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| Dock Woods | NH AL IL MC RC | Lansdale | 80
Facility
80
PA AVG
94
Rank
#293 / 555 |
85.0%
Facility
85.0%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#95 / 518 | +8% | 4.69
Facility
4.69
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#62 / 207 | -6% | +13% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 210 | 86
Facility
86
PA AVG
83
Rank
#193 / 460 | - | - | - | 70 | - |
21
Facility
21
PA AVG
46
Rank
#524 / 668 | Living Branches | $26.4M
Facility
$26.4M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#45 / 209 | $11.5M
Facility
$11.5M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#84 / 209 | 43.8%
Facility
43.8%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#188 / 209 | 395557 | ||||
| Riverton Enhanced Senior Living | NH AL IL MC RC | Allentown (Rittersville) | 90
Facility
90
PA AVG
94
Rank
#251 / 555 |
76.7%
Facility
76.7%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#194 / 518 | -3% | 3.51
Facility
3.51
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#174 / 207 | +19% | -15% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 210 | 91
Facility
91
PA AVG
83
Rank
#112 / 460 | 7
Facility
7
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#46 / 207 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#19 / 207 | - | 69 | - |
56
Facility
56
PA AVG
46
Rank
#237 / 668 | Lee-Anne Liberatore | $16.0M
Facility
$16.0M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#140 / 209 | $7.2M
Facility
$7.2M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#127 / 209 | 45.1%
Facility
45.1%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#76 / 209 | 395171 | ||||
| Homestead Village | NH AL IL MC | Lancaster (Rohrerstown) | 100
Facility
100
PA AVG
94
Rank
#203 / 555 |
57.0%
Facility
57.0%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#392 / 518 | -28% | 5.33
Facility
5.33
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#26 / 207 | -23% | +29% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 210 | 91
Facility
91
PA AVG
83
Rank
#112 / 460 | 7
Facility
7
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#46 / 207 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#97 / 207 | - | 51 | - |
16
Facility
16
PA AVG
46
Rank
#559 / 668 | Douglas Motter | $21.4M
Facility
$21.4M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#57 / 209 | $12.2M
Facility
$12.2M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#68 / 209 | 57%
Facility
57%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#162 / 209 | 395720 | ||||
| Dunwoody Village | NH MC NC RC | Newtown Square | 81
Facility
81
PA AVG
94
Rank
#289 / 555 |
92.6%
Facility
92.6%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#37 / 518 | +18% | 5.96
Facility
5.96
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#13 / 207 | +13% | +44% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 210 | 86
Facility
86
PA AVG
83
Rank
#193 / 460 | 5
Facility
5
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#31 / 207 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#53 / 207 | - | 66 | - |
64
Facility
64
PA AVG
46
Rank
#184 / 668 | Maureen Casey | $40.1M
Facility
$40.1M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#30 / 209 | $21.7M
Facility
$21.7M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#17 / 209 | 54%
Facility
54%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#80 / 209 | 395329 | ||||
| Friendship Village of South Hills | NH AL IL MC | Upper St Clair (Boyce) | 102
Facility
102
PA AVG
94
Rank
#199 / 555 |
78.4%
Facility
78.4%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#172 / 518 | 0% | 3.93
Facility
3.93
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#141 / 207 | +3% | -5% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 210 | 81
Facility
81
PA AVG
83
Rank
#274 / 460 | 15
Facility
15
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#92 / 207 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#141 / 207 | - | 78 | - |
8
Facility
8
PA AVG
46
Rank
#611 / 668 | Dina Stover | $30.2M
Facility
$30.2M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#61 / 209 | $14.6M
Facility
$14.6M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#39 / 209 | 48.3%
Facility
48.3%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#86 / 209 | 395688 | ||||
| Barclay Friends | NH AL MC RC | West Chester (North Franklin Street) | 103
Facility
103
PA AVG
94
Rank
#196 / 555 |
49.5%
Facility
49.5%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#438 / 518 | -37% | 4.70
Facility
4.70
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#62 / 207 | +12% | +13% | $9.4k
Facility
$9.4k
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#154 / 210 | 74
Facility
74
PA AVG
83
Rank
#348 / 460 | 1
Facility
1
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#1 / 207 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#1 / 207 | - | 61 | A+ |
35
Facility
35
PA AVG
46
Rank
#421 / 668 | Barclay Friends | $19.0M
Facility
$19.0M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#98 / 209 | $11.7M
Facility
$11.7M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#70 / 209 | 61.7%
Facility
61.7%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#56 / 209 | 395848 | ||||
| The Hill at Whitemarsh | NH AL MC RC | Lafayette Hill | 52
Facility
52
PA AVG
94
Rank
#431 / 555 |
48.1%
Facility
48.1%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#447 / 518 | -39% | 5.46
Facility
5.46
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#22 / 207 | +46% | +32% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 210 | 91
Facility
91
PA AVG
83
Rank
#112 / 460 | 6
Facility
6
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#38 / 207 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#31 / 207 | - | 25 | - |
0
Facility
0
PA AVG
46
Rank
#664 / 668 | Bruce Ficken | $8.2M
Facility
$8.2M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#17 / 209 | $19.4M
Facility
$19.4M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#21 / 209 | 237.4%
Facility
237.4%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#172 / 209 | 396113 | ||||
| Kirkland Village | NH AL HC IL MC RC | Bethlehem | 64
Facility
64
PA AVG
94
Rank
#383 / 555 |
46.9%
Facility
46.9%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#454 / 518 | -40% | 4.30
Facility
4.30
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#90 / 207 | +46% | +4% | $21.6k
Facility
$21.6k
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#176 / 210 | 84
Facility
84
PA AVG
83
Rank
#220 / 460 | 8
Facility
8
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#53 / 207 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#115 / 207 | - | 30 | A+ |
12
Facility
12
PA AVG
46
Rank
#591 / 668 | Presbyterian Homes, Inc | $26.2M
Facility
$26.2M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#68 / 209 | $8.9M
Facility
$8.9M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#123 / 209 | 34.1%
Facility
34.1%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#194 / 209 | 395916 | ||||
| Kendal-Crosslands Communities | NH AL IL MC | Kennett Square | 51
Facility
51
PA AVG
94
Rank
#437 / 555 |
66.7%
Facility
66.7%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#299 / 518 | -15% | 6.47
Facility
6.47
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#6 / 207 | +49% | +56% | $12.7k
Facility
$12.7k
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#161 / 210 | 99
Facility
99
PA AVG
83
Rank
#17 / 460 | 4
Facility
4
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#20 / 207 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#31 / 207 | 1 | 34 | - |
9
Facility
9
PA AVG
46
Rank
#603 / 668 | Catherine Emig | $25.4M
Facility
$25.4M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#38 / 209 | $16.0M
Facility
$16.0M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#42 / 209 | 63%
Facility
63%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#154 / 209 | 395388 | ||||
| Presbyterian Lodge | NH AL HC IL NC PC RC | Erie (Southwest Erie) | 51
Facility
51
PA AVG
94
Rank
#437 / 555 |
74.6%
Facility
74.6%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#216 / 518 | -5% | 4.60
Facility
4.60
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#70 / 207 | +64% | +11% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 210 | - | 6
Facility
6
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#38 / 207 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#71 / 207 | - | 48 | - |
71
Facility
71
PA AVG
46
Rank
#135 / 668 | Millcreek Manor | $4.6M
Facility
$4.6M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#196 / 209 | $3.0M
Facility
$3.0M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#199 / 209 | 65.7%
Facility
65.7%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#101 / 209 | 395474 | ||||
| Garden Spot Village | NH ADC AL IL MC | New Holland | 110
Facility
110
PA AVG
94
Rank
#166 / 555 |
56.4%
Facility
56.4%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#397 / 518 | -28% | 5.15
Facility
5.15
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#32 / 207 | +15% | +24% | $8.0k
Facility
$8.0k
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#142 / 210 | 92
Facility
92
PA AVG
83
Rank
#98 / 460 | 4
Facility
4
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#20 / 207 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#12 / 207 | 2 | 66 | - |
32
Facility
32
PA AVG
46
Rank
#445 / 668 | Donald Aldrich | $10.1M
Facility
$10.1M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#14 / 209 | $19.0M
Facility
$19.0M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#24 / 209 | 188%
Facility
188%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#187 / 209 | 396079 | ||||
| Gwynedd Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center | NH HC MC RC | Lansdale (Sumneytown Pike) | 181
Facility
181
PA AVG
94
Rank
#26 / 555 |
92.7%
Facility
92.7%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#36 / 518 | +18% | 4.09
Facility
4.09
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#111 / 207 | -41% | -1% | $24.1k
Facility
$24.1k
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#179 / 210 | - | 17
Facility
17
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#103 / 207 | 3.4
Facility
3.4
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#95 / 207 | 1 | 172 | - |
8
Facility
8
PA AVG
46
Rank
#611 / 668 | Michelle Taylor | $22.6M
Facility
$22.6M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#94 / 209 | $10.1M
Facility
$10.1M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#77 / 209 | 44.5%
Facility
44.5%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#84 / 209 | 395479 | ||||
| Freedom Village at Brandywine | NH AL IL MC RC | Coatesville | 60
Facility
60
PA AVG
94
Rank
#399 / 555 |
90.9%
Facility
90.9%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#48 / 518 | +15% | 4.23
Facility
4.23
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#99 / 207 | +31% | +2% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 210 | - | 5
Facility
5
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#31 / 207 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#27 / 207 | - | 46 | A+ |
9
Facility
9
PA AVG
46
Rank
#603 / 668 | Danielle Geyer | $12.5M
Facility
$12.5M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#42 / 209 | $14.5M
Facility
$14.5M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#55 / 209 | 116%
Facility
116%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#170 / 209 | 396062 | ||||
| Lima Estates | NH AL IL MC | Media | 60
Facility
60
PA AVG
94
Rank
#399 / 555 |
62.3%
Facility
62.3%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#336 / 518 | -21% | 4.54
Facility
4.54
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#78 / 207 | +122% | +10% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 210 | - | - | - | - | 5 | A+ |
24
Facility
24
PA AVG
46
Rank
#511 / 668 | - | $16.5M
Facility
$16.5M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#113 / 209 | $8.3M
Facility
$8.3M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#134 / 209 | 50.7%
Facility
50.7%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#165 / 209 | 395492 | ||||
| Souderton Mennonite Homes | NH AL MC RC | Souderton | 154
Facility
154
PA AVG
94
Rank
#46 / 555 |
64.3%
Facility
64.3%
PA AVG
78.7%
Rank
#322 / 518 | -18% | 4.76
Facility
4.76
PA AVG
4.15
Rank
#55 / 207 | +24% | +15% | $0
Facility
$0
PA AVG
$61.2k
Rank
#1 / 210 | 76
Facility
76
PA AVG
83
Rank
#326 / 460 | 8
Facility
8
PA AVG
31.3
Rank
#53 / 207 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
PA AVG
4.4
Rank
#59 / 207 | - | 99 | - |
31
Facility
31
PA AVG
46
Rank
#457 / 668 | Monique Cole | $24.7M
Facility
$24.7M
PA AVG
$32.8M
Rank
#55 / 209 | $11.4M
Facility
$11.4M
PA AVG
$6.7M
Rank
#63 / 209 | 45.9%
Facility
45.9%
PA AVG
40%
Rank
#160 / 209 | 395634 |
Somerset Health and Rehabilitation is the city’s premier choice. The nursing home is committed to delivering services built on genuine care, respect, and positivity. The upscale facility is composed of a professional care staff who brings excellence to the recovery of every senior through a person-centered approach. The lifestyle at Somerset is focused on strengthening senior recovery in an environment that cultivates growth.
Somerset residential living includes top-notch, quality accommodations, including 24/7 skilled nursing with specialized therapy programs, post-hospital care, hospice care, home health care, and memory care services. Its comprehensive medical services include post-surgical recovery, pain management, IV therapy, cardiac care, therapy (speech, occupational, physical), wound care, tracheostomy care, and respiratory care– all delivered with 24/7 nursing and supervision.
Ideally situated near Lankenau Medical Center on Lancaster Avenue, Penn Wynne, PA, Saunders House is a trusted community that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides extensive care programs, including memory care, wound care, short-term care, and long-term care, to ensure they find the care they need. A kind and highly trained team also helps with residents’ daily living activities around the clock, providing more time to do the things they love.
Elevate retirement experience with a well-thought-out calendar of exciting events and fun learning programs that aim to keep residents active and well-connected. Mealtimes are also something to anticipate, with delightful and healthy meals that foster comfort and meet dietary needs. The community is great for those looking to enjoy their golden years, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and all-inclusive rates.
Overlooking the charming neighborhood of Willow Grove, PA, Garden Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a welcoming senior living community, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The community guarantees each resident with excellent support and care services tailored to their individual needs and care goals, ensuring a fast and comfortable recovery process. Residents here are offered comfortable accommodations and an excellent care team consisting of doctors, nurses, therapists, and social workers who work hand-in-hand to deliver exceptional care.
In addition to continuous care, the community offers a diverse range of activities to stimulate, engage, and entertain residents, including regular performances, bingo, and more. Nestled within abundant greenery, the community provides a safe and relaxing healing space that allows them to stay active or relax. With round the clock support, excellent support systems, and dynamic programs, residents here are bound to enjoy a dynamic and comfortable life.
St. John Neumann Center is a faith-based senior living community located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, offering a range of care options, including short-term stays, long-term care, and specialized memory care for residents with dementia and Alzheimer’s. The community is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care, ensuring residents receive the support they need in a welcoming, home-like environment.
Serving people since 1965, St. John Neumann Center is dedicated to fostering mutual respect and ongoing personal growth for all its residents and team. In addition to round-the-clock assistance, residents enjoy plenty of amenities, including beautifully decorated interiors, enclosed outdoor garden areas, and tranquil courtyards. The cornerstone of the community is a beautiful chapel, with the Bethany Room available for quiet reflection. St. John Neumann Center’s regular religious services, social and recreational activities, and cherished personal mementos contribute to a vibrant and supportive atmosphere, embodying the philosophy that the team works for residents and their families.
The Patriot, a Choice Community, is dedicated to compassionate care, skilled nursing, and independent living. Nestled in Somerset, PA, they aim to provide person-centered services without discrimination. Residents and families are valued community members, ensuring a seamless transition after discharge. Whether seeking nursing care or independent living, The Patriot is a trusted mainstay, offering top-tier care and support to individuals of all backgrounds.
From short-term skilled nursing rehabilitation to independent living accommodations, residents receive personalized care in a family-oriented environment. With a focus on person-centered care, residents enjoy peace of mind, knowing that their well-being is always a top priority.
St. Monica Center, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, offers a range of senior living options, including skilled short-term care, long-term care, and specialized memory care. St. Monica provides 24-hour care for residents in a caring, supportive, neighborly environment with the help of its compassionate team of highly trained professionals. To guarantee each resident receives the care suited to their needs, St. Monica works closely with seniors and their families in creating a comprehensive interdisciplinary care plan. This may include access to various therapies, post-surgical care, social services, and specialty programs.
St. Monica Center’s goal is rooted in the Catholic faith, focusing on compassionate care and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. The center provides a range of amenities, such as a state-of-the-art recuperation center, library, billiards area, private suites, family lounge, and meditation room, to guarantee a comfortable stay. Residents can enjoy flat-screen TVs, free phone service, formal dining, free WiFi, and a beauty salon/barber shop.
Greeting seniors with compassion and peace, Cliveden Convalescent Center is an esteemed senior living community, conveniently situated in Philadelphia, PA, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Health changes can reshape life quickly or over time. This community specializes in personalized nursing and rehabilitation services, offering expert care for stroke recovery, wound management, and dietary planning to help each person achieve optimal independence and well-being.
Explore and boost your well-being with its exceptional amenities and services including dietary planning, 24-hour skilled nursing care, dental services, physical, occupational and speech therapy, and more. This community also provides the Suwannee Rehabilitation and Nursing Center’s Life Enrichment program that supports a positive mindset during recovery, helping seniors stay active and social for a more fulfilling experience. With Cliveden Convalescent Center, seniors are guaranteed an empowering and secure living experience.
The Gardens at Camp Hill keeps 95 beds running at 91.6 percent occupancy. Demand is consistent, and the place fills beds because people need what it does. Located at 46 Erford Rd in Camp Hill, operated by Hashtag Holdings LLC, it sits in a neighborhood where a Walk Score of 47 means you’re driving to get groceries.
What it lacks in walkability, it makes up for in clinical depth. Short-term rehab, stroke recovery, respiratory therapy, IV meds, dementia care. There’s a doctor on staff and nurses around the clock.
Four hours of nursing per resident per day, with registered nurses handling just over an hour of that. The place also runs therapy programs, maintains a resident council, hosts movie nights, and arranges animal visits.
Average length of stay is 202 days. That number sits right at the overlap: Medicare comes in for short-term post-acute stuff, Medicaid covers the longer stays, and private pay fills gaps. The payer mix tells you something real about the facility’s actual design. It’s built for both kinds of residents.
The Gardens at Camp Hill isn’t one thing. It’s a nursing home that handles short-term rehab and also absorbs people staying longer with complex conditions like dementia or end-of-life care. For families in the Harrisburg area trying to plan for uncertainty, the fact that this one place can accommodate both timelines reduces a major headache down the line. You’re not hunting for a second facility if your parent’s situation changes.
Discover Spring Creek Rehabilitation & Health Care Center nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania, expertly designed to cater to both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care needs. This exceptional gym boasts a highly skilled and competitive medical team, ensuring that residents receive the utmost care and attention. With a total of 400 beds, it stands as a pillar of healthcare excellence, conveniently located near downtown Harrisburg and close to major hospitals and healthcare providers. Accessibility is a breeze, with easy access from Interstate 83, facilitating seamless transitions for residents and their families.
Beyond the exceptional medical services, an array of therapeutic recreation options await, designed to enhance well-being and foster a sense of joy and fulfillment. To elevate the experience further, comprehensive concierge services cater to every need, ensuring that residents can focus solely on their recovery and overall wellness. Recognizing the importance of seamless transportation, complementary services are also provided for dialysis appointments and physician visits, eliminating any logistical concerns. Moreover, the facility’s enchanting outdoor spaces serve as havens of tranquility, inviting residents to embrace the beauty of nature.
Enjoy a safe and quick recovery with Silver Stream Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a trusted community in Spring House, PA, for those needing short-term care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services. Their reliable team is available 24/7 to support residents living with chronic illness or recovering from an injury by providing them with compassionate and personalized care tailored to their unique needs. In addition to physical, speech, and occupational therapy, complex medical services are provided to accommodate residents’ more serious needs.
Countless recreational opportunities are available to help residents remain active and socially connected while going through rehabilitation. Residents’ dietary and nutritional needs are also monitored and maintained to give them the energy to get through their day enthusiastically. Here, you enjoy the comfort of having excellent care services in a safe, idyllic, and peaceful recovery environment.
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.
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
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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.
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- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Pennsylvania
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Pennsylvania?
Assisted living in Pennsylvania is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Pennsylvania Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 177 nursing homes in Pennsylvania. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Pennsylvania?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Pennsylvania, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Pennsylvania?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.


















