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Most of the staff were extremely caring and helpful. His room was very nice and a good size. The only concern there was end tables with sharp corners. It was kept pretty clean, although the bathroom could...
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.
Juniper Village at Meadville is an Assisted Living Community providing personal care to individuals who need assistance in the activities of daily living. Juniper Village believes the keys to healthy aging are maintaining an Active Body, Engaged Mind, and Fulfilled Spirit.  Juniper Village...
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I have found that The Caring Place is staff by people who truly care about the residents. My mother is now resident there and the staff has treated her very well. This includes the nursing staff, cleaning...
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
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.
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, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of assisted living in Carlton, PA

The average cost of senior living in Carlton is $4,214 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Lebanon, PA with an average of $4,214 per month.

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

Carlton, PA
$4,214/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Carlton, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,214/mo
$5,888/mo

Assisted living costs in Carlton, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,134/mo
Studio
$4,316/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,492/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,338/mo

Senior living costs in Carlton 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: Carlton, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarlton, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,214/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,888/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,858/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Carlton, PA:$4,214/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Carlton, PA:$5,888/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Carlton, PA:$2,858/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Carlton, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Carlton and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Carlton, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Carlton have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Carlton, PA$5,248/mo$5,023/mo+4.5%
Pennsylvania$5,319/mo$5,185/mo+2.6%
National$5,462/mo$5,210/mo+4.8%
Carlton, PA
2024 average cost:$5,248/mo
2023 average cost:$5,023/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,319/mo
2023 average cost:$5,185/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,462/mo
2023 average cost:$5,210/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Carlton, 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 Carlton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Carlton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Carlton

Greystone Country Estates in Fredonia, PA

4.9
The admission process was efficient and explained so well that I had no questions. They kept me informed of how my mother was doing. She was always dressed nice and her hygiene needs were met. The staff was so kind to her and very friendly. The food was good and the macaroni and cheese was ...
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The Lakes at Jefferson in Mercer, PA

5.0
The Lakes at Jefferson is a Wonderful Home for Our Mom to live out her years. They seamlessly attended to her arrival making the transition pleasant . Her needs are attended to. A very clean and safe environment. Many daily activities for her to participate in if she chooses. It truly is like ...
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Quality Life Services Mercer

4.4
Not much to tell. My husband has Alzheimer’s, and I got to the point where I couldn’t take care of him at home. When I first came here, I was scared, leary and feeling guilty all at once. To make the short, the people who work here are very dedicated to their job. I’ve seen a lot of people in my ...
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Carlton review score based on 164 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 164 reviews of 7 Carlton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carlton 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

Carlton review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Carlton, PA7 facilities
8.3
New Castle, PA117 facilities
9.4
Meadville, PA3 facilities

Review subcategories for Carlton 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 164 reviews of 7 Carlton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carlton 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.
Carlton, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.5
4.6
Meals & dining
4.0
4.2
Activities
4.4
4.3
Value for cost*
4.2
4.2
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Carlton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlton, 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 Carlton 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 Carlton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carlton, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.2%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.5%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.1%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.6%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.1%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carlton 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 Carlton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carlton, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.8%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.3%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17.8%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.1%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carlton 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 Carlton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlton, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.4%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
24.5%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.5%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlton 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 Carlton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlton, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.1%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.6%
37%
Room service
Room service
16.1%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.2%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlton 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 Carlton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlton, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
29%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.9%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.9%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.1%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.9%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.9%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.5%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
29.5%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
19.1%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.6%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.3%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Carlton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Carlton protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Juniper Village at Meadville, The Caring Place and Peaceful Rest Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Carlton, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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