nursing home in Lima, PA
Fair Acres Geriatric Center
340 N. Middletown Road, Lima, PA 19037 · (610) 891-5700
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Fair Acres Geriatric Center at a glance
Fair Acres Geriatric Center is a 778-bed government nursing home in Lima, Pennsylvania (Delaware County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 2.8 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 (February 13, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $23,520.
Nursing staff turnover is 21.5% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 778
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Delaware County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395780
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.79 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.45 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.63 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.58 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.5% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.1% | 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) | 0 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $23,520 | $25,774 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 778 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 442 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 56.8% | 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) | 2.4% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.2% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 27.9% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 19.1% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.3% | 17% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.7% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.6% | 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) | 18.8% | 20% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25% | 25.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.3% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 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) | 5.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.6% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 77% | 70% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 25 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 13, 2026 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 April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 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 April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Fire safety | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0133 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Standard | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 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 February 23, 2026 |
| February 13, 2026 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 February 23, 2026 |
| July 18, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 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 February 19, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 19, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 19, 2025 |
| January 24, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 19, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 19, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 19, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 19, 2025 |
| January 24, 2025 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 January 24, 2025 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 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 March 15, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 15, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $23,520 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2026 | Fine | $23,520 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTY OF DELAWARE Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/1966 |
| BONNER, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2012 |
| COUNTY OF DELAWARE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1980 |
| D'AMICO, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2012 |
| MADDEN, KEVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| REUTHER, CHRISTINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| SCHAEFFER, ELAINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| TRAVAGLINI, JOSEPH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/2013 |
| WOMACK, RICHARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| BONNER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2012 |
| MADDEN, KEVIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| REUTHER, CHRISTINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| SCHAEFFER, ELAINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| TAYLOR, MONICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| TRAVAGLINI, JOSEPH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/2013 |
| WOMACK, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Fair Acres Geriatric Center's rating?
Fair Acres Geriatric Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Fair Acres Geriatric Center 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 Fair Acres Geriatric 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 Fair Acres Geriatric Center?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Fair Acres Geriatric Center and how do I contact it?
Fair Acres Geriatric Center is at 340 N. Middletown Road, Lima, PA 19037. Phone: (610) 891-5700.
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.