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Assisted Living in Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania at a glance
11
Assisted Living communities
12+
cities covered
$6,480
median / month
4.3★
avg rating
11
Assisted Living communities
12+
Pennsylvania cities & towns
$6,480
Median monthly cost
4.3
Average rating
Overview
Assisted Living in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has one of the largest senior populations in the country, and its senior living options reflect that — including a strong tradition of personal care homes alongside assisted living residences. Assisted living averages about $6,480 a month, with memory care closer to $8,100.
From Philadelphia and Pittsburgh to smaller towns across the state, Pennsylvania families have many options. Below you can compare communities by city, review what each offers, and get free help from a local advisor.
Costs
What assisted living costs in Pennsylvania
Assisted living in Pennsylvania averages about $6,480 per month; memory care is roughly $8,100, and nursing home care runs much higher (semi-private about $11,954).
What affects the price? Location and local demand, private vs. shared room, the level of daily care needed, and add-ons like medication administration or nighttime support.
Ways families pay
Private pay
Pennsylvania Medicaid
VA Aid & Attendance
Long-term care insurance
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What assisted living offers
Assisted Living provides help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, plus meals, housekeeping, and social life.
- Help with daily activities & medication management
- Meals, housekeeping & laundry
- Trained staff and a safe, supportive environment
- Activities, wellness & social connection
Pennsylvania rules & paying for care
Personal care homes and assisted living residences in Pennsylvania are licensed and inspected by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS).
- Pennsylvania doesn't pay assisted living room and board through traditional Medicaid, but care and support services can be covered through the Community HealthChoices (CHC) managed care program and HCBS waivers
- Veterans may apply VA Aid & Attendance toward costs
- Private pay, savings, and long-term care insurance are common
Questions
Pennsylvania assisted living FAQs
What's the difference between a personal care home and assisted living in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania licenses both 'personal care homes' and 'assisted living residences.' Both provide help with daily activities and medication in a residential setting; assisted living residences are held to additional standards that support aging in place. Our advisors can explain which fits your loved one's needs.
Does Pennsylvania Medicaid pay for assisted living?
Pennsylvania doesn't cover assisted living room and board through traditional Medicaid, but the Community HealthChoices (CHC) program and HCBS waivers can help pay for care and support services for those who qualify.
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Other care types in Pennsylvania
Memory Care in PennsylvaniaSecured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with 24/7 supervision and trained staff
Nursing Homes in Pennsylvania24/7 skilled nursing and medical care for people with complex or chronic health needs
Independent Living in PennsylvaniaMaintenance-free living with amenities and social opportunities for active, self-sufficient seniors
CCRCs in PennsylvaniaA full continuum of care — independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing — on one campus
Residential Care in PennsylvaniaSmall, home-like board-and-care homes offering personal care and supervision for a handful of residents
All Pennsylvania senior livingBrowse every community by city
Free help finding assisted living in Pennsylvania
Our senior living advisors know Pennsylvania communities, pricing, and availability. Tell us what your family needs and we'll do the legwork — at no cost and no obligation.
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