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University City Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

3609 Chestnut Street

4.7(294 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Care team
Nursing, therapy, and social work work together

What Families Think

Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the therapy and rehab staff at University City Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, with many patients crediting the physical, occupational, and respiratory therapy teams with real progress toward walking and returning home. A smaller number of reviews describe serious lapses, including unresponsive nursing staff, a rude head nurse, and a business office employee who mishandled billing and privacy matters.

The Good

  • Physical and occupational therapy widely praised for real progress
  • Named staff repeatedly singled out for excellent, attentive care
  • Facility described as clean and well-kept
  • Activities and group socialization in the dining room
  • On-site therapy gym for mobility rehabilitation

The Bad

  • One report of nursing staff attitude and slow response to requests
  • One report of a head nurse being disrespectful to family members
  • One report of a business office employee mishandling billing and violating patient privacy
  • One reviewer noted a monotonous vegetarian diet and discharge planning difficulty

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About University City Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

University City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, focused on helping patients heal, rebuild strength, and return to daily life with confidence.

The community offers targeted rehabilitation and medical support, including an on-site therapy gym where residents work with therapists to regain mobility and independence. In-house dialysis treatment is also available for patients who need it during their stay.

Care teams include nursing, therapy, and social work staff who work together to support each patient's recovery and help them prepare for a return home. Patients are guided through individualized therapy at their own pace as part of the rehabilitation process.

Beyond clinical care, the facility offers an activities program, including group activities held in the dining room, giving residents opportunities to socialize and stay engaged during their stay.

University City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center describes itself as a caring community that prioritizes residents' overall well-being throughout their recovery.

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

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Reviews

4.7overall · 294 ratings combined

4.7★ on Google (294)

Dorrie Peters

Jul 2026

via Google

Cincere was my adopted daughter I adopted her after my visit she took care of me so well I didn't have to ask her for nothing. It was done before I could open MY mouth She overwhelmed me with love. She is so Loving and deserve a lot of appreciation and love.

Constance Smith

Jul 2026

via Google

Therapy has strengthened and helped me a lot. I look forward to going to the gym and participating with other patients.

Roxanne Winters

Jul 2026

via Google

I don't have any complaints. The people who work here really care and they show up for you. From my housekeeper down to the therapist. Everyone is polite.

Violet Baxter

Jul 2026

via Google

I enjoy the staff, and going to the gym. The therapist are great and my aide.

Alec Johnson

Jul 2026

via Google

This team has been very helpful. It started out rocky but now I am sad to leave. I will miss everyone here. I would recommend this facility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does University City Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center offer?

University City Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is University City Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center located?

University City Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is located at 3609 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

What do families say about University City Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center?

Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the therapy and rehab staff at University City Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, with many patients crediting the physical, occupational, and respiratory therapy teams with real progress toward walking and returning home. A smaller number of reviews describe serious lapses, including unresponsive nursing staff, a rude head nurse, and a business office employee who mishandled billing and privacy matters.

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