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10 Best Nursing Homes in Forest City, PA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Forest City nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Forest City, PA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Forest City or another care type is right for you. Browse 20 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Forest City.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lakeville, Factoryville Station and Forest Lake Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Lakeville, Factoryville Station and Forest Lake Park.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Forest City, PA
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This was an excellent place for older people. The staff that we dealt with were very good with my loved one. The tour was great and I got to see everything I needed to see and all of my questions were...
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.
Located along the historic D&H railroad trail, our community offers active residents the opportunity to live life to the fullest in a warm, friendly, and secure environment. A small facility with dedicated and caring staff, we provide 24/7 care, enabling you to retain your independence and...
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Wonderful folks that work here at the Gardens. We have a family member who has been a resident for the past 2 years, and my wife and I couldn't be happier with the staff and overall care of the...
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 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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Celebration villas has been great for Dad. The staff is very good with communication regarding Dad and they care about his well-being there.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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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...
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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.
Welcome Home!Mallard Meadows offers a full array of services for those who demand comfort with their "good taste". A fine home is a source of happiness..."and one can't help but to be..." satisfied with the safety, peace of mind, and warm nuances of comfort waiting around every corner. Our team...
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
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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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Forest City, PA
The average cost of senior living in Forest City is $3,812 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dickson City, PA with an average of $3,657 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Forest City, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Forest City, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Forest City vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Forest City, PA by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Forest City over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Forest City
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Forest City
Oakwood Terrace in Moosic, PA
4.9
When the situation arose that I knew I needed to place my mom in a specialized care facility. "A Place for Mom" was a lifesaver and comfort to me. They provided me with many choices of facilities helped to set up appts, and the staff was kind and compassionate. They helped me find this ...
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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.
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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Forest City nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest City nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest 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 Forest City nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Forest City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest City, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Forest City nursing homes
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 Forest City Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest City, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest City nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Forest City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest City, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest City nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Forest City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest City, PANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.3%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest City nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Forest City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest City, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Gardens of Green Ridge, Clarks Summit Senior Living and Willowbrook Place are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Forest City, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 20 nursing homes facilities near Forest City, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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