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10 Best Nursing Homes in Vankirk, PA

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zipAverageCost: $4,951

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It was a good move for my dad, he likes the staff and the food is good. He enjoys having a roommate and has learned to play bingo! It's an older building but it's clean and he's safe there
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.
Welcome to Evergreen of Washington where resident's and family members become family of our own. We are a fairly small personal care home located in the heart of Washington PA just minutes away from Washington Hospital. You'll find us tucked away behind beautiful trees with an area with a gazebo...
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I chose Hawthorne Woods because when visited it was class, friendly and felt comfortable, the food is very good, and if you' are not taking advantage of the many Activities offered. The staff is very caring
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.
An established community in the city of Washington for more than 17 years, Hawthorne Woods by New Perspective will get to know what’s most important to you. We feature a friendly and compassionate team, quality care, and warm surroundings that will put you at ease. Lounge in the Adirondack chairs...
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My loved one is in a private room. There a lot of nurses, physical therapy, skilled nursing on the second. I would recommend this community. My loved one loves the food. You can schedule a visit...
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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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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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.
Southminster Place is a licensed, personal care community on the Presbyterian SeniorCare Network Washington Campus. We assist residents with their daily personal needs while providing opportunities for socialization and programming that can enhance their lifestyle.Woodside Place of Washington was...
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Cost of nursing homes in Vankirk, PA

The average cost of senior living in Vankirk is $4,951 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Middletown, PA with an average of $4,270 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Vankirk, PA, vs. nearby cities

Vankirk, PA
$4,951/mo

Nursing homes costs in Vankirk, PA, vs. state and national averages

Vankirk, PA
$4,951/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

Nursing homes costs in Vankirk, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,683/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,951/mo

Nursing homes costs in Vankirk, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$5,223/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,928/mo

Senior living costs in Vankirk vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Vankirk, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeVankirk, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,951/mo$4,732/mo$4,836/mo
Assisted Living$4,034/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,683/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,845/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Nursing Homes
Vankirk, PA:$4,951/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,732/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Assisted Living
Vankirk, PA:$4,034/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Vankirk, PA:$5,683/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Vankirk, PA:$3,845/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Vankirk, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Vankirk and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Nursing homes cost trends in Vankirk, PA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Vankirk have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Vankirk, PA$5,223/mo$3,667/mo+42.4%
Pennsylvania$4,689/mo$4,765/mo-1.6%
National$4,802/mo$4,856/mo-1.1%
Vankirk, PA
2024 average cost:$5,223/mo
2023 average cost:$3,667/mo
Percent change:+42.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$4,689/mo
2023 average cost:$4,765/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$4,802/mo
2023 average cost:$4,856/mo
Percent change:-1.1%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Vankirk

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Vankirk

The Faidley House in Monongahela, PA

5.0
The food is good. Help with showers due my disabilities is great. Place is warm in winter, cool in summer. Best is how nice the owners and their employee daughters are to all of us.

Transitions Healthcare Washington

5.0
At Transitions they have taken good care of my mom. They are very attentive to my mom's health and they follow up to make sure things are taken care of .It is a nice place for the money. I recommend it to anyone looking for reasonable care options. The room layout is like a hotel. They have done ...
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Hallsworth House in Monessen, PA

5.0
Great place for a loved one, the nurses are very attentive and caring!

Vankirk nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vankirk nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vankirk, 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 Vankirk 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 Vankirk that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Vankirk, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Vankirk 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 Vankirk Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Vankirk, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Vankirk 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 Vankirk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Vankirk, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Vankirk 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 Vankirk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Vankirk, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
60%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vankirk 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 Vankirk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Vankirk, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
40%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
0.5%
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