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Assisted living costs in Dorset average about $4,056 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Dorset. Our detailed directory has 84 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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44 Floor plans available
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1. Everyone is friendly and helpful. 2. Caretakers do care about us. 3. We are a loving family 4. Meals are timely and delicious 5. Have good choice of plenty of food 6. Entertainment often and...
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.
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The staff members are super-friendly and helpful, and made my mom feel welcome. I only had one occasion where my phone call wasn't returned. Their procedures appear to be organized, and the residents well...
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.
MapleShade offers Personal Care and A Secured Dementia Unit. Please call for details.When it comes to Peace and Tranquility, MapleShade Meadows cannot be beat! Our one floor Senior Living Community is located along a picturesque creek in a meadow in the quiet town of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania....
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When I toured At home At Parkland for my Mom I was impressed at the more personal care they offered for someone with limited abilities, and the price was more reasonable than most for the care they offer....
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 Home at Parkland was founded with the primary goal of providing individualized care in a small Personal Care Home Community setting. As a Home Care and Hospice provider in Eastern Pennsylvania for 12 years we were surprised by how few options were available for those requiring specialized...
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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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Overall our experience with Edgemont Lodge was a very good one. The staff here is very attentive, friendly, and respectful towards the residents. The facility itself is always kept very clean and nice...
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.
It is our philosophy at Edgemont Lodge Assisted Living/Personal Care Home to promote independence through self-determination. Our residents receive individual attention to their specific needs with an emphasis on rehabilitation. Our foremost concern at Edgemont is the comfort, health and...
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The owners and staff are very pleasant and helpful. When my parents went to see Pleasant Trees my father was very impressed with the owner's personality. Both my parents chose Pleasant Trees over another...
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.
Pleasant Trees is located in Carbon County’s lush countryside, situated on 5 beautifully landscaped acres at the base of the Blue Mountains. Our philosophy is based on a firm belief that independence is the key to a rewarding and enjoyable life. It is the mission of Pleasant Trees to provide an...
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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.
Renaissance Home Pinebrook is a senior living community located in Orwigsburg, PA, in Schuylkill County and is home to just over 3,000 people. Residents can enjoy nature walks, small town living, getting out for daily exercise, or relaxing in our comfortable community.
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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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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 Dorset, PA

The average cost of senior living in Dorset is $4,056 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McAdoo, PA with an average of $3,151 per month.

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

Dorset, PA
$4,056/mo
$3,625/mo

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

Dorset, PA
$4,056/mo
U.S. national average
$4,770/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,056/mo
$5,643/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,317/mo
Studio
$3,075/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,763/mo

Senior living costs in Dorset 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: Dorset, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDorset, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,056/mo$4,440/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,643/mo$5,443/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living$3,602/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Dorset, PA:$4,056/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Dorset, PA:$5,643/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Dorset, PA:$3,602/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dorset, PA, over time

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

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

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dorset, PA$5,112/mo$4,272/mo+19.7%
Pennsylvania$4,452/mo$4,456/mo-0.1%
National$4,544/mo$4,449/mo+2.1%
Dorset, PA
2024 average cost:$5,112/mo
2023 average cost:$4,272/mo
Percent change:+19.7%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$4,452/mo
2023 average cost:$4,456/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
National
2024 average cost:$4,544/mo
2023 average cost:$4,449/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dorset, 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 Dorset.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dorset

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dorset

Liza's House in Danielsville, PA

4.3
Pro Food is nutritious and prepared and served to please individuals...very accommodating for food and beverages. Welcoming environment Staff tends to be very pleasant and seem to care about the residents. Staff seems to know the residents. Staff members respond when concerns are brought to ...
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Country Meadows of Allentown

5.0
As my mother began to decline a few years ago, I began looking for a retirement community for her. I visited about ten communities in the Lehigh Valley. It was apparent from the beginning that Country Meadows is special. My mother was very reluctant to leave her home but she quickly adjusted ...
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Legend of Allentown

5.0
my family member has received excellent care at Legend. The staff has gone out of their way to help adjust to his circumstances

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Communication and caring staff. Numerous reviews highlight the friendly and attentive nature of staff members across various communities like Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living, The Palmerton, and Keystone Villa at Fleetwood. Families express appreciation for the regular updates they receive and the long-term relationship ...
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Wide range of activities for residents. Reviews mention the enjoyable and diverse range of activities offered at communities, including arts and crafts, games, movies, and social events, such as at Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living, Lehigh Commons, and The Palmerton. Residents often express their happiness and engagement in thes ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction, with many praising the taste and variety of meals and dining experiences at communities like Heritage Hill Senior Community, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, and Legend of Allentown. Staff accommodates dietary restriction ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Communities are frequently described as clean and well-maintained in reviews, with mentions of pristine private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces, such as gardens and walking trails, at communities like Lehigh Commons, Maidencreek Place, and Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living.
Professional and responsive nursing care. Reviews consistently mention the importance of professional and responsive nursing care, with families praising the kindness and attentiveness of nursing staff at communities like Maidencreek Place, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, and The Palmerton. Nurses are available to address concerns an ...
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Supportive and welcoming environment. Residents often describe the communities as warm and welcoming, with supportive relationships formed among staff and residents alike. Reviews mention the comforting atmosphere at communities like Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Heritage Hill Senior Community, and Legend of Allentown, promotin ...
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Dorset assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorset assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorset, 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 Dorset 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 Dorset that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorset, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dorset 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 Dorset Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorset, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
41.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorset 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 Dorset partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorset, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorset 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 Dorset communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorset, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorset 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 Dorset offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorset, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25%
30.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dorset

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 Dorset protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living and At Home at Parkland are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dorset, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 10 assisted living facilities near Dorset, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Dorset, Pennsylvania are Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and Atria Bethlehem. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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