Nursing Homes in Exeter, Pennsylvania
Exeter has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 120 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Pennsylvania's state average of 3.0 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
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Total Beds
120
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
33 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
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exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
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Top Rated in Exeter
Highland Manor Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
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About Nursing Home Care in Exeter
Exeter, PA, is not a strong market for nursing home care. The standout is **Highland Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center**, but it falls short with a troubling **Grade D** rating. Families should be aware that while there are no major red flags like fines or abuse citations, the overall options are limited and concerning. It’s advisable to consider facilities in neighboring cities for better care.
Currently, there are no facilities in Exeter worth recommending. **Highland Manor** has been noted for its clean record with zero fines, but the overall quality of care remains questionable. Families seeking quality care should look to nearby areas such as West Hazleton or Wilkes-Barre, where facilities may offer better services and staffing.
On the other hand, families should definitely skip **Highland Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center** due to its **Grade D** rating, indicating significant concerns regarding care quality. It’s critical to visit any facility you’re considering; pay attention to staff interactions with residents and cleanliness, as these factors speak volumes about the facility's overall environment and care standards.
Exeter at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Exeter is stable
Questions Exeter Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Exeter avg is 0.55 hrs (33 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Exeter facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Exeter, Pennsylvania
Exeter, Pennsylvania's Luzerne County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 120 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Exeter vs. Pennsylvania: Near State Average
Exeter nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Pennsylvania's statewide average of 3.00 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Exeter, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Exeter
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Exeter facilities average 0.55 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Exeter resident receives approximately 33 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Exeter facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Exeter has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Pennsylvania cities for additional options. The following Pennsylvania cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Philadelphia — 47 facilities
- Pittsburgh — 26 facilities
- Erie — 14 facilities
- Lancaster — 10 facilities
- York — 10 facilities
- Scranton — 9 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Exeter, Pennsylvania?
Exeter has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 120 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Pennsylvania's state average of 3.0 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Exeter?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Exeter include:
- • Highland Manor Rehabilitation And Nursing Center — Grade D, 48/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Exeter nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Exeter as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Exeter Nursing Homes
Exeter offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.