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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Allegheny County, PA

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Assisted living costs in Allegheny County average about $3,641 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 82 communities in Allegheny County. Our detailed directory has 988 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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They're the best. Everything has been good. We're pleased with the whole set-up. Our loved one has been treated well. We've been treated well. The staff is very friendly, and anytime we call them about...
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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.
There are few things more important than having a place to call home… a place of warmth and companionship, a place where your security and well-being are paramount.Baptist Homes is a spiritually uplifting community where you can live fully and pursue your interests while benefitting from the...
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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.
Cambridge Brentwood is “Pittsburgh’s Best Value in Senior Living”.  Cambridge is committed to providing the highest quality care at the most affordable price.  With Cambridge, you never have to worry about unpredictable monthly bills or extra charges because we offer a simple...
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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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My brother is now living at the Gracious Living Personal Care Home. He enjoys the location (he has many connections to Pittsburgh, and Gracious Living is conveniently located), and is well taken care of by...
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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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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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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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.
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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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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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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Allegheny County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Allegheny County is $3,641 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blawnox, PA with an average of $3,596 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Allegheny County, PA vs. nearby counties

Allegheny County, PA
$3,641/mo
$3,640/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Allegheny County, PA vs. the state and national average

Allegheny County, PA
$3,641/mo
U.S. national average
$4,675/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Allegheny County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,641/mo
$4,966/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Allegheny County, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,405/mo
Studio
$5,413/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,151/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,376/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,450/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Allegheny County over time

Allegheny County, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Allegheny County, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Allegheny County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Allegheny County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Allegheny County

Tapestry Senior Living Moon Township in Coraopolis, PA

4.1
Value is a tough one. Tapestry is costly but it is nice. As you know, the level of care determines the monthly cost. My mother likes it very much. The food choices and quality could be better, she tells me. The facility is bright & airy. The activities are many. The staff is very kind, willing ...
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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.

Brookdale Penn Hills

5.0
It's outstanding. The staff is exceptional, kind and caring. A great place for my friend[name removed] They offer personal care, housekeeping, laundry, food services medication administration and social/physical activities.

Allegheny County review score based on 218 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 218 reviews of 61 Allegheny County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Allegheny County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Allegheny County review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Allegheny County, PA61 facilities
7.6
Millvale, PA78 facilities
7.7
Pittsburgh, PA85 facilities

Review subcategories for Allegheny County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 218 reviews of 61 Allegheny County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Allegheny County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.3
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Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
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Activities
3.9
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Allegheny County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Allegheny County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Allegheny County, 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 Allegheny County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Allegheny County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Allegheny County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.7%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
52.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.1%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Allegheny County assisted living

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 Allegheny County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Allegheny County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.9%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Allegheny County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Allegheny County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Allegheny County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.3%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.2%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
45.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.1%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.3%
14.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Allegheny County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Allegheny County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Allegheny County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.8%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
26.2%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Allegheny County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Allegheny County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.4%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.1%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.6%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
55.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Allegheny County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Allegheny County protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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