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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Defiance, PA
Assisted living costs in Defiance average about $3,711 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 19 communities in Defiance. Our detailed directory has 21 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Hollidaysburg, Bedford and Cedar Crest.
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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.
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I am a current resident and have been here for around 4 months and I love living here. I was hesitant on moving in at first that people would not like me or I might not fit in but I have made so many new...
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.
The Colonial Courtyard at Bedford is ideally situated for senior citizens who are still young enough to enjoy what the great outdoors has to offer. Set against a lovely mountainous backdrop in central Pennsylvania, it is senior living for the nature lover at its very best! Known for gorgeous...
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We could not be happier and more pleased with Celebration. The entire staff has been wonderful with my mother-in-law. Very kind, understanding. Love the... Staff Food Activities The care provided Very...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
Wesner’s Claysburg Manor is a senior living community located in Claysburg, PA, in Blair County and home to just over 1,700 people. Residents will enjoy this small town with its air force station, local shops and stores where they can take their daily walks, do their shopping, and run errands, or...
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.
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.
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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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.
At Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg, you have the flexibility to create your own experience. All of our senior living services are available as you need them, and our individually tailored Personal Care may be exactly what you are looking for.Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg provides...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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Cost of assisted living in Defiance, PA
The average cost of senior living in Defiance is $3,711 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saltillo, PA with an average of $2,600 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Defiance, PA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Defiance, PA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Defiance, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Defiance
Recent reviews for assisted living in Defiance
Colonial Courtyard At Bedford
4.9
In looking to get my grandmother placed into assisted living, I was given information regarding Colonial Courtyard. In speaking with the Community Leasing Director, I felt at peace and believed this was the best place for my grandmother. The CLD answered all my questions and got back to my ...
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Celebration Villa of Altoona in Duncansville, PA
5.0
I'm very happy. Mom is very happy and getting the care she needs. Food is good - they make her food she likes. Room kept clean. Nursing very friendly. For the cost I think it is worth it.
Defiance assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Defiance assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Defiance, 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 Defiance 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 Defiance that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Defiance, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33.4%
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
41.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.7%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.7%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Defiance 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 Defiance Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Defiance, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Defiance 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 Defiance partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Defiance, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Defiance 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 Defiance communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Defiance, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
8.3%
35.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Defiance 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 Defiance offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Defiance, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Defiance
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 Defiance protect seniors.
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The Winds at Mattern Orchard, Colonial Courtyard At Bedford and Celebration Villa of Altoona are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Defiance, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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