Page 20 of Best Nursing Homes in Pennsylvania

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 217 nursing homes in PA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in PA
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the PA Depts. of Human Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Pennsylvania average is: 69.2% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
The Patriot, a Choice Community ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Somerset
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 108
Rank #126 / 204
51.3%
Facility 51.3%
PA AVG 75.2%
Rank #145 / 165
-32%
3.13
Facility 3.13
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #161 / 183
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -42%-21%
$132.6k
Facility $132.6k
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #180 / 184
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #157 / 178
9.6
Facility 9.6
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #176 / 178
339-
55
Facility 55
PA AVG 50
Rank #97 / 212
Patriot Senior Living Operating Company LLC
$9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #148 / 167
$4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #160 / 167
46.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #125 / 167
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Loyalhanna Senior Suites and Personal Care ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
HOS
IL
RC
SNF
Latrobe
84
Facility 84
PA AVG 108
Rank #109 / 204
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3.85
Facility 3.85
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #110 / 183
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +50%-2%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #1 / 184
62
Facility 62
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #174 / 178
4.4
Facility 4.4
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #124 / 178
377-
18
Facility 18
PA AVG 50
Rank #178 / 212
Loyalhanna Health Care Associates
$9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #147 / 167
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #149 / 167
55.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #80 / 167
395860
Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Fayetteville
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 108
Rank #90 / 204
45.0%
Facility 45.0%
PA AVG 75.2%
Rank #156 / 165
-40%
3.51
Facility 3.51
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #134 / 183
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ -38%-11%
$17.3k
Facility $17.3k
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #151 / 184
26
Facility 26
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #112 / 178
5.2
Facility 5.2
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #148 / 178
245-
23
Facility 23
PA AVG 50
Rank #164 / 212
Paramount Senior Living At Fayetteville LLC
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #132 / 167
$5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #141 / 167
54%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #86 / 167
395721
Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
IL
PC
RC
SNF
Johnstown
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 108
Rank #173 / 204
95.8%
Facility 95.8%
PA AVG 75.2%
Rank #8 / 165
+27%
3.88
Facility 3.88
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #110 / 183
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -100%-2%
$22.3k
Facility $22.3k
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #155 / 184
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #173 / 178
4.9
Facility 4.9
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #138 / 178
446-
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 50
Rank #46 / 212
Johnstown Pc Opco LLC$3.4M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$2.8M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.82.8%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.395439
Marian Manor-
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Pittsburgh (Banksville)
118
Facility 118
PA AVG 108
Rank #69 / 204
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27
Facility 27
PA AVG 50
Rank #158 / 212
$7.7MFiscal year ending 05/2023
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 05/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #155 / 167
$6.0MFiscal year ending 05/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 05/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #135 / 167
77.7%Fiscal year ending 05/2023
Facility 77.7%Fiscal year ending 05/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #27 / 167
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Overview of Brethren Village – Terrace Crossing

Brethren Village, Terrace Crossing operates a full senior living community in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Services cover independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and home care. Residents in independent living manage their own routines, while assisted living provides help with dressing, bathing, and medications. Specialized supervision keeps memory care residents secure, and round-the-clock nursing staff handles complex medical care. The broad range of support lets people adjust their care plans as health demands change over time. Short-term rehabilitation, respite care, aquatic programs, and fitness classes round out the physical wellness offerings.

Operated directly by Brethren Village, the 98-bed setting maintains a managed environment for its residents. Scheduled transportation options help people reach off-campus appointments and stores, which proves useful given the location’s walk score of 44, where standard errands generally require a vehicle.

Older adults looking into long-term or step-up care options in Lancaster can connect with Brethren Village to gather details or arrange a site visit.

Contact Brethren Village – Terrace Crossing

Overview of William Penn Senior Suites and Personal Care

William Penn Senior Suites and Personal Care offers independent living, assisted living, nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice care, and respite care in Jeannette, Pennsylvania. Independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock; hospice care supports end of life care, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care options may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time. The community has 108 beds, giving it the capacity to serve residents across these levels of care. Rehabilitation services are available through the community’s care offerings, so residents can receive rehabilitation without arranging it elsewhere.

A Walk Score of 66 places the area in the somewhat walkable band. Some errands can be completed on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently for those trips. William Penn Health Care Associates operates the community.

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Overview of Lutheran Senior Life Passavant Community

Lutheran Senior Life Passavant Community in Zelienople, Pennsylvania, offers assisted living, memory care, nursing home, and skilled nursing care. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care is secured and supervised for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available within the community. That can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level does not require leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 68 beds. Passavant Retirement And Health Center operates Lutheran Senior Life Passavant Community.

Rehabilitation services and outpatient therapy are available during recovery. Meals are prepared by a chef. A Walk Score of 73 means most errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Forest City Personal Care

Taking in assisted living, residential care, memory care, nursing home care, skilled nursing, palliative care, and respite care. Forest City Personal Care operates in Forest City, PA. Assisted living puts staff beside a resident for bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is secure and supervised, which is what a wandering risk requires.

Somebody with a nursing license is awake in the building at all hours. Palliative care is the comfort work that goes alongside a serious illness. Temporary rehabilitation and the wider rehabilitation services cover the recovery-focused stay. Respite care is booked when the person who normally provides the care has to be elsewhere for a while.

Thirty-six beds make this a small place, and a resident moving up a level does it here rather than somewhere new. FCNRC LP operates the community.

At 51 on Walk Score, the area comes out somewhat walkable, which leaves some errands on foot for a resident who no longer drives

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Overview of The Village at Lifequest

The Village at Lifequest in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, features a full spectrum of housing and care options, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and standard nursing home support. Active residents in independent living enjoy private apartments with access to community services. Assisted living provides personal care help with tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication, while round-the-clock licensed nurses oversee skilled nursing residents. Short-term rehabilitation therapy is also available for individuals recovering from illness or surgery. Access to these progressive care levels enables people to stay in the community even as health needs change over time.

Lifequest Nursing Center operates this 141-bed community. Property features include nature trails for spotting local wildlife alongside an active Residential Life program. A walk score of 76 rates the surrounding area as very walkable, meaning many daily errands can be handled on foot without relying on a vehicle.

Prospective representatives exploring senior living choices in Quakertown can get in touch with The Village at Lifequest to inquire about openings or schedule a visit.

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Overview of Sanatoga Court

Sanatoga Court provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care in Pottstown, PA. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care, while assisted living supports daily tasks and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering.

Several care levels share one campus. Sanatoga Court may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time and who could move between care levels without leaving the community. The community has 85 beds, with 49% occupied, so not all available beds are in use. Housing includes studios and one bedroom units, allowing a resident to choose between a single room layout and a separate bedroom, and pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. The community is operated by 227 Evergreen Road Operations.

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Lehigh Commons

1680 Spring Creek Road, Macungie, PA 18062
Overview of Lehigh Commons

Lehigh Commons provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in an 80-bed setting in Macungie, PA. The community has a secure dementia care unit for those living with memory-related conditions. Moreover, nursing services are available for those who require continuous clinical support.

The community allows residents to keep pets, so someone moving in with an animal can continue living with that companion. A salon and barber service also gives residents access to personal grooming on-site. Those seeking short-term stays are also welcome with respite services, giving their usual caregivers time to rest.

In collaboration with We Honor Veterans, the community honors veterans through a program centered on recognizing their service. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 67 means some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some nearby errands independently.

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Overview of The Village at Lifequest

With 141 beds, The Village at Lifequest offers independent living, assisted living, nursing home, and skilled nursing in Quakertown, PA. The community also provides Alzheimer’s care for residents with memory-related conditions. Moreover, rehabilitation services are available, along with short-term rehab, providing recovery support after an illness, surgery, or hospital stay.

A Walk Score of 76 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Moreover, nature trails offer views of local wildlife.

Contact The Village at Lifequest

Overview of Beechwood Court at Lafayette Manor

Beechwood Court at Lafayette Manor is a 64 bed nursing home in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, offering skilled nursing and memory care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care.

Personal Care is also a listed program. A Walk Score of 64 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot for a resident who no longer drives. Beechwood Court at Lafayette Manor is operated by Lafayette Manor Lmi and may suit someone who needs ongoing nursing care alongside supervised memory care.

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Overview of Holland Senior Living Community

Situated in Holland, PA, Holland Senior Living Community provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community has a secure dementia care unit which aims to ease the risk of wandering for those with memory-related conditions. Residents have access to services whenever needed, with 24-hour staffing available. With a 152-bed capacity, the community also accommodates those seeking short-term stays to provide time for their usual caregivers to rest.

Occupancy is at 34.2%, and residents can use the fitness center, indoor pool, walking paths, indoor greenhouse, woodworking shop, and 250-seat auditorium for exercise, outdoor movement, hobbies, and organized events. Restaurant-style dining serves three meals daily with options for personal preferences, while scheduled transportation covers shopping and errands. A staff chaplain provides spiritual care, and Twining Retirement Community operates the community.

Contact Holland Senior Living Community

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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • 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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Nursing Homes in Pennsylvania at a glance

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: 3.1/ 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
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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 217 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.