Best Skilled Nursing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

24 communities found

Pittsburgh lists 28 skilled nursing communities, all residential, with no home care agencies in the mix. Of the 25 rated communities, the average rating is 3.6 out of 5, drawn from 1,574 reviews read. Medicare star ratings average 2 out of 5 across those 25 communities, with 2 earning five stars and 11 earning just one star.

24communities
3.5average rating, 21 rated
1,392family reviews read
0small homes, 10 or fewer

Little Sisters Of The Poor

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

5(1)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Whitetail Springs Alzheimer's Special Care Center

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

4.5(2)

Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Vincentian Home

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

4.2(99)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Asbury Heights

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

4.1(110)

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more

Rose Meadows Health & Rehab Center

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

4(9)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Burgh Care Center

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

4(24)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Fair Oaks Senior Living

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

4(40)

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more

Southwestern Veterans Center

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

3.7(10)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Canterbury Place

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

3.8(69)

Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Heritage Care Center

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

3.8(96)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Southwestern Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

3.8(139)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Best-rated skilled nursing in Pittsburgh

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

1
Vincentian Home
4.2 (99 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 106 units
2
Asbury Heights
4.1 (110 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 139 units
Licensed for up to 139 residents, rated 4.1 from 107 Google reviews, though no detailed review comments are available.
3
Rose Meadows Health & Rehab Center
4 (9 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 200 units
4
Burgh Care Center
4 (24 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 126 units
Rated 4.0 from 26 reviews, emphasizing short-term rehab after surgery, family involvement in care planning, and a clean, activity-focused environment.
5
Fair Oaks Senior Living
4 (40 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe a warm, caring staff and full continuum of care, but report persistent trouble reaching administration for care concerns and billing.
6
Southwestern Veterans Center
3.7 (10 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 236 units
Serves veterans with generally praised caring staff, though one review describes a Department of Health investigation into a preventable resident death.
7
Canterbury Place
3.8 (69 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 115 units
Reviews are mixed, with some families citing slow call-button response, understaffing, and cleanliness problems, while one praised a short rehab stay.
8
Heritage Care Center
3.8 (96 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 143 units
9
Southwestern Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
3.8 (139 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 118 units
Southwestern Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, holding a 3.8 out of 5 rating from 133 Google reviewers. Beyond the rating and capacity, no…
10
Carnegie Park Post Acute
3.6 (63 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 180 units

What families say about skilled nursing in Pittsburgh

Counted across the review summaries of 23 Pittsburgh communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Families most often point to caring, attentive staff, noted in 48% of 27 communities, and medical and nursing care, mentioned in 44%. At the same time, communication with families is flagged as a concern in 48% of communities, and cost and billing issues come up in 44%.

Praised most

Caring, attentive staff 52%
Medical and nursing care 48%
Building and grounds 35%
Activities and social life 30%
Food and dining 22%

Concerns raised

Communication with families 43%
Cost and billing 39%
Cleanliness 30%
Building and upkeep 30%

Skilled Nursing in Pittsburgh: the figures

•Of the 22 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 4 have 11 to 60, and 18 have more than 60.
•24 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 12 rated one star.
•Most common amenities: on-site nurse (rn) (23), emergency call system (23), 24-hour staff (23), medication management (23), wheelchair accessible (23), housekeeping (23).

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 Pittsburgh

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

City	Communities	RatingAverage rating	Distance
Bethel Park8.5 mi	6	3.8 / 5	8.5 mi
Bridgeville9.3 mi	7	4.4 / 5	9.3 mi
Monroeville10.8 mi	31	3.9 / 5	10.8 mi
Wexford13.3 mi	6	3.8 / 5	13.3 mi
McMurray14.1 mi	5	4.2 / 5	14.1 mi
Canonsburg15.4 mi	8	4.2 / 5	15.4 mi
Washington22.6 mi	28	4.2 / 5	22.6 mi
Zelienople24.5 mi	5	4.4 / 5	24.5 mi

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About these figures

Computed on October 18, 2026 from the 24 communities listed in Pittsburgh, 1,392 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.

Reading on this

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Skilled Nursing in Pittsburgh: Common Questions

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

MyLivingChoice lists 24 skilled nursing long term care communities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

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

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Vincentian Home (4.2★, 99 ratings), Asbury Heights (4.1★, 110 ratings), Fair Oaks Senior Living (4★, 40 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Pittsburgh?

Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Pittsburgh has assisted living (28 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (24 communities), memory care (19 communities), home health (18 communities), independent living (18 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

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

Families rate Pittsburgh skilled nursing long term care communities 3.5 out of 5 on average, across 1,392 public Google reviews of local communities.

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

Across the review summaries of 23 Pittsburgh communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 52%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 48%), building and grounds (mentioned for 35%). The most common concerns are communication with families (43%), cost and billing (39%), cleanliness (30%).

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

Of the 22 Pittsburgh communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 4 have 11 to 60, and 18 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.

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

24 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Pittsburgh carry an overall star rating, averaging 2 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 12 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.