Page 9 of Best Nursing Homes in Pennsylvania

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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

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the PA Depts. of Human Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Pennsylvania state average. See the benchmark below for the typical Pennsylvania score; higher is better. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
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.
Concordia at Rebecca Residence
NH
AL
SNF
Allison Park (Hampton Township)
65
Facility 65
PA AVG 94
Rank #377 / 552
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
PA AVG 69.7
Rank #57 / 494
+30%
3.52
Facility 3.52
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #132 / 181
-35%-15%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 183
77
Facility 77
PA AVG 83
Rank #320 / 468
27
Facility 27
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #116 / 178
6.8
Facility 6.8
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #161 / 178
-59-
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 47
Rank #567 / 657
Concordia Lutheran Health And Human Care
$16.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $16.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #81 / 167
$8.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #103 / 167
48.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 48.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #114 / 167
396067
Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
York
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 94
Rank #421 / 552
--
3.83
Facility 3.83
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #114 / 181
+21%-8%
$24.7k
Facility $24.7k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #156 / 183
88
Facility 88
PA AVG 83
Rank #162 / 468
20
Facility 20
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #101 / 178
6.7
Facility 6.7
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #159 / 178
-62-
94
Facility 94
PA AVG 47
Rank #12 / 657
Stanley Combs
$20.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #56 / 167
$9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #80 / 167
47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #116 / 167
395612
Cedar Crest Post Acute
NH
SNF
Allentown
166
Facility 166
PA AVG 94
Rank #38 / 552
94.5%
Facility 94.5%
PA AVG 69.7
Rank #26 / 494
+36%
2.96
Facility 2.96
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #162 / 181
+12%-29%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 183
-
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #42 / 178
1.4
Facility 1.4
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #17 / 178
-157-
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 47
Rank #456 / 657
Cedar Crest Operator Holdings LLC$13.2M*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.$4.6M*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.35.2%*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.395760
Serenity at Lgar
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Turtle Creek
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 94
Rank #492 / 552
--
4.11
Facility 4.11
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #90 / 181
-45%-1%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 183
-
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #61 / 178
2.0
Facility 2.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #26 / 178
-50-
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 47
Rank #282 / 657
Mary Staller
$5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #163 / 167
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #163 / 167
78.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 78.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #25 / 167
395873
Brinton Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
SNF
Glen Mills (Concord Township)
92
Facility 92
PA AVG 94
Rank #245 / 552
93.4%
Facility 93.4%
PA AVG 69.7
Rank #40 / 494
+34%
2.58
Facility 2.58
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #179 / 181
-90%-38%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 183
-
17
Facility 17
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #92 / 178
2.4
Facility 2.4
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #46 / 178
-86-
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 47
Rank #425 / 657
Machere Chiles
$9.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #139 / 167
$4.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #164 / 167
40.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 40.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #150 / 167
395917
Friendship Village of South Hills
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Upper St Clair
102
Facility 102
PA AVG 94
Rank #198 / 552
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
PA AVG 69.7
Rank #171 / 494
+12%
4.12
Facility 4.12
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #90 / 181
+3%-1%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 183
81
Facility 81
PA AVG 83
Rank #275 / 468
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #83 / 178
5.0
Facility 5.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #125 / 178
-80-
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 47
Rank #610 / 657
Dina Stover
$30.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $30.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #19 / 167
$14.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #38 / 167
48.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #112 / 167
395688
Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
NH
Erie (Westwind)
115
Facility 115
PA AVG 94
Rank #151 / 552
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
PA AVG 69.7
Rank #57 / 494
+30%
3.60
Facility 3.60
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #127 / 181
+79%-13%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 183
-
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #65 / 178
2.2
Facility 2.2
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #39 / 178
-104A
32
Facility 32
PA AVG 47
Rank #444 / 657
Guardian Healthcare Gol Group, LLC
$11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #124 / 167
$5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #137 / 167
52.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #91 / 167
395200
Asbury Heights
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Pittsburgh
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 94
Rank #126 / 552
36.7%
Facility 36.7%
PA AVG 69.7
Rank #480 / 494
-47%
3.80
Facility 3.80
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #114 / 181
+58%-8%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 183
88
Facility 88
PA AVG 83
Rank #162 / 468
23
Facility 23
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #106 / 178
3.8
Facility 3.8
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #96 / 178
-44-
47
Facility 47
PA AVG 47
Rank #319 / 657
Asbury Senior Care LLC
$20.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #55 / 167
$8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #101 / 167
40%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #151 / 167
395391
Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park
NH
IL
RC
SNF
Philadelphia (Northeast Philadelphia)
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 94
Rank #440 / 552
46.0%
Facility 46.0%
PA AVG 69.7
Rank #446 / 494
-34%
4.00
Facility 4.00
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #98 / 181
-7%-4%
$14.0k
Facility $14.0k
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #142 / 183
89
Facility 89
PA AVG 83
Rank #152 / 468
30
Facility 30
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #125 / 178
7.5
Facility 7.5
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #165 / 178
-23-
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 47
Rank #567 / 657
Michael Griffin
$15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #97 / 167
$11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #63 / 167
74.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 74.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #30 / 167
395413
Capitol Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
NH
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Harrisburg
138
Facility 138
PA AVG 94
Rank #73 / 552
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
PA AVG 69.7
Rank #46 / 494
+33%
3.13
Facility 3.13
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #159 / 181
+3%-24%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 183
-
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #130 / 178
3.9
Facility 3.9
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #100 / 178
-128-
33
Facility 33
PA AVG 47
Rank #436 / 657
Kristina Carlevale
$22.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $22.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $18.8M
Rank #41 / 167
$11.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG $11.4M
Rank #60 / 167
49.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 49.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
PA AVG 69.2%
Rank #101 / 167
395372

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every PA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 200 on this page.

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Overview of Concordia at Rebecca Residence

Providing short-term rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, and personal care services, Concordia at Rebecca Residence is a skilled nursing community in Allison Park, Pennsylvania. Operated by Rebecca Residence under Concordia Lutheran Health’s stewardship, it accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families flexible coverage options. With a 91 percent occupancy rate, the 65-bed community maintains a steady population. The average stay duration of about 20 days mirrors a balance between post-acute rehabilitation residents and those in longer-term care.

The home, clinically speaking, is built for skilled nursing and rehabilitation support. Total nursing care averages 3 hours 36 minutes per resident day, with registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses present 24/7 to deliver attentive support. That level of staffing fits residents recovering from surgery or hospitalization and those handling ongoing medical needs. Daily life is structured around three chef-inspired meals served in formal or casual dining settings, and occupants can access a full roster of activities and wellness programs. The fitness center, library, arts and creativity programs, and daily cultural and social programming supply regular engagement. Practical amenities include a beauty salon, concierge services, a bar and lounge, a billiards room, and transportation for local shopping and limited medical appointments. Many apartments feature in-unit washer and dryer, reducing the need to navigate shared laundry facilities. The car-dependent facility has a Walk Score of 15, so visiting family members must plan transportation.

Themes around clinical documentation and medication management protocols have been identified by state inspections. To support safe care, the facility has addressed findings and maintains systems.

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Overview of Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive
SpiriTrust Lutheran, The Village at Sprenkle Drive is a retirement community in York, PA. It offers a variety of services including Residential Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support Care, Skilled Nursing Care, and Short-Term Rehabilitation. The community promotes an active, independent lifestyle while providing a continuum of care.

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Overview of Cedar Crest Post Acute

A community with unparalleled care for skilled nursing and rehabilitative services, Cedar Crest, focuses on conducting results-driven programs with cutting-edge technologies that specifically cater to the varying needs of the residents.  With an emphasis on sub-acute rehabilitation, the nursing home consists of professional staff committed to providing seniors with a safe and comfortable environment.

Cedar Crest assures families and seniors that nursing home care services include a patient-centered community for post-acute and long-term skilled nursing, allowing for maximum potential in recovery. They are proud to be an Urgent SNF™ and Rehabbing Care™ partner, guaranteeing a revitalizing recovery experience for all.

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Overview of Serenity at Lgar

Serenity at Lgar is a newly licensed 40-bed personal care home at 800 Elsie Street in Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania, in Allegheny County east of Pittsburgh. The facility offers memory care, rehabilitation, and respite services and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. 24-hour staffing is confirmed.

CMS rates the community 3 stars, driven by a staffing sub-rating 73.7 percent below Pennsylvania’s average. Nurse hours run 4h 4m per resident daily against a state average of 4h 35m. The facility’s single inspection on August 20, 2025, as an original licensing visit with no residents yet, identified seven deficiencies related to safety and emergency preparedness: carbon monoxide detector issues, obstructed egress routes, and lint accumulation in dryers. No complaints, enforcement actions, and resident-care findings appear on record. Occupancy data and a multi-year compliance track record are still unavailable given the facility’s recent licensing.

Programs include recuperation and rehabilitation and restoration services.
The facility is best for residents seeking memory care or short-term rehabilitation in Allegheny County, with availability expected given its early operational stage.

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Overview of Brinton Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Brinton Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Glen Mills, PA, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, respite care, and hospice care. Fostering comfort and healing, the community has a nurturing and supportive environment. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, nutrition program, and falls management, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Through a holistic approach to care, the community also ensures residents receive the best possible care for their unique needs and habits.

Sensory-stimulating activities and light exercises help maintain residents’ holistic wellness and encourage them to stay active. State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment, well-lit spaces, and accessible rooms are also available, so residents can focus on their recovery. Nestled in the tree-lined neighborhood of Glen Mills, near bus stops, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home continuously provides top-notch services for older adults’ welfare, making it one of the best options for senior living in Pennsylvania.

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Overview of Friendship Village of South Hills

At Friendship Village of South Hills, authenticity is at the core of everything they do. This exceptional community offers genuine care in a delightful atmosphere and environment, providing a range of services that encompass assisted living levels of care, memory care therapy, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Residents will relish the experience of small-town living and embrace the serenity of their surroundings, knowing that they have access to comprehensive nursing home care when needed.

A dedicated and compassionate staff ensures that every resident’s needs, whether in assisted living or memory care, are attentively met, fostering a sense of comfort and security. Therapies specifically designed for memory care therapy are readily available, promoting cognitive well-being and enhancing the quality of life. Certified medical professionals are on hand around the clock, offering peace of mind and personalized care, especially for those requiring nursing home care. The home epitomizes senior living at its finest, creating an environment where individuals can thrive and truly enjoy their golden years.

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Overview of Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Nestled in Erie, Pennsylvania, Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center exists as an unparalleled healthcare provider for seniors. This facility offers a wide spectrum of services, including rehabilitation, long-term care, pharmacy support, and healthcare staffing. With 115 beds available in their skilled nursing facility, it’s a trusted choice for both short-term and long-term care, focusing on comfort, efficiency, and the integration of modern technology.

Walnut Creek is dedicated to personalized care, with a skilled interdisciplinary team meeting residents’ specific needs, from dietary preferences to nursing home requirements. Alongside their comprehensive care offerings, residents can also enjoy a range of nursing home activities designed to enhance their well-being. The facility boasts additional features such as a garden, salon, chapel services, transportation assistance, and high-speed wireless Internet access. Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is definitely a place that thrives in blending care, comfort, and community.

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Asbury Heights

700 Bower Hill Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
Overview of Asbury Heights

Asbury Heights, a historic and trusted provider of senior living services, has been a Pittsburgh staple for over 115 years. At Asbury Heights, the dedicated team has built a wonderful community that offers comprehensive accommodations for seniors in search of a spectrum of care. Offering independent living, personal care, nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care services, this community has maintained a high standard of service delivered with compassion. Asbury Heights truly feels like home to its residents. This community stands on a sprawling, beautiful campus with features for leisure activities; Asbury Heights is also equipped with a beauty salon, café, post office, and chapel. Nursing home residents are under inpatient or outpatient programs with therapy and other specific treatment plans. Furthermore, personal care and memory care residents have access to assistance with daily tasks with help from the dedicated staff. For those in search of independent living, Asbury Heights provides amenities and activities to encourage an active lifestyle.

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Overview of Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park

A community that strives in exceedingly making its residents comfortable, the Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park offers the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday living.  A sister home of the Wesley Enhanced Living group, their Pennypack Park branch places integrity at the heart of its mission– personal care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and dementia care are all delivered with compassion and integrity. As its name suggests, the elegant senior living home aims to enhance and enrich the lives of residents of Wesley Enhanced Living in Pennypack Park.
Wesley Enhanced Pennypack lifestyle is built on the enhancement of residents’ lives, as well as ensuring a home where residents thrive. Residents can get seamless access to beautiful community amenities such as the landscaped courtyard, gazebo, walking paths, and gardens; or indulge in healthy and delicious meals at the dining room or in-house cafe. The senior living community strives in promoting a warm and inviting environment where residents can easily feel comfortable in living their best life possible.

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Overview of Capitol Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

Capitol Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center sits at 4000 Linglestown Rd in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and covers a lot of ground: nursing home care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. At 138 beds, it’s a sizable operation, and occupancy runs high, 94.1%.

The Walk Score lands at 33 out of 100, somewhat walkable, so a few nearby services are within reach, but most errands still call for a car. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted, opening up multiple ways for families to cover costs.

Skilled nursing, wound care, and orthopedic rehabilitation are all part of the service list, backed by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses. A medical director checks in monthly, and discharge support is available when a resident is ready to transition elsewhere. There’s also a named program worth noting: the Family Matters Program, built specifically around keeping residents and families connected.

Beyond the clinical piece, residents have lounges and activity areas to use, plus religious services, recreational programming, and organized trips off-site.

What shows is a large, high-occupancy facility spanning five care types, with real clinical depth in rehab and nursing, and a structured effort toward keeping families in the loop rather than leaving that to chance.

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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 200 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.