SeniorCareRanked
Pennsylvania/MONTOURSVILLE
29
Very Poor

WECARE AT SYCAMORE REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENT

1445 SYCAMORE ROAD, MONTOURSVILLE, PA 17754
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

WECARE AT SYCAMORE REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENT is a 133-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in MONTOURSVILLE, Pennsylvania. It has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 29 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 50.4% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has no recorded fines. 28 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the WECARE CENTERS chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score29/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating1/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.3 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.50 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover50% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies28 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

    CMS Star Ratings

    Overall
    Health Inspection
    Staffing
    Quality Measures

    Staffing

    Total nurse hours/resident/day3.3
    RN hours/resident/day0.50
    Staff turnover50.4%
    RN turnover80%

    Facility Information

    Beds133
    Avg residents115.4
    OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
    Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
    ChainWECARE CENTERS
    Deficiencies (last inspection)28
    Resident/Family councilYes

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    What to Look for When Visiting WECARE AT SYCAMORE REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENT

    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

    WECARE AT SYCAMORE REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENT reports 3.3 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 50.4% 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

    28 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.