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Our family member who is there now is very happy with the meals and dining service, but right now due to the covid restrictions the activities are pretty limited. We would recommend this community to others...
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.
Above All Senior Care is elegant, affordable and home like.- A safe and secure atmosphere- All CPR certified employees- Full sprinkler systems- Monthly fire drills- Proper ventilation and lighting- Pull Bell System in every bathroom- Department of Public Welfare — licensed- Certified in Personal...
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Our loved one received more skilled nursing and the staff were amazing. They were so friendly, helpful and accommodating. They really showed genuine care towards our loved one.
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.
The beautiful new Bethlehem Manor, located on Pennsylvania Avenue in Bethlehem, PA, is centrally located from Allentown, Easton, and Northampton. Premier Senior Living offering several levels of care. The all inclusive community offers suites with a home-like setting. Our affordable rates start...
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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 Birches of Lehigh Valley, you'll find a beautiful new building and a culture of care where the focus is on living! Our personal care and memory care neighborhoods will provide as little or as much assistance as needed while creating an environment where seniors can live their best...
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5.8
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35 reviews
5.8
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35 reviews
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All fives except for activities. Days when there is no activities for the memory care residents. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families. They are undergoing new management positions which...
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 Legend of Allentown, you’ll find a vibrant atmosphere that values both community and individuality. Gathering areas are purposefully designed to make life more engaging, convenient and social, while a variety of residential floorplans offer comfortable, private retreats in which you can...
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30 reviews
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30 reviews
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I have been nothing but impressed by everything: the staff, the amenities, the individual living quarters, the food. Overall I can without any hesitation recommend Devon House Senior Living to anyone...
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.
DevonHouse has specialized in providing the highest degree of medical care and rehabilitation services for over 33 years. Our clinical service is staffed by licensed professional nurses 24 hours a day, seven days a week, who manage and monitor a variety of diseases such as Cognitive Impairment,...
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Very pretty, like a very nice hotel/county club. Staff is exceptional, accommodating and friendly. Residents are very social and welcoming. Very homey.
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 Village at Greenbriar is a gated community offering personal care and independent living conveniently located on one site. Our 24hr. personal care staff is available to assist with nutrition, bathing, dressing, personal activities and administering of medications. We provide the assistance...
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We are very pleased with this community, and we are very pleased with the care services they provided. They inform us immediately if something happens to our loved one, the communication is great. We have...
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.
We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re interested in learning more or want to get your Virtual Tour set up let us know. We look forward to you experiencing our community without having to leave your home!Celebration Villa of Berwick offers...
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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
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.
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...
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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
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.
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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The community is a beautiful property. The community feels like home, and the communication is good between the staff and family. I would recommend this community to others
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.
Imagine a place where you can live comfortably and safely enjoying life without daily chores and household tasks. Welcome to Sacred Heart Villa, situated atop 40 plus scenic acres. Experience the beautiful walking paths, gazebos, wildlife, and glorious sunsets of Berks County. Our style of...
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Photo of Riverwalk Village at The House of the Good Shepherd
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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 House of the Good Shepherd (The House) is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) certified by the Department of Community Affairs of New Jersey and is located in Hackettstown, N.J.The House offers housing, services, and healthcare ranging from Independent apartments through Assisted...
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Photo of United Methodist Communities Bristol Glen a CCRC
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88 Floor plans available
5.5
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The care services do not really apply to her as she is still living in their independent living area. The staff is wonderful, always helpful. The place is very clean and well kept The residents are...
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.
Photo of Souderton Mennonite Homes, a CCRC
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No problems, and they have gone above and beyond. The staff is great, they call in advance, any changes and they are calling me. It can be multiple calls daily, very clean. Their staff is on top 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.
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The staff is wonderful and caring. Having everything under one roof is ideal. We love that my Dad has a choice as to where to eat his meals and that one day s included each day. The food is fantastic and...
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.
The Highlands at Wyomissing is a nonprofit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) located in charming Wyomissing, PA, where the retirement living is stimulating and the ambience gracious. Built in 1989, The Highlands is situated on 113 acres of gently rolling land with tree-lined roads and...
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My mom is no longer there - unfortunately passed away in July. I can elaborate by saying the caregivers were wonderful, particularly the aides. There were several who always went over and above. My mom's...
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 beautiful downtown Pottstown, PA Sanatoga Court is a Genesis senior living community offering high quality senior care. Our beautiful town of Pottstown offers residents access to parks, concerts, fine dining, shopping and cultural experiences. We offer a wide range of services...
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It's small clean and friendly but it s definitely not for those suffering things like dementia. The medical aspect is their weakest link.
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.
Paradise Manor is a personal care home dedicated to assisted residents with physical, mental and emotional needs. We provide a comfortable environment that encourages independent living. The skilled staff provides around the clock personal care with dignity and respect.
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Since moving my Dad to Country Meadows of Allentown, we have seen his health improve through their kind and compassionate care. The Connections Memory Support area focuses on comprehensive care and...
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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My mom has been living at Country Meadows, in the Pathways Unit, for over a year and a half. She has a lovely apartment with many of her own items from home, creating a warm, comfortable and familiar...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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My loved one was previously a resident at Moravian Hall Square and the experience at this facility was great. They were well staffed, very clean, friendly and everything in the building worked and if...
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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My 91 year old father moved to an apartment at Country Meadows in Wyomissing about a year ago, soon after his wife passed. He was reluctant to leave his home, but once he accepted that continuing to live at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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All of the staff were so kind and friendly. It was very clean and the food is good. I knew the moment we toured the facility that this was where I wanted to send my mother-in-law. [name removed] and [name...
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.
Sanatoga Court and Sanatoga Center, two Genesis HealthCare facilities located on the same campus, offer Senior Living and Skilled Nursing options.Sanatoga Court Senior Living offers active seniors a fun, dynamic lifestyle. This lively community supports each resident's independence, while also...
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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.
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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.
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My mother has been with Mrs. Bush's almost 6 years. During that time the staff has treated with much love and kindness. As with any organization, there is a turn over of staff, but the changes have not...
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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Even though the building is about 20 years old, when you first walk in you would think it was built last year! The place is immaculate. The woman who works there is great. They have a good amount of...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Penn Forest, PA

The average cost of senior living in Penn Forest is $3,884 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 Penn Forest, PA vs. nearby cities

Penn Forest, PA
$3,884/mo

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

Penn Forest, PA
$3,884/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,884/mo
$5,271/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,166/mo
Studio
$4,916/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,552/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,591/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,068/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Penn Forest over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Penn Forest, 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 Penn Forest.

What families are saying about assisted living in Penn Forest

Recent reviews for assisted living in Penn Forest

The Villa St Elizabeth in Reading, PA

5.0
Two months ago, my mother was living by herself in a first floor apartment. Things were going pretty good for a while and it took her some time to adjust to the fact that at 72 years old, it was time to retire. She has had 2 major lung surgeries that put her in a rehabilitation hospital for ...
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Bentley Assisted Living at Branchville

4.7
It's a great place. My mother is not complaining about the food, and she seems to be very happy with the activities. It seems to be very clean, and our interactions with the staff have been very good.

Country Meadows of Allentown

5.0
As my mother began to decline a few years ago, I began looking for a retirement community for her. I visited about ten communities in the Lehigh Valley. It was apparent from the beginning that Country Meadows is special. My mother was very reluctant to leave her home but she quickly adjusted ...
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Penn Forest review score based on 752 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 752 reviews of 198 Penn Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Penn Forest 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

Penn Forest review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Penn Forest, PA198 facilities
9.1
Jim Thorpe, PA9 facilities
8.2
Weissport East, PA12 facilities

Review subcategories for Penn Forest 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 752 reviews of 198 Penn Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Penn Forest 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.
Penn Forest, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Penn Forest assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penn Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penn Forest, 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 Penn Forest 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 Penn Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Penn Forest 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 Penn Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Penn Forest, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.7%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Penn Forest 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 Penn Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penn Forest, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Penn Forest 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 Penn Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penn Forest, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
20.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penn Forest 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 Penn Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penn Forest, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.6%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.4%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Penn Forest

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 Penn Forest protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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The Gardens of Green Ridge, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and Twin Cedar Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Penn Forest, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 237 assisted living facilities near Penn Forest, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Penn Forest, Pennsylvania are The Gardens of Green Ridge, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and Twin Cedar Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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