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SUGAR CREEK CARE CENTER

351 CAUSEWAY DRIVE, FRANKLIN, PA 16323
Score: 43 / 100

CMS data shows Sugar Creek Care Center earning a D grade with a score of 43/100, placing it below most facilities in Pennsylvania. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.

With 3.17 total nurse hours per resident per day, Sugar Creek Care Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 33 deficiencies at Sugar Creek Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.17 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.56 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.78 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.82 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.83 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.32 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

33
Total Deficiencies
Dec 22, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 32 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0842 Severity D
    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar
    Dec 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0561 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
    Nov 12, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Nov 12, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Nov 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity D
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Nov 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 6.3% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 6.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 26.9% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.5% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 17.1% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 12.5% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 27.2% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 43 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
148
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 28, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
20