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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Sterling, PA
If you’re looking for assisted living in South Sterling, 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 South Sterling or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in South Sterling.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in South Sterling for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 20 assisted living facilities in the South Sterling 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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After caring for my mother for years, I came to the time that I could no longer do so. Mom was at a facility near our home until we moved. We found Briarwood, again close to our new home, and knew it was...
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.
At Briarwood Senior Living we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our number one goal is to put your safety and comfort at the top of our list. Our attention to detail and desire to please will never go unnoticed. Our highly trained staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days...
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I am here just for the step-down program. Everyone here is helpful and always will to do whatever they need to td to keep you comfortable and happy. If you have an accident, they are quick to help and they...
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.
The Gardens of Green Ridge can be found in Scranton, the sixth largest city in Pensylvania. Counting a little over 90,000 people, Scranton is large enough to be of interest to tourism, yet small enough to have that intimate small town feel. The Gardens of Green Ridge prides itself on being a...
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1 review
I had a family friend who lived here until health issues led him elsewhere. However, I still visit the staff occasionally to bring treats and say hi. There are wonderful people here. The place needs some tlc...
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.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents value their independence, yet need some assistance to ease the challenges of daily life. By...
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6 reviews
The facility was recently remodeled in the last year at Serenity Care Mid Valley. The staff was professional and caring to and for the residents. I do feel like they could have gotten more, if not all...
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.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Recently renovated inside and out with modern interiors, updated menus, and activities!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents...
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.
The Brookside Personal Care Home, located in South Sterling, PA is a personal care home committed to providing its residents with a setting where they can continue their independnt lifestyle. We are a 24 bed facility, where residents receive personalized attention by the professional staff who...
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.
First Choice, a licensed Personal Care Home located in beautiful Lake Ariel, PA is just minutes from interstate 84. Our staff takes pride in being able to provide a beautiful home to our Senior population. We have a small personalized care home with 14 brand new , beautiful suites. With...
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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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
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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.
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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.
For over twenty years we have been proud to present this unique concept in assisted living and independent living for older adults, in a beautiful country setting. It is our aim to provide you with the services and programs you need to maintain independent, dignified living. Our staff is...
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Cost of assisted living in South Sterling, PA
The average cost of senior living in South Sterling is $3,317 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Scranton, PA with an average of $2,842 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Sterling, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Sterling, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Sterling vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Sterling, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in South Sterling over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Sterling, PA
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Private income options in Pennsylvania
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What families are saying about assisted living in South Sterling
Recent reviews for assisted living in South Sterling
Clarks Summit Senior Living
4.6
Everyone is very helpful and friendly.
I would rate the meals a 5 on a scale of 1-10.
Outdoor space is very nice.
Need a better covered area for smokers.
Activities are plenty and have some really good entertainment that comes in.
Receptionist are great.
Briarwood Senior Living in Newfoundland, PA
5.0
I toured Briarwood looking for a home for my grandma. I was impressed not only with how clean and nice it was but how curious staff was.
Serenity Care Old Forge
5.0
We picked this community, because of the value, dedication of staff, and proximity to her home. The staff were wonderful! [names removed] and all the others were amazing!It was a wonderful place for my mom! They took such good care of her! They made me feel welcome! The food was delicious... the ...
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South Sterling review score based on 36 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 36 reviews of 17 South Sterling assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The South Sterling 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
South Sterling review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for South Sterling 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 36 reviews of 17 South Sterling assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Sterling 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.South Sterling, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.6
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.8
4.1
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South Sterling assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Sterling assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Sterling, 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 South Sterling 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 South Sterling that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Sterling, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
23.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.1%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
29.4%
57.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.4%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Sterling 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 South Sterling Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Sterling, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
23.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.8%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Sterling 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 South Sterling partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Sterling, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.9%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in South Sterling 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 South Sterling communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Sterling, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.8%
42%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Sterling 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 South Sterling offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Sterling, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
17.6%
46.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
17.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
17.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
5.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
17.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
5.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Sterling
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 South Sterling protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Gardens of Green Ridge, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Spring Village at Pocono are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Sterling, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 20 assisted living facilities near South Sterling, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Sterling, Pennsylvania are The Gardens of Green Ridge, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Spring Village at Pocono. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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