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Best Skilled Nursing in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

9 communities found

Bethlehem offers 8 skilled nursing communities, all residential in size, with an average family rating of 3.7 based on 497 reviews read across the group. Medicare's own star ratings run higher, averaging 4.3, with five of the eight communities earning four stars or better and none rated at just one star. Most locations share the same core amenities: wheelchair access, emergency call systems, 24-hour staff, medication management, and an on-site RN.

  • 9communities
  • 3.6average rating, 9 rated
  • 559family reviews read
  • 0small homes, 10 or fewer

Best-rated skilled nursing in Bethlehem

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

  1. 1

    Advanced Health Care Of Hanover

    4.2 (72 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 46 units

    Families praise the physical and occupational therapy team and a clean, attractive building, though one review noted inconsistent nursing care and delayed medications.

  2. 2

    Kirkland Village

    4.2 (58 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units

  3. 3

    Holy Family Senior Living

    4 (70 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 208 units

    Holy Family Manor is licensed for up to 208 residents and holds a 3.9 out of 5 rating from 71 Google reviews.

  4. 4

    Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation

    4 (79 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 227 units

    Bethlehem South focuses on post-hospital recovery and holds a 4.0 Google rating from 78 reviews.

  5. 5

    Bethlehem North Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

    3.9 (164 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 217 units

    Bethlehem North is a post-hospital skilled nursing facility with a Google rating of 3.9 from 160 reviews.

  6. 6

    Country Meadows Nursing & Rehab Center

    3.3 (27 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 70 units

    Families give sharply mixed reviews, praising rehab therapy and admissions support while others describe ignored call buttons and poor room placements.

  7. 7

    Senior LIFE Lehigh Valley

    3.4 (62 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

  8. 8

    Moravian Village Of Bethlehem

    2.7 (23 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 93 units

    Moravian Village offers independent living with access to skilled nursing as needs change, set in the historic Moravian Bethlehem district.

What families say about skilled nursing in Bethlehem

Counted across the review summaries of 8 Bethlehem communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Families most often praise caring, attentive staff and the quality of medical and nursing care, each cited by 75% of the 8 communities. At the same time, communication with families and cost and billing concerns also appear in 75% of communities, suggesting these are common friction points even where care itself is well regarded. Building and upkeep issues and inconsistent medical care each surface in a smaller share, around 25%.

Praised most

  • Caring, attentive staff 75%
  • Medical and nursing care 75%
  • Building and grounds 38%
  • Food and dining 13%
  • Activities and social life 13%

Concerns raised

  • Communication with families 75%
  • Cost and billing 75%
  • Medical and nursing care 25%
  • Building and upkeep 25%

Skilled Nursing in Bethlehem: the figures

  • •Of the 8 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60.
  • •8 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.9 out of 5: 6 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
  • •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (8), emergency call system (8), 24-hour staff (8), medication management (8), on-site nurse (rn) (8), housekeeping (8).

How families pay for skilled nursing in Pennsylvania

Most families in Pennsylvania start by paying privately for assisted living, memory care and independent living, drawing on savings, pensions, Social Security and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, where a policy was purchased years earlier, can offset part of the monthly cost as well, though families still need to confirm what the policy actually covers and for how long. Veterans and surviving spouses may also qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps with the cost of care and is worth exploring early, since the application process can take some time.

The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Pennsylvania.

Skilled Nursing near Bethlehem

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

CityCommunitiesRating
Allentown7.2 mi464.3 / 5
Easton8 mi183.8 / 5
Allentown, PA10.1 mi63.8 / 5
Macungie12.8 mi54.3 / 5
Quakertown14.1 mi74 / 5
Stroudsburg24.2 mi64.5 / 5
Harleysville25.8 mi54.5 / 5
Doylestown26.9 mi123.7 / 5

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About these figures

Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Bethlehem, 559 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; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.

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Skilled Nursing in Bethlehem: Common Questions

How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania?

MyLivingChoice lists 9 skilled nursing long term care communities in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Bethlehem are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Advanced Health Care Of Hanover (4.2★, 72 ratings), Kirkland Village (4.2★, 58 ratings), Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation (4★, 79 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Bethlehem?

Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Bethlehem has assisted living (9 communities), independent living (9 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (9 communities), home health (7 communities), memory care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Bethlehem?

Families rate Bethlehem skilled nursing long term care communities 3.6 out of 5 on average, across 559 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in Bethlehem skilled nursing long term care communities?

Across the review summaries of 8 Bethlehem communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 75%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 75%), building and grounds (mentioned for 38%). The most common concerns are communication with families (75%), cost and billing (75%), medical and nursing care (25%).

Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Bethlehem?

Of the 8 Bethlehem communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.

How do Bethlehem nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?

8 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Bethlehem carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.9 out of 5. 6 are rated four stars or better and 2 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.

Prefer to stay home?

Home care agencies serving Bethlehem bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.