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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.
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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.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Dorrance, PA

The average cost of senior living in Dorrance is $2,865 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Penn Lake Park, PA with an average of $2,731 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorrance, PA vs. nearby cities

Dorrance, PA
$2,865/mo
$2,808/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorrance, PA vs. the state and national average

Dorrance, PA
$2,865/mo
U.S. national average
$4,587/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorrance vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$2,865/mo
$4,430/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dorrance, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,132/mo
Studio
$3,951/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,932/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dorrance, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Dorrance.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dorrance

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dorrance

Star Hill Rest Home in Harveys Lake, PA

4.5
My mom has been there for years she has always been treated like family I would recommend this personal care home to anyone

Serenity Care Wyoming

5.0
Serenity Care has been all good. She loves the food, staff, and the people have been really nice. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families

The Laurels Senior Living Community in Hazleton, PA

4.8
This is a very nice community, and it is the location we selected for my Mom. I'm familiar with some of the staff and residents, so I knew it would be a good place for her. Everyone is friendly, and it is very clean. I'd like it if they had a bit more coverage for activities, but based on the ...
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Dorrance review score based on 54 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 54 reviews of 24 Dorrance assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dorrance 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

Dorrance review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Dorrance, PA24 facilities
9.3
Nuangola, PA19 facilities
9.3
Warrior Run, PA17 facilities

Review subcategories for Dorrance 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 54 reviews of 24 Dorrance assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dorrance 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.
Dorrance, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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*Learn more about cost details

Dorrance assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorrance assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorrance, 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 Dorrance 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 Dorrance that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorrance, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.1%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.3%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.3%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dorrance 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 Dorrance Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorrance, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.1%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.1%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorrance 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 Dorrance partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorrance, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
17.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorrance 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 Dorrance communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorrance, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.6%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.9%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
10.7%
29.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorrance 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 Dorrance offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorrance, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.7%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.7%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dorrance

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 Dorrance protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Hill Senior Community, Serenity Care Kingston and Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dorrance, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 34 assisted living facilities near Dorrance, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Dorrance, Pennsylvania are Heritage Hill Senior Community and Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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