Best Skilled Nursing in State College, Pennsylvania
7 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 7 skilled nursing communities in State College. Families rate them 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 211 public reviews.
- 7communities
- 4.3average rating, 7 rated
- 211family reviews read
Juniper Village at Brookline Wellspring Memory Care
State College, Pennsylvania
5(9)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Village At Penn State
State College, Pennsylvania
4.6(52)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Foxdale Village Retirement Community
State College, Pennsylvania
4.8(6)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Juniper Village at Brookline
State College, Pennsylvania
4.2(36)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Juniper Village at Brookline, Rehabilitation & Skilled Care
State College, Pennsylvania
4.2(36)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Greenhills Village
State College, Pennsylvania
4.1(13)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Embassy Of Hearthside
State College, Pennsylvania
3.3(59)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in State College
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Juniper Village at Brookline Wellspring Memory Care
5 (9 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Juniper Village at Brookline Wellspring Memory Care holds a perfect 5-star Google rating from 9 reviewers, though no written reviews are available to detail specific family experiences. The available information focuses…
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4.6 (52 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 36 units
Public reviews for The Village At Penn State are largely reflected in an overall 4.5-star Google rating from 53 reviews, but no detailed reviewer comments were provided to summarize specific praises or concerns. The…
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Foxdale Village Retirement Community
4.8 (6 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 46 units
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Juniper Village at Brookline, Rehabilitation & Skilled Care
4.2 (36 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 116 units
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4.2 (36 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers mostly describe kind, patient, attentive staff, and one family praised the skilled nursing and hospice care as clean and comfortable. One reviewer strongly disagreed, calling the care poor and overpriced.…
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4.1 (13 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Most reviewers describe Greenhills Village as a caring, clean community where residents get compassionate attention, decent food, and effective rehab support, often at a lower cost than prior facilities. One detailed…
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3.3 (59 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 157 units
Reviews for Embassy of Hearthside are mixed, with some families praising caring staff and recent leadership-driven improvements, while others report serious problems with discharge planning, nursing care, and physical…
What families say about skilled nursing in State College
Counted across the review summaries of 7 State College communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Medical and nursing care 71%
- Building and grounds 71%
- Caring, attentive staff 43%
- Cleanliness 43%
- Activities and social life 29%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 86%
- Cost and billing 86%
- Staff attitude 29%
- Management 29%
“Staff seemed nice. I went in to introduce my daughters miniature horses to the patients. This was a neat experience for the patients and staff.”
Skilled Nursing in State College: the figures
- •4 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.8 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: on-site nurse (rn) (5), private rooms (5), 24-hour staff (5), medication management (5), gathering / activity spaces (5), housekeeping (5).
Skilled Nursing near State College
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrone22.7 mi | 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 22.7 mi |
| Altoona34.3 mi | 9 | 4.2 / 5 | 34.3 mi |
All of Pennsylvania: Skilled Nursing in Pennsylvania. Closer to home? Compare skilled nursing near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in State College, 211 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 State College 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?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in State College: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in State College, Pennsylvania?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 skilled nursing long term care communities in State College, Pennsylvania, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in State College are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Juniper Village at Brookline Wellspring Memory Care (5★, 9 ratings), Foxdale Village Retirement Community (4.8★, 6 ratings), The Village At Penn State (4.6★, 52 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in State College?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, State College has assisted living (9 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (7 communities), home health (6 communities), memory care (5 communities), independent living (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in State College?
Families rate State College skilled nursing long term care communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 211 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in State College skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 7 State College communities, the most common praise is medical and nursing care (mentioned for 71%), building and grounds (mentioned for 71%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 43%). The most common concerns are communication with families (86%), cost and billing (86%), staff attitude (29%).
How do State College nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
4 Medicare-certified nursing homes in State College carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.8 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 1 is 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 State College bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
