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

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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Lutheran Community at Telford
NH
IL
MC
SNF
Telford
125
Facility 125
PA AVG 108
Rank #55 / 204
58.4%
Facility 58.4%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #139 / 187
-19%
4.99
Facility 4.99
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #38 / 182
+43%+20%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #35 / 178
1.2
Facility 1.2
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #12 / 178
-73-
65
Facility 65
PA AVG 50
Rank #80 / 214
Lutheran Community At Telford
$12.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $12.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #113 / 167
$15.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $15.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #31 / 167
126.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 126.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #12 / 167
395804
Cornwall Manor
NH
AL
HC
IL
RC
SNF
Cornwall
45
Facility 45
PA AVG 108
Rank #179 / 204
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #69 / 187
+11%
5.79
Facility 5.79
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #13 / 182
+14%+40%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #42 / 178
2.3
Facility 2.3
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #42 / 178
-36-
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 50
Rank #197 / 214
Cornwall Manor
$33.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $33.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #14 / 167
$17.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #22 / 167
51.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #94 / 167
395180
The Hill at Whitemarsh
NH
AL
CCRC
MC
RC
SNF
Lafayette Hill
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 108
Rank #165 / 204
48.1%
Facility 48.1%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #161 / 187
-33%
5.81
Facility 5.81
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #13 / 182
+46%+40%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #1 / 178
1.0
Facility 1.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #1 / 178
-25--Whitemarsh Continuing Care Retirement Community
$8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #153 / 167
$19.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $19.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #17 / 167
237.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 237.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #5 / 167
396113
Chapel Pointe at Carlisle
NH
IL
SNF
Carlisle
61
Facility 61
PA AVG 108
Rank #148 / 204
67.2%
Facility 67.2%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #116 / 187
-6%
5.30
Facility 5.30
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #25 / 182
+19%+28%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #11 / 178
2.0
Facility 2.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #26 / 178
-41-
74
Facility 74
PA AVG 50
Rank #54 / 214
The Alliance Home Of Carlisle, Pa, Inc
$11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #119 / 167
$9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #85 / 167
83.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 83.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #22 / 167
395923
Beaumont At Bryn Mawr
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
PC
RC
SNF
Bryn Mawr
18
Facility 18
PA AVG 108
Rank #203 / 204
72.2%
Facility 72.2%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #100 / 187
0%
7.86
Facility 7.86
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #1 / 182
+42%+90%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #11 / 178
2.0
Facility 2.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #26 / 178
-13-
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 50
Rank #197 / 214
Beaumont Retirement Community Inc
$21.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #49 / 167
$14.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #37 / 167
67.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 67.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #35 / 167
395753
Frederick Living – Aspen Village
NH
IL
MC
SNF
Zieglerville (Lower Frederick Township)
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 108
Rank #201 / 204
61.3%
Facility 61.3%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #133 / 187
-15%
4.79
Facility 4.79
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #50 / 182
-45%+15%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #1 / 178
1.0
Facility 1.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #1 / 178
-19-
29
Facility 29
PA AVG 50
Rank #157 / 214
Frederick Mennonite Community
$4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #165 / 167
$9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #79 / 167
199.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 199.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #8 / 167
395656
Foxdale Village
NH
SNF
State College
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 108
Rank #142 / 204
85.9%
Facility 85.9%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #53 / 187
+20%
6.62
Facility 6.62
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #7 / 182
-12%+60%
$8.0k
Facility $8.0k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #123 / 184
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #46 / 178
2.7
Facility 2.7
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #65 / 178
155-
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 50
Rank #2 / 214
Foxdale Village Corporation
$5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #162 / 167
$11.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #57 / 167
212.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 212.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #6 / 167
395838
Paul’s Run Retirement Community
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
RC
SNF
Philadelphia
170
Facility 170
PA AVG 108
Rank #29 / 204
--
3.72
Facility 3.72
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #122 / 182
+6%-10%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #80 / 178
5.0
Facility 5.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #141 / 178
-114A+
66
Facility 66
PA AVG 50
Rank #75 / 214
Pauls Run Inc
$15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #90 / 167
$16.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $16.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #25 / 167
107.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 107.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #15 / 167
395738
St. Anne’s Retirement Community
NH
IL
MC
SNF
Columbia
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 108
Rank #129 / 204
--
4.88
Facility 4.88
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #43 / 182
+4%+18%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #25 / 178
2.5
Facility 2.5
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #53 / 178
-74-
77
Facility 77
PA AVG 50
Rank #43 / 214
St Anne's Retirement Community Inc
$17.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $17.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #80 / 167
$14.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $14.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #35 / 167
86%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 86%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #21 / 167
395806
Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Newtown
130
Facility 130
PA AVG 108
Rank #51 / 204
93.7%
Facility 93.7%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #27 / 187
+30%
2.96
Facility 2.96
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #163 / 182
-29%-29%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #53 / 178
2.3
Facility 2.3
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #42 / 178
-122A+
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 50
Rank #188 / 214
Bpsh Holdings LLC
$17.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #79 / 167
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #126 / 167
39.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #152 / 167
395188

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Overview of Lutheran Community at Telford

Lutheran Community at Telford offers independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Telford, PA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Because the community offers multiple care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Respite care is also available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.

The community has 125 beds and accepts Medicare and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 59 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident. Ellen Shrager serves as director.

A Walk Score of 65 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot; scheduled transportation is also available for local shopping destinations. Residents can use the heated indoor pool, receive rehabilitation services, and choose made-to-order selections prepared by an in-house culinary team. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving into the community.

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Cornwall Manor

1 Boyd Street, Po Box 125, Cornwall, PA 17016
Overview of Cornwall Manor

Cornwall Manor in Cornwall, PA, carries independent living, assisted living, home care, nursing home care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Independent living is residential and nothing more, with nobody scheduling the day. Assisted living and the nursing services add hands-on help by degrees. Short respite stays handle the unplanned kind of gap, when the house is mid-renovation or the heat has gone out.

A resident whose needs shift over the years does not have to change address to match. There are 45 beds, which puts the building in the smaller band, where the list of names to learn stays short on both sides of it. Pets are allowed, so a companion animal can come along at move-in.

Fitness equipment is on site and art programs run on the calendar. There is an organic farm as well. Rehabilitation and therapy services reach residents through the home’s health services program.

Daily nursing clocks in at 5 hours and 48 minutes a resident. Cornwall Manor bills Medicare and private pay: Medicare for the weeks following a hospital discharge, private funds for whoever is writing the check after that.

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Overview of The Hill at Whitemarsh

The Hill at Whitemarsh is a renowned retirement community in Lafayette Hill, PA, that offers a wide range of care options, ranging from assisted living to skilled nursing. Here, older adults can live actively and experience a laid-back lifestyle with its resort-like setting. The community also offers restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping, and 24/7 emergency response to meet residents’ needs. With its commitment to enriching residents’ living experiences, the community promotes holistic wellness through its high-quality services.

Cooking classes, art exhibits, and a variety of hobby clubs provide residents with opportunities to learn and interact with peers. The community also features a clubhouse, a poolhouse, and a gym, encouraging residents to utilize their state-of-the-art amenities for leisure and wellness. Set in a quiet residential area of Lafayette Hill, the community ensures residents can relax. This retirement community is one of the best choices for senior living in Pennsylvania, especially with its comprehensive care options and thoughtfully designed amenities.

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Overview of Chapel Pointe at Carlisle

Chapel Pointe at Carlisle offers nursing home, independent living, and skilled nursing in Carlisle, PA. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having these care levels together may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who wants to remain in the same community.

The community has 61 beds, with total nurse staffing of 5h 18m per resident per day. That represents the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicare for short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid for a longer stay when savings may not cover it, and private pay.

A Walk Score of 74 means most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Chef-prepared menus shape the dining offering, while a beauty salon and barbershop provide grooming services within the community. Rehabilitation services give residents access to rehab through the community. The Alliance Home Of Carlisle, Pa operates Chapel Pointe at Carlisle.

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Overview of Beaumont at Bryn Mawr

Enjoy the highest quality of care with Beaumont at Bryn Mawr, an esteemed community located in Bryn Mawr, PA, offering assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. A compassionate and well-trained team provides exceptional care tailored to residents’ unique needs, ensuring their comfort and safety. This not-for-profit community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents will not run out of things to do, with a well-thought-out calendar of recreational activities and social events catering to their interests and strengths. Mealtimes also foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. Proving its high-quality standards, the community was awarded one of the U.S. News and World Report’s Best Nursing Homes for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care.

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Overview of Frederick Living – Aspen Village

Frederick Living, Aspen Village provides independent living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Zieglerville, Pennsylvania. Independent living offers private residences paired with community services, whereas memory care supplies a secured setting with supervision for individuals experiencing cognitive decline. Short-term rehabilitation and respite care programs assist residents recovering from health events or needing temporary stays.

Nestled in the Lower Frederick Township area, this 31-bed community operates under the management of Frederick Mennonite Community. Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 47 minutes per resident. Financial arrangements include Medicare for qualifying short-term care, Medicaid, and direct private payment.

Families can reach out to Frederick Living, Aspen Village to arrange a tour of the facility, review current bed availability, or evaluate covered payment choices.

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Foxdale Village

500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, PA 16801
Overview of Foxdale Village

Foxdale Village is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in State College, Pennsylvania. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical oversight. The community has 64 beds and an 86% occupancy rate, meaning most beds are currently in use.

Foxdale Village opened in 1990 and accepts Medicare and private pay. Eligible residents can use Medicare for short term skilled care after a qualifying hospital stay, while private pay covers care directly. Total nurse staffing is 6 hours and 37 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Foxdale Village may be a good fit for someone whose care needs call for around the clock nursing oversight.

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Overview of Paul’s Run Retirement Community

Welcoming guests and residents with its spacious accommodation in Belmont Ave., Philadelphia PA, Paul’s Run Retirement Community is a remarkable retirement community that offers Independent Living, Personal Care, Skilled Nursing, Rehab, and Respite Care. Ensuring that the residents are comfortable, Paul’s Run features a variety of floor plans ranging from studio rooms to 2-bedroom suites. 

The amenities of Paul’s Run include a library, computer room, salons and barbershops, gardens, and outside patios which allow the residents to enjoy their time alone or with friends. Fostering stronger bonds with friends and the community, Paul’s Run orchestrates social events, recreational activities, and programs on art and fitness. As a non-profit Lutheran community, Paul’s Run has been providing quality and practical care since 1981. With respect to individuality, the residents may choose a retirement plan that suits their preferences and needs, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction.

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Overview of St. Anne’s Retirement Community

Offering a continuum of care across independent living, nursing home, and memory care settings, St. Anne’s Retirement Community is a nursing home in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The 75-bed community is operated by St. Anne’s Retirement Community Inc under owner Jeffrey Funk. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care costs. Its location on Columbia Avenue is in a very walkable neighborhood, with a Walk Score of 77.

The home serves residents needing both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. Daily nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 4 minutes per resident. Care is provided by a full-time team of registered nurses, nurse aides, licensed practical nurses, and licensed vocational nurses.

The facility has 24-hour staffing. It also offers rehabilitation services, respite care, and short-term rehabilitation programs for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or a hospital stay.

Anne’s operates three specialized units, including skilled care and personal care options with memory support for residents experiencing cognitive decline, as well as an Original Style Villa. The community has an occupancy rate of 72%. Residents stay an average of 233 days, which is a mix of short-term post-acute residents and those needing longer-term care. Social services, dietary services, and activities and recreation programs are available here.

With the home’s walkable location, many errands and services are within walking distance. The neighborhood setting can be convenient for residents who enjoy walking and family members planning to visit.

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Overview of Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Tucked away in Bucks County, Newtown, PA, Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a reliable senior care provider that offers rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, and long-term care. The community commits itself to providing high-quality care to residents with the help of an exceptional team of skilled professionals devoted to making residents feel as safe and comfortable as possible. Residents here are provided with personalized care plans and access to clinical services as well as various therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies.

The community makes sure residents are provided with a safe, secure, and comfortable residence that fosters quick recovery and healing with spacious residents suites and cozy indoor and outdoor resident lounges. Residents are able to stay engaged, connected and stimulated through an array of group activities and monthly events. With nutritious and healthy meals and snacks, the community makes sure residents have the energy and nutrients they need to stay healthy and the energy to help them recover as quickly as possible.

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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. 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
No paid rankings Facilities cannot pay to influence placement.
How we're paid: If we help you find a home and you move in, that home may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
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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: 3.4/ 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
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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.