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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,468The average monthly cost across facilities in Pennsylvania. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Pennsylvania. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Pennsylvania. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the PA Depts. of Human Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total daily staff count from Pennsylvania inspection/licensing data (headcount snapshot), when reported.
The total number of staff employed per resident. A number greater than or = to 1 is a positive care signal.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
The Remington of Yardley
AL
MC
RC
Yardley
115Yes 31 Dr. I Heartis Yardley LLC24
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 4
Rank #465 / 478
100%
Facility 100%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #455 / 478
230
Facility 230
PA AVG 63
Rank #458 / 478
9.6
Facility 9.6
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #429 / 478
For-Profit-- 87.8% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
Sunrise of Lower Makefield
AL
HOS
MC
Morrisville
95Yes 36 Ms. Lower Makefield Sh LLC17
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #344 / 478
76%
Facility 76%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #329 / 478
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 63
Rank #367 / 478
4.5
Facility 4.5
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #276 / 478
For-Profit
96
Facility 96
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #112 / 357
1.50 67.4% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Bethel Park
125
Facility 125
PA AVG
Rank #55 / 205
No
34
Facility 34
PA AVG
Rank #141 / 215
Paramount Senior Living At Bethel Park LLC16
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #403 / 478
56%
Facility 56%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #115 / 478
38
Facility 38
PA AVG 63
Rank #226 / 478
2.4
Facility 2.4
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #108 / 478
For-Profit
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #17 / 357
1.53
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
PA AVG
Rank #75 / 188
Studio / 1 Bed
Woodbridge Place
AL
MC
RC
Phoenixville
125Yes 36 Rapps Senior Care LLC30
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 4
Rank #430 / 478
83%
Facility 83%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #385 / 478
192
Facility 192
PA AVG 63
Rank #449 / 478
6.4
Facility 6.4
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #376 / 478
For-Profit-- 65.6% Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Parker Personal Care Facility
AL
HOS
Parker
40No 17 Parker Personal Care Inc9
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #298 / 478
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #214 / 478
26
Facility 26
PA AVG 63
Rank #155 / 478
2.9
Facility 2.9
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #160 / 478
Non-Profit-- 80.0% -
Concordia Lutheran Ministries – Oertel Building
AL
ADC
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Cabot
60No 9 Concordia Lutheran Health And Human Care7
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
86%
Facility 86%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #410 / 478
33
Facility 33
PA AVG 63
Rank #201 / 478
4.7
Facility 4.7
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #289 / 478
Non-Profit-- 80.0% -
Heartland Retirement Personal Care Home
AL
RESC
Woolrich
48No 7 Heartland Retirement Personal Care Home Inc7
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
71%
Facility 71%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #273 / 478
27
Facility 27
PA AVG 63
Rank #164 / 478
3.9
Facility 3.9
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #241 / 478
For-Profit-- 20.8% -
McCallum Assisted Life
AL
Philadelphia
48No 73 Wilmatt Inc20
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 4
Rank #376 / 478
90%
Facility 90%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #437 / 478
297
Facility 297
PA AVG 63
Rank #466 / 478
14.9
Facility 14.9
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #458 / 478
For-Profit
29
Facility 29
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #322 / 357
1.04 54.2% -
Sycamore Estate Personal Care Residence
AL
RESC
RC
Duquesne
49No 40 Sycamore Estates, LLC12
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #403 / 478
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #214 / 478
87
Facility 87
PA AVG 63
Rank #390 / 478
7.3
Facility 7.3
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #392 / 478
For-Profit
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #305 / 357
1.26 59.2% -
The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC
AL
IL
RC
Pittsburgh
46Yes 38 Cpf Living Communities - Whitehall LLC9
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #242 / 478
78%
Facility 78%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #338 / 478
79
Facility 79
PA AVG 63
Rank #376 / 478
8.8
Facility 8.8
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #417 / 478
For-Profit
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #252 / 357
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Overview of The Remington of Yardley

Discover the dedicated care and warmth of The Remington of Yardley, located in the peaceful neighborhood of Yardley, PA, where exceptional support meets a lively, compassionate setting for a truly fulfilling living experience. Offering a wide range of services, including respite and memory care, this community ensures that each resident receives personalized support tailored to their unique needs. The devoted team is committed to delivering quality care in a joyful and uplifting atmosphere. Residents can also choose from thoughtfully designed, comfortable apartments suited to their individual preferences.

With numerous top-notch amenities and activities, such as an onsite theater and wellness programs, The Remington of Yardley fosters connection and supports residents’ emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Each day is thoughtfully crafted to bring joy and meaning, making it a wonderful place to call home.

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Overview of Sunrise of Lower Makefield

Sunrise of Lower Makefield is a 95-bed assisted living, memory care, and hospice community on Stony Hill Road in Morrisville, Pennsylvania. It sits in a two-story building and offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, giving families flexibility in choosing an appropriate living space for their loved one’s needs and wants. The community runs at 67 percent occupancy, which can mean more personalized attention for occupants.

The facility spotlights personalized care and support, with registered nurses on-site to oversee medical needs. Services include medication management, continence care, and transportation, helping residents maintain independence while receiving needed support. The community also provides specialized memory care and hospice services, so it’s a place where occupants can receive care across different life phases. To promote an active lifestyle, fitness and recreation programs are integrated into daily life. The dining approach blends comfort with choice, featuring restaurant-style dining and a 24-hour bistro where residents can eat when and what they prefer. Pets are welcome, which matters to families whose loved ones want to keep animal companions during this life chapter. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 36. This means it’s somewhat walkable for errands, but most trips require a car. The location offers good proximity to nearby shops and services, and families will find the surrounding area serene and residential.

Over five years, inspections conducted have identified themes around documentation, sanitation, staffing adequacy, and incident reporting. The facility has submitted and implemented corrective action plans to address flagged concerns, demonstrating responsiveness to oversight findings.

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Overview of Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park

Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park runs 125 beds across a three-story building on Baptist Road in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. The care lineup is broad: nursing home care, assisted living, hospice, independent living, memory care, and respite care all live under one roof. That means a resident could, in theory, move through several stages of need without changing addresses.

Walkability sits on the lower end, Walk Score 34, so most errands here mean getting in a car rather than walking down the block. Occupancy runs at 78%, with 98 of the 125 beds currently filled, numbers that put this comfortably in the range of an established, actively operating community rather than a newer or struggling one.

Clinically, the ratio here is one nurse to every 24 residents, backed by staff around the clock. The wellness program goes deeper than a typical rehab offering: full physical therapy services, licensed therapists, and dedicated post-stroke and post-surgical tracks sit alongside restorative care. Add in specific programs for Alzheimer’s and dementia, skilled nursing, and outpatient rehab, and the medical infrastructure here looks built for residents with real, ongoing care needs, not just daily living support.

Life outside the clinical side includes a fitness center, barber and spa access, garden and patio space, and a private dining option alongside the main dining room, plus a steady calendar of social, educational, and spiritual programming with group transportation built in. State inspections here have tended to center on medication management and dietary and food service rather than broader care concerns.

Mr. James Cox owns the community, operating as Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park LLC. Between the six-way care continuum, the nurse staffing ratio, and the depth of the rehab program, this reads as a facility built for residents whose medical needs run higher than a standard assisted living setting can typically support.

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Overview of Woodbridge Place

Situated in the neighborhood of Phoenixville, PA, the Woodbridge Place is an enticing senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Inviting and spacious accommodations specially constructed for personal care and memory care residents are available to further enhance comfort and relaxation. The community is also accessible to pharmacies, doctor’s offices, grocery stores, and hospitals. In terms of memory care, Lilac Trace Memory Care Neighborhoods are designed to bring belonging and dignity for its residents having cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Enjoy its modern amenities and services, including wellness programs with all-inclusive activities covering fitness, therapy and pharmacy services, deliciously cooked meals prepared by a professional chef team, painting activities, trips to local museums galleries, and other life-enrichment activities. Meet new people and build lasting friendships within this beautiful community. At the Woodbridge Place, seniors are assured with extraordinary retirement.

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Overview of Parker Personal Care Facility

Parker Personal Care Facility is a personal care home in Parker, Pennsylvania, offering a wide range of care options within a 40-bed setting. Located in a rural area with a Walk Score of 17, the community requires transportation to access most activities and services. It is currently serving 32 residents and operating at 80% occupancy.

Services include rehabilitation, nursing care, primary care provider visits, and 24-hour staffing. Residents receive assistance with activities of daily living, medication administration, meal preparation with dietary oversight, housekeeping, and laundry services. Weekly church services are available, and the community also features an on-site salon and mini store.

State inspections have identified significant concerns related to resident care and safety. Survey findings also include substantiated cases of resident neglect and mistreatment. Additionally, more recent inspections cited delays in transferring a resident with a hip fracture to a hospital, concerns regarding indoor temperature management, and staff conduct involving intimidation. Corrective action plans have been submitted in response to these findings, and the community has documented efforts to address the cited deficiencies.

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Overview of Concordia Lutheran Ministries – Oertel Building

Concordia Lutheran Ministries – Oertel Building is a faith-based nursing home in Cabot, Pennsylvania, that provides skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. The community maintains an 80% occupancy rate, suggesting demand and availability. With a car-dependent neighborhood, the community requires transportation for most errands and activities, which is common for most rural areas.

The community has multiple levels of care offered under one roof, including short-term rehabilitation for individuals recovering from hospitalization, illness, or surgery, as well as long-term skilled nursing care for ongoing medical needs. Respite care is also available for those requiring temporary support. Personal care assistance, retirement living home, and community-based programs are also provided.

State inspections identified concerns involving medication management, resident privacy practices, and community maintenance. Additionally, corrective action plans have been implemented in response to these findings, and no substantiated complaints or enforcement actions appear in the inspection record. While identified issues have been addressed, similar deficiencies have reappeared over time, suggesting that continued attention to these issues may be beneficial.

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Overview of Heartland Retirement Personal Care Home

Heartland Retirement Personal Care Home is a 48-bed personal care home in Woolrich, Pennsylvania, that provides personal care. The community has a 21% occupancy with 10 older adults currently in residence. With a Walk Score of 7, the community is in a car-dependent area, where most errands and services require transportation.

Limited available information is provided regarding care services, amenities, activities, dining, or daily programming within the community.

Throughout its history, inspection records have identified concerns in safety systems and documentation practices, with corrective actions implemented in response to findings. Notably, these issues have shown recurring attention across survey periods.

Contact Heartland Retirement Personal Care Home

Overview of McCallum Assisted Life

McCallum Assisted Life provides assisted living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with help available for daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Residents live in private or semi private rooms, and the 48 bed community may suit someone seeking a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Private rooms offer an individual living space, while semi private rooms suit a resident who wants to share a room. A salon provides on site beauty and barber care, and the gardens and outdoor spaces give residents places to spend time outside.

Rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy or help during recovery, while a doctor on staff provides physician oversight. Residents who wish to worship within the community can attend multi denominational religious services, and Wilmatt operates McCallum Assisted Life. With a Walk Score of 73 out of 100, the area falls in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently for nearby errands.

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Overview of Sycamore Estate Personal Care Residence

Sycamore Estate Personal Care Residence offers assisted living, residential care, and respite care in Duquesne, PA. Assisted living includes help with daily needs such as mobility and personal hygiene, while residential care provides support in a personal care home setting. Respite care offers a short term stay, which may suit a family whose usual caregiver needs temporary support.

The residence opened in 2022 and is operated by Sycamore Estates. It has 49 beds, with private rooms, semi private rooms, and ADA accessible rooms. A private room accommodates one resident, while a semi private room provides shared accommodation; ADA accessible rooms are designed for residents who need accessible features. Starting prices are $3,500 for a private room and $2,900 for a semi private room, allowing families to compare rates by room arrangement.

Services include medication management, mobility assistance, personal hygiene care, home health, and rehabilitation, including short term rehab. Together, these services address medication routines, movement, personal care, in home support, and recovery needs. A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of The Residence at Whitehall Il and

Seven years running, and The Residence at Whitehall Il and covers a fairly full spread for a 46-bed community: assisted living, independent living, and respite care, all in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Independent living starts at $2,665 a month. Getting around outside the building usually means driving, since the Walk Score here sits at 38, somewhat walkable at best.

Daily support runs through medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry, the kind of coverage that lets residents stay independent without managing every task alone. Respite care is available too, for families who need short-term coverage rather than a permanent move.

Branding shows up in a few specific places. Graceful Dining™ names the community’s approach to meals, and Graceful Respite Stays and the Vibrant Living Program each carry their own identity rather than folding into a generic activities list. A Wellness Program adds structure to the calendar, and residents can spend time in a fitness center, a spa, a restaurant, or a cafe.

Veterans Benefits are available here too, worth knowing for residents who qualify and are weighing how to pay for care.

Jenna Johnston directs the community, and Cpf Living Communities – Whitehall LLC owns the property. This is a mid-sized Pittsburgh community built around named dining and wellness programs, daily living support, and flexible respite options for families who need it.

Contact The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC

Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Pennsylvania

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Pennsylvania?

Assisted living in Pennsylvania supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Pennsylvania?

Assisted living in Pennsylvania is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover assisted living?

Pennsylvania Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Pennsylvania) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 461 assisted living facilities in Pennsylvania. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Pennsylvania?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Pennsylvania, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Pennsylvania?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.