Best Assisted Living in Pennsylvania

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 439 assisted living communities in PA using PA Depts. of Human Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in PA
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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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
SouthWoods by New Perspective
AL
MC
Titusville
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 88
Rank #317 / 411
A+Yes
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 44
Rank #42 / 450
Titusville Ops LLC8
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 5
Rank #61 / 400
25%
Facility 25%
PA AVG 58.5%
Rank #19 / 400
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 88
Rank #13 / 400
0.4
Facility 0.4
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #13 / 400
Profit
47
Facility 47
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #223 / 298
1.15
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
PA AVG 68.4%
Rank #99 / 351
Studio / 1 BedA+
Country Meadows Retirement Community
AL
CCRC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Hershey
190
Facility 190
PA AVG 88
Rank #7 / 411
AYes
49
Facility 49
PA AVG 44
Rank #180 / 450
Country Meadows Of Hershey Associates22
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 5
Rank #139 / 400
55%
Facility 55%
PA AVG 58.5%
Rank #182 / 400
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 88
Rank #98 / 400
1.8
Facility 1.8
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #75 / 400
Profit
183
Facility 183
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #3 / 298
1.34
53.2%
Facility 53.2%
PA AVG 68.4%
Rank #285 / 351
Studio / Alcove / 1 BedA+
Country Meadows Retirement Communities
AL
CCRC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Wyomissing
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 88
Rank #211 / 411
A+Yes
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 44
Rank #294 / 450
Country Meadows Of Wyomissing LLC20
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 5
Rank #1 / 400
40%
Facility 40%
PA AVG 58.5%
Rank #61 / 400
21
Facility 21
PA AVG 88
Rank #46 / 400
1.1
Facility 1.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #24 / 400
Profit
37
Facility 37
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #247 / 298
1.00
48.8%
Facility 48.8%
PA AVG 68.4%
Rank #313 / 351
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Sunrise of Lafayette Hill
AL
HOS
MC
Lafayette Hill
105
Facility 105
PA AVG 88
Rank #125 / 411
B+Yes
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 44
Rank #132 / 450
Welltower Opco Group LLC32
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 5
Rank #311 / 400
59%
Facility 59%
PA AVG 58.5%
Rank #213 / 400
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 88
Rank #200 / 400
2.0
Facility 2.0
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #88 / 400
Profit
114
Facility 114
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #57 / 298
1.68
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
PA AVG 68.4%
Rank #196 / 351
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Paramount Senior Living at South Hills
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Pittsburgh
127
Facility 127
PA AVG 88
Rank #55 / 411
A+Yes
58
Facility 58
PA AVG 44
Rank #138 / 450
Paramount Senior Living At South Hills, LLC38
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 5
Rank #139 / 400
32%
Facility 32%
PA AVG 58.5%
Rank #33 / 400
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 88
Rank #98 / 400
1.1
Facility 1.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #24 / 400
Profit
160
Facility 160
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #11 / 298
1.68
49.6%
Facility 49.6%
PA AVG 68.4%
Rank #305 / 351
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
The Winds At Mattern Orchard by New Perspective
AL
MC
Duncansville
70
Facility 70
PA AVG 88
Rank #254 / 411
A-Yes
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 44
Rank #244 / 450
Duncansville Ops LLC6
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 5
Rank #114 / 400
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 58.5%
Rank #269 / 400
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 88
Rank #20 / 400
1.5
Facility 1.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #54 / 400
Profit
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #185 / 298
1.15
65.7%
Facility 65.7%
PA AVG 68.4%
Rank #203 / 351
Studio / 1 BedA+
Brookdale Latrobe
AL
MC
RESC
Latrobe (Unity Township)
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 88
Rank #24 / 411
A-Yes
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 44
Rank #421 / 450
Emeritus Corporation30
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 5
Rank #210 / 400
53%
Facility 53%
PA AVG 58.5%
Rank #159 / 400
63
Facility 63
PA AVG 88
Rank #198 / 400
2.1
Facility 2.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #98 / 400
Profit
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #107 / 298
1.39
34.7%
Facility 34.7%
PA AVG 68.4%
Rank #342 / 351
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsA+
Clarks Summit Senior Living
AL
Clarks Summit (South Abington Township)
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 88
Rank #76 / 411
A-Yes
16
Facility 16
PA AVG 44
Rank #368 / 450
Snh Penn Tenant LLC36
14
Facility 14
PA AVG 5
Rank #371 / 400
50%
Facility 50%
PA AVG 58.5%
Rank #127 / 400
62
Facility 62
PA AVG 88
Rank #194 / 400
1.7
Facility 1.7
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #72 / 400
Profit
97
Facility 97
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #95 / 298
1.14
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
PA AVG 68.4%
Rank #172 / 351
StudioA+
Chestnut Knoll
AL
MC
Boyertown
119
Facility 119
PA AVG 88
Rank #86 / 411
A-No
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 44
Rank #80 / 450
Gahc3 Boyertown Pa Alf Trs Sub LLC42
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 5
Rank #210 / 400
52%
Facility 52%
PA AVG 58.5%
Rank #147 / 400
77
Facility 77
PA AVG 88
Rank #238 / 400
1.8
Facility 1.8
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #75 / 400
Profit
154
Facility 154
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #14 / 298
1.52
48.7%
Facility 48.7%
PA AVG 68.4%
Rank #314 / 351
Studio / Suite-
Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village
AL
ADC
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Mechanicsburg
308
Facility 308
PA AVG 88
Rank #7 / 411
ANo
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 44
Rank #340 / 450
Messiah Home Inc22
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 5
Rank #210 / 400
45%
Facility 45%
PA AVG 58.5%
Rank #89 / 400
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 88
Rank #116 / 400
2.0
Facility 2.0
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #88 / 400
Non-Profit
144
Facility 144
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #21 / 298
1.21
70.5%
Facility 70.5%
PA AVG 68.4%
Rank #177 / 351
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other PA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 439 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of SouthWoods by New Perspective

SouthWoods by New Perspective offers assisted living and memory care in Titusville, PA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels may make the community a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 52 beds, placing it in the smaller-community range where staff and residents can get to know one another. Studio and one-bedroom apartments are available. A studio provides one private living space, while a one-bedroom apartment separates the sleeping and living areas. A barber and beauty salon supports on-site grooming, and the interior courtyard, garden patio, veranda, and front porch give residents places to spend time indoors or outdoors.

Residents can take part in card games, chess, cribbage, crafts, social events, happy hour, and trips, with several structured activities to choose from. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a companion animal. With a Walk Score of 82, the area is very walkable, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. Titusville Ops operates the community.

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Overview of Country Meadows Retirement Community

With 44 years of care, Country Meadows Retirement Community is a personal care home in Hershey, Pennsylvania, that provides independent living, assisted living, personal care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation, memory care, respite care, and hospice services. This 190-bed community is operated by Country Meadows of Hershey Associates, and features studio, alcove, and one-bedroom floor plans in a two-story setting. It is currently at 67% occupancy, with 127 beds occupied.

Along with 24-hour staffing, the community offers restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, scheduled transportation, fitness programs, salon and spa services, rehabilitation, and the Dynamic Living Program, which includes outings, entertainment, and social activities. Pets are also welcome, allowing residents to bring small animal companions. Located near downtown Hershey, the surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 49, allowing some errands to be completed on foot.

State inspections have focused on medication management, staff training, documentation, and care planning, with corrective actions implemented and compliance verified through follow-up reviews.

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Overview of Country Meadows Retirement Communities

Country Meadows Retirement Communities in Wyomissing, PA, operates under the continuing care retirement community framework. It offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home services, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite care. Independent living provides you with your own residence, access to community services, and no one managing everyday care. Assisted living provides staff support for medication management, bathing, dressing, and other similar activities. A resident prone to wandering is placed in secured memory care under supervision. In the nursing home and skilled nursing units, licensed nurses are available every hour.

The role of hospice care is to provide comfort and support for individuals with a life-limiting illness. A respite stay is brief and provides a regular caregiver an opportunity to travel or recuperate. As everything takes place within a single community, a resident whose requirements increase can switch services without relocating.

Its 80 beds are distributed among studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, providing choices for those living solo or as a couple. Short-term rehab is available for residents undergoing recovery.

Medicare is accepted for qualifying medical services, such as the temporary skilled care one receives after hospitalization, but not for extended living arrangements. Residents can have pets move in.

Wyomissing is car-dependent, scoring 31 on Walk Score. Running errands primarily requires driving, and when you cease driving, you’ll need transportation. The community is operated by Country Meadows Of Wyomissing LLC.

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Overview of Sunrise of Lafayette Hill

Sunrise of Lafayette Hill is a senior living community located in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, that offers assisted living and memory care services. The community is designed to provide a warm and welcoming environment for seniors, with a caring team that assists residents while fostering their independence. Sunrise of Lafayette Hill offers a variety of programs and supportive services that nourish the mind, body, and spirit, including up to three delicious, well-balanced meals served daily with a variety of menu choices to meet residents’ needs and preferences.

The community provides an abundance of activities, including daily physical fitness, resident-sponsored clubs for various interests, and scheduled group trips. Sunrise of Lafayette Hill is conveniently located near multiple restaurants, movie theaters, and shopping centers, including the Plymouth Meeting Mall, offering endless possibilities for residents to keep busy both on and off-site. The committed team at Sunrise of Lafayette Hill was recently honored with the Horizon Award for their dedication. The community has been recognized by U.S. News as a Best Senior Living community for memory care based on resident and family surveys.

Starting Price $3,618/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Paramount Senior Living at South Hills

Nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Paramount Senior Living at South Hills is dedicated to providing unparalleled services that adhere to senior nursing home rules and regulations, ensuring the utmost care and safety for the residents. The commitment to individualized care extends beyond independent living, as Paramount Senior Living offers a comprehensive range of services, including memory care with skilled nursing. Their state-of-the-art facility is meticulously designed to cater to every aspect of the residents’ lives.

For more intimate gatherings, there is a private dining room, perfect for sharing cherished moments with family and guests. The communal spaces, including television and living room areas, create a vibrant hub for socializing and relaxation. Stepping outside onto the spacious porch, adorned with cozy sitting areas, the gentle breeze allows the residents to connect with nature and each other. Paramount Senior Living prioritizes safety with a comprehensive fire safety system in place, providing peace of mind for everyone.

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Overview of The Winds at Mattern Orchard by New Perspective

The Winds at Mattern Orchard by New Perspective offers assisted living and memory care in Duncansville, PA. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow from help with daily tasks to secured memory support, because both care levels are available without leaving the community.

Studio and one-bedroom layouts are available. A studio is a single private space, while a one-bedroom layout separates sleeping and living areas. The community has 70 beds. A Walk Score of 40 / 100 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, including for a resident who no longer drives. Pets are allowed here, so a resident can keep a pet in the community. Duncansville Ops operates The Winds at Mattern Orchard by New Perspective.

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Overview of Brookdale Latrobe

Brookdale Latrobe in Latrobe, PA, offers assisted living, memory care, and residential care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia, and may be a good fit for a resident who needs supervision because of dementia related wandering risks.

The community has 150 beds, with private and semi-private rooms. A private room gives one resident an individual living space, while a semi-private room accommodates shared living. Starting rates are $5,765 per month for personal care home and $6,990 per month for memory care, so families have separate monthly figures for those two care levels.

Pets are allowed, which means a resident may keep a companion animal at Brookdale Latrobe. The salon and spa support personal grooming, while the courtyard and garden offer outdoor time. Transportation service is available for rides arranged through the community.

Respite care is available for a short stay. This can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. Emeritus operates the community.

$5,765/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Overview of Clarks Summit Senior Living

Situated in the quaint suburb of Summit, PA, Clarks Summit Senior Living is a relaxing senior living community that offers a variety of care options, including personal care, respite care, and short-term stays. With charmingly designed apartments and access to personalized medical resources, residents here are assured to experience a comfortable retirement life. Weekly housekeeping, linen services, 24/7 front desk concierge and nursing team, and transportation services adds to the comfort, security and convenience of the residents.

At Clarks Summit Senior Living, residents live a vibrant lifestyle with an array of interesting activities and amenities. Here, residents can enjoy movie nights with their friends in the movie theater, share a glass of their favorite drink in the tavern bar, or pamper themselves with a new look in the salon. A general store, rehab and fitness clinic, restaurant-style dining, and scheduled transportation further enhances residents’ living experience at Clarks Summit Senior Living.

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Overview of Chestnut Knoll

Chestnut Knoll provides assisted living and memory care in Boyertown, PA. Assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident lives in a studio or suite. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia who may be at risk of wandering. Chestnut Knoll may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 119 beds, with studios, semi-private rooms, one-bedroom apartments and companion suites. A companion suite can suit two people moving together. Restaurant-style dining gives residents meals in an open dining-room setting, rather than limiting them to their own rooms.

Fitness sessions with FOX therapists and strength, balance and mobility classes provide structured opportunities for exercise. A Walk Score of 71 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Gahc3 Boyertown Pa Alf Trs Sub operates Chestnut Knoll.

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Overview of Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village

Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village is a continuing care retirement community in Mechanicsburg, PA, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, adult day care, respite care and skilled nursing. Independent living offers private living without daily care, while assisted living adds help with everyday tasks. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care supports a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels within the community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time. There are 190 beds, which generally means more residents, staff and usually more programming. Housing includes cottages and apartments, giving residents two distinct living options.

Starting prices range from $1,472 to $2,335 per month, giving families a monthly range for initial budgeting. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy related support. Cerise Day Spa provides an on site salon and spa option, while Lifelong Learning, Pastoral Ministries and Messiah Village Church add educational and faith based programs. These services may make the community a good fit for someone who wants access to different care levels along with educational or faith based activities.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 26 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Messiah Home operates the community.

Starting Price $1,472 - $2,335/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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.

  • Includes
  • 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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Assisted Living in Pennsylvania at a glance

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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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 439 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.