700 Walnut Bottom Road, Carlisle, PA 17013 · Cumberland County
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Typically 93% full (106 of 114 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.
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Forest Park Nursing and Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Carlisle, PA, with 114 certified beds and an average of about 106 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.57 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 77.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 27 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 6 federal fines totaling $170,109 in the recent record.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,360–$14,410/mo (median $12,530) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Harrisburg prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (108 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.
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.
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-14 | Fine | $66,593 |
| 2024-12-06 | Fine | $84,789 |
| 2023-10-02 | Fine | $2,823 |
| 2023-09-25 | Fine | $2,470 |
| 2023-09-05 | Fine | $5,244 |
| 2023-06-23 | Fine | $8,190 |
700 Walnut Bottom Road, Carlisle, PA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityForest Park Nursing and Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Carlisle, PA area typically runs $11,360–$14,410 per month (median $12,530, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Forest Park Nursing and Rehabilitation 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 77.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Forest Park Nursing and Rehabilitation has 108 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 93% full (106 of 114 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Forest Park Nursing and Rehabilitation in Carlisle, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 114 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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