Lecom at Elmwood Gardens, LLC
Scout 95Erie, PA · 51 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Erie's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,480–$13,290/mo
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Lecom at Presque Isle, INC
4114 Schaper Avenue, Erie, PA 16508 · Erie County
63
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 79% 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Erie
Lecom at Presque Isle, INC is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Erie, PA, with 135 certified beds and an average of about 106 residents per day. It operates as part of the Lecom Senior Living network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.81 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.96 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •13 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Erie, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 135
- Avg. residents/day
- 106
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Lecom Senior Living
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 395404
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 | $10,480–$13,290/mo (median $11,560) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Erie 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
- 3.96
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.81
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 42.1%
- 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)
- 13
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-08
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (17 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-31Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2026-03-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
2026-02-05Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
2026-01-08Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
2026-01-08Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2026-01-08Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2026-01-08Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2026-01-08Severity 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.
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
Location
4114 Schaper Avenue, Erie, 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 Lecom at Presque Isle, INC
How much does Lecom at Presque Isle, INC cost?
Lecom at Presque Isle, INC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Erie, PA area typically runs $10,480–$13,290 per month (median $11,560, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Lecom at Presque Isle, INC's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Lecom at Presque Isle, INC 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Lecom at Presque Isle, INC?
Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Lecom at Presque Isle, INC?
Lecom at Presque Isle, INC has 17 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Lecom at Presque Isle, INC have availability?
Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Lecom at Presque Isle, INC offer?
Lecom at Presque Isle, INC in Erie, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 135 beds.
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