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This was an excellent place for older people. The staff that we dealt with were very good with my loved one. The tour was great and I got to see everything I needed to see and all of my questions were...
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.
Located along the historic D&H railroad trail, our community offers active residents the opportunity to live life to the fullest in a warm, friendly, and secure environment. A small facility with dedicated and caring staff, we provide 24/7 care, enabling you to retain your independence and...
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I can not say enough about the wonderful staff! Their compassion and genuine, loving care means the world to my mom and to me. Knowing my mother has such wonderful caring people around her everyday is...
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.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Recently renovated inside and out with modern interiors, updated menus, and activities!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents...
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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.
Welcome Home!Mallard Meadows offers a full array of services for those who demand comfort with their "good taste". A fine home is a source of happiness..."and one can't help but to be..." satisfied with the safety, peace of mind, and warm nuances of comfort waiting around every corner. Our team...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Cost of assisted living in Forest City, PA

The average cost of senior living in Forest City is $3,179 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Factoryville, PA with an average of $2,957 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest City, PA vs. nearby cities

Forest City, PA
$3,179/mo
$3,205/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest City, PA vs. the state and national average

Forest City, PA
$3,179/mo
U.S. national average
$4,645/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest City vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,179/mo
$4,876/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Forest City, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$2,436/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,105/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about assisted living in Forest City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest City

Willowbrook Place in Clarks Summit, PA

5.0
My mom is happy at Willowbrook Place and her children see the results. She is well cared for at this facility and the staff here are wonderful. I would definitely recommend Willowbrook Place to others. My one suggestion for visiting a facility is making sure that you see some of the residents. ...
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The Gardens of Green Ridge in Scranton, PA

5.0
I live here at The Gardens of Green Ridge and I am very happy here. They care about me and are very helpful. The girls in activities are wonderful. They are always there to play a game with me and others. It feels like home!

Elan Gardens, Inc. in Clarks Summit, PA

3.8
We chose Elan Gardens mainly due to the location and the price as well as the staff was very friendly. I got a lot more information from them during the tour than I did at the other facilities we looked into. Their rooms have satellite so mom has all the channels that she wants to watch. They ...
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Forest City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest City, 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 Forest City 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 Forest City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest City, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forest City 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 Forest City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest City, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
10%
50.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10%
40.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest City 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 Forest City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest City, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
12.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest City 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 Forest City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest City, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
10%
45.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10%
40.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
10%
28.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest City

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 Forest City protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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The Gardens of Green Ridge, Clarks Summit Senior Living and Willowbrook Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forest City, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 11 assisted living facilities near Forest City, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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