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Photo of Ridgecrest
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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41 reviews
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All the staff I've met have been very accommodating for my mom. She talks about them by name almost like they are friends. Ridgecrest always has something going on. My mom has been enjoying (and winning)...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ridgecrest is a vibrant senior living residence designed to help older adults enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and experience greater well-being. Conveniently located between McCandless Crossing and McIntyre Square.Ridgecrest offers spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most...
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Photo of Brookdale Mt. Lebanon
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.7
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59 reviews
9.7
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I found both a place for mom and Brookdale to be wonderful to work with, personable, Warm, Welcoming Friendly, Respectful and Responsive in every way. My father says everyone at Brookdale is kind attentive...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the dishes.If you’re looking for fun and freedom in senior living, come see if our senior living community, with both independent living and personal care home, is the right fit for you. Located in Southern Hills just minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, here...
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9.5
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24 reviews
9.5
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The staff there is wonderful the employees the manager's everything about that place is awesome. My parents are doing so much better there. I feel so much better and more at peace so I don't have to worry so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Paramount Senior Living has been serving the older adult population for over 20 years. Paramount provides quality healthcare in an upscale environment. Paramount has a commitment to provide its residents excellence in service and to enrich their quality of life. We offer apartment style living...
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1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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87 reviews
9.3
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Juniper is a very nice place. Clean, well organized and active. I was a little disappointed that no on from activities encouraged our resident to participate in the well organized activities that were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Juniper Village at Forest Hills is a beautiful personal care community conveniently located off the Parkway East at the Forest Hills exit, just 10 minutes east of Pittsburgh. This elegant community features many varied suite sizes and types and a specialized dementia unit. Our community boasts a...
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8.9
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16 reviews
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We picked them because of the affordability and the room size. The staff seemed very nice. It's certainly not a lively bunch of people but I guess that's what is to be expected in assisted living. I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are a state-certified personal care facility, with capacity to serve 42 Personal Care residents and 12 Memory Care residents, in addition to our 12-unit Sisters Wing. Rooted by the CHFM Mission inspired by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, our staff and volunteers welcome and...
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Photo of Celebration Villa of South Hills
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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42 reviews
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I would rate each a 5. I have two friends living there and just often. Both are very happy with their environment and care. Visit often! We would recommend Celebration Villa of South Hills to other families
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nestled within the South Hills suburb of Baldwin Borough, Celebration Villa of South Hills is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio and one-bedroom...
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Photo of Overlook Green Senior Living
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22 Floor plans available
9.0
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All of the categories that are listed have been what we have enjoyed most about the community. Yes, we would most definitely recommend Overlook Green Senior Living to other families based on the experience...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We welcome you to find out more about our community, which centers on a commitment to individual needs. Our goal is to celebrate your independence and, at the same time, provide the amount of daily assistance that you require. All this happens in an atmosphere that is specially designed for your...
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9.0
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24 reviews
9.0
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The facility is beautiful. The food is delicious. They have a gym and library that my mom enjoys. My dad liked the pub and fellowship there. They provide transportation to stores and doctors. They have lots...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Residence At Whitehall is South Hill's newest 55+ Retirement Community providing Independent Living and Personal Care. We are conveniently located on US-51 next to Baldwin High School adjacent to the Library. Living at The Residence at Whitehall means being a part of an active, vibrant...
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The admission process was seamless. The facility is very well staffed with competent people and the amenities are great. I have been a Director of Nursing in the geriatric field for most of my 50 year...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Locust Grove
1818 Photos available
8.2
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Everyone was very helpful and friendly. They all pitched in together to help out no matter what their job title was. The activities director([name removed]I believe) did a fantastic job. She included...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Situated on several acres, Locust Grove is a quiet, residential senior living community located near The Waterfront and Kennywood Amusement Park as well as AHN Jefferson Hospital, UPMC McKeesport, and UPMC Mercy. In this secure, intentionally designed community with boutique amenities, residents...
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Photo of Schenley Gardens
1010 Photos available
8.4
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26 reviews
8.4
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26 reviews
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Namely, I think they could do better with planning activities for people with dementia like my mother-in-law. They really try to work with her about food but she is really difficult.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Vincentian Schenley Gardens became part of the Vincentian family of senior care and senior living services in 2019. Since then, Schenley Gardens has been at the forefront of Vincentian’s person-centered care philosophy, with intergenerational programming, smart technology, and thoughtful design...
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Photo of The Pines of Mt. Lebanon
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9.0
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Onboarding is outstanding. Unfortunately as is the case industry- wide staffing is a challenge. I would highly recommend to others. It is top- notch.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Pines of Mount Lebanon we balance the unique small-town persona of Mt. Lebanon with the active qualities of city living. Our Senior Living and Memory Care communities enjoy the fusion of both in all aspects of the lifestyle and community experience. Our gorgeous outdoor floral gardens and...
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Photo of Asbury Heights
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8.4
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8.4
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I chose Asbury because it is close to my home, has spacious rooms with tall windows looking out at the nice grounds, a cheery bright dining room, lovely outside areas to sit and enjoy the weather and other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For more than a century, Asbury Heights, a part of UPMC Senior Communities, has been a leading continuing care retirement community with a focus on improving the lives of older adults. Located in the Mt. Lebanon suburb of Pittsburgh on a campus spanning 27 acres, we are well known for our...
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Photo of The Residence at Arrowood
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I have to make sure that my mom gets showers. They struggle keeping staff and the food isn't great but for the price you can't beat it! Mom is safe and happy and that's all that matters to me. If you're on a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Experience Independent Living at Arrowood! Our continuum of care campus offers Independent Living, Personal Care and Skilled Nursing Services. We also a offer a CCRC program!Our campus is located less than 2 miles from Jefferson Regional Medical Center in West Mifflin, PA.
Photo of The Palms at O'Neil
77 Photos available
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It is very clean. My only two complaints is there is only 1 chair in the room to sit on. If the resident is sitting up in the chair, there is no where for his visitors to sit. Second complaint is that. ...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Palms at O'Neil is owned and operated by the Anlauf Family. It is designed to meet the changing needs of seniors who want to remain independent, but need a little extra assistance in their daily routines. Our three-story residence promotes a resort-like,comfortable, relaxing, and supportive...
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Photo of Heritage Valley Senior Living Community
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We had a history with the facility- my parents had stayed there for years under the prior management. My brothers stay at Heritage was abruptly shorter than planned due to health complications. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heritage Valley Senior Living Community is located in the beautiful McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania. This Community offers a personal care residence, a memory care neighborhood, and independent living for seniors; allowing seniors to transition to different levels of service on one campus. Our goal...
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Photo of Mt. Assisi Place
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I Googled A Place for Mom in 2022 when I experienced a serious health problem and knew I would not be able to provide my spouse of 44 years with ongoing 24/7 supervision. Paul’s Alzheimer’s disease was...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Mt. Assisi Place, located in Pittsburgh's North Suburbs, provides quality compassionate personal care for men and women. We pride ourselves in working with our residents, their families and healthcare providers to help make the transition to and experience in personal care as seamless and...
Photo of Sunrise of Upper St. Clair
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.1
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Great area, easy for grocery shopping or shopping in general, many things to do around the location. Nice and accommodating staff. Parking can be difficult
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise Senior Living of Upper St. Clair provides seniors with a caring community to live in and call home. This community is located in the busy city of Pittsburgh, PA. Pittsburgh is a part of Allegheny County, and it offers much to do and see. Guests of our residents will enjoy checking out the...
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Photo of Juniper Village at South Hills
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
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Make sure you understand the components in the care charge and make sure that the prescription list upon entry is accurate and that the care charge has captured the medicine count accurately. It was one of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care in a beautiful home-like environment. Guided by our mission statement, Juniper Village of South Hills offers families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living services. From...
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Photo of Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park
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7.5
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The staff are caring and friendly. The place is spacious and very clean. My mother loves the food. The only neg is they are short staffed at times, but the people there work very hard to try and cover things
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Paramount Senior Living has been serving the older adult population for over 20 years. Paramount provides quality healthcare in an upscale environment. Paramount has a commitment to provide its residents excellence in service and to enrich their quality of life. Bethel Park is licensed for 125...
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Photo of Celebration Villa of Lakemont Farms
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8.3
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Staff pretty good activities my sister doesn't do any of them! Food average judging what my sister has told me plus she eats in room a lot. The staff especially head nurse keeps me informed how my sister is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located in charming Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, our senior living community offers residents a warm, relaxing environment, engaged and friendly staff, and personalized care. We offer a secured memory care unit as well. At Celebration Villa of Lakemont Farms in Bridgeville, we treat residents like...
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Photo of The Sheridan at Bethel Park
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.5
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31 reviews
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I would recommend the Sheridan the staff worked with us and were very welcoming. We were given $[removed] off for the first year more than the others we visited!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Norbert Personal Care
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7.0
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Mom is content = happy the staff is great the food is good and she enjoys playing bingo most of them are genuinely concerned about mom being comfortable and happy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are a locally owned facility providing Personal Care Services for over 37 Years. At Norbert Personal Care, we provide personal care and elderly care services to our residents.At Norbert Personal Care, we believe that trust is truly the foundation of a strong family. We understand that one of...
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Photo of Southwestern Assisted Care Residence
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I will start by telling you that my father is staying at Southwestern, and has been there for three months. I cannot say a bad thing about this place, however I can say from the moment you come in the door...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Southwestern Assisted Care Residence is a senior living community located in Pittsburgh, PA. Pittsburgh is a bustling city in Alleghany County and home to about 306,000 people. Residents will enjoy a lot of available activities including shopping, going to restaurants, going to museums, checking...
Photo of Amity Serenity Pines Personal Care Home
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My stay here has improved every year since I've been here. I've lived here since April 2010. The staff and residents have become my close friends. The general cleanliness and overall appearance has improved...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located on a beautiful lot and tucked into a residential community, Amity Serenity Pines Personal Care Home is a senior living community located in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania. You'll find that our location truly is serene in all that it offers to each of our residents including spacious outdoor...

Cost of assisted living in Castle Shannon, PA

The average cost of senior living in Castle Shannon is $4,333 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glassport, PA with an average of $3,546 per month.

Assisted living costs in Castle Shannon, PA, vs. nearby cities

Castle Shannon, PA
$4,333/mo
$4,366/mo
$4,285/mo

Assisted living costs in Castle Shannon, PA, vs. state and national averages

Castle Shannon, PA
$4,333/mo
U.S. national average
$4,587/mo

Assisted living costs in Castle Shannon, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,333/mo
$5,866/mo

Assisted living costs in Castle Shannon, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,251/mo
Studio
$5,160/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,992/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,135/mo

Senior living costs in Castle Shannon vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Castle Shannon, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCastle Shannon, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,333/mo$4,283/mo$4,587/mo
Memory Care$5,866/mo$5,400/mo$5,339/mo
Independent Living$5,920/mo$4,165/mo$4,064/mo
Assisted Living
Castle Shannon, PA:$4,333/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,283/mo
U.S.:$4,587/mo
Memory Care
Castle Shannon, PA:$5,866/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,400/mo
U.S.:$5,339/mo
Independent Living
Castle Shannon, PA:$5,920/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,165/mo
U.S.:$4,064/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Castle Shannon, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Castle Shannon

Recent reviews for assisted living in Castle Shannon

Tapestry Senior Living Moon Township in Coraopolis, PA

4.1
Value is a tough one. Tapestry is costly but it is nice. As you know, the level of care determines the monthly cost. My mother likes it very much. The food choices and quality could be better, she tells me. The facility is bright & airy. The activities are many. The staff is very kind, willing ...
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The Faidley House in Monongahela, PA

5.0
The food is good. Help with showers due my disabilities is great. Place is warm in winter, cool in summer. Best is how nice the owners and their employee daughters are to all of us.

Brookdale Penn Hills

5.0
It's outstanding. The staff is exceptional, kind and caring. A great place for my friend[name removed] They offer personal care, housekeeping, laundry, food services medication administration and social/physical activities.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive caregivers. Several reviews mention the kindness and care displayed by staff members towards residents. At The Palms at O'Neil, the attentiveness of caregivers helped a resident adjust to life in the community, while family members of residents at The Pines of Mt. Lebanon express their gratitude for the ...
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Variety of activities for social engagement. Residents find joy in the diverse array of activities offered at their communities. For instance, at Asbury Heights, the facility offers a well-stocked library, regular religious services, and an array of daily activities like bingo and musical performances.
Thoughtfully maintained living spaces. Many reviews commend the cleanliness and upkeep of their loved ones' living spaces. At Overlook Green Senior Living, families appreciate the bright and tidy apartments, while at Schenley Gardens, the facility's warm and welcoming atmosphere is highlighted as a major factor in their decision ...
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Access to nutritious and delicious meals. Nutritious and appetizing meals are a consistent theme in the reviews, with residents expressing satisfaction and appreciation for the quality of the food. At Ridgecrest, for example, the chef takes individual dietary restrictions into account, ensuring mealtimes remain enjoyable and fulfillin ...
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Communication between staff and families. Effective communication between staff and families is crucial for ensuring peace of mind and maintaining a strong sense of connection with loved ones. At Celebration Villa of South Hills, the community director's open and transparent approach to communication is noted as a standout feature by ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. A warm and inclusive community atmosphere is essential for residents' overall well-being and happiness. At Juniper Village at Forest Hills, family members were touched by the caring and positive interactions between residents, stating that the community felt like a 'second family.'
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Castle Shannon review score based on 182 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 182 reviews of 62 Castle Shannon assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Castle Shannon review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Castle Shannon review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Castle Shannon, PA62 facilities
7.5
Dormont, PA77 facilities
7.6
Brentwood, PA79 facilities

Review subcategories for Castle Shannon assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 182 reviews of 62 Castle Shannon assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Castle Shannon resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Castle Shannon, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Castle Shannon assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Castle Shannon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Castle Shannon, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Castle Shannon assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Castle Shannon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Castle Shannon, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.6%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.6%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.3%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.9%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.3%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
48.4%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.1%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Castle Shannon assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Castle Shannon Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Castle Shannon, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.3%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.8%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.9%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.3%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Castle Shannon assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Castle Shannon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Castle Shannon, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
40.6%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Castle Shannon assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Castle Shannon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Castle Shannon, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.1%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
17.2%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.3%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Castle Shannon assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Castle Shannon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Castle Shannon, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.3%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.1%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.7%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.1%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.9%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Castle Shannon

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Castle Shannon protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Ridgecrest, Brookdale Mt. Lebanon and Paramount Senior Living at South Hills are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Castle Shannon, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 78 assisted living facilities near Castle Shannon, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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