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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. 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.
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Pa (Rittersville)
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 108
Rank #103 / 204
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #82 / 187
+7%
3.24
Facility 3.24
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #154 / 182
+19%-22%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #66 / 178
2.2
Facility 2.2
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #36 / 178
-69-
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 50
Rank #95 / 214
Riverton Operator LLC
$16.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $16.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #87 / 167
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #119 / 167
45.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #131 / 167
395171
The Village at Morrisons Cove
NH
AL
HC
HOS
IL
RESC
SNF
Martinsburg
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 108
Rank #183 / 204
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #131 / 187
-13%
4.34
Facility 4.34
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #79 / 182
+49%+5%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
26
Facility 26
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #112 / 178
6.5
Facility 6.5
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #163 / 178
-25-
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 50
Rank #103 / 214
The Village At Morrisons Cove
$9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #143 / 167
$7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #109 / 167
79.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 79.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #24 / 167
395563
Country Meadows of Bethlehem V
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Bethlehem
126
Facility 126
PA AVG 108
Rank #54 / 204
48.4%
Facility 48.4%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #158 / 187
-33%
4.10
Facility 4.10
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #91 / 182
-20%-1%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #14 / 178
3.0
Facility 3.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #73 / 178
-61-
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 50
Rank #205 / 214
Country Meadows Of Northampton Associates LP
$10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #135 / 167
$6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #127 / 167
67.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 67.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #38 / 167
396053
Shenango Presbyterian Home
NH
IL
MC
SNF
New Wilmington
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 108
Rank #176 / 204
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #61 / 187
+18%
5.30
Facility 5.30
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #25 / 182
+127%+28%
$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
-39-
65
Facility 65
PA AVG 50
Rank #80 / 214
Shenango Presbyterian Seniorcare
$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #152 / 167
$4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #157 / 167
55.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #82 / 167
396105
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Utz Terrace
NH
IL
SNF
Hanover
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 108
Rank #176 / 204
89.1%
Facility 89.1%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #47 / 187
+24%
4.80
Facility 4.80
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #50 / 182
+28%+16%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #61 / 178
3.3
Facility 3.3
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #86 / 178
-41-
84
Facility 84
PA AVG 50
Rank #27 / 214
Spiritrust Lutheran
$11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #121 / 167
$5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #138 / 167
50%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #100 / 167
396111
Moravian Village of Bethlehem
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Bethlehem (Central Bethlehem)
250
Facility 250
PA AVG 108
Rank #9 / 204
--
4.91
Facility 4.91
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #43 / 182
+24%+18%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #35 / 178
1.5
Facility 1.5
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #18 / 178
-18-
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 50
Rank #90 / 214
Moravian Village Of Bethlehem
$17.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #73 / 167
$7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #113 / 167
42%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #143 / 167
396096
Homestead Village
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Lancaster (Rohrerstown)
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 108
Rank #90 / 204
57.0%
Facility 57.0%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #144 / 187
-21%
5.47
Facility 5.47
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #18 / 182
-23%+32%
$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
157-
16
Facility 16
PA AVG 50
Rank #186 / 214
Homestead Village Inc
$21.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $21.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #51 / 167
$12.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $12.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #52 / 167
57%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 57%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #74 / 167
395720
EverTrue Luther Crest
NH
AL
IL
MC
Allentown (Trexler Estates)
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 108
Rank #133 / 204
35.2%
Facility 35.2%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #184 / 187
-51%
4.78
Facility 4.78
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #50 / 182
+64%+15%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #42 / 178
3.5
Facility 3.5
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #94 / 178
-25-
28
Facility 28
PA AVG 50
Rank #158 / 214
Lutheran Senior Services East
$11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #126 / 167
$4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #153 / 167
45%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #132 / 167
395591
Juniper Village at Bucks County
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Bensalem
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 108
Rank #151 / 204
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #120 / 187
-7%
6.05
Facility 6.05
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #11 / 182
-2%+46%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
19
Facility 19
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #103 / 178
4.8
Facility 4.8
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #133 / 178
-40-
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 50
Rank #122 / 214
Juniper Village At Bensalem Operations LLC
$11.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #116 / 167
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #120 / 167
59.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 59.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #63 / 167
395864
The Community at Rockhill
NH
IL
MC
SNF
Sellersville
74
Facility 74
PA AVG 108
Rank #132 / 204
58.1%
Facility 58.1%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #141 / 187
-19%
4.93
Facility 4.93
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #43 / 182
-21%+19%
$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
-43-
57
Facility 57
PA AVG 50
Rank #91 / 214
The Community At Rockhill
$8.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #151 / 167
$11.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #66 / 167
125.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 125.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #13 / 167
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Riverton Enhanced Senior Living

803 North Wahneta Street, Allentown, Pa, PA 18109
Overview of Riverton Enhanced Senior Living

Located on North Wahneta Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Riverton Enhanced Senior Living is a 90-bed nursing home owned by Lee-Anne Liberatore and operated by Riverton Operator LLC. The community offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom accommodations in a mid-rise building. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care.

The community focuses on post-acute rehabilitation for people recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. Residents stay for an average of 146 days, reflecting its strong short-term rehabilitation program. The home has a current occupancy rate of 77%. Residents receive an average of 3 hours and 31 minutes of daily nurse staffing from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides. Care is available 24 hours a day.

Residents with memory loss can receive support through the Journeys Memory Care program. The community also provides life enrichment activities, personal care services, and respite care for families who need temporary stays.

Residents have access to a fitness center, salon, and spa for wellness and personal care. Meals are served in both a formal dining room and a casual restaurant-style bistro. Outdoor amenities include a courtyard, garden, patio, and walking paths. There’s an art studio for creative activities. Transportation, housekeeping, and laundry services are also available.

State inspections by the Pennsylvania Department of Health have identified concerns involving medication administration, staff training, and clinical care procedures. The community has submitted plans of correction to address these issues. Monthly rates start at $4,000. Families are encouraged to tour the community and review the current care plan before making a decision.

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Overview of The Village at Morrisons Cove

Owned by Karen Biddle, The Village at Morrisons Cove is a 40-bed nursing community in Martinsburg, Pennsylvania. The community also features a smaller-scale setting that supports individualized attention for residents and is currently operating at approximately 63% occupancy. Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay options are also accepted, providing families with various ways to cover the cost of skilled nursing services.

Care services are designed for individuals recovering from illness or injury as well as those who require long-term nursing support. An average of 4 hours and 40 minutes of nursing care daily is provided, including approximately 3 hours and 49 minutes of direct assistance from nurse aides. Additionally, the average length of stay is about 297 days, suggesting a combination of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care needs among older adults.

Located on South Market Street, the community has a Walk Score of 52, allowing access to some nearby destinations on foot while most trips remain more convenient by car. Furthermore, the location provides reasonable accessibility for visiting family members and guests.

Notably, corrective action plans are often implemented after findings identified in state inspections. Complaint investigations have not substantiated allegations. Prior concerns involving documentation, safety procedures, and care practices have also been corrected. No fines or enforcement actions have been reported.

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Overview of Country Meadows of Bethlehem V

Country Meadows of Bethlehem V offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite care in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Independent living means a resident has a private living space with community services and no daily care. Assisted living adds help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, while nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Hospice care focuses on comfort and support for someone at the end of life. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue within the community instead of requiring a move to a new setting. The community has 126 beds and is operated by Country Meadows Of Northampton Associates.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the family pays directly for care. Restaurant style dining includes professionally prepared meals and private dining options, and rehabilitation services include short term rehabilitation for a temporary, recovery focused stay. A salon or spa is available, and pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet when moving in.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 6 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time assigned to each resident. Assisted Living and Personal Care, Restorative Care, and Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation are among the specific programs available. The range of care options may be a good fit for someone who wants private living now but may need daily assistance, secured memory support, nursing care, or rehabilitation later.

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Shenango Presbyterian Home

238 South Market Street, New Wilmington, PA 16142
Overview of Shenango Presbyterian Home

Shenango Presbyterian Home offers nursing home, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in New Wilmington, PA. Independent living is for residents who do not need daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and personal care is available for help with daily tasks. The community has 46 beds. That smaller size may give staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other.

The range of care can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between care levels can happen within the same community. Rehab and skilled nursing are available through the community’s Rehab & Skilled Nursing program. A Walk Score of 65 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, Medicaid is relevant when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Total nurse staffing is 5h 18m per resident per day, representing the amount of nursing staff time allocated per resident across a day. Shenango Presbyterian Seniorcare operates the community.

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Overview of Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Utz Terrace

Two care types are written into what Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Utz Terrace does in Hanover, PA, independent living and skilled nursing. Independent living is a private residence with the community’s services around it, and no daily care included. Skilled nursing is the licensed kind, staffed on-site through the small hours as much as the working day. Respite is available too, for a short stay that buys a family caregiver room to travel or recover.

The two levels together fit a person whose needs are likely to grow, because the answer to the next stage is already on the property. Forty-six beds put this in the smaller band, where staff and residents get to know one another. One resident’s day comes with 4 hours and 48 minutes of nursing behind it.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are the listed ways to cover the cost, and Spiritrust Lutheran operates the community. Residences here come as cottages and apartments.

Walking paths give residents a marked route to use outdoors. A community center, a fitness center, a library, an arts studio, a salon, and lifelong learning courses cover exercise, creative work, grooming, and the wish to keep learning.

Rehabilitation is one of the named services, for a resident needing therapy in recovery or for function generally, and religious services are named too. Walkability rates 84 for this area, which is the very walkable band, and most errands can be handled on foot. Someone who has stopped driving can still reach a good deal of that alone.

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Overview of Moravian Village of Bethlehem

Moravian Village of Bethlehem is a trusted retirement community in Bethlehem, PA, that offers personal care and transitional care. Surrounded by lush trees and scenic mountain views, residents here are assured of having a laid-back stay. Chef-prepared dining, household management, and a 24-hour emergency response system are also among the community’s unique offerings. Prioritizing the well-being of older adults, the community employs a holistic approach to care tailored to their individual needs.

With a registered dietitian, meals are thoughtfully planned for residents’ preferences. The community’s cozy setting and beautiful scenery are also perfect for meditation and yoga. With its spacious pet-friendly amenities, residents can play with their pets. This senior living community is one of the ideal options to spend retirement in the historic district of Bethlehem, PA, especially with its top-notch services and home-like environment.

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Overview of Homestead Village

Operated by Homestead Village Inc. under the ownership of Douglas Motter, Homestead Village is a 100-bed skilled nursing community located on Village Circle in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The single-story community provides private rooms that promote comfort and privacy for older adults. With 57% occupancy and an average resident stay of 134 days, it serves individuals receiving both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care.

Additionally, residents receive an average of 5 hours and 20 minutes of nursing care each day from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides working together to provide comprehensive clinical support. Rehabilitation services, respite care, secure personal care, memory support, and wellness programs further address a wide range of recovery and long-term care needs.

The surrounding neighborhood is primarily car-dependent, making most errands and appointments easier to reach by vehicle. However, the community is well equipped to support residents’ daily living through its clinical services and therapeutic programs.

Furthermore, state inspections have consistently evaluated safety practices and documentation standards. Over time, the community has implemented accepted corrective action plans and maintained improvements in regulatory compliance, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to quality care and operational standards.

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Overview of EverTrue Luther Crest

Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care, EverTrue Luther Crest is a 71-bed community in the Trexler Estates neighborhood of Allentown, Pennsylvania. Along with support for daily tasks, the community also provides specialized care for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. The community also offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation, allowing access to higher levels of care.

Occupancy is at 35%, with an average length of stay of 82 days. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 47 minutes per resident per day, representing the combined daily nurse staffing time assigned to each resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, allowing different ways to cover expenses. This also suggests that Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly.

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Overview of Juniper Village at Bucks County

Juniper Village at Bucks County offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Bensalem, PA. Short term rehabilitation and respite care are also available. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care offers a secured, supervised setting, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose support needs grow over time, since moving to another level may not require leaving the community. Studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences are available, including a two bedroom layout that can accommodate a couple moving together. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation provide a temporary setting for recovery after illness, injury, or hospitalization. Respite care offers a short stay when a regular caregiver needs relief or when a family is considering longer term arrangements.

Named programs include Wellspring Memory Care and Long Term Skilled Care, giving families specific program names to match with the resident’s needs. Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare generally applies to eligible short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while private pay means paying the community directly.

Total nurse staffing is 6 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, with licensed nurse staffing from RNs and LPNs at 3 hours and 22 minutes per resident per day. These figures represent the nursing coverage available across daily care. The community has 24 hour staffing, so staff are present around the clock, including overnight. There are 60 beds and 67% occupancy, so availability can vary by care level and housing type.

A Walk Score of 46 out of 100 is car dependent, meaning most errands require a car or a ride, which matters for a resident who no longer drives. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Juniper Village At Bensalem Operations LLC operates the community.

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Overview of The Community at Rockhill

The Community at Rockhill offers independent living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Sellersville, PA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site, and respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 74 beds. Room and unit types include studios, one-bedroom units, and two-bedroom units, with the larger layouts able to suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 4h 56m per resident/day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Residents have access to a pool, salon, courtyard gardens, and a nature trail, providing options for recreation, personal grooming, and outdoor time. À la carte dining includes various offerings and views during meals. Scheduled transportation serves local shopping destinations, and a shuttle connects with a sister campus, giving residents organized rides for those trips.

Pets are allowed, which can let a resident keep a pet as part of the move. Weekly religious services are available for residents who want to attend services within the community. A Walk Score of 57 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can handle some trips independently. Ted Leister is the director.

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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: 3.4/ 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.