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Avalon Care Center
3410 W. Pittsburgh Rd, New Castle, PA 16101
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Avalon Care Center, in New Castle, Pennsylvania, is certified for 84 beds under for-profit, limited liability company ownership and belongs to the Wecare Centers chain.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, below the Pennsylvania median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 3 and quality measures 3.
Inspectors recorded 29 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (10, 11, 8 by cycle, most recent first), 3 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 34.5 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 22.2.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $20K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.3 hours per resident per day (0.6 RN), close to the Pennsylvania median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 55.6%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Lawrence Co. median | Pennsylvania median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 4 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 29 | 10 | 26 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 34.5 | 12.7 | 22.2 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.3 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 55.6% | 55.3% | 44.3% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $19,888 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (8 in the county, 656 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Pennsylvania average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 12 Jun 2026, 26 Jun 2025.
Severity mix: J ×1 G ×2 D ×17 E ×9
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Jun 2026 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 12 Jun 2026 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 12 Jun 2026 | F0761 | 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. | E | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 12 Jun 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 12 Jun 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 12 Jun 2026 | F0848 | Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 12 Jun 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 8 May 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 8 Jun 2026 |
| 15 Apr 2026 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | D | Complaint investigation | 26 May 2026 |
| 17 Dec 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Jan 2026 |
| 26 Jun 2025 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Standard survey | 7 Aug 2025 |
| 26 Jun 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 7 Aug 2025 |
| 26 Jun 2025 | F0584 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Aug 2025 |
| 26 Jun 2025 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Standard survey | 7 Aug 2025 |
| 26 Jun 2025 | F0868 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | D | Standard survey | 7 Aug 2025 |
| 26 Jun 2025 | F0919 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | D | Standard survey | 7 Aug 2025 |
| 1 May 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 1 May 2025 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 29 Apr 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 24 Oct 2024 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Complaint investigation | 3 Dec 2024 |
| 24 Oct 2024 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Dec 2024 |
| 3 Jul 2024 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 3 Jul 2024 | F0761 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 3 Jul 2024 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | E | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 3 Jul 2024 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 3 Jul 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 3 Jul 2024 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 1 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Apr 2024 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Apr 2025 | Fine | $11,737 | |
| 29 Feb 2024 | Fine | $8,151 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Pennsylvania average. Turnover: nursing staff 55.6%, RNs 56.3%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Pennsylvania median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 6.7% | 15.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 3.7% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 3.7% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 7.4% | 16.1% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 6.5% | 4.5% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 20.4% | 17.2% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Ava Opco Llc. Chain: Wecare Centers (13 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ava Holdco LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/01/2024 |
| Kja Upmc4 LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/01/2024 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Lawrence County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Convalescent Home, Inc | New Castle | 91 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1.1 | — | 13 Dec 2024 |
| Jameson Nursing and Rehab Center | New Castle | 78 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 5.1 | — | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Shenango Presbyterian Seniorcare | New Wilmington | 32 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 3.1 | — | 22 Sep 2023 |
| Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing At New Castle | New Castle | 62 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 16.1 | $8K | 8 May 2026 |
| Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing At New Wilmington | New Wilmington | 115 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 7.8 | — | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Quality Life Services - New Castle | New Castle | 204 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 26 | 12.7 | — | 21 May 2026 |
| Edison Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | New Castle | 118 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 38 | 32.2 | $8K | 17 Apr 2026 |
All 8 facilities in Lawrence County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Avalon Care Center been cited for?
29 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 3 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Pennsylvania median is 26 per facility.
Has Avalon Care Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $20K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Avalon Care Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.3 hours per resident per day against a Pennsylvania median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Avalon Care Center?
It is part of the Wecare Centers chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Ava Holdco LLC and Kja Upmc4 LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Avalon Care Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 12 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 12 Jun 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.