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Phoebe Berks

1 Heidelberg Drive, Wernersville, PA 19565 · Berks County

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 78% 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.

One of Wernersville's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Phoebe Berks is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Wernersville, PA, with 119 certified beds and an average of about 93 residents per day. 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: 5/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.01 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.03 hrs/resident/day)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

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

At a glance

Certified beds
119
Avg. residents/day
93
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
395880

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$11,180–$14,180/mo (median $12,330)Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)$2,890–$7,710/mo (median $6,070)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Reading 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
4.03
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.01
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
44%
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)
1
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2026-03-18
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (5 citations on record — showing the latest 5). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-05-01Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2025-05-01Severity D — 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

2024-04-25Severity 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.

2024-01-25Severity D — potential for 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.

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

Location

1 Heidelberg Drive, Wernersville, 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 Phoebe Berks

How much does Phoebe Berks cost?

Phoebe Berks does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wernersville, PA area typically runs $11,180–$14,180 per month (median $12,330, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Phoebe Berks's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Phoebe Berks?

Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Phoebe Berks?

Phoebe Berks has 5 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Phoebe Berks have availability?

Typically 78% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Phoebe Berks offer?

Phoebe Berks in Wernersville, PA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 119 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 Reading.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
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Your next steps — this week

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

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