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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cereal, PA
Assisted living costs in Cereal average about $3,471 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 35 communities in Cereal. Our detailed directory has 230 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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Absolutely a five plus. It doesn't get any better, this is really our first experience so I have nothing to compare a personal care home to. My mother's been in many nursing, rehab facilities and hospitals...
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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.
Ridgeview Residential CareRidgeview Residential Care is a senior living community located in Youngwood, PA, which is a borough in Westmoreland County with a population of just over 4,000 people. Residents will enjoy getting in their daily walks, going to local stores to do their shopping and run...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Cereal, PA
The average cost of senior living in Cereal is $3,471 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Youngwood, PA with an average of $3,126 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cereal, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cereal, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cereal vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cereal, PA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cereal, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Cereal
Recent reviews for assisted living in Cereal
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.
Easy Living Estates of New Stanton in Hunker, PA
4.4
We're very pleased with the care at this community with one major issue. It's a lovely place, very clean, and the staff are friendly. However, they cannot deal with any sort of intravenous care. Any sort of IV has to be done elsewhere, which may be an issue for some residents.
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.
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Caring and attentive staff. Several reviews from communities such as Juniper Village at Monroeville, The Palms at O'Neil, and Abode Care of Monroeville highlight the compassionate and dedicated nature of the staff, who go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and their families are informed.One family m ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Activities are a key component of residents' well-being and social interaction. From movie nights and games to field trips and history lectures, communities like Juniper Village at Monroeville, The Palms at O'Neil, and Abode Care of Monroeville offer a diverse range of activities tailored ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Meals and dining experiences are a crucial aspect of daily life in a senior living community. Residents and their families at Juniper Village at Monroeville, The Palms at O'Neil, and Abode Care of Monroeville consistently mention the quality of the food, with the dining experiences being a ...
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Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces in communities such as Juniper Village at Monroeville, The Palms at O'Neil, and Abode Care of Monroeville.Reviews mention the importance of a comfortable and homelike environment for residents, with several noting the c ...
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Effective communication between families and staff. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is crucial for maintaining peace of mind and ensuring that residents receive the best possible care. Communities like Juniper Village at Monroeville, The Palms at O'Neil, and Abode Care of Monroeville prioritize this aspect of c ...
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Supportive and accommodating community environment. Several reviews mention the supportive and inclusive atmosphere at communities such as Juniper Village at Monroeville, The Palms at O'Neil, and Abode Care of Monroeville.Residents are encouraged to interact with each other and make new friends, with activities and common areas fostering so ...
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Cereal review score based on 62 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 62 reviews of 29 Cereal assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Cereal 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
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Review subcategories for Cereal 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 62 reviews of 29 Cereal assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cereal 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.Cereal, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.5
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Cereal assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cereal assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cereal, 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 Cereal 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 Cereal that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cereal, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31%
52.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.8%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.9%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.7%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cereal 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 Cereal Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cereal, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.2%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.1%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.8%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cereal 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 Cereal partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cereal, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.4%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
39.9%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
35.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
13.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Cereal 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 Cereal communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cereal, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.9%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
17.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cereal 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 Cereal offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cereal, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.6%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.7%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.8%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.7%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
17.2%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.9%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cereal
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 Cereal protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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