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Best Nursing Homes in Pennsylvania

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 177 nursing homes in Pennsylvania using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in PA
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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

Compare Nursing Homes around Pennsylvania

The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.

149 facilities compared · CMS & PA Dept. of Health data

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
-61A+
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
-30A+
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
134-
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
266-
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
1172-
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
-46A+
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
----5A+
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
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Overview of Somerset Health and Rehabilitation

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.

Contact Somerset Health and Rehabilitation

Overview of Saunders House

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.

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Overview of Garden Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

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.

Contact Garden Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

St. John Neumann Center

10400 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Overview of St. John Neumann Center

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.

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Overview of The Patriot, a Choice Community

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.

Contact The Patriot, a Choice Community

St. Monica Center

2509 S 4Th St #521, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Overview of St. Monica Center

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.

Contact St. Monica Center

Overview of Cliveden Convalescent Center

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.

Contact Cliveden Convalescent Center

Overview of The Gardens at Camp Hill

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.

Contact The Gardens at Camp Hill

Overview of Spring Creek Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

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.

Contact Spring Creek Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

Overview of Silver Stream Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

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.

Contact Silver Stream Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

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.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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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.