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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Forest Hills, PA
Assisted living costs in Forest Hills average about $4,485 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 53 communities in Forest Hills. Our detailed directory has 706 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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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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While no facility is perfect, Fair Oaks comes very close. I think a big reason for this is that it's not a "for profit" facility like most others, so the management can focus on ensuring that the residents...
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.
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.
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My brother is now living at the Gracious Living Personal Care Home. He enjoys the location (he has many connections to Pittsburgh, and Gracious Living is conveniently located), and is well taken care of by...
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 Forest Hills, PA
The average cost of senior living in Forest Hills is $4,485 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East McKeesport, PA with an average of $3,541 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest Hills, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest Hills, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest Hills vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Forest Hills, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Forest Hills over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forest Hills, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Forest Hills
Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest Hills
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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and attentive staff Reviews frequently mention the friendly and attentive nature of the staff at various communities, including Abode Care of Monroeville, The Palms at O'Neil, and Ridgecrest. Families appreciate the staff's eagerness to help and their dedication to ensuring residents' comfort and well-being.
Nice and clean facilities Several reviews highlight the cleanliness and attractiveness of the communities, such as Overlook Green Senior Living, Juniper Village at Forest Hills, and Celebration Villa of South Hills. Families express satisfaction with the facilities' upkeep and appreciate the efforts made to create ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities Communities like The Palms at O'Neil, Schenley Gardens, and Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park offer a range of activities and social opportunities, keeping residents engaged and active. Residents enjoy movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes, among other offerings.
Accommodating to residents' needs Residents' needs are a priority at various communities, as highlighted in reviews for Overlook Green Senior Living, Ridgecrest, and Juniper Village at Forest Hills. Staff members adapt to individual preferences and accommodations to ensure residents receive the care they need.
Delicious and customized meals Reviews consistently praise the quality of the food at numerous communities, including The Palms at O'Neil, Ridgecrest, and Brookdale Mt. Lebanon. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring mealtimes are enjoyable experiences for residents.
Effective communication with families Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is crucial for residents' well-being, as noted in reviews for Juniper Village at Monroeville, The Palms at O'Neil, and Ridgecrest. Families appreciate updates about their loved ones' care and feel reassured knowing they are info ...
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Forest Hills review score based on 159 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 159 reviews of 53 Forest Hills assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Forest Hills 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
Forest Hills review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Forest Hills 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 159 reviews of 53 Forest Hills assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forest Hills 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.Forest Hills, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Forest Hills assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Hills assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Hills, 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 Hills 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 Hills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest Hills, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49.1%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.7%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.5%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.2%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.4%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Forest Hills 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 Hills Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest Hills, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
49.1%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.5%
31.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest Hills 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 Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Hills, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.1%
26.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34%
39.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Hills, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34%
30.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
24.5%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.1%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Hills 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 Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Hills, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.5%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.4%
30.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34%
29.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.8%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.1%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.1%
33.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.1%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.4%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
43.4%
46.1%
Dances
Dances
28.3%
29%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.4%
45%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest Hills
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 Hills protect seniors.
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