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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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The staff at Meadow Lake is friendly and helpful. The food is good and they offer daily activities as well as some outings. They keep the community clean and I would recommend it.
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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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I cannot say enough nice things about the entire staff at Juniper Village. The facility is a little dated; however, I think that is what adds to the comfort and coziness for many senior residents. They...
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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.
Juniper Village at the Shenango Inn is a warm and comfortable home to approximately 100 residents. We nurture the spirit of life in each individual through our distinctive senior living programs that encourage active bodies, engaged minds and fulfilled spirits. At Juniper Village at the Shenango...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Shelbourne Personal Care and the overall experience at this facility has been very good. My loved one seems to like the staff and also enjoys the activities, but does...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Shelbourne Personal Care provides the highest level of quality care to our residents in a relaxed, home-like environment. Our staff is always available 24-hours a day to assist with any needs that your loved one might have. At Shelbourne Personal Care, our team of professional staff works around...
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Our Dad lived at Lakeview, Darlington and our entire family couldn't have been more pleased with this facility. The entire staff was incredibly caring and compassionate. Every employee made him and our...
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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.
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.
Lakeview Personal Care Community offers accommodations for those who may require assistance in their daily living activities. Spacious private suites, a new lakeside boardwalk, and pavilion to enjoy the full beauty of the property, private upper-level deck and patio overlooking the pond., The...
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I am very happy with the care that is given from a wonderful community. The staff is excellent in every day. The community is clean and enjoyable. They offer excellent meals. And the activities are wonderful...
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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.
The Commons of Greenbriar, one of the area's finest assisted living residences has been created to offer the luxury of service, the company of friends and the ease of worry-free living to discerning adults who deserve to live the good life. Dedicated, highly trained associates promote a sense of...
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Small homelike senior living apartments are a good size for the price staff are always friendly and inviting and easy to talk to. Activities keep my mom engaged and I enjoy her telling me about the things...
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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.
Levy Gardens is a Jewish assisted living community located in the growing town of Youngstown, OH. Youngstown is located in Trumbull and Mahoning Counties, and home to just over 67,000 people. Youngstown has a lot of new shops, stores and great restaurants allowing residents the opportunity to do...
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Cambridge Pointe has been a wonderful experience so far, all of the staff member are so friendly and very caring towards our loved one. Based on the experience we have had so far we would recommend them to...
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.
Personal care gets more challenging with age. At Cambridge Retirement Living, residents get everything they need to live well. Private accommodations, round-the-clock support, medication management, meals, utilities, housekeeping, and a full schedule of activities are all included, and there are...
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They made some changes with new director and nurse and boy is this place becoming popular again!! very responsible and kind people. residents seem so happy.
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.
Vincentian Home Personal Care offers a pleasant living environment for older adults who value their independence but require some help with activities of daily living. Residents receive meals, assistance as needed, and are offered a variety of social events to help promote an active and rewarding...
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We liked how the community when our loved one was there was fairly new. We liked all the amenities they offered and all the different types of levels of care for the residents.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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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The dining room is clean. If you need to place your loved one in a place, this is worth the money. My loved one is in a private room, the staff take care of the meals, my loved's one laundry, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Country Manor Assisted living is situated in the borough on the east bank of the Allegheny River, in beautiful Kittanning, Pennsylvania. Our Senior community is second to none at providing the best quality care for your loved one. Here at Country Manor we recognize the importance and emotions...
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We placed our mom in The Haven six months ago. We have been pleased with her experience there. The staff is friendly and helpful. And very kind to my mom. We would recommend this facility to friends and...
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.
Here at The Haven at North Hills, we are more than a memory care facility, we are a memory care community. Located near University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, it offers a warm and welcoming senior community for those in need of assisted living, transitional assisted living, or memory care in...
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We first visited Community Commons in March when our father was slipping into the later stages of Dementia. His move from his former facility was seamless as the staff thoughtfully & carefully helped him...
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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.
Community Commons is currently ranked #1 on the Residential Care and Family Satisfaction Surveys by the Ohio Department of Aging.At Community Commons, our residents can have all the comforts of home in their own private apartment. Our Commons family members have peace of mind knowing their loved...
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We chose this community because of the cost and the location. The food was very good, a lot of times if you missed a meal they would make you what they had on hand. The room sizes were big, they could have...
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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My mother in law is doing very well with her move to this community. We very pleased with all they have done for us. They have providing her with good care, and everything is working very well. This is a...
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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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Keep in mind that my dad went there to die and did not use a lot of the offerings. There was little interaction due to my dads wishes. Based off of our short experience, I would recommend them to others...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independence Court of Monroeville is a senior living community located in Monroeville, PA. Monroeville is home to just over 28,000 people, and is a quiet borough in Alleghany County about 15-miles east of Pittsburgh. Residents will find a lot of great shops, stores and restaurants and areas where...
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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.
The Residence at Weinberg Village is designed for individuals who wish to remain as independent as possible, but who prefer the security and safety of living in a supportive setting. Comfortable residential suites, centralized dining, and attractive common living areas make this facility a...
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The caregivers are very compassionate and caring. They shower the patients on a regular basis and change them regularly. I would absolutely recommend this facility to anyone. The only con is there's a...
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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.
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I don't think that I can comment extensively right now since I have had limited interactions with the facility (we live 4.5 hours away from my in-laws at Harmony). The things I wasn't aware of on my initial...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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.
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.
Are you ready to come and live life to the fullest without the care and worry associated with the upkeep on your own home? Perhaps it's time for you or your loved one to have the security of knowing that assistance with life's daily activities is right there when you need it? We invite you to...
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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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Carter, PA

The average cost of senior living in Carter is $3,653 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bruin, PA with an average of $3,372 per month.

Assisted living costs in Carter, PA, vs. nearby cities

Carter, PA
$3,653/mo

Assisted living costs in Carter, PA, vs. state and national averages

Carter, PA
$3,653/mo
U.S. national average
$4,780/mo

Assisted living costs in Carter, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,653/mo
$4,805/mo

Assisted living costs in Carter, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,309/mo
Studio
$5,412/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,821/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,813/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,067/mo

Senior living costs in Carter vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Carter, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarter, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,653/mo$4,448/mo$4,780/mo
Memory Care$4,805/mo$5,456/mo$5,536/mo
Independent Living$3,642/mo$4,351/mo$4,177/mo
Assisted Living
Carter, PA:$3,653/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,448/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Memory Care
Carter, PA:$4,805/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$5,536/mo
Independent Living
Carter, PA:$3,642/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,351/mo
U.S.:$4,177/mo
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Assisted living costs in Carter, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Carter 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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Assisted living cost trends in Carter, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Carter 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.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Carter, PA$5,698/mo$5,990/mo-4.9%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Carter, PA
2024 average cost:$5,698/mo
2023 average cost:$5,990/mo
Percent change:-4.9%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Carter, 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 Carter.

What families are saying about assisted living in Carter

Recent reviews for assisted living in Carter

The Shenango Inn in Sharon, PA

4.0
This community is an old hotel that they have converted into a senior community. The staff have been helpful, encouraging and understanding. The residents are friendly. Mom has not complained about the food. They have a nice outdoor porch for the residents to enjoy. This is a relaxed community ...
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The Province of Wexford in Warrendale, PA

4.1
It's expensivve but worth it. It is a very nice community and the staff is very friendly. Overall, it has been a goed experience.

Grace Manor at North Park in Allison Park, PA

5.0
Very special new Administrator and head nurse. Very happy

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews praise the friendly and sincere nature of the staff at various communities, specifically mentioning their ability to make families and residents feel welcome. For example, at Abode Care of Monroeville, the administrator went above and beyond to ensure a smooth move-in process f ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Cleanliness and upkeep are important factors for many residents and families, with several reviews noting the importance of a tidy and well-maintained environment. At Ridgecrest of McCandless, the facility is described as beautiful with a heated indoor swimming pool, a bar with a happy hour ev ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Residents and families express appreciation for the wide range of activities and social opportunities offered in various communities, such as singing, games, movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. For example, at Ashton Commons, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure residents ...
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Clear and consistent communication between staff and families. Many reviews mention the importance of clear and frequent communication between community staff and families, allowing everyone to stay informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Juniper Village at Forest Hills, the director stays on top of things, making changes as needed and being an e ...
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Proper care and accommodations for individual needs. Residents and families report feeling reassured by the proper care and accommodations offered to meet individual needs, such as medication management, assistance with daily tasks, and specialized care for those with dementia or other conditions. For example, at Celebration Villa of Allison Park ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Quality food stands out as a major factor in overall satisfaction with various communities, with residents and families expressing appreciation for the delicious and varied meals provided. For example, at Whispering Pines Village, the meals are excellent and provide many choices, while at Har ...
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Carter review score based on 440 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 440 reviews of 195 Carter assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carter 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

Carter review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Carter 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 440 reviews of 195 Carter assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carter 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.
Carter, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Carter assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carter assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carter, 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 Carter 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 Carter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carter, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.4%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
49.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.7%
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Carter 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 Carter Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carter, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
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51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.4%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carter 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 Carter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carter, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.7%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
25.6%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.1%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.4%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Carter 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 Carter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carter, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
15.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carter 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 Carter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carter, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.4%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.2%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
32.8%
47%
Dances
Dances
17.4%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.8%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Carter

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Carter protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Reward Senior Care of Lisbon, Whispering Pines Village and Heritage Grove at Penn Hills are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Carter, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 235 assisted living facilities near Carter, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Carter, Pennsylvania are Reward Senior Care of Lisbon and Whispering Pines Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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