Lima, PA · 60 beds
5.0CMS rating
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One of Lima's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,820–$14,980/mo
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St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare
1412 Lansdowne Avenue, Darby, PA 19023 · Delaware County
53
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 86% full (235 of 273 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.
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 Darby
St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Darby, PA, with 273 certified beds and an average of about 235 residents per day. It operates as part of the Center Management Group network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing.
Staff provide about 3.46 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.35 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.46 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Darby, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 273
- Avg. residents/day
- 235
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Center Management Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 395282
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 measuresNot yet rated
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,820–$14,980/mo (median $13,030) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Philadelphia 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
- 3.46
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.35
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 54.4%
- 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)
- 3
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-18
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (24 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-07-18Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
2025-07-18Severity D — 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…
2025-07-18Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
2024-09-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2024-09-26Severity 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
2024-09-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2024-09-26Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
2024-09-26Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1412 Lansdowne Avenue, Darby, 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 St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare
How much does St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare cost?
St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Darby, PA area typically runs $11,820–$14,980 per month (median $13,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare?
Staff provide about 3.46 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare?
St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare has 24 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare have availability?
Typically 86% full (235 of 273 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare offer?
St Francis Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare in Darby, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 273 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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