Nursing Homes in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Harrisburg has 5 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 930 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.8 stars, which is at Pennsylvania's state average of 3.0 stars. 1 facility earns a B grade or better and is recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-0.20 vs state
Total Beds
930
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
35 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
2
exceed staffing threshold
40% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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0 declined
Top Rated in Harrisburg
Homeland Center
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Homeland Center
★★★★★ · 85/100 · 95 beds
Amoroso Healthcare And Rehabilitation Woodridge
★★★★★ · 55/100 · 95 beds
Capitol Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
★★★★★ · 45/100 · 138 beds
River's Bend Health & Rehab Center
★★★★★ · 38/100 · 198 beds
Spring Creek Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
★★★★★ · 35/100 · 404 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Harrisburg
When it comes to nursing home care in Harrisburg, PA, families need to be cautious. The standout is Harrisburg Health and Rehab, which, while not a perfect option, is the most favorable among the local facilities. However, overall, this market presents limited options and concerning conditions, making it essential for families to dig deeper or consider looking in nearby cities for better alternatives.
If you're set on staying in Harrisburg, you might explore Harrisburg Health and Rehab for its clean record with zero fines in three years, and Chambers Hill Nursing and Rehab, which is well-staffed, though it still has some operational concerns. Unfortunately, none of the local facilities can be confidently recommended as top-tier, so you may want to check out options in surrounding areas like Mechanicsburg or Camp Hill for more reliable care.
On the flip side, families should skip Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and River's Bend Health & Rehab Center, both graded F due to serious deficiencies and abuse citations. Avoid Capitol Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, which has a D rating and has been cited for inadequate staffing. When visiting any facility, always pay attention to staff interactions with residents; this can give you invaluable insight into the care environment.
Harrisburg at a Glance
Good News
- • 2 facilities with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 2 facilities have more nurses than required
- • 1 facility earned 5-star CMS rating
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 5 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Harrisburg is stable
Questions Harrisburg 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; Harrisburg avg is 0.59 hrs (35 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
2 of 5 Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania's Dauphin County seat, has 5 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 930 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Harrisburg vs. Pennsylvania: Near State Average
Harrisburg nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 2.80 stars is close to Pennsylvania's statewide average of 3.00 stars.
1 of 5 facility earns 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 Harrisburg, 1 facility scores 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 Harrisburg
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.
Harrisburg facilities average 0.59 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Harrisburg resident receives approximately 35 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
2 Harrisburg 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
Harrisburg has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 4 for-profit facilities. 2 of 5 facilities are 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 Harrisburg, Pennsylvania?
Harrisburg has 5 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 930 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.8 stars, which is below Pennsylvania's state average of 3.0 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Harrisburg?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Harrisburg include:
- • Homeland Center — Grade B+, 85/100 Trust Score
- • Amoroso Healthcare And Rehabilitation Woodridge — Grade C, 55/100 Trust Score
- • Capitol Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center — Grade D, 45/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Harrisburg nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg Nursing Homes
Harrisburg offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 1 facility graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.