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Williamsport Home, the
1900 Ravine Road, Williamsport, PA 17701 · Lycoming County · (570) 323-8781
129 certified beds, about 118 residents a day · Non profit - Other · Medicare and Medicaid since 1984
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 395678 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on January 29, 2026, inspectors cited 10 health deficiencies (the Pennsylvania average is 10, the national average 9.2).
None of its 31 health citations since February 2024 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 4.14 hours per resident per day, against 3.89 across Pennsylvania and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.58 of those hours.
43.0% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Pennsylvania average 44.5%).
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 31 health citations on file.
January 29, 2026Standard inspection · 10 citations
- E Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review, observation, and resident and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to assist residents with hearing aid devices for three of three residents reviewed for hearing concerns (Residents 29, 65, and 119).
- E Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility documentation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that nursing staff possessed the appropriate competencies and skill sets related to the care and assessment of residents with wound treatments and foley catheters, for four of four employees reviewed for competencies (Employees 2, 3, 4, and 5).
- D Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a resident's medication regime was free from potentially unnecessary medication for one of five residents reviewed for medication review (Resident 9).
- D Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review, review of select facility policies and procedures, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to thoroughly investigate a resident's injury of unknown origin for two of six sampled residents (Residents 24 and 33).
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and resident and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed to provide the highest practicable care for implanted cardiac pacemakers for two of 24 residents reviewed (Residents 115 and 7).
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, clinical record review and staff and resident interview it is determined that the facility failed to implement treatment and services to prevent a pressure ulcer for one of five residents reviewed for pressure ulcer concerns (Resident 3).
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide services to maintain a resident's range of motion (ROM) for one of three residents reviewed for ROM concerns (Resident 3).
- D Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure an appropriate physician response to a pharmacy recommendation for one of five residents reviewed (Resident 19).
- D Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Inspectors wroteBased on a review of select facility policies and procedures, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the administration of pneumococcal immunizations for two of five residents reviewed for immunization concerns (Residents 87 and 119).
- D Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Inspectors wroteBased on a review of select facility policies and procedures and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed to maintain documentation related to staff COVID-19 vaccination that included at a minimum that staff were provided education regarding the benefits and potential risks associated with COVID-19 vaccine, that staff were offered the COVID-19 vaccine, or information on obtaining COVID-19 vaccine, for one of one employee reviewed for COVID-19 vaccination (Employee 8).
February 28, 2025Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 10 citations
- E Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff and resident interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide adequate housekeeping and maintenance services to ensure a clean, safe, and orderly environment on 3 of six nursing units (300 400, and 500 Nursing Units, Residents 14, 3, 81, and 84) and at the facility's main entrance.
- E Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and resident and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that pain management was provided that was consistent with professional standards of practice for one of one resident reviewed (Resident 84).
- E Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, clinical record review, and staff and resident interview, it was determined that the facility failed to assess for the risk of side rail entrapment for 6 of 11 residents reviewed for accident hazards (Residents 3, 9, 12, 38, 71, and 262), and review the risk and benefits of side rail utilization with the resident or resident representative, and receive consent for the use of side rails for 5 of 11 residents reviewed for accident hazards (Residents 3, 9, 12, 59, 71).
- E Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of select facility policies, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a timely physician response to consultant pharmacist recommendations for three of five residents reviewed (Residents 21, 57, and 64).
- D Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to assess and implement interventions to maintain a resident's continence status for one of four residents reviewed (Resident 9).
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to store oxygen and respiratory care equipment consistent with professional standards of practice for two of two residents reviewed for respiratory care (Residents 28 and 74).
- D Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and resident and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to administer medication to a resident based on professional standards of practice resulting in the potential for a significant medication error for one of 5 residents reviewed for administration of medications (Resident 262).
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure appropriate medication security for one of six nursing units (300 Hall Nursing Unit).
- D Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review, observation, and resident and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to assist a resident to obtain routine dental care for one of two residents reviewed for dental concerns (Resident 84).
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff and resident interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure accurate clinical documentation for one of 24 residents reviewed (Resident 100).
May 8, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan regarding pressure injury risk for one of four residents reviewed (Resident CR1). Findings Include: Review of Resident CR1's closed clinical record revealed a Minimum Data Set Assessment (MDS, an assessment done at specific intervals to determine care needs) dated March 7, 2024, revealed that the facility assessed Resident CR1 as being at risk of developing pressure ulcers and/or injury and indicated that a care plan regarding this risk would be developed. Review of Resident CR1's plan of care revealed that the facility did not develop a plan of care to address his risk of pressure ulcer and/or injury until April 3, 2024, two days after his discharge from the facility.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on closed clinical record review, review of select facility policies and procedures, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide the highest practicable care regarding surgical incision assessments and treatments for one of 4 residents reviewed (Resident CR1).
March 29, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- E Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of clinical records, review of select forms and documents, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure an effective procedure for acquiring and dispensing medications for five of six residents reviewed (Residents 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6).
February 2, 2024Standard inspection · 8 citations
- E Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review, observation, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide the highest practicable care regarding physician ordered vital signs, interventions, and treatments for three of 24 residents reviewed (Residents 34, 76, and 99).
- E Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to develop and implement individualized person-centered care plans to address dementia and cognitive loss displayed by four of four residents reviewed (Residents 26, 52, 75, and 79).
- E Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure an appropriate response to consultant pharmacist recommendations for three of five residents reviewed for potentially unnecessary medications (Residents 37, 75, and 79).
- E Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to store food in a manner to prevent the potential spread of foodborne illness in the therapy suite and the facility's pantry for six of six nursing units (100, 200, 300, 400, 500 and Ravine Ridge Nursing Units).
- D Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of select facility policy and procedures, observations, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents could make choices about aspects of their lives that were significant to them, such as smoking, for one of 32 residents reviewed (Resident 315).
- D Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to develop and implement a baseline care plan that included instructions needed to provide effective care for one of four residents reviewed (Resident 314).
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on closed clinical record review, review of select policies and procedures, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure reconciliation of controlled medications upon discharge for one of three residents reviewed (Resident 111).
- B Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure complete and accurate Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for one of 24 residents reviewed (Resident 78).
Fire safety inspections
21 fire safety citations on file: 9 on January 29, 2026, 5 on February 28, 2025, 7 on February 2, 2024.
Every fire safety citation21 citations
- E Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- E Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
- E Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- E Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- E Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- E Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- E Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- D Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- D Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- E Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- E Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- E Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- E Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- C Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- E Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- E Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- E Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- E Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
- C Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- C Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- C Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 4.14 | 3.89 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.58 | 0.79 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.68 | 3.53 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.46 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 1.11 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 43.0% | 44.5% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 45.5% | 39.9% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 3 |
CMS expects 3.68 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 4.33 on weekdays and 3.68 on weekends, 15% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 16.1% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 4.02 in April to June 2025 to 4.14 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.14 | 0.58 | 4.33 | 3.68 | 16.1% | 0 of 90 | 118 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 4.04 | 0.52 | 4.22 | 3.60 | 10.4% | 0 of 92 | 119 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 4.01 | 0.49 | 4.20 | 3.52 | 15.7% | 0 of 92 | 120 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 4.02 | 0.50 | 4.19 | 3.59 | 14.8% | 0 of 91 | 118 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Pennsylvania, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.69 | 0.65 | 3.82 | 3.34 | 11.3% | 0.1% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Pennsylvania | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 15.9 | 16.8 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.6 | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.6 | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 2.2 | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 17.9 | 17.0 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 32.6 | 17.7 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 22.5 | 22.5 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 7.2 | 9.5 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 0.7 | 1.2 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: WILLIAMSPORT HOME.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheehan, Tammy | Contracted managing employee | Individual | 11/01/2021 | |
| Bogart, Ashley | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 11/01/2020 | |
| Connolly, Hien | Corporate director | Individual | 04/23/2019 | |
| Pote, Donald | Corporate director | Individual | 10/02/2018 | |
| Sheehan, Tammy | Corporate director | Individual | 10/28/2022 | |
| Atherholt, Sharon | Corporate officer | Individual | 04/28/2020 | |
| Barclay, Laurie | Corporate officer | Individual | 10/02/2018 | |
| Carey, Maureen | Corporate officer | Individual | 04/28/2020 | |
| Confair, Brette | Corporate officer | Individual | 11/24/2020 | |
| Dewar, Candy | Corporate officer | Individual | 04/26/2022 | |
| Evans, Susan | Corporate officer | Individual | 04/26/2021 | |
| Kremser, Winona | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/01/2009 | |
| Laychur, Renee | Corporate officer | Individual | 09/28/2021 | |
| Pagana, Kathleen | Corporate officer | Individual | 04/27/2021 | |
| Piccolo, Cathy | Corporate officer | Individual | 10/02/2018 | |
| Shipman, Patricia | Corporate officer | Individual | 10/02/2018 | |
| Stubler, Beth | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/01/2009 | |
| Affinity Health Services | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 11/02/2004 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 12 problems in this area, most recently on January 29, 2026: "Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason."
- How are medications reviewed, and how often are antipsychotic or sedating drugs used?Inspectors cited 7 problems in this area, most recently on January 29, 2026: "Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 4 problems in this area, most recently on February 28, 2025: "Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards."
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on January 29, 2026: "Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function."
- How long has the current administrator been here?CMS counts 3 administrators who left in the period it measured.
Other nursing homes nearby
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- Edenbrook North Williamsport, 2.4 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 54 citations
- Edenbrook South Williamsport, 2.4 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 67 citations
- Wecare at Sycamore Rehabilitation and Nursing Cent Montoursville, 3.8 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 85 citations
- Valley View Rehab and Nursing Center Montoursville, 5 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 35 citations
- Jersey Shore Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Ce Jersey Shore, 13.3 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 61 citations
- Muncy Place Muncy, 13.3 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 20 citations
- Watsontown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Watsontown, 14.4 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 56 citations
Pennsylvania contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Pennsylvania. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Pennsylvania Department of Health, Division of Nursing Care Facilities, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Pennsylvania Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, Department of Aging, 717-783-8975. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: Pennsylvania Department of Health Nursing Care Facility Locator, where Pennsylvania publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Williamsport Home, the's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Williamsport Home, the 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Williamsport Home, the get at its last inspection?
- 10 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on January 29, 2026. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
- Has Williamsport Home, the been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Williamsport Home, the accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Williamsport Home, the?
- CMS lists 18 owners and managers. Legal business name: WILLIAMSPORT HOME.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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