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Delaware Valley Veteran's Home

2701 SOUTHAMPTON RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19154

(215) 965-0301

www.dmva.pa.gov/paveteranshomes/DelawareValleyVeteransHome/Pages/default.aspx

171 licensed beds

CMS rates Delaware Valley Veteran's Home 4 out of 5 overall. Federal inspectors issued 35 citations across 11 inspections in the last three years, with $10,036 in fines. Listing last updated 2026-11-06.

★★★★★4/5CMS Five-Star overall2/5 health inspections5/5 staffing5/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare

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2701 Southampton Rd

Philadelphia, PA 19154

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Bed capacity

171

CMS facility ID

39A436

Care type

Nursing home

County

Philadelphia

Facility name

Delaware Valley Veteran's Home

Street address

2701 SOUTHAMPTON RD

City / state / ZIP

Philadelphia, PA 19154

Phone

(215) 965-0301

Website

www.dmva.pa.gov/paveteranshomes/DelawareValleyVeteransHome/Pages/default.aspx

About this facility — Delaware Valley Veteran's Home

Delaware Valley Veteran's Home is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is licensed for 171 beds — above the median for skilled nursing facilities in Pennsylvania (119 beds).

It is one of 135 senior care facilities in Philadelphia and 656 skilled nursing facilities across Pennsylvania. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

Federal inspectors have cited Delaware Valley Veteran's Home 35 times across 11 inspections in the last three years, including 4 food-safety citations, and CMS has imposed $10,036 in fines. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.

This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on November 6, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

Facility background

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Ownership type

Government - State

Regulatory standing

Licensed / certified since

2009-01-01

CMS overall rating

4 of 5 stars

Health deficiencies

5 at the last standard inspection

Federal fines

$10,036 total

Last standard inspection

2026-07-10

Nurse staffing

4.2 hours per resident per day

Services & coverage

Licensed beds

171

Medicare

Accepted

Medicaid

Accepted

Wheelchair accessible

entrance and parking

Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-11-06. Facilities can submit a correction.

Inspection record

Every citation, dated and graded.

Kitchen & food safety

Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 4 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.

2026-07-10Health inspection2 citations

F-0645

E · No harm found

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Corrected 2026-09-08

F-0728

D · No harm found

Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.

Corrected 2026-09-08

2026-04-15Health inspectionComplaint-triggered2 citations

F-0600

G · Actual harmFrom a complaint

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2026-04-16

F-0689

G · Actual harmFrom a complaint

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

Corrected 2026-05-08

8 earlier / fire-safety inspections (31 citations)

2025-12-12Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation

F-0757

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2025-12-29

2025-07-24Health inspectionComplaint-triggered7 citations

F-0604

D · No harm found

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Corrected 2025-09-22

F-0684

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

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

Corrected 2025-09-22

F-0689

E · No harm foundFrom a complaint

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

Corrected 2025-09-22

F-0690

D · No harm found

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

Corrected 2025-09-22

F-0804

D · No harm foundFood safety

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2025-09-22

F-0806

D · No harm foundFood safety

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Corrected 2025-09-22

F-0880

D · No harm found

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-09-22

2024-10-18Health inspection6 citations

F-0689

J · Immediate jeopardy

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

Corrected 2024-08-30

F-0699

E · No harm found

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Corrected 2024-11-22

F-0755

D · No harm found

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2024-11-22

F-0761

D · No harm found

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.

Corrected 2024-11-22

F-0814

D · No harm foundFood safety

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Corrected 2024-11-22

F-0835

D · No harm found

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

Corrected 2024-11-22

2024-09-10Health inspectionComplaint-triggered4 citations

F-0684

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

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

Corrected 2024-11-22

F-0725

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

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

Corrected 2024-11-22

F-0800

D · No harm foundFood safetyFrom a complaint

Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

Corrected 2024-11-22

F-0840

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.

Corrected 2024-11-22

2024-01-11Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation

F-0880

D · No harm foundFrom a complaint

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-02-19

2026-07-10Fire-safety inspection4 citations

E-0006

C · No harm found

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

Corrected 2026-09-11

E-0029

C · No harm found

Develop a communication plan.

Corrected 2026-09-11

K-0353

E · No harm found

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2026-09-11

K-0521

F · No harm found

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2026-09-11

2025-07-24Fire-safety inspection6 citations

E-0004

C · No harm found

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2025-09-26

K-0222

E · No harm found

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.

Corrected 2025-09-26

K-0293

E · No harm found

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2025-09-26

K-0311

E · No harm found

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

Corrected 2025-09-26

K-0324

E · No harm found

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2025-09-26

K-0355

E · No harm found

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2025-09-26

2024-10-18Fire-safety inspection2 citations

K-0353

E · No harm found

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-11-15

K-0372

E · No harm found

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2024-11-15

Federal penalties

2024-09-10Fine$10,036

Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 39A436.

Quality of care & staffing

How it compares in Pennsylvania.

Inspection citations, 3 years

More than 48% of nursing homes in the state

State median: 37

Federal fines, 3 years

$10,036

More than 63% of nursing homes in the state

State median: $0

Nurse staffing, hours per resident per day

4.2

Higher than 76% of nursing homes in the state

State median: 3.6

Nursing staff turnover, annual

26%

Higher than 8% of nursing homes in the state

State median: 45%

Resident outcomes

On 17 federal quality measures, this facility does better than the Pennsylvania average on 13 and worse on 2. Differences within 10% of the average are shown as near average.

Long-stay residents	This facility	State	US	Compared with state
Need for help with daily activities has increased	12.5%	16.4%	13.5%	Better than state
Lose too much weight	2.5%	6.0%	5.1%	Better than state
With a catheter inserted and left in their bladder	0.1%	0.6%	0.7%	Better than state
With a urinary tract infection	0.8%	1.4%	1.5%	Better than state
Have depressive symptoms	2.7%	13.8%	13.5%	Better than state
Were physically restrained	0.0%	0.2%	0.1%	Better than state
Experiencing one or more falls with major injury	0.9%	3.1%	3.2%	Better than state
Assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine	99.1%	87.8%	93.7%	Better than state
Ability to walk independently worsened	11.7%	15.4%	12.7%	Better than state
Received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication	14.4%	20.1%	19.5%	Better than state
Assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine	100.0%	93.7%	95.3%	Near state average
With pressure ulcers	6.4%	4.7%	4.5%	Worse than state
With new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence	14.1%	25.0%	18.3%	Better than state
Received an antipsychotic medication	5.8%	17.6%	15.4%	Better than state
Hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days	2.26	1.50	1.81	Worse than state
Outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days	0.41	1.13	1.69	Better than state

Short-stay residents	This facility	State	US	Compared with state
Assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine	75.0%	70.8%	82.3%	Near state average

Source: CMS MDS and Medicare claims quality measures, measure period 2025Q3-2026Q2. Averages are computed from all nursing homes reporting each measure.

Cited more than once

The same rule cited at separate inspections can point to a problem that wasn't fully fixed.

F-0689 3 inspections. Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
K-0353 2 inspections. Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
F-0684 2 inspections. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F-0880 2 inspections. Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Verify & compare

Where to check, and what's nearby.

Who to contact in Pennsylvania

Licensing: Pennsylvania Department of Health
File a complaint: 800-254-5164 · Online
Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 717-783-8975. A free advocate for residents and families.
Adult Protective Services: 800-490-8505. Some states send facility cases to licensing instead. In an emergency, call 911.
Eldercare Locator: 800-677-1116, a federal service for local aging help.

Nearest emergency hospitals

Nazareth Hospital, about 4.8 miles. CMS rating 2 of 5.
Holy Redeemer Hospital and Medical Center, about 4.9 miles. CMS rating 3 of 5.
Lower Bucks Hospital, about 6.5 miles. CMS rating 3 of 5.

Source: CMS Hospital General Information. Straight-line distance.

Nearby facilities with inspection records

Accela Rehab and Care Center At Somerton, Philadelphia, about 1.6 miles. CMS rating 1 of 5.
St John Neumann Ctr for Rehab & Healthcare, Philadelphia, about 1.7 miles. CMS rating 2 of 5.
Oakwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Philadelphia, about 2.0 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
Paul's Run, Philadelphia, about 2.5 miles. CMS rating 5 of 5.
Chapel Manor, Philadelphia, about 3.5 miles. CMS rating 1 of 5.

Visitor reviews

What people say on Google.

4.346 ratings on Google

★★★★★Brian Mcginley · 2026-03-15 · via Google
“Huge Shout out to the Delaware Veterans Home staff, Parx Casino and Chickie and Petes for sponsoring Casino Night on Wed. March 11th for their residents. My mother ,who is a current resident had a great time. We enjoyed the Chickie and Pete's fries and she was happy she won at the roulette table. Great fun had by all!”

★★★★★Dave Hoglund · 2026-06-25 · via Google
“Outstanding care for my brother. Professional in all regards. Keep up the great work!”

★★★★★Joel Heller · 2020-05-24 · via Google
“Great nursing home care for vets. Clean, excellent care, and staff cares about people. They took good care of my father.”

Ratings and reviews are from Google and reflect visitor opinions, not our verification. See all reviews on Google

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Last verified 2026-11-06

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