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10 Best Nursing Homes in Skelp, PA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Skelp 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 Skelp, 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 Skelp or another care type is right for you. Browse 21 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Skelp.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Carroll, Saint Benedict and Heverly.
You may also consider nearby communities such as West Carroll, Saint Benedict and Heverly.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Skelp, PA
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9.1
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14 reviews
They are a bit short staffed but most health care facilities are. Our mom is in memory care and we are not displeased with any of the services at Tyrone. I would rank everything a 5. We feel very...
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.
Colonial Courtyard at Tyrone calls the picturesque area of Blair County, between Altoona and State College, home. Just a few minutes off Interstate 99, our community is easily accessible to all of our visitors, Friends and Families. Bordered by charming woods, our facility has a variety...
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8.0
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3 reviews
My loved one seems to like the food. It is good value for the money. The staff is very interactive, with the residents. They could add more staff. Overall, I would recommend to other families.
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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We could not be happier and more pleased with Celebration. The entire staff has been wonderful with my mother-in-law. Very kind, understanding. Love the... Staff Food Activities The care provided Very...
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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, 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: Nursing Homes
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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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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, 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: 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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Cost of nursing homes in Skelp, PA
The average cost of senior living in Skelp is $4,633 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sankertown, PA with an average of $3,567 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Skelp, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Skelp, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Skelp over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Skelp
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Skelp
Juniper Village Wellspring at Brookline in State College, PA
5.0
This is an ideal memory care facility. The team of caregivers are well trained, patient, loving, caring and dependable. They always have the best interests of the residents in their hearts. The facility was designed and built to optimize the function of memory care. The building is very well ...
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Harmony at State College
4.5
This is a very good place to keep your loved one safe. The staff are usually very responsive to the family's questions or concerns.
There are three meals a day served, and the residents have choices to choose from at each meal.
In the memory care unit; there could be more activities offered ...
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Skelp nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skelp nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skelp, 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 Skelp 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 Skelp that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Skelp, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
18.8%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
68.8%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
68.8%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
12.5%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
68.8%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
18.8%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.3%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Skelp 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 Skelp Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Skelp, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
12.5%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
6.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
6.3%
5.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Skelp 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 Skelp partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Skelp, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Skelp 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 Skelp communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Skelp, PANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
6.3%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Skelp 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 Skelp offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Skelp, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
12.5%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
6.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Colonial Courtyard Tyrone, Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley and The Winds at Mattern Orchard are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Skelp, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 21 nursing homes facilities near Skelp, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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