nursing home in Grove City, PA
Quality Life Services - Grove City
400 Hillcrest Avenue, Grove City, PA 16127 · (724) 458-9501
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Quality Life Services - Grove City at a glance
Quality Life Services - Grove City is a 109-bed for-profit nursing home in Grove City, Pennsylvania (Mercer County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 18, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 58.3% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 109
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Quality Life Services
- Medicare-certified since
- September 15, 1983
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Mercer County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395593
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 3.49 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.47 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.07 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.26 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58.3% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.6% | 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) | 6 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 32 | 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 | 109 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 94 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86% | 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) | 3.7% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.6% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.7% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 6.1% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.7% | 17% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.5% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 12.7% | 10.8% | 12.8% | Average |
| 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) | 18.2% | 20% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.7% | 25.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81.4% | 87.5% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.5% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 70.2% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 66.8% | 70% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| November 18, 2025 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 December 22, 2025 |
| November 18, 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 December 22, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 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 December 22, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2025 |
| October 11, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 29, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| October 11, 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 November 25, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 Complaint | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| November 17, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| November 17, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TACK-BEARDSLEY, SUSAN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 33% | 03/01/2024 |
| TACK, STEVEN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 33% | 03/01/2024 |
| MARKIVICH, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| TACK, STEVEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| GARUCCIO, JESSICA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| PHILLIPS, SHELLY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| STRAGAND, JAROD Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Quality Life Services - Grove City's rating?
Quality Life Services - Grove City 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 Quality Life Services - Grove City receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Quality Life Services - Grove City 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 Quality Life Services - Grove City?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Quality Life Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Quality Life Services - Grove City and how do I contact it?
Quality Life Services - Grove City is at 400 Hillcrest Avenue, Grove City, PA 16127. Phone: (724) 458-9501.
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.