Attorney General files legal action against Nursing Facility...
by News Department on 07/02/15Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane announced Wednesday that her office has filed a legal action against a chain of nursing home companies accused of misleading consumers by failing to provide basic services to elderly and vulnerable residents.
The legal action asserts Golden Gate National Senior Care LLC, which manages and operates 36 facilities statewide, commonly known as Golden Living Centers, one of which is in Pottsville, also known as York Terrace, violated the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law by deceiving consumers through its marketing practices.
The investigation also included a review of staffing levels self-reported by Golden Living facilities and deficiencies cited in surveys conducted by the state Department of Health.
Those with concerns regarding Golden Living facilities or other health care facilities are encouraged to contact the Office of Attorney General's Health Care Section by calling 877-888-4877.
