B

THORNWALD HOME

442 WALNUT BOTTOM ROAD, CARLISLE, PA 17013
Score: 71 / 100

With a score of 71/100 and a B grade, Thornwald Home is a well-regarded option in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 68th percentile statewide.

Staffing at Thornwald Home is near the national average, with 4.13 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 16 deficiencies at Thornwald Home. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.13 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.90 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.84 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.38 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.74 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.63 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

16
Total Deficiencies
Dec 10, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 16 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0641 Severity E
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Dec 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0606 Severity D
    Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
    Dec 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Dec 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0909 Severity D
    Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
    Dec 10, 2025 · Environmental Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity G
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Jul 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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 3.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.8% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 13.4% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.4% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 28.3% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 14.1% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 33.8% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $9,110

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 71 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -0 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Certified Beds
83
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 10, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5