nursing home in Erie, PA
Sarah Reed Senior Living
227 West 22nd Street, Erie, PA 16502 · (814) 878-2600
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sarah Reed Senior Living at a glance
Sarah Reed Senior Living is a 106-bed non-profit nursing home in Erie, Pennsylvania (Erie County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 4, 2025) found 0 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 49.2% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 106
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 23, 1967
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Erie County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395206
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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 |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.11 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.54 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.51 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.73 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 49.2% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.2% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 0 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 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 | 106 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 101 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.2% | 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) | 2.1% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.9% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.7% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 19.4% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.9% | 17% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.1% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.1% | 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) | 9% | 20% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.1% | 25.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96% | 87.5% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.2% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.4% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88% | 70% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| December 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| December 4, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| December 4, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| June 12, 2025 Complaint | 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 July 18, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | 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, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 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 January 24, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | 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 only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| June 5, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 8, 2024 |
| March 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 12, 2024 |
| March 22, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2024 |
| March 22, 2024 Fire safety | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 12, 2024 |
| March 22, 2024 Fire safety | Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 12, 2024 |
| March 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 12, 2024 |
| March 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected May 12, 2024 |
| March 22, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected May 12, 2024 |
| March 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 16, 2024 |
| March 22, 2024 Standard | 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 only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2024 |
| March 22, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2024 |
| March 22, 2024 Standard | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GERBER, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2025 |
| JOHNSON, KYLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2025 |
| LESSESKI, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2025 |
| MORIAN-GOWETSKI, AMBER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2025 |
| LESSESKI, DAVID Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/19/2023 |
| GERBER, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2019 |
| JOHNSON, KYLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/17/2021 |
| MORIAN-GOWETSKI, AMBER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/21/2023 |
| GERBER, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2019 |
| MORIAN-GOWETSKI, AMBER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/21/2023 |
| LESSESKI, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/13/2025 |
| GERBER, DAVID Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2019 |
| JOHNSON, KYLE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/17/2021 |
| MORIAN-GOWETSKI, AMBER Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/21/2023 |
| SCHUSCHU, MEGAN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/03/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sarah Reed Senior Living's rating?
Sarah Reed Senior Living has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sarah Reed Senior Living receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sarah Reed Senior Living 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 Sarah Reed Senior Living?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sarah Reed Senior Living and how do I contact it?
Sarah Reed Senior Living is at 227 West 22nd Street, Erie, PA 16502. Phone: (814) 878-2600.
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.