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Laurel Square Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center

1020 Oak Lane Avenue

4.3(78 ratings)· Philadelphia average: 4

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Quick Facts

Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Partnership
Certified beds
87
Respite Care
Short-term respite and restorative care offered
Ownership
Member of Nationwide Healthcare Services network

What Families Think

Most reviewers describe Laurel Square as a warm, tightly-knit skilled nursing and rehab facility where the admissions director and nursing staff are singled out for personal attention and communication with families. A handful of reviewers, however, report serious concerns about cleanliness, odors, and one account of neglect and a medication error, alongside repeated but milder complaints about the food.

The Good

  • Staff, especially admissions director, praised for warmth
  • Strong physical therapy and rehab outcomes reported
  • Nursing staff responsive to concerns quickly
  • Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) staff available for families
  • Regular activities like bingo and outside religious services
  • Family communication described as frequent and reassuring

The Bad

  • Several reviewers report dirtiness and unpleasant smells
  • Multiple reviewers say food quality needs improvement
  • One serious report of neglect, weight loss, and a medication error
  • One report of no air conditioning during a Philadelphia heat wave

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About Laurel Square Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center

Laurel Square Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is an 87-bed subacute rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in the East Oak Lane section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Described as intimate and cozy, the community serves North Philadelphia and the surrounding areas with a continuum of post-acute services and long-term care.

The facility emphasizes a warm and homelike environment where residents are treated as family members. Laurel Square is a member of Nationwide Healthcare Services and focuses on delivering post-hospital care aimed at expediting recovery.

Following extensive renovations, Laurel Square offers specialized clinical programs including intensive orthopedic rehabilitation, complex wound care, and short-term respite and restorative care.

The community is located at 1020 Oak Lane Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19126.

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

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Reviews

4.3overall · 78 ratings combined

4.3★ on Google (78)

Christopher Kingsberry

Jul 2026

via Google

Please note things can always change. Nonetheless for the past year staff has been stable, the facility has been clean and my brother’s needs and concerns has been addressed in a timely manner. In addition other residents appear comfortable and content. The program provides activities such as bingo, religious services by outside organizations.

l ward

Jul 2026

via Google

These people are nasty , they treat the patients horribly, they will call PCA and make reports against the family when they are abusing or neglecting your family member to try and protect themselves. My grandmother list 60 pounds in their care. Doctor Rosen was giving her Diabectic medicine when she isn't diabetic. KATHY WHITE the director is very aggressive and screams but claims its passion yet its unstable behavior to be a director. I made complaints about these things instead I was ignored and they made a false report to PCA after trying yo extort my grandmother for money for her stay and then discharged her claiming it was unsafe for her to come with me. Watch these people if you love your family members dont send them here.<br>BASIL WATSON needs to be investigated he threatens family members and then uses PCA as a crutch to hide from the abuse and neglect being done by his staff. They do alot of insubordination and these guys are having parties instead of caring for the patients.

Tonia Braswell-Cash

May 2026

via Google

Great facility! Small and quaint, concentrating on patient care and quality of life!

Darla Rilice

May 2026

via Google

The building was clean, organized, and had a comfortable environment. The staff was professional, and very helpful during orientation. Everyone made me feel welcomed and supported

Eric Solomon

May 2026

via Google

I came back to Laurel Square. Received the care to get back in track. Would recommend highly. Thanking all the staff and admiration from Laurel Square. Kudos to all job well done.<br>Eric S

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Laurel Square Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center offer?

Laurel Square Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Laurel Square Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center located?

Laurel Square Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is located at 1020 Oak Lane Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

What do families say about Laurel Square Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center?

Most reviewers describe Laurel Square as a warm, tightly-knit skilled nursing and rehab facility where the admissions director and nursing staff are singled out for personal attention and communication with families. A handful of reviewers, however, report serious concerns about cleanliness, odors, and one account of neglect and a medication error, alongside repeated but milder complaints about the food.

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