Brethren Village
Lancaster, PA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 395328) · 120 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (717) 569-2657 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Brethren Village has a CMS overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the Pennsylvania state average of about 3 stars. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
Brethren Village reports total nurse staffing of 5.21 hours per resident per day, including 0.78 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 4 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 38.1%.
Brethren Village has no federal fines on record and no payment denials according to CMS data. However, CMS displays its abuse icon for this facility, so families should review the full inspection record on Care Compare.
About this facility
Brethren Village is a non-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Lancaster, PA, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since May 5, 1975. The facility has 120 certified beds with an average of 110.8 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Brethren Village holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the state average (Pennsylvania's average is 2.97). The facility's four component ratings are: Health Inspection rating of 2 stars, Quality Measure rating of 5 stars, and Staffing rating of 4 stars.
Nurse staffing data shows total nurse hours per resident per day of 5.21, including 0.78 RN hours per resident per day. The nursing staff turnover rate is 38.1%.
Regarding the penalty record: CMS reports no federal fines on record for this facility (0 fines, $0.00 total), and no payment denials.
Important: CMS displays its abuse icon for Brethren Village, indicating the facility has been cited for abuse-related deficiencies. Families should review the detailed inspection record on Care Compare before making a decision.
There is no indication in the CMS data that Brethren Village is part of a multi-facility chain, nor is there a Special Focus Facility designation on record. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator.
Data sourced from CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Brethren Village has an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which CMS lists as at the Pennsylvania state average of 2.97.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Brethren Village is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 5.21 hours per resident per day, including 0.78 RN hours, with a staffing rating of 4 stars and a nursing turnover rate of 38.1%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No. CMS reports zero fines, $0.00 in total fines, and no payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
Yes, CMS displays its abuse icon for Brethren Village; there is no Special Focus Facility designation on record.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Brethren Village has 120 certified beds and an average daily population of 110.8 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a non-profit corporation, and the CMS data provided does not indicate it is part of a chain.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
Brethren Village was first approved for Medicare and Medicaid certification on May 5, 1975.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Health Inspection (2 stars), Staffing (4 stars), Quality Measures (5 stars), and an Overall rating (3 stars) that combines these components.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The CMS data provided does not specify service lines; contact the facility at 7175692657 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This data set does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 7175692657 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the full, up-to-date record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/395328?state=PA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.