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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ernest, PA
Assisted living costs in Ernest average about $2,857 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Ernest. Our detailed directory has 27 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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15 reviews
Not a problem except for the meals. My husband is usually not fussy but was very upset with the dining facilities. Food was very inadequate & tasteless. Happy with room & help with getting heat & a recliner...
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.
Welcome to Heritage Grove at IndianaSenior Living and Memory CareNestled in the charming town of Indiana, Pennsylvania, Heritage Grove at Indiana offers a warm and inviting assisted living and memory care community where seniors can thrive in their golden years. Our luxurious, home-like...
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Moorehead Place is well kept. It is clean. The food is better than any other place I considered, greatly so. The activities are great. The nursing staff knows her and her needs and keeps me informed of any...
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.
Moorehead Place is located on the west edge of the small town of Indiana, Pennsylvania. We are two miles east of White Woods Nature Center and about a mile north of Indiana Mall. Our community offers individualized care in a warm and engaging environment. Residents enjoy many activities with us,...
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My sister seems to be adapting well to her new residence here. We’re very happy with the facility overall. I’m particularly impressed with the administrator and the owner. They’re both very competent,...
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My gram spent 3 years at this home. The owner is very friendly, very easy to work with. The home is out of the way a bit, but I liked that aspect of it. They have a huge back porch and a courtyard type area....
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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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.
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.
At St. Andrew's Village, you have the flexibility to create your own experience. All of our senior living services are available as you need them— Personal Care Services may be exactly what you are looking for. As Indiana, PA's only Continuing Care Retirement Community, we go beyond...
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Cost of assisted living in Ernest, PA
The average cost of senior living in Ernest is $2,857 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Creekside, PA with an average of $2,857 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ernest, PA vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ernest, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Ernest
Recent reviews for assisted living in Ernest
Heritage Grove at Indiana
4.9
They are now called Heritage Glen. My whole family is happy with the level of care our father is receiving, he also seems to be enjoying his time there.
The Addison of Moorehead Place in Indiana, PA
4.9
The staff at Moorehead Place is very friendly and compassionate. They answer all my questions immediately. My mother is very very happy with the staff.
Ernest assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ernest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ernest, 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 Ernest 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 Ernest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ernest, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ernest 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 Ernest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ernest, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ernest 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 Ernest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Ernest 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 Ernest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ernest 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 Ernest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ernest
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 Ernest protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Heritage Grove at Indiana, The Addison of Moorehead Place and Maple Valley Personal Care Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ernest, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 10 assisted living facilities near Ernest, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Ernest, Pennsylvania is Heritage Grove at Indiana. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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