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Photo of Center Place Apartments
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.
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.
Photo of East Deer Personal Care Home
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.
Photo of The Ridgewood
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.
Photo of The Heritage
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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In the short time that my mom was here the community was great. We were very pleased with the care that mom received. We liked that the community was clean and neat. Everything was just fine for mom.
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.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized 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.
Bash's Personal Care HomeBash’s Personal Care Home is a senior living community located in historic Commodore, PA, in Indiana County with a population of just over 300 people. Residents will enjoy taking their nature walks to get exercise, and stretching their legs as the area has scenic views...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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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There's not a whole lot of activities. The food seems to be a little lacking, I'm not real happy with the food they serve mom. Everything is like ham salad and potato salad and bologna sandwiches things like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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 offer both private and semi-private bath. Residents enjoy delicious meals and daily activities that help make their golden years a truly enjoyable experience. We are sensitive to the fact that the need for admission may arise unexpectedly or on a weekend. In order to make the transition...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Sherwood Oaks - A Lifestyle of DistinctionEnjoy an expansive campus including lakes, woodlands and a registered arboretum.  As a full lifecare community Sherwood Oaks gives you the freedom to do the things you want now, with health care guaranteed for your future.  Residential...
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.
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.
Photo of Silver Creek Terrace
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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Elk City, PA

The average cost of senior living in Elk City is $4,543 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sligo, PA with an average of $2,150 per month.

Assisted living costs in Elk City, PA, vs. nearby cities

Elk City, PA
$4,543/mo
$3,054/mo

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

Elk City, PA
$4,543/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Elk City, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,543/mo
$4,294/mo

Assisted living costs in Elk City, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,679/mo
Studio
$4,383/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,137/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,732/mo

Senior living costs in Elk City 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: Elk City, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElk City, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,543/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,294/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$7,386/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Elk City, PA:$4,543/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Elk City, PA:$4,294/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Elk City, PA:$7,386/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Elk City, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elk City 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 Elk City, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Elk City 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 median 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
Elk City, PA$5,506/mo$6,356/mo-13.4%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Elk City, PA
2024 average cost:$5,506/mo
2023 average cost:$6,356/mo
Percent change:-13.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elk City, 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 Elk City.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elk City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elk City

The Fountains at Indiana

4.5
Bight and Beautiful building. Staff were pleasant and knowledgeable.

Cambridge Warren Retirement Community

4.0
One thing that we really liked when we were first visiting Cambridge was how our loved one could have their own room, and decorate it and set it up however they wanted. We thought that was nice since it would be more personable and homey. This community was known for having a good chef, so from ...
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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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Elk City review score based on 110 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 110 reviews of 118 Elk City assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elk City 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

Elk City review score compared against nearby cities

7.3
Elk City, PA118 facilities
7.4
Shippenville, PA149 facilities
7.6
Clarion, PA135 facilities

Review subcategories for Elk City 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 110 reviews of 118 Elk City assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elk City 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.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Elk City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elk City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elk City, 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 Elk City 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 Elk City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elk City, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.9%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Elk City 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 Elk City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elk City, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elk City 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 Elk City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elk City, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
17.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Elk City 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 Elk City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elk City, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
9.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elk City 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 Elk City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elk City, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
19.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
22%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
5.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elk City

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 Elk City protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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