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Best Nursing Homes in Pennsylvania

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 177 nursing homes in Pennsylvania 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: 3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Pennsylvania. 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: 3.4/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Pennsylvania. 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: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Pennsylvania. 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

Compare Nursing Homes around Pennsylvania

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

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

Dock Woods
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Lansdale
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 94
Rank #293 / 555
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #95 / 518
+8%
4.69
Facility 4.69
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #62 / 207
-6%+13%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 210
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 83
Rank #193 / 460
---70-
21
Facility 21
PA AVG 46
Rank #524 / 668
Living Branches
$26.4M
Facility $26.4M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #45 / 209
$11.5M
Facility $11.5M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #84 / 209
43.8%
Facility 43.8%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #188 / 209
395557
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Allentown (Rittersville)
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 94
Rank #251 / 555
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #194 / 518
-3%
3.51
Facility 3.51
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #174 / 207
+19%-15%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 210
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 83
Rank #112 / 460
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #46 / 207
1.4
Facility 1.4
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #19 / 207
-69-
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 46
Rank #237 / 668
Lee-Anne Liberatore
$16.0M
Facility $16.0M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #140 / 209
$7.2M
Facility $7.2M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #127 / 209
45.1%
Facility 45.1%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #76 / 209
395171
Homestead Village
NH
AL
IL
MC
Lancaster (Rohrerstown)
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 94
Rank #203 / 555
57.0%
Facility 57.0%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #392 / 518
-28%
5.33
Facility 5.33
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #26 / 207
-23%+29%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 210
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 83
Rank #112 / 460
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #46 / 207
3.5
Facility 3.5
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #97 / 207
-51-
16
Facility 16
PA AVG 46
Rank #559 / 668
Douglas Motter
$21.4M
Facility $21.4M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #57 / 209
$12.2M
Facility $12.2M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #68 / 209
57%
Facility 57%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #162 / 209
395720
Dunwoody Village
NH
MC
NC
RC
Newtown Square
81
Facility 81
PA AVG 94
Rank #289 / 555
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #37 / 518
+18%
5.96
Facility 5.96
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #13 / 207
+13%+44%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 210
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 83
Rank #193 / 460
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #31 / 207
2.5
Facility 2.5
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #53 / 207
-66-
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 46
Rank #184 / 668
Maureen Casey
$40.1M
Facility $40.1M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #30 / 209
$21.7M
Facility $21.7M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #17 / 209
54%
Facility 54%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #80 / 209
395329
Friendship Village of South Hills
NH
AL
IL
MC
Upper St Clair (Boyce)
102
Facility 102
PA AVG 94
Rank #199 / 555
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #172 / 518
0%
3.93
Facility 3.93
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #141 / 207
+3%-5%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 210
81
Facility 81
PA AVG 83
Rank #274 / 460
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #92 / 207
5.0
Facility 5.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #141 / 207
-78-
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 46
Rank #611 / 668
Dina Stover
$30.2M
Facility $30.2M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #61 / 209
$14.6M
Facility $14.6M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #39 / 209
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #86 / 209
395688
Barclay Friends
NH
AL
MC
RC
West Chester (North Franklin Street)
103
Facility 103
PA AVG 94
Rank #196 / 555
49.5%
Facility 49.5%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #438 / 518
-37%
4.70
Facility 4.70
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #62 / 207
+12%+13%
$9.4k
Facility $9.4k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #154 / 210
74
Facility 74
PA AVG 83
Rank #348 / 460
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #1 / 207
1.0
Facility 1.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #1 / 207
-61A+
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 46
Rank #421 / 668
Barclay Friends
$19.0M
Facility $19.0M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #98 / 209
$11.7M
Facility $11.7M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #70 / 209
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #56 / 209
395848
The Hill at Whitemarsh
NH
AL
MC
RC
Lafayette Hill
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 94
Rank #431 / 555
48.1%
Facility 48.1%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #447 / 518
-39%
5.46
Facility 5.46
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #22 / 207
+46%+32%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 210
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 83
Rank #112 / 460
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #38 / 207
2.0
Facility 2.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #31 / 207
-25-
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 46
Rank #664 / 668
Bruce Ficken
$8.2M
Facility $8.2M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #17 / 209
$19.4M
Facility $19.4M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #21 / 209
237.4%
Facility 237.4%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #172 / 209
396113
Kirkland Village
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
RC
Bethlehem
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 94
Rank #383 / 555
46.9%
Facility 46.9%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #454 / 518
-40%
4.30
Facility 4.30
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #90 / 207
+46%+4%
$21.6k
Facility $21.6k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #176 / 210
84
Facility 84
PA AVG 83
Rank #220 / 460
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #53 / 207
4.0
Facility 4.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #115 / 207
-30A+
12
Facility 12
PA AVG 46
Rank #591 / 668
Presbyterian Homes, Inc
$26.2M
Facility $26.2M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #68 / 209
$8.9M
Facility $8.9M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #123 / 209
34.1%
Facility 34.1%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #194 / 209
395916
Kendal-Crosslands Communities
NH
AL
IL
MC
Kennett Square
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 94
Rank #437 / 555
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #299 / 518
-15%
6.47
Facility 6.47
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #6 / 207
+49%+56%
$12.7k
Facility $12.7k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #161 / 210
99
Facility 99
PA AVG 83
Rank #17 / 460
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #20 / 207
2.0
Facility 2.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #31 / 207
134-
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 46
Rank #603 / 668
Catherine Emig
$25.4M
Facility $25.4M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #38 / 209
$16.0M
Facility $16.0M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #42 / 209
63%
Facility 63%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #154 / 209
395388
Presbyterian Lodge
NH
AL
HC
IL
NC
PC
RC
Erie (Southwest Erie)
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 94
Rank #437 / 555
74.6%
Facility 74.6%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #216 / 518
-5%
4.60
Facility 4.60
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #70 / 207
+64%+11%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 210
-
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #38 / 207
3.0
Facility 3.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #71 / 207
-48-
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 46
Rank #135 / 668
Millcreek Manor
$4.6M
Facility $4.6M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #196 / 209
$3.0M
Facility $3.0M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #199 / 209
65.7%
Facility 65.7%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #101 / 209
395474
Garden Spot Village
NH
ADC
AL
IL
MC
New Holland
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 94
Rank #166 / 555
56.4%
Facility 56.4%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #397 / 518
-28%
5.15
Facility 5.15
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #32 / 207
+15%+24%
$8.0k
Facility $8.0k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #142 / 210
92
Facility 92
PA AVG 83
Rank #98 / 460
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #20 / 207
1.3
Facility 1.3
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #12 / 207
266-
32
Facility 32
PA AVG 46
Rank #445 / 668
Donald Aldrich
$10.1M
Facility $10.1M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #14 / 209
$19.0M
Facility $19.0M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #24 / 209
188%
Facility 188%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #187 / 209
396079
Gwynedd Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
NH
HC
MC
RC
Lansdale (Sumneytown Pike)
181
Facility 181
PA AVG 94
Rank #26 / 555
92.7%
Facility 92.7%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #36 / 518
+18%
4.09
Facility 4.09
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #111 / 207
-41%-1%
$24.1k
Facility $24.1k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #179 / 210
-
17
Facility 17
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #103 / 207
3.4
Facility 3.4
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #95 / 207
1172-
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 46
Rank #611 / 668
Michelle Taylor
$22.6M
Facility $22.6M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #94 / 209
$10.1M
Facility $10.1M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #77 / 209
44.5%
Facility 44.5%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #84 / 209
395479
Fountain View at Logan Square
NH
IL
MC
RC
Philadelphia (Center City)
101
Facility 101
PA AVG 94
Rank #201 / 555
63.4%
Facility 63.4%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #327 / 518
-19%
3.14
Facility 3.14
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #204 / 207
+20%-24%
$43.2k
Facility $43.2k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #190 / 210
77
Facility 77
PA AVG 83
Rank #315 / 460
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #181 / 207
3.6
Facility 3.6
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #103 / 207
164-
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 46
Rank #6 / 668
Steven Stefanelli
$17.4M
Facility $17.4M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #53 / 209
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #67 / 209
36.6%
Facility 36.6%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #167 / 209
395662
Freedom Village at Brandywine
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Coatesville
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 94
Rank #399 / 555
90.9%
Facility 90.9%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #48 / 518
+15%
4.23
Facility 4.23
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #99 / 207
+31%+2%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 210
-
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #31 / 207
1.7
Facility 1.7
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #27 / 207
-46A+
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 46
Rank #603 / 668
Danielle Geyer
$12.5M
Facility $12.5M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #42 / 209
$14.5M
Facility $14.5M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #55 / 209
116%
Facility 116%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #170 / 209
396062
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
395492
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Dock Woods

275 Dock Dr, Lansdale, PA 19446
Overview of Dock Woods

Dock Woods is a blissful senior living community settling on 108 wooden acres in Dock Drive, Lansdale, PA, that provides independent living. Featuring a wide range of spacious floor plans including one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and three-bedroom villas, the community ensures a peaceful and secure residence. Let go of worries and maximize independence with a kind and compassionate team handling the maintenance and household chores.

The community fosters a bright and friendly environment, orchestrating a wide selection of activities and programs for seniors’ enjoyment and well-being. Moreover, multiple dining venues are available for residents and their friends to indulge in healthy and delicious meals. Dock Woods is ideal for relaxation with its environment-friendly community surrounded by breathtaking sceneries and charming amenities.

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Overview of Westlake Woods by New Perspective

Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Erie, PA, the Westlake Woods by New Perspective is a welcoming senior living community offering assisted living services. Cozy and well-appointed accommodations are available and tailored to the needs and preferences of its residents. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, this community provides personalized care and support having a round-the-clock on-site and on-call nurse.

With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy housekeeping and laundry services, activity great room use, and services from on-site third-party physician providers. Indulge in chef-prepared meals of familiar recipes and flexible choices. Engage in a full calendar of activities for all abilities to boost social engagement. Meet new friends and create meaningful memories within its beautiful spaces like the garden patio. With the Westlake Woords by New Perspective, seniors can truly enjoy a worthwhile retirement.

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Overview of Riverton Enhanced Senior Living

Enter Riverton Enhanced Senior Living, where worry-free living takes center stage, and comfort reigns supreme. At every corner of this home, there’s an anticipation of something special, ensuring a sense of excitement and fulfillment for its residents. With round-the-clock availability of staff, housekeeping that keeps everything pristine, and chef-prepared meals that tantalize the taste buds, Riverton takes care of every detail.

The community sets the standard for comprehensive medical care, with all-inclusive pricing that provides transparency and peace of mind for everyone involved. Advanced technology and a team of motivated professionals ensure that safety and comfort are the guiding principles here. The offerings are a testament to their commitment, featuring three daily chef-prepared meals, a plethora of engaging social events, as well as the convenience of housekeeping and laundry services. 

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Dunwoody Village

3500 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073
Overview of Dunwoody Village

Settling on 83 acres of scenic land in West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA, Dunwoody Village is an astounding continuing care retirement community that provides personal care, skilled nursing, and memory support. The community strives to foster comfort and familiarity by providing a wide array of cozy and well-built studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Moreover, residents receive 24/7 care and support from a team of competent and highly skilled professionals committed to helping them with their daily lives.

Promoting a lively and inviting environment, Dunwoody Village encourages residents to mingle with friends and create lasting moments. To ensure residents are given the right attention and care, the community also features physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies within its premises. With its long history of caring since 1974, Dunwoody Village continues its unwavering dedication to improving seniors’ quality of life.

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Overview of Homestead Village

Homestead Village in Lancaster is a Life Plan community that boasts an environment filled with genuine kindness, compassion, and remarkable skill. Offering personal care, memory care, and skilled nursing services, seniors are guaranteed to maintain their individuality by allowing them to choose a lifestyle that fits their needs. Provided their delightful ambiance, management, and staff encourage residents to live vibrantly through socializing and making meaningful memories with people their age.

Homestead Village’s accommodations are focused on enhancing the lifestyles of each individual. Services and amenities include a fully-equipped kitchen, individually controlled air condition and heating systems, an emergency call system, walk-in showers with grab bar, a laundry room on each floor, and all utilities included in the building; services include in-house wellness nurse, social services support, maintenance of each apartment, flexible dining programs, and transportation to local areas.

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Overview of Country Meadows Retirement Communities

Country Meadows Retirement Communities is dedicated to enriching lives and creating a meaningful senior living experience in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. This vibrant community offers a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory support, and personal care. Situated overlooking the picturesque Tulpehocken Creek, the community provides not only a serene setting but also abundant opportunities for personal growth and fulfillment.

Residents of Country Meadows enjoy the culinary delights of chef-prepared meals, with staff available around the clock to ensure their well-being. The apartment-style living accommodations provide both comfort and privacy, while scheduled transportation ensures easy access to local attractions and services. Embracing the companionship of pets, the community is also pet-friendly, fostering a welcoming and homely atmosphere. Country Meadows Retirement Communities is committed to enhancing the lives of its residents through a variety of living options and services, making it a prime destination for seniors seeking a fulfilling and enriching retirement experience.

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Overview of Friendship Village of South Hills

At Friendship Village of South Hills, authenticity is at the core of everything they do. This exceptional community offers genuine care in a delightful atmosphere and environment, providing a range of services that encompass assisted living levels of care, memory care therapy, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Residents will relish the experience of small-town living and embrace the serenity of their surroundings, knowing that they have access to comprehensive nursing home care when needed.

A dedicated and compassionate staff ensures that every resident’s needs, whether in assisted living or memory care, are attentively met, fostering a sense of comfort and security. Therapies specifically designed for memory care therapy are readily available, promoting cognitive well-being and enhancing the quality of life. Certified medical professionals are on hand around the clock, offering peace of mind and personalized care, especially for those requiring nursing home care. The home epitomizes senior living at its finest, creating an environment where individuals can thrive and truly enjoy their golden years.

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Barclay Friends

700 N Franklin St, West Chester, PA 19380
Overview of Barclay Friends

Spend your best years at Barclay Friends, a distinguished community located in the harmonious neighborhood of West Chester, PA, offering independent living, personal care, memory care, skilled nursing, and long-term rehabilitation. A compassionate and highly trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to residents’ unique needs 24/7. Beautifully furnished and spacious studio and one-bedroom floor plans are also provided in a nurturing and friendly environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a thoughtfully curated slate of enriching programs and stimulating activities that aim to enhance their living experiences. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options served in a family-style setting. Medication support and therapy services are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community is ideal for those seeking comfort in retirement, especially with its comprehensive care and extensive amenities.

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Asbury Heights

700 Bower Hill Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
Overview of Asbury Heights

Asbury Heights, a historic and trusted provider of senior living services, has been a Pittsburgh staple for over 115 years. At Asbury Heights, the dedicated team has built a wonderful community that offers comprehensive accommodations for seniors in search of a spectrum of care. Offering independent living, personal care, nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care services, this community has maintained a high standard of service delivered with compassion. Asbury Heights truly feels like home to its residents. This community stands on a sprawling, beautiful campus with features for leisure activities; Asbury Heights is also equipped with a beauty salon, café, post office, and chapel. Nursing home residents are under inpatient or outpatient programs with therapy and other specific treatment plans. Furthermore, personal care and memory care residents have access to assistance with daily tasks with help from the dedicated staff. For those in search of independent living, Asbury Heights provides amenities and activities to encourage an active lifestyle.

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Overview of Homeland Center

Since 1866, Homeland Center has been a beacon of care and compassion in the bustling city of Harrisburg. This esteemed community has flourished over the years, offering care options that cater to the diverse needs of seniors. From dementia care and personal care to rehabilitation, skilled care, hospice care, home health care, and home personal care, Homeland Center leaves no stone unturned in ensuring that each resident receives the highest level of attention and support. The community offers a range of essential medical services on-site as well, including lab testing, therapies, podiatry, hearing evaluations, and medical transportation. 
From cozy studios to spacious two-bedroom suites, the home boasts ample spaces and inviting layouts. Residents are encouraged to bring their own cherished furnishings, allowing them to personalize their living spaces and make them truly feel like home. With individual dining requests and dietary preferences meticulously catered to, residents are also treated to gourmet meals that are a feast for the senses. Homeland Center is definitely a sanctuary where seniors can embark on a new chapter of their lives, filled with comfort and boundless possibilities.

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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 Pennsylvania

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 177 nursing homes in Pennsylvania. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Pennsylvania?

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 Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania?

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.