SeniorCareRanked
Pennsylvania/CHAMBERSBURG
36
Poor

CHAMBERS POINTE HEALTH CARE CENTER

1425 PHILADELPHIA AVENUE, CHAMBERSBURG, PA 17201
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

CHAMBERS POINTE HEALTH CARE CENTER is a 50-bed non profit - corporation nursing home located in CHAMBERSBURG, Pennsylvania. It has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 36 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 56.2% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 4 fine(s) totaling $30,863. 5 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score36/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating3/5 stars (= Average than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day4.7 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day1.14 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover56% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies5 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • Abuse icon flagged by CMS
  • 4 fine(s) totaling $30,863
  • 4 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day4.7
RN hours/resident/day1.14
Staff turnover56.2%
RN turnover50%

Facility Information

Beds50
Avg residents46
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
Deficiencies (last inspection)5
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting CHAMBERS POINTE HEALTH CARE CENTER

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

CHAMBERS POINTE HEALTH CARE CENTER reports 4.7 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

With 56.2% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

Ask about their most recent inspection

5 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.