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Best Nursing Homes in Erie, PA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026
We analyzed 6 homes in Erie, PA

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Pennsylvania Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Compare Nursing Homes around Erie (Metro Area) The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.

6 facilities compared · CMS & PA Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Presbyterian Lodge
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Erie (Southwest Erie)
86
74.6%
Facility 74.6%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #74 / 170
-5%
4.60
Facility 4.60
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #61 / 167
-16% +11%
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 1.1
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #34 / 167
3.0
Facility 3.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #58 / 167
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
46 -
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 42
Rank #12 / 95
Millcreek Manor
$7.5M
Facility $7.5M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #162 / 169
$2.5M
Facility $2.5M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #161 / 169
34.1%
Facility 34.1%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #56 / 168
395474
Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Erie (Southeast Erie)
117
12.0%
Facility 12.0%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #168 / 170
-85%
4.00
Facility 4.00
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #105 / 167
-23% -4%
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 1.1
14
Facility 14
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #74 / 167
2.8
Facility 2.8
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #52 / 167
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
14 -
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 42
Rank #12 / 95
Erie Snf Operations Holdings Llc
$24.6M
Facility $24.6M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #58 / 169
$6.6M
Facility $6.6M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #100 / 169
27%
Facility 27%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #149 / 168
395042
Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Erie (Westwind)
115
89.2%
Facility 89.2%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #29 / 170
+13%
-
Facility -
PA AVG 4.15
- +21% -
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 1.1
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #65 / 167
2.2
Facility 2.2
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #38 / 167
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
- A
32
Facility 32
PA AVG 42
Rank #57 / 95
Guardian Healthcare Gol Group, Llc
$18.7M
Facility $18.7M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #103 / 169
$4.8M
Facility $4.8M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #135 / 169
25.7%
Facility 25.7%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #146 / 168
395200
Greenfield Health and Rehabilitation
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Erie
133
49.1%
Facility 49.1%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #139 / 170
-38%
3.22
Facility 3.22
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #161 / 167
-10% -22%
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 1.1
42
Facility 42
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #135 / 167
3.2
Facility 3.2
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #71 / 167
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
78 -
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 42
Rank #35 / 95
-
$5.9M
Facility $5.9M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #164 / 169
$2.1M
Facility $2.1M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #164 / 169
35.1%
Facility 35.1%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #82 / 168
395262
Saint Mary’s at Asbury Ridge
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Erie
164
59.0%
Facility 59.0%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #123 / 170
-25%
4.97
Facility 4.97
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #38 / 167
+44% +20%
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 1.1
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #18 / 167
1.3
Facility 1.3
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #11 / 167
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
66 -
-
Facility -
PA AVG 42
Barber, Bridget
$22.9M
Facility $22.9M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #84 / 169
$7.6M
Facility $7.6M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #85 / 169
33%
Facility 33%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #83 / 168
396081
Manchester Commons of Presbyterian Senior Care
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Erie
80
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #55 / 170
+2%
4.95
Facility 4.95
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #46 / 167
+1% +19%
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 1.1
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #79 / 167
5.0
Facility 5.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #115 / 167
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
72 -
-
Facility -
PA AVG 42
Presbyterian Homes In The Presbytery Of Lake Erie
$20.1M
Facility $20.1M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #90 / 169
$6.3M
Facility $6.3M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #109 / 169
31.5%
Facility 31.5%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #119 / 168
395996
Overview of Presbyterian Lodge

Presbyterian Lodge, located in Erie, Pennsylvania offers skilled nursing home care and an assisted living community with an array of common indoor spaces. What sets this place apart is its dedication to providing top-notch meals and, most importantly, round-the-clock staff availability for the well-being of residents. Whether it’s assisting with daily activities like transitioning from bed to wheelchair or ensuring a safe environment in emergencies, the team is always there to lend a hand.

The home also goes beyond the typical assisted living setup by offering skilled nursing home care, including diabetes monitoring for residents. They are also about fostering an active and social lifestyle. Here, residents will find numerous opportunities for movement and socialization, creating a true sense of community.

Contact Presbyterian Lodge

Overview of Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center

The Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center in Erie, Pennsylvania, is more than just a skilled nursing facility – it’s a place that cares for seniors. They also have a dedicated memory care unit to provide specialized support. The heartwarming team here goes above and beyond to ensure residents feel at home and receive the best care possible. They are all about providing personalized care, offering restorative medical services to meet the unique needs of their residents. Spread across a serene 9-acre campus, they’ve got a holistic approach to healthcare that covers various complex care modalities. Residents can enjoy comfort in one of their 131 private rooms thoughtfully designed for convenience.

Nightingale also never forgets to keep spirits high with engaging activities, outings, and community events for seniors. Plus, it’s conveniently close to UPMC Hamot and Mill Creek Hospital, so residents have easy access to extended care if needed. Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center is truly a caring community that families can trust.

Contact Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center

Overview of Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Nestled in Erie, Pennsylvania, Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center exists as an unparalleled healthcare provider for seniors. This facility offers a wide spectrum of services, including rehabilitation, long-term care, pharmacy support, and healthcare staffing. With 115 beds available in their skilled nursing facility, it’s a trusted choice for both short-term and long-term care, focusing on comfort, efficiency, and the integration of modern technology.

Walnut Creek is dedicated to personalized care, with a skilled interdisciplinary team meeting residents’ specific needs, from dietary preferences to nursing home requirements. Alongside their comprehensive care offerings, residents can also enjoy a range of nursing home activities designed to enhance their well-being. The facility boasts additional features such as a garden, salon, chapel services, transportation assistance, and high-speed wireless Internet access. Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is definitely a place that thrives in blending care, comfort, and community.

Contact Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Greenfield Health and Rehabilitation

A nursing facility that excels in delivering services based on dignity, respect, and positivity– Greenfield Health and Rehabilitation is Eerie’s premier choice. The nursing home is composed of a professional care staff who brings excellence to the recovery of every senior; residents can genuinely feel the high-end quality of care in a nurturing atmosphere. The lifestyle at Greenfield is focused on revitalizing senior recovery in a results-driven environment.

Expect quality with its community services: 24/7 skilled nursing with specialized therapy programs, post-hospital care, hospice care, home health care, and memory care services. Its comprehensive medical services include post-surgical recovery, pain management, IV therapy, cardiac care, therapy (speech, occupational, physical), wound care, tracheostomy care, and respiratory care– all delivered with 24/7 nursing and supervision.

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Contact Greenfield Health and Rehabilitation

Overview of Manchester Commons of Presbyterian Senior Care
Manchester Commons of Presbyterian Senior Care offers a range of services including personal care, skilled nursing, and dementia care. The facility emphasizes a person-centered approach to care, allowing residents to maintain independence while receiving necessary support. It provides a comfortable living environment with various amenities and dining options.

Contact Manchester Commons of Presbyterian Senior Care

Overview of Saint Mary’s at Asbury Ridge
Saint Mary's at Asbury Ridge is a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Erie, PA. It offers a full range of senior living and healthcare services, including independent living, residential living, rehabilitation services, skilled nursing care, Alzheimer's and memory care, respite care, and home care. The community is set on a beautiful 34-acre campus, providing a welcoming and caring environment for residents.

Contact Saint Mary’s at Asbury Ridge

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

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We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Erie, 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 6 nursing homes in Erie, PA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Erie, 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 Erie, 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 Erie, 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.