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Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center

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915 Delaware Street, Forest City, PA 18421

Care Types

Skilled Nursing
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About Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center

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Located on Delaware Street in the borough of Forest City, Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in the heart of Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. Operated by LME Family Holdings, this community reflects a locally invested approach to long-term care — bringing attentive, family-oriented service to a region where personal relationships and community trust matter deeply. Forest City sits in the rolling hills of northeastern Pennsylvania's Endless Mountains, just north of the Lackawanna County line and roughly 25 miles from Scranton. The borough's proximity to Lake Wesauking, Elk Mountain Ski Resort, and the natural scenery of Susquehanna County makes it a genuinely beautiful setting for both residents and visiting family members. The nearby city of Carbondale — just 10 miles south — offers a full range of shopping, pharmacies, and dining options, including local staples along North Main Street. Forest City's own borough character is intimate and walkable, with its historic downtown and community parks providing a grounded small-town atmosphere. For acute medical support, residents and families have access to regional healthcare through Commonwealth Health's Regional Hospital of Scranton and Moses Taylor Hospital, both accessible via Route 6 and I-81. Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton provides additional specialty care and serves as a major referral hub for Susquehanna County providers. Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center delivers a full spectrum of skilled nursing services including post-acute rehabilitation therapies, long-term care, wound management, and medically complex nursing support. LME Family Holdings' ownership philosophy centers on staffing stability, personalized resident relationships, and a commitment to keeping care close to home for the families of northeastern Pennsylvania. For families in Forest City, Susquehanna County, and the surrounding Endless Mountains region, Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center offers trusted skilled care without requiring a long drive to a distant urban facility.

Care Types at Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center

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Skilled Nursing

Round-the-clock medical care and rehabilitation services provided by licensed nurses and therapists for seniors with complex health needs requiring professional oversight.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What services does Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center provide? +

Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center offers skilled nursing care, short-term post-acute rehabilitation (physical, occupational, and speech therapy), wound care, long-term nursing support, and medically complex care management for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or injury.

Which hospitals are closest to Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center? +

The nearest major hospitals are in the Scranton area, approximately 25 miles south via Route 6 and I-81. These include Commonwealth Health's Regional Hospital of Scranton, Moses Taylor Hospital, and Geisinger Community Medical Center — all of which serve as referral and acute care resources for Susquehanna County residents.

What is Forest City, PA like for seniors and their families? +

Forest City is a quiet borough in Susquehanna County surrounded by the natural beauty of the Endless Mountains. The area is known for its relaxed pace, outdoor recreation near Elk Mountain and Lake Wesauking, and the small-town community character that many seniors and families find comforting. Carbondale, just 10 miles south, provides additional shopping and services.

Who owns and operates Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center? +

The facility is operated by LME Family Holdings, a locally invested ownership group focused on providing stable, relationship-centered long-term care in northeastern Pennsylvania. This family-holdings structure often translates to greater management continuity and a more personalized approach to resident and family engagement.

Does Forest City Nursing and Rehab accept Medicare and Medicaid? +

As a licensed Pennsylvania skilled nursing facility, Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center participates in Medicare (for qualifying short-term skilled care) and Medicaid (for long-term care). Contact the admissions team at (570) 785-3005 to discuss your specific situation, coverage options, and current bed availability.

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