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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 Aristacare at Meadow Springs

Find the care you need with Aristacare at Meadow Springs, an astounding community set in the peaceful neighborhood of Plymouth Meeting, PA, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With comprehensive care options, including sub-acute care and rehabilitation, long-term care, transitional care, and ventilator care, residents receive top-tier care and support tailored to their needs and preferences. The community also promotes a cozy and nurturing environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease.

Residents here are encouraged to remain socially active in the community’s luxurious and welcoming setting. Delightful and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to improve residents’ conditions to ensure they get back to their lives without worries and create more meaningful moments in their later years.

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Overview of Casselman Healthcare and Rehab

Nestled in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania, Casselman Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a distinguished senior living facility catering to a spectrum of resident needs, encompassing long-term care, skilled nursing, and memory care. Embracing a team of seasoned and empathetic professionals, the center is committed to delivering the utmost care to its residents.

Casselman offers a suite of amenities, including a beauty salon, a well-stocked library, and a tranquil chapel, enhancing the resident experience. Moreover, the center curates diverse activities and events, ensuring residents stay stimulated and entertained within the community’s embrace.

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Overview of Norriton Square Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Norriton Square Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is a reliable rehabilitation and skilled nursing community conveniently located in Norristown, PA. Their compassionate team consists of highly qualified care experts who deliver quality and comprehensive services for short-term stays, long-term care, and rehabilitation. Physical, speech, and occupational therapies are available to ensure residents can fully regain their overall functions while having easy access to other healthcare services for a guaranteed higher quality of life.

In addition to comprehensive care services, residents enjoy an array of thoughtful amenities like salon services, cozy common areas, and housekeeping services for a more comfortable living experience. There’s also a vibrant activity room where residents can enjoy an array of enriching activities for a lively lifestyle. With fresh and personalized meals, residents here always have the energy and nourishment they need to heal faster and maintain a healthy well-being.

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Overview of Little Sisters of the Poor

Serving the needs of low-income seniors who are seeking a continuum of care, Little Sisters of the Poor is a compassionate senior living community in Pittsburgh, PA, offering independent living and nursing care services. The community aims to provide seniors with compassionate services founded on Christian values and hospitality. Residents’ physical needs are met day and night, ensuring they are always happy and well-cared for.

The community also ministers to the residents spiritually, providing them opportunities to practice their religion and connect them to their spirituality. Here, residents enjoy a homely atmosphere and inviting community that brings them a strong sense of belonging and fulfillment. As a non-profit community, Little Sisters of the Poor guarantees care services that are focused on nothing but residents’ comfort and well-being.

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Overview of Majestic Oaks Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Peacefully set in the neighborhood of Warminster, PA, Majestic Oaks Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a reliable senior care provider that delivers comprehensive short-term care, rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing care. An expertly skilled and competent team of care professionals are available to cater to residents’ unique needs, emergencies, and concerns any time of the day. Personalized care and treatment plans are offered to make sure residents receive the right amount and type of services they need to maintain their overall well-being or recover from their conditions.

The community utilizes the latest advances in technology to deliver top-notch rehabilitation that fosters better recovery outcomes. An array of specialized services like audiology, dental, dermatology, optometry, and psychological counseling are available to provide residents the services they need for their other needs. At Majestic Oaks Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, residents can focus on maintaining or improving their strength, mobility, and overall well-being without the hassle of moving into another community for their ever-changing needs.

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Overview of Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

With a dedication to seniors’ well-being, Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is an idyllic senior living community situated in the scenic setting of Carlisle, PA, that offers a wide array of care options including subacute rehabilitation, orthopedic, long-term, palliative, memory, infectious disease, and respite care. With 282 cozy beds and well-designed suites, the community ensures the safety and comfort of seniors on their healing journey. The community fuses exceptional medical assistance and utmost care for seniors to live as they prefer.

Enjoy old hobbies and discover new interests with exciting programs and engaging activities. Feel good with delicious and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. With its serene spaces and state-of-the-art amenities, Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a good place to spend your golden years cared for by a compassionate and highly qualified team.

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Overview of Pleasant Acres Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation and Nursing Center sets itself apart for its exceptional standard of care, setting it apart from other communities. Renowned for its cleanliness and attractive facilities, the center offers a high-caliber environment. What distinguishes Pleasant Acres is its friendly and experienced staff, contributing significantly to the overall positive atmosphere of the facility.
This community in York, Pennsylvania, offers a wide range of on-site care services, including specialized support in cardiac care, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, diabetes management, hospice care, counseling, and much more. With its reliable and comprehensive approach to healthcare, Pleasant Acres provides a trusted haven for residents, ensuring their well-being and comfort at every step of their journey.

Contact Pleasant Acres Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Sunnyview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Tucked in Butler, Pennsylvania, Sunnyview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has a legacy dating back to the 1900s. Renowned for its innovative approach, blending technological advancements with unwavering professional commitment, Sunnyview has garnered trust within the community. Its serene country setting not only provides a distinctive ambiance but also ensures a high-quality environment, rooted in values that shape their exemplary services.
Sunnyview is a vibrant community offering a wide array of specialized care services, including orthopedic rehab, cardiac care, diabetes management, and neurological care, among others. Their expertise extends to wound care and, notably, memory care, making it an ideal haven for those in need. With its secure environment and a reputation for excellence, Sunnyview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center truly shine as a gem in Butler, Pennsylvania, providing unparalleled support and comfort to its residents.

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Overview of Accela Rehab and Care Center at Somerton

Accela Rehab and Care Center at Somerton, an incredible senior living community located in Philadelphia, PA, welcomes seniors with its beautiful surroundings and offers skilled nursing. Its mission is to help residents maintain their freedom while also ensuring their safety and comfort. The community provides a wide array of floor plans, such as studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments.

With a diverse range of exciting activities and engaging events, residents can discover new interests and reignite old ones. Residents have more opportunities to socialize with friends and stay active with the community’s extensive amenities. Furthermore, a variety of dining options are available every day to accommodate different dietary needs and interests. Accela Rehab and Care Center at Somerton aims to provide seniors with a living experience worth remembering.

Contact Accela Rehab and Care Center at Somerton

Overview of The Purple Iris at the Caring Place

Operated by the nonprofit Grove Manor Corporation, The Purple Iris at the Caring Place is a 32-bed personal care and rehabilitation community. The facility coordinates short-term post-acute rehabilitation, general personal care, and church services programs. Admissions operate under a mixed-payer model that accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents, generating an average stay of 152 days. Financial and operational records indicate steady local demand, with the building running at a 78% occupancy rate that matches the state baseline.

Public health databases show that overall staffing averages 3 hours and 44 minutes of daily care per resident, which sits 19% below the Pennsylvania state average but aligns with standard personal care home layouts. Oversight profiles show a steady regulatory record, with the facility tracking 15% better than the state deficiency average across seven inspections over the past five years. Licensing logs also note zero federal fines and zero substantiated findings across two separate complaint investigations in 2022 and 2024.

The most recent standard inspection in December 2024 flagged minor deficiencies centered on assessment timeliness and documentation accuracy, reflecting a recurring administrative paperwork theme that the operator has consistently addressed through standard corrective actions.

Prospective residents researching regional rehabilitation or personal care options can check over these public oversight summaries to evaluate the facility’s balanced operations. Since the official tracking data confirms a low historical deficiency count and zero recent enforcement penalties alongside standard occupancy and typical personal care staffing levels, the paperwork points to a stable community environment.

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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.

  • 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.