Quick answers
- Where is Pickering Manor Home?
- 226 North Lincoln Ave, Newtown, PA 18940, in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
- What is the phone number of Pickering Manor Home?
- (215) 968-3878, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Pickering Manor Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Pickering Manor Home been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Pickering Manor Home.
- What did inspectors find at Pickering Manor Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (November 8, 2023 to September 18, 2025), Medicare lists 4 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (November 8, 2023 to September 18, 2025), Pickering Manor Home had 4 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 5.93 hours per resident per day; the Pennsylvania average is 3.90 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: September 18, 2025 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 18, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0689 Level E
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
Previous cycle: October 31, 2024 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: October 31, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
Earlier cycle: November 8, 2023 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: November 8, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (23)
E0006 Level F
“Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.”
E0013 Level F
“Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.”
E0036 Level F
“Establish emergency prep training and testing.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0345 Level E
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0923 Level E
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
E0004 Level C
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0009 Level C
“Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.”
E0024 Level C
“Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.”
E0025 Level C
“Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.”
E0037 Level C
“Establish staff and initial training requirements.”
E0039 Level C
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0321 Level E
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0914 Level E
“Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”
K0923 Level E
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0222 Level E
“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.”
K0324 Level E
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0100 Level C
“Meet other general requirements.”
K0281 Level C
“Install proper backup exit lighting.”
K0355 Level C
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Pennsylvania | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 1.02 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.44 | 0.90 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.47 | 2.22 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 5.93 | 3.90 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 5.41 | 3.52 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.69 | 0.55 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 44.9% | 44.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 47.1% | 39.4% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 47 |
| Average residents per day | 43.2 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Community Welfare Council of Newtown |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1984-01-01 |
| Part of a continuing care retirement community | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 226 North Lincoln Ave, Newtown, PA 18940 |
| County | Bucks County |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (215) 968‑3878 |
| CMS Certification Number | 395597 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Chandler Hall Health Services1.0 mi · Newtown, PA · 5 of 5 stars
- Pennswood Village1.1 mi · Newtown, PA · 5 of 5 stars
- Crestview Center1.9 mi · Langhorne, PA · 2 of 5 stars
- Holland Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing2.7 mi · Holland, PA · 3 of 5 stars
- Oxford Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center3.7 mi · Langhorne, PA · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- St Mary Medical Center3.9 mi · Langhorne, PA · Acute Care Hospital
- Capital Health Regional Medical Center9.4 mi · Trenton, NJ · Acute Care Hospital
- Lower Bucks Hospital9.7 mi · Bristol, PA · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13