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Best Nursing Homes in Abington, PA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 nursing homes in Abington, PA using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in PA
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Abington, PA. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Abington, PA. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Abington, PA. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.

2 facilities compared · CMS & PA Dept. of Health data

Lima Estates
NH
AL
IL
MC
Media
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 94
Rank #399 / 555
62.3%
Facility 62.3%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #336 / 518
-21%
4.54
Facility 4.54
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #78 / 207
+122%+10%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 210
----5A+
24
Facility 24
PA AVG 46
Rank #511 / 668
-
$16.5M
Facility $16.5M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #113 / 209
$8.3M
Facility $8.3M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #134 / 209
50.7%
Facility 50.7%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #165 / 209
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Garden Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
AL
IL
MC
Willow Grove
173
Facility 173
PA AVG 94
Rank #34 / 555
71.2%
Facility 71.2%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #257 / 518
-10%
3.59
Facility 3.59
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #168 / 207
-92%-13%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 210
-
45
Facility 45
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #171 / 207
4.1
Facility 4.1
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #121 / 207
1133-
54
Facility 54
PA AVG 46
Rank #249 / 668
Bh Opco Holdco LLC
$13.9M
Facility $13.9M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #159 / 209
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #129 / 209
49.2%
Facility 49.2%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #24 / 209
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Overview of Lima Estates

Tucked away in the serene area of Montgomery County, Media, PA, Lima Estates is an astonishing senior living community that offers independent living and assisted living services. The community offers an array of beautiful senior living apartments set in 54-acres of beautifully maintained ground. As a non-profit community, Lima Estates does not have an investor to satisfy, allowing them to fully commit instead on providing amazing care to the residents.

The community conducts a wide array of stimulating activities and programs to keep residents active, healthy, and entertained. Residents also relish a dining experience, featuring carefully prepared meals catered to their dietary needs and tastes. Here, residents are given access to the necessities of a fulfilling retirement life, including compassionate care services, a friendly management team, vibrant activities, and excellent dining experiences.

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Overview of Garden Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Overlooking the charming neighborhood of Willow Grove, PA, Garden Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a welcoming senior living community, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The community guarantees each resident with excellent support and care services tailored to their individual needs and care goals, ensuring a fast and comfortable recovery process. Residents here are offered comfortable accommodations and an excellent care team consisting of doctors, nurses, therapists, and social workers who work hand-in-hand to deliver exceptional care.

In addition to continuous care, the community offers a diverse range of activities to stimulate, engage, and entertain residents, including regular performances, bingo, and more. Nestled within abundant greenery, the community provides a safe and relaxing healing space that allows them to stay active or relax. With round the clock support, excellent support systems, and dynamic programs, residents here are bound to enjoy a dynamic and comfortable life.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Abington, PA

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Pennsylvania?

Assisted living in Pennsylvania is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Pennsylvania Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 2 nursing homes in Abington, PA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Abington, PA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Abington, PA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Abington, PA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.