nursing home in Mercer, PA
Avalon Springs Care Center
745 Greenville Road, Mercer, PA 16137 · (724) 662-5400
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Avalon Springs Care Center at a glance
Avalon Springs Care Center is a 100-bed for-profit nursing home in Mercer, Pennsylvania (Mercer County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 31, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 50% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 100
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Wecare Centers
- Medicare-certified since
- October 27, 1998
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Mercer County
- CMS Certification Number
- 396058
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) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 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) | 3.23 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.88 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.70 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.84 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.9% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 3 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 13 | 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 | 100 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 56 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 56.4% | 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) | 3.5% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.9% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 23.9% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.9% | 17% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.1% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.5% | 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) | 27.3% | 20% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 38.8% | 25.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.2% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 76% | 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) | 0.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 88.2% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 43.7% | 70% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 10, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| December 31, 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 February 25, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 7, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 15, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 15, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 15, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 15, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 15, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 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 February 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVA SPRINGS HOLDCO LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/01/2025 |
| GRINSPAN, ARYEH Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 34% | 03/01/2025 |
| KORN, ELI Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 33% | 03/01/2025 |
| WIELGUS, GEDALIAH Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 33% | 03/01/2025 |
| 3SSS 3 HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| ASP PROP 3 LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| GRINSPAN, ARYEH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| KGW AVALON LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| LEGACY 360 HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| MORGAN, SCOTT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| PA1PROP 1 LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| PEN MED LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| PERRY, ELLEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| SCHWARTZ FAMILY DYNASTY TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WECARE HCC LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WIELGUS, GEDALIAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| SCHWARTZ, ALAN Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/03/2025 |
| GRINSPAN, ARYEH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| MORGAN, SCOTT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| PERRY, ELLEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WIELGUS, GEDALIAH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| GRINSPAN, ARYEH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| MORGAN, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| PERRY, ELLEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WECARE HCC LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WIELGUS, GEDALIAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Avalon Springs Care Center's rating?
Avalon Springs Care Center 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 Avalon Springs Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Avalon Springs Care 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 Avalon Springs Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Wecare Centers. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Avalon Springs Care Center and how do I contact it?
Avalon Springs Care Center is at 745 Greenville Road, Mercer, PA 16137. Phone: (724) 662-5400.
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.