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Village at Penn State, the

160 Lion's Hill Road, State College, PA 16803 · Centre County

The Village at Penn State is the only Continuing Care Retirement Community so close to the campus you love. Connect with us today to learn about our lifestyle.

5.0CMS overall rating(814) 238-1949Visit website ↗
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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 91% full (33 of 36 beds occupied on an average day).

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.

One of State College's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Village at Penn State, the is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in State College, PA, with 36 certified beds and an average of about 33 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: 4/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.06 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.97 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 23.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (5.06 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

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

At a glance

Certified beds
36
Avg. residents/day
33
Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
396092

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$11,140–$14,140/mo (median $12,290)Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)$2,880–$7,690/mo (median $6,050)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local State College 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
5.06
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.97
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
23.8%
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)
4
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-06-06
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-06-06Severity F — 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.

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

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

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

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

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

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

2024-07-19Severity 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.

2024-07-19Severity 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.

2024-07-19Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…

2023-08-11Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

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
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Wellness programs

Location

160 Lion's Hill Road, State College, PA

  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Village at Penn State, the

How much does Village at Penn State, the cost?

Village at Penn State, the does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the State College, PA area typically runs $11,140–$14,140 per month (median $12,290, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Village at Penn State, the's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Village at Penn State, the 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Village at Penn State, the?

Staff provide about 5.06 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 23.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Village at Penn State, the?

Village at Penn State, the has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Village at Penn State, the have availability?

Typically 91% full (33 of 36 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Village at Penn State, the offer?

Village at Penn State, the in State College, PA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 36 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 State College.
  • 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

  1. 1
    Confirm the fit
    Check the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
  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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