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HomePennsylvaniaAvalon Care Center

Avalon Care Center

3410 W. Pittsburgh Rd, New Castle, PA 161017246584781WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.9on Google(34 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
84
certified
2 fine(s) totaling $19,888

How Avalon Care Center Compares in Pennsylvania

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Pennsylvania. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
2/5
PA average
3.0/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
PA average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
3/5
PA average
3.0/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.28 hrs/day
PA average
3.89 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.59 hrs/day
PA average
0.79 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
55.6%
PA average
44.5%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the Pennsylvania average of 3.0/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Pennsylvania average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.28 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.89.
Reported RN time is 0.59 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.79.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
13
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 3, 2024
Most recent cycle
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 26, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 4 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$10,981/mo
Pennsylvania median
Private Room
$11,932/mo
Pennsylvania median
Lawrence County 65+
19,351
22.5% of county
County Population
85,907
Lawrence County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Avalon Care Center is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in New Castle, Pennsylvania with 84 certified beds. It has been operating since 2001. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
84
Avg Residents/Day
75.9
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 8, 2001
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Lawrence
Last Inspection
Jun 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9
Weighted Score
83.8
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (27)

F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 8, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Apr 15, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Dec 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0628Potential for Harm

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0868Potential for Harm

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0919Potential for Harm

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0835Potential for Harm

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Survey: May 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Apr 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Oct 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: Jul 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jul 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0814Potential for Harm

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Survey: Jul 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0655Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Jul 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Jul 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Feb 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Feb 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0698Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$19,888
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineFeb 29, 2024
$8,151
FineApr 29, 2025
$11,737

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.87 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.82 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.59 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.28 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.05 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.10 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
55.6%
RN Turnover
56.3%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (10)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
AVA HOLDCO LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%May 1, 2024
KJA UPMC4 LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AMay 1, 2024
GRINSPAN, ARYEH5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AMay 1, 2024
KORN, ELI5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AMay 1, 2024
WIELGUS, GEDALIAH5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AMay 1, 2024
COLEMAN, SILVIACONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMay 1, 2024
MAGDA, JERZYCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMay 1, 2024
LEHMAN, EPIPHANYW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMay 1, 2024
GRINSPAN, ARYEHCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 1, 2024
WIELGUS, GEDALIAHCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 1, 2024

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Avalon Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Pennsylvania facilities
Avalon Care Center
New Castle, PACurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $19,888
Quality Life Services - New Castle
New Castle, PA1,056 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Haven Convalescent Home, INC
New Castle, PA2,640 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Edison Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
New Castle, PA1.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $12,740
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at New Castle
New Castle, PA1.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $8,018
Jameson Nursing and Rehab Center
New Castle, PA4.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at New Wilmington
New Wilmington, PA8.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Avalon Care Center
New Castle, PA · Current facility
—2/52/53/5$19,888
Quality Life Services - New Castle
New Castle, PA
1,056 ft3/53/52/5None recorded
Haven Convalescent Home, INC
New Castle, PA
2,640 ft5/55/54/5None recorded
Edison Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
New Castle, PA
1.7 mi1/51/52/5$12,740
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at New Castle
New Castle, PA
1.9 mi4/54/52/5$8,018
Jameson Nursing and Rehab Center
New Castle, PA
4.4 mi5/55/52/5None recorded
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at New Wilmington
New Wilmington, PA
8.7 mi4/54/52/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Avalon Care Center?▾
Avalon Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Avalon Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Pennsylvania is $10,981/month for a semi-private room and $11,932/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Avalon Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Avalon Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Avalon Care Center had 9 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jun 26, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 2 fine(s) totaling $19,888.
What are the staffing levels at Avalon Care Center?▾
Avalon Care Center provides 3.28 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.59 RN hours, 0.82 LPN hours, and 1.87 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 55.6%.
How many beds does Avalon Care Center have?▾
Avalon Care Center has 84 certified beds with an average of 75.9 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Wecare Centers chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Avalon Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Pennsylvania, including 5 in New Castle. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Avalon Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Avalon Care Center has a rating of 2.9 out of 5 based on 34 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

Part of Wecare Centers

This chain operates 13 facilities. View all →