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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. 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. 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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Oakbridge Terrace at Granite Farms Estates
NH
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
PC
SNF
Media
61
Facility 61
PA AVG 108
Rank #148 / 204
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #4 / 187
+35%
4.97
Facility 4.97
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #38 / 182
? +50%+20%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
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93
Facility 93
PA AVG 50
Rank #9 / 214
Acts Retirement-Life Communities Inc
$19.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $19.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #60 / 167
$11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #64 / 167
56.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 56.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #77 / 167
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Oakbridge Terrace at Southampton Estates
NH
AL
MC
RC
SNF
Southampton
57
Facility 57
PA AVG 108
Rank #158 / 204
57.9%
Facility 57.9%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #142 / 187
-19%
4.85
Facility 4.85
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #50 / 182
? +104%+17%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
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71
Facility 71
PA AVG 50
Rank #60 / 214
Acts Retirement Life Communities Inc
$23.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $23.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #40 / 167
$12.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #53 / 167
51.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #93 / 167
395490
LECOM at Village Square
NH
SNF
Erie
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 108
Rank #75 / 204
88.5%
Facility 88.5%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #49 / 187
+23%
4.26
Facility 4.26
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #79 / 182
C+ +24%+3%
$15.0k
Facility $15.0k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #144 / 184
17
Facility 17
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #93 / 178
4.3
Facility 4.3
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #124 / 178
197-
72
Facility 72
PA AVG 50
Rank #59 / 214
Vincent Fierro
$7.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #156 / 167
$5.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #150 / 167
66.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 66.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #46 / 167
395672
ManorCare Health Services-Allentown
NH
MC
SNF
Allentown (West End)
146
Facility 146
PA AVG 108
Rank #38 / 204
95.1%
Facility 95.1%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #12 / 187
+32%
2.92
Facility 2.92
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #174 / 182
A -23%-30%
$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
-139-
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 50
Rank #9 / 214
Diamond Healthcare At West Allen Holdco LLC$12.3M*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.$7.3M*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.59.1%*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.395264
Wesbury United Methodist Community
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Meadville
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 108
Rank #75 / 204
49.1%
Facility 49.1%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #157 / 187
-32%
4.36
Facility 4.36
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #73 / 182
? -52%+5%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
14
Facility 14
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #77 / 178
4.7
Facility 4.7
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #130 / 178
-54A
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 50
Rank #23 / 214
Wesbury United Methodist Community
$15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #92 / 167
$10.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #71 / 167
67.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 67.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #37 / 167
395292
Complete Care at Berkshire
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Reading
130
Facility 130
PA AVG 108
Rank #51 / 204
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #32 / 187
+29%
3.19
Facility 3.19
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #154 / 182
C- -27%-23%
$13.1k
Facility $13.1k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #141 / 184
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #66 / 178
1.8
Facility 1.8
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #24 / 178
1121-
33
Facility 33
PA AVG 50
Rank #145 / 214
-
$15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #96 / 167
$7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #117 / 167
47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #116 / 167
395938
Lima Estates
NH
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
PC
SNF
Media
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 108
Rank #151 / 204
--
4.51
Facility 4.51
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #63 / 182
? +122%+9%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 184
---7A+
24
Facility 24
PA AVG 50
Rank #164 / 214
-
$16.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $16.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #83 / 167
$8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #100 / 167
50.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #97 / 167
395492
Barclay Friends
NH
AL
CCRC
MC
RESC
SNF
West Chester
103
Facility 103
PA AVG 108
Rank #85 / 204
49.5%
Facility 49.5%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #156 / 187
-31%
4.65
Facility 4.65
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #62 / 182
? +12%+12%
$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
-51A+
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 50
Rank #140 / 214
Barclay Friends
$19.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $19.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #66 / 167
$11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #56 / 167
61.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #56 / 167
395848
Homeland Center
NH
CCRC
HC
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Harrisburg (Midtown)
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 108
Rank #159 / 204
83.9%
Facility 83.9%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #62 / 187
+17%
5.05
Facility 5.05
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #38 / 182
? -46%+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
147-
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 50
Rank #51 / 214
Home For The Friendless, Inc
$28.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $28.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #23 / 167
$21.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $21.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #8 / 167
76.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 76.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #28 / 167
395475
Christ the King Manor
NH
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Dubois
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 108
Rank #151 / 204
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
PA AVG 71.8%
Rank #58 / 187
+18%
3.92
Facility 3.92
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #109 / 182
? -49%-6%
$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
-51-
78
Facility 78
PA AVG 50
Rank #40 / 214
Christ The King Manor Inc
$20.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $20.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #53 / 167
$13.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $13.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #43 / 167
66.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 66.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #44 / 167
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Overview of Oakbridge Terrace at Granite Farms Estates

Oakbridge Terrace at Granite Farms Estates offers nursing home, assisted living, home care, hospice care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Media, PA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space, and 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. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while home care provides support where a person lives. Hospice care supports end-of-life needs, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management for serious illness.

Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services and short-term rehab support a temporary recovery-focused stay, while the range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move outside the community.

The community has 61 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4h 58m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for eligible care.

The Walk Score is 93, described as a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Oakbridge Terrace at Granite Farms Estates is operated by Acts Retirement-Life Communities.

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Overview of Oakbridge Terrace at Southampton Estates

Oakbridge Terrace at Southampton Estates provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Southampton, PA. Skilled nursing provides nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living supports daily tasks and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away, and the range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

The community has 57 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4h 51m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence.

On-site licensed therapists provide rehabilitation without arranging transportation elsewhere, and short-term rehabilitation supports a temporary stay focused on recovery. A full-time nurse practitioner, doctor, licensed clinical social worker, recreation therapist, and chaplain are on staff, providing clinical, social, recreational, and spiritual support. Acts Retirement Life Communities operates the community.

A Walk Score of 71 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby destinations independently.

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Overview of Lecom at Village Square

Lecom at Village Square is a skilled nursing facility in Erie, Pennsylvania, offering short term rehabilitation and long term nursing home care. Licensed nurses provide care on site around the clock. During a temporary stay, short term rehabilitation gives a resident a place to receive rehabilitation services within the facility rather than arranging them elsewhere.

The facility has 110 beds and provides inpatient rehabilitation. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 16 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care. Lecom at Village Square may be a good fit for someone who needs short term rehabilitation or ongoing skilled nursing care.

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Overview of ManorCare Health Services-Allentown

Operated by Diamond Healthcare at West. ManorCare Health Services-Allentown is a skilled nursing home in downtown Allentown. It’s on North 17th Street, which is a highly walkable area with a Walk Score of 93; the community is a practical option for families seeking either short-term rehabilitation or longer-term nursing care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, which provides options for most families to arrange coverage.

The 146-bed home has a presence typical of mid-sized nursing communities in the region. Residents stay an average of about 198 days. The population is a mix of post-acute residents recuperating from hospital stays or surgery and those who settle into the community for ongoing care.

Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 51 minutes of nursing care per resident. Registered nurse and nursing aides are on staff to provide consistent access to hands-on support throughout the day. The level of staffing supports both routine care needs and the medical management for many residents.

The highly walkable neighborhood location is a practical advantage for visiting family. It’s easy to reach the facility by foot or car and spend time in the surrounding area.

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Overview of Wesbury United Methodist Community

Wesbury United Methodist Community offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Meadville, PA. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since moving to another level may avoid starting over in a new community. Wesbury United Methodist Community has 110 beds. Its in home care program supports care delivered in a resident’s home, while rehabilitation services, including short term rehab, support recovery after illness or injury.

Religious services are available for residents who want to attend services within the community. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 4h 22m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. A Walk Score of 85 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes independently.

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Overview of Complete Care at Berkshire

As its name suggests, Complete Care at Berkshire provides a complete list of comprehensive care that enhances the quality of life for its seniors. It’s been one of the city’s most trusted skilled nursing communities because it has the most comfortable and secure environment and lifestyle for the residents. Complete Care strives to improve the lives of its residents by touching their lives and leading them to an extraordinary experience of senior care. 
The nursing home practices the golden standard of exemplary living– a high-end level of medical attention. They specialize in orthopedic rehabilitation, sub-acute rehabilitation, in-house dialysis, long-term care, and in-house dialysis. 

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Overview of Lima Estates

Tucked away in the serene area of Montgomery County, Media, PA, Lima Estates is an astonishing senior living community that offers independent living and assisted living services. The community offers an array of beautiful senior living apartments set in 54-acres of beautifully maintained ground. As a non-profit community, Lima Estates does not have an investor to satisfy, allowing them to fully commit instead on providing amazing care to the residents.

The community conducts a wide array of stimulating activities and programs to keep residents active, healthy, and entertained. Residents also relish a dining experience, featuring carefully prepared meals catered to their dietary needs and tastes. Here, residents are given access to the necessities of a fulfilling retirement life, including compassionate care services, a friendly management team, vibrant activities, and excellent dining experiences.

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Barclay Friends

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

Barclay Friends offers nursing home care, assisted living, continuing care retirement community services, memory care, residential care, and skilled nursing in West Chester, PA. Assisted living helps with bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to live in a private or shared suite. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, while residential care supports residents who need personal care.

Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Several care levels are available within one community, which may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. Barclay Friends opened in 1893 and has 103 beds.

Private suites provide an individual living space, while shared suites can suit someone who wants to live with a companion. Rehabilitation services help residents regain or maintain function, and gardening and horticultural therapy offer activities centered on plants. A beauty and barber salon, fitness room, wellness activities, special interest groups, and lecture and entertainment events provide on site options for grooming, exercise, personal interests, and scheduled activities.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 39 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned per resident. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet in the community. With a Walk Score of 35 out of 100, the setting is car dependent, and most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Homeland Center

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

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Overview of Christ the King Manor

Christ the King Manor, established in 1971 in DuBois, Pennsylvania, provides independent living, memory care, general nursing services, skilled care, and respite stays. Independent living offers private apartments paired with shared campus amenities, whereas secured memory care units support individuals needing extra supervision. Short-term respite admissions allow family caregivers to take temporary time away.

This 60-bed facility features on-site therapy and rehabilitation services to aid resident recovery. Daily nursing care averages 3 hours and 55 minutes per resident across the building. Featuring a 78 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood is highly walkable, allowing non-driving residents to complete daily errands on foot. Accepted payment structures include Medicare for qualifying rehab stays, Medicaid, and private funds.

Prospective families can reach out to Christ the King Manor to verify bed availability, inquire about specific care packages, or schedule a visit to the grounds.

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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
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.
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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.