nursing home in Allentown, PA
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center
601 St John Street, Allentown, PA 18103 · (610) 776-3199
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center at a glance
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center is a 99-bed non-profit nursing home in Allentown, Pennsylvania (Lehigh County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.8 hours of nursing care per day (1.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 23, 2025) found 4 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 32.1% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 99
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lehigh County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395018
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.79 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.37 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.75 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.34 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 32.1% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27.3% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 31 | 82.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $25,774 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 99 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 97 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 98.2% | 84% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.1% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.2% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.9% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 10.8% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16% | 20% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.8% | 25.5% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 87.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 21, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 11, 2026 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2025 |
| September 23, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2025 |
| August 22, 2024 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 21, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2024 |
| October 13, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 14, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 14, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 14, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 14, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 14, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 3, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 3, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 3, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 3, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOSTAL, PATRICK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| KANE, CARRIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/06/2025 |
| BESTE, ANNE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2017 |
| DECAMPLI, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2024 |
| DECAMPLI, PAMELA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2017 |
| EMRICK, PAUL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2025 |
| FESSLER, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2017 |
| GREEN, MATTHEW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2024 |
| GUSTAVE, LORI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/29/2021 |
| HAYMON, ELSBETH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/29/2021 |
| LYNCH, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2017 |
| MARLES, BLAKE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2024 |
| MENDLES, JO-ANN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2024 |
| PESSINA, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/28/2022 |
| POSSINGER, MITCHELL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2025 |
| SALICETTI, VICTOR Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| SPIGEL, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/03/2020 |
| TOPPER, MAURA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/28/2016 |
| YOUNG, ERIC Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| LYNCH, THOMAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2024 |
| PESSINA, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2024 |
| SPIGEL, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/03/2020 |
| TOPPER, MAURA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2023 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD REHABILITATION NETWORK Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1988 |
| BESTE, ANNE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2017 |
| DECAMPLI, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2024 |
| DECAMPLI, PAMELA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2017 |
| EMRICK, PAUL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2025 |
| FESSLER, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2017 |
| GREEN, MATTHEW Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2024 |
| GUSTAVE, LORI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/29/2021 |
| HAYMON, ELSBETH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/29/2021 |
| LYNCH, THOMAS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2017 |
| MARLES, BLAKE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2024 |
| MENDLES, JO-ANN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2024 |
| PESSINA, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/28/2022 |
| POSSINGER, MITCHELL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2025 |
| SALICETTI, VICTOR Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| SPIGEL, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/03/2020 |
| TOPPER, MAURA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Good Shepherd Home Raker Center's rating?
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Good Shepherd Home Raker Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Good Shepherd Home Raker Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Good Shepherd Home Raker Center?
It is non profit - church related. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Good Shepherd Home Raker Center and how do I contact it?
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center is at 601 St John Street, Allentown, PA 18103. Phone: (610) 776-3199.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.