ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE
1412 LANSDOWNE AVENUE, Darby, PA 19023
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How ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE Compares
ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE is a 273-bed for-profit nursing facility in Darby, Pennsylvania. It holds an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Pennsylvania average of 3.0 stars. Its lowest sub-rating is staffing at 1 star. Its rate of falls resulting in major injury (1.1%) is below the Pennsylvania average of 3.2%, a favorable sign for resident care. With 273 certified beds, it operates near capacity at roughly 92% occupied.
Among the 2 nursing facilities ElderVoice tracks in Darby, 1 hold a 5-star rating and the local average is 3.0 stars.
By the numbers vs. Pennsylvania average
- Falls with major injury: 1.1% — better than the Pennsylvania average of 3.2% (67% lower).
- High-risk pressure ulcers: 4.2% — better than the Pennsylvania average of 4.8%.
- Short-stay rehospitalization: 25.6% — worse than the Pennsylvania average of 22.5%.
Comparisons use CMS Care Compare data (updated September 9, 2026) measured against Pennsylvania averages across 656 facilities tracked by ElderVoice.
Questions to Ask ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE
Use these facility-specific questions when calling admissions, touring the building, or comparing ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE with other nursing homes in Darby.
How is ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE addressing its staffing levels rating?
CMS currently rates this category 1 out of 5 stars, so ask what specific improvements are underway and when the next survey update is expected.
What practices help ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE keep falls with major injury below the state average?
Falls with major injury is 1.1% here versus 3.2% across Pennsylvania. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
How does ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE maintain staffing when occupancy is high?
The facility reports roughly 92% occupancy across 273 certified beds, so ask how staffing is adjusted during full census periods.
How can a new family connect with existing councils at ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE?
Active resident or family councils can provide useful context about daily life, responsiveness, and recurring concerns.
Where does ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE lag behind other Darby options?
Its 1-star overall rating is below the local average of 3.0 stars across 2 facilities. Ask administrators what differentiates this home despite the rating gap.
What would the first 30 days look like for a new resident at ST FRANCIS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE?
Ask who builds the care plan, how medication changes are communicated, how often families receive updates, and who to call after hours.
The Senior Community Around Darby
Darby sits in Delaware County, where adults 65 and older make up about 16.5% of the population — a share of seniors in line with Pennsylvania as a whole (18.3% statewide). The area's median household income is higher than the state average, reflecting a higher cost of living.
- Residents 65+
- 93,043 (16.5%)
- Median age
- 38.9 years
- Median household income
- $76,238
- Median home value
- $247,900
Demographics for Delaware County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Darby.
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