Dave Hoglund
Jun 2026
Outstanding care for my brother. Professional in all regards. Keep up the great work!
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- Government, State
- Certified beds
- 171
- Inspections
- View history (37 citations)
- Location
- Adjacent to Benjamin Rush State Park and PA Guard armory
- Admissions
- Veteran and spouse placed on separate waiting lists
- Spiritual Care
- Chaplains available for services and spiritual counseling
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families of veterans generally describe Delaware Valley Veterans' Home as clean, well-staffed, and caring, with several reviewers praising the nursing and medical care their loved ones received. A handful of reviewers raised serious concerns about inconsistent mask enforcement during COVID, a hostile social dynamic among some residents/staff, and an unsettling interaction involving a staff member and a visiting child.
The Good
- Staff frequently described as caring and attentive
- Facility repeatedly called clean and well-maintained
- Strong praise for medical and hospice care
- On-site chapel, canteen, barber shop, and library
- Organized activities like casino nights and craft shows
- 24-hour security presence noted as reassuring
The Bad
- Several reports of inconsistent mask/COVID safety enforcement
- One detailed report of bullying and cliquish behavior among residents
- One report of a staff member making hurtful remarks to a child
- One reviewer noted spouses of veterans face separate admission waitlists
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home is a senior living community in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania offering Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 46 reviews.
About Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home
Delaware Valley Veterans' Home (DVVH) is located in northeast Philadelphia, adjacent to the 275-acre Benjamin Rush State Park and directly across the street from the PA National Guard's Southampton Armory. The home showcases a patriotic theme throughout, with flags, murals and displays honoring the veterans who reside there.
DVVH offers levels of care tailored to residents' specific health needs, including nursing care and memory care, supplemented by an array of clinical services such as medical, clinical, and nursing services; drug and nutritional therapy; rehabilitative services including physical, occupational, and recreational therapy; dental services; and social services. An on-site medical director and dedicated clinicians provide a continuum of health care, supported by a 24-hour nursing staff who tailor care plans to each resident's dietary, social and spiritual needs. An on-site licensed pharmacist provides a full range of pharmacy services.
Residents enjoy an active daily schedule of organized programs, including art and music therapy led by the visiting Philadelphia Arts and Education Partnerships and military ball-themed dances. Leisure options include card and board games in the community room, relaxing on an outdoor patio bordered by meadow and woodlands, and access to an on-site canteen snack shop, library, barber shop, beautician, and chapel. Chaplains are available for religious services and spiritual counseling.
A professional food service manager and clinical dietitian provide well-balanced meals that can be modified for individual dietary and therapeutic needs. Social Services Department professionals offer counseling and information on community resources, and a certified team of security officers ensures a safe environment around the clock. Homes are equipped with vans and buses, some with adaptive devices, to transport residents to community activities and medical appointments, and volunteers assist with activities, mail delivery, visits, and mealtimes.
Each furnished room offers a personal living space that residents can decorate with military treasures, family photos, and favorite quilts, providing a safe and cheerful retreat. Cable TV and Internet access are available, along with a library and snack bar/gift shop known as the Canteen.
Types of Care at Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Outdoor Patio
- Salon / Barber
- Security
- Transportation Services
Activities
- Arts and Crafts
- Games
- Religious Services
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home
4.3overall · 46 ratings combined
4.3★ on Google (46)
Brian Mcginley
Mar 2026
Huge Shout out to the Delaware Veterans Home staff, Parx Casino and Chickie and Petes for sponsoring Casino Night on Wed. March 11th for their residents. My mother ,who is a current resident had a great time. We enjoyed the Chickie and Pete's fries and she was happy she won at the roulette table. Great fun had by all!
Jerry Schweiger
May 2025
If I could give negative stars 🌟 I would. I came in to visit a family friend and my child has disabilities One of this facilities Food Service Workers, a lady named Laura saw my child and stared and kept repeating "that child isn't NORMAL " There wasn't a confrontation or yelling, but it made my child cry because a adult was mean to her and she didn't understand what she did wrong to be ostracized like that. Something needs to be done with that lady because she doesn't belong around people or children if she's going to make disrespectful remarks about them.
D VON
Mar 2025
I read with interest the previous review authored by a family member whose parents spent their last days at this facility. She went to the facility every day because her parents wouldn't eat the food there (with good reason - see PA Department of Health Survey report conducted April 29, 2022.).<br><br>The daughter who wrote the review assumed that her genuine interest in, and care for, her parents would be welcomed by the facility. Sadly, she was sorely mistaken. She was not alone when she witnessed "Sooo many hidden things . . . sooo many hurtful things happening there on a daily basis."<br><br>There is a powerful, manipulative, clique in this facility that operates with a junior-high-schoolesque "mean girl" mentality. Designated residents, residents who comply with the clique's rules without question, are recruited and rewarded. Together, the clique members insidiously isolate, bully, and punish designated outsiders, residents and family members alike. This behavior is condoned and perpetuated at the highest administrative level.<br><br>The physical aspects (the cover) of this facility appear to be strong and competent. It presents as a quality, well managed, facility that cares for all resident veterans and welcomes family members. Don't be fooled. The pages in this book are rotten, a grim reality that renders it weak and incompetent. Kudos to the perceptive reviewer who had the courage to expose this facility for what it is.
Terry Frizzle
Dec 2023
Tell you that Dad being a vet that his wife of 60+ years can join him. What they don't tell you is each on separate lists to get in
Government Inspection History
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 37 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Apr 15, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 16, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 8, 2026
Dec 12, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 29, 2025
Jul 24, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard13 citations
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 26, 2025
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 26, 2025
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 26, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 22, 2025
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 26, 2025
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 26, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 22, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 22, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 22, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 22, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 22, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 22, 2025
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 26, 2025
Oct 18, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 15, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
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.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Sep 10, 2024Health Complaint4 citations
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 19, 2024
Dec 21, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 31, 2024
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 31, 2024
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 19, 2024
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home offer?
Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home offers Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home located?
Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home is located at 2701 Southampton Rd in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What do families say about Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home?
Families of veterans generally describe Delaware Valley Veterans' Home as clean, well-staffed, and caring, with several reviewers praising the nursing and medical care their loved ones received. A handful of reviewers raised serious concerns about inconsistent mask enforcement during COVID, a hostile social dynamic among some residents/staff, and an unsettling interaction involving a staff member and a visiting child.
How did Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home do on recent health and safety inspections?
Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 37 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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