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Pennypack Rehab And Care Center

8015 Lawndale Avenue

4.1(115 ratings)· Philadelphia average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
54
Stay type
Offers respite and short-term rehabilitation stays
Facility size
Small building, described as tiny by reviewers
Ownership history
Has changed ownership multiple times over the years

What Families Think

Most reviewers describe Pennypack as a small, clean facility with attentive nursing, PT/OT, and social work staff who genuinely cared about residents and communicated well with families. A handful of reviews raise serious concerns about supply shortages, slow call-button response, and one allegation of a cycle of unnecessary hospital transfers, so experiences appear to vary.

The Good

  • Warm, friendly staff repeatedly praised by families
  • Strong therapy (PT/OT) team highlighted often
  • Clean, well-maintained building noted by many
  • Small size creates a personal, community feel
  • Good communication with family members reported
  • Respite and short-term stays available

The Bad

  • One serious report of repeated unnecessary hospital transfers and poor communication
  • Several reviewers noted slow or unanswered call-button response
  • One report of running out of basic supplies like bed pans and wipes
  • One reviewer said quality declined after ownership changes

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Pennypack Rehab And Care Center is a senior living community in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Housekeeping and Laundry Service. Families rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 115 reviews.

About Pennypack Rehab And Care Center

Pennypack Rehab and Care Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The center serves residents needing rehabilitation and ongoing medical support, with a 4.1-star rating across 115 reviews.

Families consistently praise individual staff members, nurses, CNAs, physical therapists, and administrators, describing them as caring, kind, and professional. Several reviewers highlighted responsive communication from management and personalized therapeutic approaches. However, reviews also surface operational concerns: call buttons occasionally go unanswered or receive delayed response, the physical environment is described as outdated and cramped by some families, and one family wrote that supplies like bed pans and wipes have run out. A few reviewers reported inconsistent room conditions and housekeeping standards.

The facility generates strong and weak reactions in roughly equal measure. Five-star reviews emphasize warm staff interactions and successful rehabilitation outcomes, while one-star reviews question operational practices and facility maintenance. Families navigating care decisions should ask directly about call-button response protocols, room assignments, and supply management to understand whether recent improvements address earlier concerns.

Types of Care at Pennypack Rehab And Care Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of Pennypack Rehab And Care Center

4.1overall · 115 ratings combined

4.1★ on Google (115)

Michael Callahan (BIG CHEF)

Jun 2026

via Google

The therapy team is very good. Its a small building so there is a gooid community atmosphere

Eileen

Jun 2026

via Google

Pleasant and professional care it is a great facility for people with all physical and or mental challenges. I give it 5 starts

Lauretta Collier

Jun 2026

via Google

Love going there to see my sister ,they are taking really good care of her and she's happy there

Pat Feamster

Jun 2026

via Google

Very attentive, great after care. I would suggest this facility.

john reed

May 2026

via Google

The entire staff really care for the patient

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Government Inspection History

10 inspection visits in the last three years, 31 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

May 22, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

  • Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 30, 2026

Jan 2, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 3, 2026

Nov 14, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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 Dec 5, 2025

Aug 21, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 2, 2025

Jun 6, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard12 citations
  • Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 11, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 22, 2025

  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 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, isolatedCorrected Jul 22, 2025

  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 22, 2025

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 22, 2025

  • Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 22, 2025

  • Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 22, 2025

  • Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 22, 2025

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 22, 2025

  • List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 3, 2025

  • Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 3, 2025

Nov 18, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 25, 2024

Aug 26, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
  • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 10, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 10, 2024

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2024

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2024

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2024

  • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2024

Mar 18, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 5, 2024

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 5, 2024

Aug 9, 2023Health Complaint2 citations
  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 29, 2023

  • 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 Aug 29, 2023

Jul 24, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 22, 2023

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 Pennypack Rehab And Care Center offer?

Pennypack Rehab And Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Pennypack Rehab And Care Center located?

Pennypack Rehab And Care Center is located at 8015 Lawndale Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

What do families say about Pennypack Rehab And Care Center?

Most reviewers describe Pennypack as a small, clean facility with attentive nursing, PT/OT, and social work staff who genuinely cared about residents and communicated well with families. A handful of reviews raise serious concerns about supply shortages, slow call-button response, and one allegation of a cycle of unnecessary hospital transfers, so experiences appear to vary.

How did Pennypack Rehab And Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Pennypack Rehab And Care Center had 10 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 31 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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