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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Palo Alto, PA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Palo Alto, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Palo Alto or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Palo Alto.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Palo Alto for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 49 assisted living facilities in the Palo Alto area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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Overall it's a very nice place for seniors- my mother and my uncle who also moved there are doing well. They both socialize more - if your senior needs a lot of nursing care - be prepared to use supplemental...
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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I have seen many assisted living facilities and when you walk in the door to Maple Shade Meadows you can just feel the vibe of kindness. There is a large staff that is on top of everything. I’m relieved Mom...
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.
MapleShade offers Personal Care and A Secured Dementia Unit. Please call for details.When it comes to Peace and Tranquility, MapleShade Meadows cannot be beat! Our one floor Senior Living Community is located along a picturesque creek in a meadow in the quiet town of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania....
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All the staff have been there for any questions or issue I have or my brother has had. Staff are visible and make themselves available every time I'm there. They approach me with any new issues with my...
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.
Retirement should be about finding new interests and actively engaging in life, but it is also a time to sit back and reflect on life and to rest and relax. Serenity Gardens is a senior living community in the small town of Kulpmont, Pennsylvania offers residents a chance to find themselves in...
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16 reviews
They are friendly and caring people. They have made my father in law feel right at home , And that in turn makes my husband and I feel at peace.
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.
Heritage Mill Personal Care Home in Tower City, PA is the ideal backdrop for your long-term care in a peaceful environment. You’ll find yourself feeling just like you’re at home with your own family. Located right near the bustling town center, this home is perfect for those who need a little...
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Facility is always very nice and helpful to remedy any concerns. The only negative experience we had is mom's hearing aid went missing after 1 week and some cash was missing from her purse, but I can't blame...
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.
It's A Wonderful Senior Life At Rittenhouse Village, Our Philosophy is Different We're creating a resident-focused senior living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Rittenhouse Village At Muhlenberg, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities...
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My mother's rent went up over $[removed] a month with no notification to our family. Maidencreek Place is very very short staffed. Employees come and go frequently.
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.
Enlivant communities were founded on the premise that not only would we provide stellar care for our residents but we would make it affordable as well. We offer a full range of amenities from 24/7 personal care to excellent dining and a full activities calendar. We provide our residents with the...
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The main reason we chose Berks Leisure Living was because the facility is close to family. The thing that sticks out the most is the very nice people here.
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.
Berks Leisure Living is here for your senior housing needs with affordable, spacious apartments. We offer private and semi-private rooms, complete with furniture if you so desire. We encourage individuality in our residents through activities and personal care needs.We invite you to tour our...
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They are doing great things for my grandmother. She likes her newly remodeled suite and is getting much better care there, then she did in the past. She loves the activities, staff and her "friends."
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.
Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Fleetwood, PA is the Evans Retirement Center whom has proudly served the Berks/Lehigh Counties since 1984. Our home is owned and operated by two generations of the Evans family. We are known for our small homelike and family like atmosphere. And we know how to...
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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Luther Ridge has provided my mom with the most amazing care and attention. She is thriving here-- a changed person. My only regret is that we didn't get her in sooner. I am deeply appreciative of all of...
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.
Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill is a senior living community located in Pottsville, PA, in Schuylkill County and home to just over 14,000 people. Pottsville is a fun, small city with mountain views, and lots of small stores and restaurants. Residents will enjoy going for nature walks, getting out to...
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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.
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, 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.
Weston Senior Living Center at PinebrookWeston Senior Living Center at Pinebrook is a senior living community located in Orwigsburg, PA, in Schuylkill County and is home to just over 3,000 people. Residents can enjoy nature walks, small town living, getting out for daily exercise, or relaxing in...
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
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, 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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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Overall our experience with Edgemont Lodge was a very good one. The staff here is very attentive, friendly, and respectful towards the residents. The facility itself is always kept very clean and nice...
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.
It is our philosophy at Edgemont Lodge Assisted Living/Personal Care Home to promote independence through self-determination. Our residents receive individual attention to their specific needs with an emphasis on rehabilitation. Our foremost concern at Edgemont is the comfort, health and...
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
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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 Palo Alto, PA
The average cost of senior living in Palo Alto is $3,278 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gordon, PA with an average of $2,972 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto, PA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Palo Alto, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Palo Alto over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Palo Alto, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Palo Alto
Recent reviews for assisted living in Palo Alto
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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Serenity Gardens in Kulpmont, PA
4.4
Some staff definitely go above and beyond and give time and show they care to the individuals. The activities coordinator is great at keeping the individuals busy. The staff are why we chose this facility. My mom does not love the food, but her overall care is more important.
Fritzingertown Senior Living Center in Drums, PA
5.0
For the three or so weeks we were at Fritzingertown, we were completely satisfied, no complaints. It was close by, so it was easy to stop by every day, sometimes 2 or 3 times a day! If there had been any issues, they would've gotten it. The staff was very friendly, and when we first took my ...
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Palo Alto review score based on 77 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 77 reviews of 35 Palo Alto assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Palo Alto 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
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Review subcategories for Palo Alto 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 77 reviews of 35 Palo Alto assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Palo Alto 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.Palo Alto, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Palo Alto assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Palo Alto assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Palo Alto, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.9%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.1%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Palo Alto, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
2.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Palo Alto, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.1%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Palo Alto, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
11.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Palo Alto, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
25.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Palo Alto
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 Palo Alto protect seniors.
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Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living and Serenity Gardens are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Palo Alto, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 49 assisted living facilities near Palo Alto, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania are Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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