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Assisted living costs in Forward average about $5,842 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 246 communities in Forward. Our detailed directory has 2595 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Pittsburgh, Greensburg and Bethel Park.

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
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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.
St. Anne’s is nestled in a tranquil, wooded area near Raccoon creek State park just off of highway 60. Located in south –Eastern Beaver County, We are one of the largest and most economical Personal Care Home in the North-Western Pittsburgh area. It is owned and managed by a physician led team...
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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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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, 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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We chose The Wyngate because of the location and it is by a hospital which is nice. Her room size is on the smaller side, but it is adequate for what she needs. Overall, I would recommend them.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Our assisted living programs have become increasingly popular because they combine professional care with homelike surroundings, reasonable cost, attractive private or semiprivate apartments, and well balanced programs of events and activities. We provide both nurses and around-the-clock...
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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.
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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He seems to like it here and says it is cleaner than the other place he was at. The staff is friendlier here and attentive to his needs. They serve 3 very good meals a day. They try to engage him to join the...
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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.
Colonial Gardens Guest House Colonial Gardens Guest House is a senior living community located in Butler, PA, which is in Butler County and home to just over 13,800 people. Residents will enjoy getting daily exercise walking through this beautiful city with its park-like settings, going to local...
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Photo of Woodland Hills Assisted Living
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.
Beaver Meadows, located at the former site of the Tusca Drive-In in Brighton Township, is Beaver County’s newest assisted living community. Owned by HAP Senior Care, Inc., a Beaver-based organization, Beaver Meadows is the only locally owned and managed non-profit assisted living community in...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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.
Meadows ManorMeadows Manor is a senior living community located in Butler, PA, in Butler County. Butler is a small city close to Pittsburgh with about 14,000 people. Residents will be able to enjoy scenic walks to get exercise and will be close to a lot of great shops, stores, restaurants and...
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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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The caregivers are very compassionate and caring. They shower the patients on a regular basis and change them regularly. I would absolutely recommend this facility to anyone. The only con is there's a...
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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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.
Breezy Point Senior care is owned and operated by a Licensed Practical Nurse.  We have qualified staff and our goal is to provide top quality care in Indiana County, Pennsylvania.  We provide three home cooked meals and snacks daily along with a variety of home made baked goods.  We offer private...
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My husband is here and I now have peace of mind. He is so well taken care of. The home cooked meals have made him gain weight and the music and socialization with the staff has made his personality come out...
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.
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, 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.
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.
Smith's Personal Care Home is a personal care home community in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania.For more detailed information about amenities, features and services, or to schedule an appointment, please call (866) 344-4946.

Cost of assisted living in Forward, PA

The average cost of senior living in Forward is $5,842 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Union, PA with an average of $4,079 per month.

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

Forward, PA
$5,842/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,842/mo
$7,525/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,571/mo
Studio
$4,704/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,096/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,216/mo

Senior living costs in Forward 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: Forward, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForward, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,842/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,525/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,830/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Forward, PA:$5,842/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Forward, PA:$7,525/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Forward, PA:$3,830/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Forward, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Forward 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 average 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Forward, PA$5,297/mo$5,365/mo-1.3%
Pennsylvania$5,351/mo$5,208/mo+2.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Forward, PA
2024 average cost:$5,297/mo
2023 average cost:$5,365/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,351/mo
2023 average cost:$5,208/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forward, 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 Forward.

What families are saying about assisted living in Forward

Recent reviews for assisted living in Forward

Vida Springs Senior Living 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.

Transitions Healthcare Washington

5.0
At Transitions they have taken good care of my mom. They are very attentive to my mom's health and they follow up to make sure things are taken care of .It is a nice place for the money. I recommend it to anyone looking for reasonable care options. The room layout is like a hotel. They have done ...
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Forward review score based on 643 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 643 reviews of 246 Forward assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Forward 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

Forward review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Forward, PA246 facilities
8.4
Pittsburgh, PA254 facilities
8.3
Cumberland, PA184 facilities

Review subcategories for Forward 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 643 reviews of 246 Forward assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forward 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.
Forward, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
2.9
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
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Forward assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forward assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forward, 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 Forward 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 Forward that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forward, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.5%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.6%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.5%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Forward 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 Forward Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forward, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.4%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forward 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 Forward partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forward, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.4%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.4%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Forward 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 Forward communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forward, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forward 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 Forward offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forward, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
37%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.6%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.9%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.5%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.8%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
40.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
21.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.4%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forward

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 Forward protect seniors.
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Oasis at Elizabeth, Vida Springs Senior Living and Apple Blossom Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forward, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 246 assisted living facilities near Forward, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Forward, Pennsylvania is Apple Blossom Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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