · Montgomery County

Senior living in Lansdale, PA with independent, personal care & skilled nursing. Discover healthcare programs & a thriving community. Learn more!

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90
Exceptional
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 90% full (65 of 72 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Lansdale's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Elm Terrace Gardens is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Lansdale, PA, with 72 certified beds and an average of about 65 residents per day. It operates as part of the Friends Services for the Aging network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.66 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.20 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.66 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Lansdale for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
72
Avg. residents/day
65
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Friends Services for the Aging
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
395507

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$11,820–$14,980/mo (median $13,030)Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)$3,050–$8,150/mo (median $6,410)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Montgomery County prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
4.66
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.20
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
37.8%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
3
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-03-27
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (9 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-03-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-03-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-03-27Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-05-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2023-06-01Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2023-06-01Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2023-06-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2023-06-01Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

  • Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Chef-prepared meals
  • Housekeeping & laundry
  • Daily activities & events
  • Gardens / walking paths
  • Studio apartments
  • 24-hour staff
  • 24/7 staff

Location

660 North Broad Street, Lansdale, PA

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Elm Terrace Gardens

How much does Elm Terrace Gardens cost?

Elm Terrace Gardens does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lansdale, PA area typically runs $11,820–$14,980 per month (median $13,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Elm Terrace Gardens's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Elm Terrace Gardens 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Elm Terrace Gardens?

Staff provide about 4.66 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Elm Terrace Gardens?

Elm Terrace Gardens has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Elm Terrace Gardens have availability?

Typically 90% full (65 of 72 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Elm Terrace Gardens offer?

Elm Terrace Gardens in Lansdale, PA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 72 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Montgomery County.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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