Best Senior Living in Scranton, Pennsylvania
17 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 19 senior care options in Scranton: 17 communities and 2 home care agencies. Families rate them 3.8 out of 5 on average, across 451 public reviews.
- 19options listed
- 3.8average rating, 17 rated
- 451family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Gino J Merli Veterans Center
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4.7(35)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Marywood Heights
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4.6(12)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Scranton Health Care Center
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4.4(46)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Gardens of Green Ridge
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4.4(16)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Linwood Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4.3(47)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4.3(19)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
From $1,915/moGreen Ridge Senior Apartments
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4.3(19)
Independent Living
Lutherwood
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4.3(9)
Independent Living
Webster Towers
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4.1(9)
Independent Living
Green Ridge Care Center
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4(20)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Personal Care at Allied Terrace
Scranton, Pennsylvania
3.8(6)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Mountain View Care Center
Scranton, Pennsylvania
4(113)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Scranton
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.7 (35 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 196 units
Gino J. Merli Veterans Center is a state-run skilled nursing facility in Scranton dedicated to Pennsylvania veterans and their spouses. Reviewers frequently praise the compassion of nursing, therapy, and support staff,…
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4.6 (12 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 72 units
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4.4 (46 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 44 units
Scranton Health Care Center is a small skilled nursing and long-term care community in Scranton, Pennsylvania, holding a 4.4 out of 5 rating from 45 Google reviews. No detailed review text or amenity information was…
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4.4 (16 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Gardens of Green Ridge holds a solid 4.3 out of 5 rating from 15 Google reviews, reflecting general family satisfaction, though no detailed reviews or specific amenities are provided to describe daily life there. The…
- 5
Linwood Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
4.3 (47 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 102 units
Linwood Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Scranton, Pennsylvania offers skilled nursing and long-term care and holds a 4.3 out of 5 rating from 47 Google reviews. Beyond this rating, no detailed review commentary,…
- 6
4.3 (19 reviews)· Independent Living
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Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab
4.3 (19 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 145 units
There is limited review commentary available for Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab, though it holds a 4.3 rating from 18 Google reviewers. The community is part of Jewish Senior Life of Eastern Pennsylvania, a…
- 8
4.3 (9 reviews)· Independent Living
Lutherwood is a HUD Section 8 independent living community in Scranton, PA, serving income-qualified seniors with subsidized rents. Google reviewers generally praise the cleanliness, caring staff, and well-maintained…
- 9
4.1 (9 reviews)· Independent Living
Families and residents describe Webster Towers as a friendly, welcoming independent living community with plenty of activities and a positive atmosphere. Reviewers highlight approachable management, clean grounds, and a…
- 10
4 (20 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 95 units
Green Ridge Care Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Scranton, Pennsylvania, licensed for up to 95 residents. It holds a 4.1 out of 5 rating from 18 Google reviews, though no individual review…
What families say about senior living in Scranton
Counted across the review summaries of 17 Scranton communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 41%
- Medical and nursing care 41%
- Activities and social life 29%
- Building and grounds 24%
- Safety and security 24%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 47%
- Communication with families 41%
- Building and upkeep 29%
- Staff attitude 18%
“I volunteered here on Friday. The facility was very clean and the staff seemed very competent and knew the residents well. Sherri was great! She provided clear directions on what to do so I could make the most out of my time volunteering. The residents were nice as well. I would definitely volunteer here again.”
“My dearest friend was in the Memory Care unit and received excellent care. The workers treated her like family. Her son and I visited daily and were always happy with the care she received. The workers there are wonderful caring people. I would highly recommend Gardens of Greenridge.”
“I have been to Linwood twice. Each time I had a great experience. The nurses and CNA’s are the greatest. All of the staff from house keeping, physical and occupational therapy to admin are so caring and can’t do enough for you. If I need rehab again, this is where I want to be.”
Senior Living in Scranton: the figures
- •Of the 9 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 7 have more than 60.
- •9 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.9 out of 5: 4 rated four stars or better, 3 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (15), 24-hour staff (15), housekeeping (13), medication management (12), emergency call system (12), on-site nurse (rn) (11).
Senior Living near Scranton
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarks Summit5.3 mi | 8 | 4.2 / 5 | 5.3 mi |
| Wilkes-Barre15.2 mi | 22 | 3.9 / 5 | 15.2 mi |
| Kingston15.7 mi | 10 | 4.1 / 5 | 15.7 mi |
| Dallas17.3 mi | 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 17.3 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 19 communities listed in Scranton, 451 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Scranton ask about.
- Home Care in Pennsylvania: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Senior Living in Scranton: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Scranton, Pennsylvania?
MyLivingChoice lists 19 senior living communities in Scranton, Pennsylvania, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Scranton are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Gino J Merli Veterans Center (4.7★, 35 ratings), Marywood Heights (4.6★, 12 ratings), Scranton Health Care Center (4.4★, 46 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Scranton?
Beyond senior living, Scranton has skilled nursing / long term care (14 communities), independent living (3 communities), assisted living (2 communities), home health (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Scranton?
Families rate Scranton senior living communities 3.8 out of 5 on average, across 451 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Scranton senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 17 Scranton communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 41%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 41%), activities and social life (mentioned for 29%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (47%), communication with families (41%), building and upkeep (29%).
Are there small senior living homes in Scranton?
Of the 9 Scranton communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 7 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Scranton nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
9 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Scranton carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.9 out of 5. 4 are rated four stars or better and 3 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.