nursing home in Carlisle, PA
Thornwald Home
442 Walnut Bottom Road, Carlisle, PA 17013 · (717) 249-4118
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Thornwald Home at a glance
Thornwald Home is a 83-bed non-profit nursing home in Carlisle, Pennsylvania (Cumberland County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 11, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $9,110.
Nursing staff turnover is 47.4% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 83
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1989
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cumberland County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395802
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 4.37 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.93 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.56 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.13 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 47.4% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45% | 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) | 5 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 33 | 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) | $9,110 | $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 | 83 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 77 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.4% | 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) | 4.8% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.8% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.7% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.9% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 25.1% | 17% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.6% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.5% | 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) | 21.4% | 20% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 34.4% | 25.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.9% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.3% | 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) | 1.6% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 72.4% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 62.9% | 70% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 7, 2026 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 11, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0606 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0909 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| July 21, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 21, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 21, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 21, 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 21, 2025 |
| January 18, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 9, 2024 |
| January 18, 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 March 5, 2024 |
| January 18, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 5, 2024 |
| January 18, 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 March 5, 2024 |
| January 18, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 5, 2024 |
| January 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 5, 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 $9,110 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 21, 2025 | Fine | $9,110 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARNHART, IDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/11/2023 |
| BART, JUSTYNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| BLOSE, LEROY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2022 |
| BOONE, REBECCA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2022 |
| CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2025 |
| CONRAD SIEGEL INVESTMENT ADVISORS, INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2025 |
| DEANER, KAY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/2024 |
| DIEROLF, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2022 |
| DOMINGOS, TITA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/25/2022 |
| EYSTER, SHARON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2022 |
| FIELDS, MEREDITH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/10/2025 |
| FIELDS, TONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| FULTON BANK, N.A. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2015 |
| GAGNON, TEMPEST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2023 |
| GOURLEY, RONALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| HEIN, DWIGHT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2025 |
| KEENE, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/2019 |
| KERN, CRAIG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2025 |
| LYONS, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2024 |
| PAUL, EMERSON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| PENNSYLVANIA ASSOCIATION OF DIRECTOR OF NURSING ADMINISTRATION (PADONA Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| PRINZ, DONNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| RAISIG, HEATHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2023 |
| RANKIN, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| RIEKER, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2019 |
| RKL LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| RUSSELL, GALEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| SHELLER, CATHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/13/2014 |
| SHELLY, CRAIG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/12/2025 |
| SOUDER, ADELE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/31/2015 |
| UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST HOMES Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/09/2025 |
| VELEZ, VICTORIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/1995 |
| WEISER, NEIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2019 |
| WELLER, SUNDAY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2025 |
| WOMACK, KENNETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/22/2022 |
| EYSTER, SHARON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2022 |
| FIELDS, MEREDITH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/10/2025 |
| GOURLEY, RONALD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| BLOSE, LEROY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2018 |
| BOONE, REBECCA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Thornwald Home's rating?
Thornwald Home has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Thornwald Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Thornwald Home 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 Thornwald Home?
It is non profit - church related. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Thornwald Home and how do I contact it?
Thornwald Home is at 442 Walnut Bottom Road, Carlisle, PA 17013. Phone: (717) 249-4118.
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.