About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Nursing Homes in Jim Thorpe, PA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results

Who are you searching for?

If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Jim Thorpe 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 Jim Thorpe, 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 Jim Thorpe or another care type is right for you. Browse 10 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Jim Thorpe.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Midway Manor, Earn and Charlotte's Neighborhood.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Edenburg, Coaldale and Penn Forest.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Jim Thorpe, PA

Showing 8 communities
Last Updated: 12/23/24
Sort by
Filter by
Awards
Best of Senior Living

The highest-rated senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, memory care and home care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top reviewed senior care providers nationwide based on reviews submitted by residents and families.

Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Heritage Hill Senior CommunityCommunity card badge
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
101 reviews
9.6
Review score
101 reviews
5 star
88%
4 star
8%
3 star
1%
2 star
0%
1 star
3%
See all reviews
My mother has been a resident at Heritage Hill Senior Community for nearly a year, and it truly feels like home for her. Before choosing Heritage Hill, we explored several senior living options, but none...
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 Hill Senior Community is located in scenic Weatherly, Pennsylvania with beautiful views of the Pocono Mountains. Personal care and dementia are the two communities that we provide care for. We ensure that our residents get round the clock individual care. In our personal care program, we...
See details
Photo of Maple Shade Meadows Senior LivingCommunity card badge
99 Photos available
9.5
Review score
67 reviews
9.5
Review score
67 reviews
5 star
82%
4 star
9%
3 star
4%
2 star
1%
1 star
4%
See all reviews
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....
See details
Photo of The Palmerton
1212 Photos available
8.0
Review score
25 reviews
8.0
Review score
25 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
28%
3 star
8%
2 star
16%
1 star
8%
See all reviews
I just wish the management had better open communication with families. Overall, it was an ok place except that there is little to no communication with the staff, no one returns phone calls, and no 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.
Breathtaking views overlooking the Lehigh Gap, with a panoramic view of Blue Mountain...The Village at Palmerton is conveniently located near Palmerton Hospital. We are within walking distance from all of your shopping and banking needs. We ask you to come and visit with us and see the...
See details
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Photo of Pleasant Trees Assisted Living and Senior Cente
5 star
33%
4 star
67%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The owners and staff are very pleasant and helpful. When my parents went to see Pleasant Trees my father was very impressed with the owner's personality. Both my parents chose Pleasant Trees over another...
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.
Pleasant Trees is located in Carbon County’s lush countryside, situated on 5 beautifully landscaped acres at the base of the Blue Mountains. Our philosophy is based on a firm belief that independence is the key to a rewarding and enjoyable life. It is the mission of Pleasant Trees to provide an...
5 star
50%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
50%
See all reviews
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
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.
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, 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 Pine Meadows Personal Care Inc
11 Photo available
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of nursing homes in Jim Thorpe, PA

The average cost of senior living in Jim Thorpe is $4,175 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Penn Lake Park, PA with an average of $3,383 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Jim Thorpe, PA vs. nearby cities

Jim Thorpe, PA
$4,175/mo
$4,100/mo
$4,122/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Jim Thorpe, PA vs. the state and national average

Jim Thorpe, PA
$4,175/mo
U.S. national average
$4,840/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Jim Thorpe vs. other types of senior living

$5,222/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,175/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Jim Thorpe, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,485/mo
Studio
$4,488/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,369/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Jim Thorpe over time

Jim Thorpe, PAPA stateNational

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Jim Thorpe

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Jim Thorpe

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 ...
Read more

Bethlehem Manor Senior Living

5.0
We have been very happy with Bethlehem Manor, we would highly recommend them to any family. They are a very caring group of people. Our loved one was nervous her first day but they were so helpful with the transition and made her feel comfortable right away. She now has fit right in and is very ...
Read more

The Palmerton

4.0
The Palmerton community is very nice and welcoming for seniors that can get around well. However for higher level of care such as level E that my father had, I would not recommend it there. This is due to lack of responsiveness and follow thru of nursing staff.

Jim Thorpe nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jim Thorpe nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jim Thorpe, 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 Jim Thorpe 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 Jim Thorpe that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Jim Thorpe, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
18.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Jim Thorpe 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 Jim Thorpe Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Jim Thorpe, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
5.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jim Thorpe 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 Jim Thorpe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jim Thorpe, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
3.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Jim Thorpe 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 Jim Thorpe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jim Thorpe, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Jim Thorpe 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 Jim Thorpe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jim Thorpe, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Hill Senior Community, Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living and Atria Bethlehem are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 10 nursing homes facilities near Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top