Skip to main content
The Ultimate Senior Resource

Philadelphia Protestant Home

Claim This Listing

6500 Tabor Road, Philadelphia, PA 19111

Care Types

Skilled Nursing
Learn more →

About Philadelphia Protestant Home

+
Philadelphia Protestant Home is one of the Delaware Valley's most storied nonprofit senior care communities, offering skilled nursing care from its landmark campus on Tabor Road in the Lawncrest neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia. As a nonprofit corporation with roots dating back to 1871, Philadelphia Protestant Home has served generations of Philadelphia families with a mission-driven commitment to compassionate, dignified, and holistic care for older adults. The Tabor Road campus sits in a well-established Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood with outstanding access to the city's medical, recreational, and civic resources. Jeanes Hospital, part of the Temple University Health System, is located on Tabor Road just steps away—providing an exceptional level of medical proximity that families value highly when a loved one requires close coordination between acute hospital care and skilled nursing recovery. Jefferson Health – Torresdale Campus is also accessible via Frankford Avenue, as is the Fox Chase Cancer Center on Cottman Avenue, making the immediate area one of the most medically concentrated corridors in Northeast Philadelphia. Beyond healthcare resources, the surrounding Lawncrest and Lawndale communities offer everything that makes Northeast Philadelphia a beloved home for seniors and families alike. Pennypack Park's sweeping trails and creek-side landscapes provide natural beauty and therapeutic outdoor spaces just minutes away. The Roosevelt Mall, Frankford Avenue corridor, and Cottman Avenue shopping district all sit nearby for family members seeking dining, retail, and daily conveniences before or after visits. Roosevelt Boulevard and I-95 ensure easy access from Bucks County, Montgomery County, and across the Greater Philadelphia region. As a nonprofit corporation, Philadelphia Protestant Home directs all operating resources toward enhancing the lives of its residents. The skilled nursing team provides round-the-clock clinical care, physical and occupational rehabilitation, speech therapy, and comprehensive support for residents with complex or long-term medical needs. The community's deep history, mission-centered culture, and strong neighborhood roots make it a trusted choice for Philadelphia families. Call (215) 697-8000 to arrange a personal tour.

Care Types at Philadelphia Protestant Home

+

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

+
How long has Philadelphia Protestant Home been serving seniors? +

Philadelphia Protestant Home was founded in 1871, making it one of the oldest and most established nonprofit senior care communities in the Philadelphia region. Over more than 150 years, the organization has built a legacy of compassionate, mission-driven service to older adults and their families.

What hospitals are near Philadelphia Protestant Home on Tabor Road? +

Jeanes Hospital (Temple University Health System) is located directly on Tabor Road in very close proximity to the campus. Jefferson Health – Torresdale Campus on Knights Road and Fox Chase Cancer Center on Cottman Avenue are also nearby, offering comprehensive acute-care and specialty services for residents and their families.

What types of skilled nursing care are provided at Philadelphia Protestant Home? +

The facility provides 24-hour skilled nursing care, post-acute rehabilitation (physical, occupational, and speech therapy), wound care, IV therapy, and long-term care for residents with chronic or complex medical conditions. The nonprofit model supports robust staffing and a strong culture of individualized attention.

What is the Lawncrest/Tabor Road neighborhood like for families visiting? +

Lawncrest is a welcoming, close-knit Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood with easy access to Frankford Avenue dining and shopping, Pennypack Park's natural spaces, and the Roosevelt Mall on Roosevelt Boulevard. Major roadways including Roosevelt Boulevard and I-95 make the campus easy to reach from across the city and surrounding suburbs.

Is Philadelphia Protestant Home open to residents of all faiths? +

Yes. While the community has Protestant heritage in its founding, Philadelphia Protestant Home welcomes seniors of all faith backgrounds and provides care rooted in respect for each resident's individual beliefs, traditions, and values. For specific questions about spiritual care programming, contact the admissions team at (215) 697-8000.

Call

Learn More About Philadelphia Protestant Home

Contact us for pricing, availability, and to schedule a tour of Philadelphia Protestant Home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.