Johnstown, PA · 30 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Johnstown's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,900–$12,550/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown
807 Goucher Street, Johnstown, PA 15905 · Cambria County
1.0CMS overall rating(814) 255-6844
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (60 of 63 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Johnstown, PA, with 63 certified beds and an average of about 60 residents per day. It operates as part of the Continuum Healthcare 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 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.54 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.84 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 20 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $10,824 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.54 hrs/resident/day)
- •20 deficiencies at last survey
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Johnstown options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 63
- Avg. residents/day
- 60
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Continuum Healthcare
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 395439
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,900–$12,550/mo (median $10,920) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,560–$6,830/mo (median $5,370) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Johnstown prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.54
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.84
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 20
- Federal fines
- 1 ($10,824)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-14
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (66 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-14Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-04-14Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2026-04-14Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2026-04-14Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
2026-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
2026-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2026-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
2026-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-05 | Fine | $10,824 |
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
Location
807 Goucher Street, Johnstown, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown
How much does Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown cost?
Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Johnstown, PA area typically runs $9,900–$12,550 per month (median $10,920, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown?
Staff provide about 3.54 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown?
Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown has 66 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown have availability?
Typically 95% full (60 of 63 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown offer?
Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown in Johnstown, PA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 63 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 Johnstown.
- 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.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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