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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gap, PA
Assisted living costs in Gap average about $4,840 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 29 communities in Gap. Our detailed directory has 105 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as West Chester, Reading and Chester Springs.
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Last Updated: 8/19/24
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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 Gap, PA
The average cost of senior living in Gap is $4,840 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denver, PA with an average of $4,295 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gap, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gap vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Gap, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Gap over time
Gap, PAPA stateNational
Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gap, PA
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Private income options in Pennsylvania
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VA benefits in Pennsylvania
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gap
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gap
The Villa St Elizabeth in Reading, PA
5.0
Two months ago, my mother was living by herself in a first floor apartment. Things were going pretty good for a while and it took her some time to adjust to the fact that at 72 years old, it was time to retire. She has had 2 major lung surgeries that put her in a rehabilitation hospital for ...
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Legend of Lancaster
4.1
Overall happy with the care my mom has received so far. Frustrations around the continued turn over of the cleaning staff & having to ask for her apartment to be cleaned. The food is bad - proteins & veggies are over cooked. Laundry used to be good, but new process is lacking.
Millcroft Living in Newark, DE
4.5
The assisted living staff are excellent. Caring, attentive, patient, and friendly.
Parking can be a pain is the only really negative thing I would say.
The room sizes are good, my mom is happy with it.
The last question is not a knock on Millcroft, its just the absurd costs of elderly care ...
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Gap review score based on 37 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 37 reviews of 25 Gap assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gap 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
Gap review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Gap 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 37 reviews of 25 Gap assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gap 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.Gap, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Gap assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gap assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gap, 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 Gap 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 Gap that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gap, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36%
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
40%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gap 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 Gap Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gap, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gap 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 Gap partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gap, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
24%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Gap 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 Gap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gap, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
12%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gap 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 Gap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gap, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
24%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
8%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gap
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 Gap protect seniors.
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