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Hollidaysburg Veterans Home

500 Municipal Dr, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648 · Blair County

Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home

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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 75% full — openings are usually available.

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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Hollidaysburg

Hollidaysburg Veterans Home is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Hollidaysburg, PA, with 257 certified beds and an average of about 192 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.00 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.25 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 22.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 14 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. 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

  • Above-average nurse staffing (5.00 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • 14 deficiencies at last survey
  • CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Hollidaysburg for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
257
Avg. residents/day
192
Ownership
Government - State
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
39A437

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$10,310–$13,080/mo (median $11,370)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Altoona 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
5.00
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.25
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
22.7%
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)
14
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-06-12
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (38 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-11Severity G — actual harmFrom 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.

2026-02-11Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-06-12Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

2025-06-12Severity E — 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.

2025-06-12Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2025-06-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

2025-06-12Severity D — potential for harmFreedom 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.

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

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Memory care
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Chapel / worship services
  • Daily activities & events
  • Library
  • 24-hour staff

Location

500 Municipal Dr, Hollidaysburg, PA

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Hollidaysburg Veterans Home

How much does Hollidaysburg Veterans Home cost?

Hollidaysburg Veterans Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Hollidaysburg, PA area typically runs $10,310–$13,080 per month (median $11,370, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Hollidaysburg Veterans Home's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Hollidaysburg Veterans Home 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Hollidaysburg Veterans Home?

Staff provide about 5.00 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 22.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Hollidaysburg Veterans Home?

Hollidaysburg Veterans Home has 38 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Hollidaysburg Veterans Home have availability?

Typically 75% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Hollidaysburg Veterans Home offer?

Hollidaysburg Veterans Home in Hollidaysburg, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 257 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 Altoona.
  • 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

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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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