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Assisted living costs in Gelatt average about $3,189 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 75 communities in Gelatt. Our detailed directory has 593 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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My sister and her husband have been living at Plymouth Manor for over a year. I can not say enough good words about the staff, and the kind care that my family members have received. The staff has always...
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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.
Plymouth Manor Personal Care Center is a 40 bed personal care home located in Plymouth, PA. Unlike national or regional operators, our owner is present daily and our occupancy rate is amongst the highest in Luzerne County, PA because of our dedicated staff and management. Providing three...
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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.
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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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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
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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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.
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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.
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My mom lives in assisted living here so I can only speak for that experience. She is very happy with the help she receives. She gets proper medical attention when she needs it and has been there for a year...
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
First Choice, a licensed Personal Care Home located in beautiful Lake Ariel, PA is just minutes from interstate 84. Our staff takes pride in being able to provide a beautiful home to our Senior population. We have a small personalized care home with 14 brand new , beautiful suites. With...
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My dad is doing ok since moving into Star Hill. The community is one of the cleanest I have seen in the area. The staff are friendly and help my dad with whatever he needs. They offer some activities. Dad...
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.
Star Hill Rest Home is a senior living community located in Harvey's Lake, PA, in Lucerne County. Harvey's Lake is a waterfront borough community with a population of about 2,700 people. Residents will be able to enjoy the beautiful landscape when they take their walks and daily exercise, and can...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Gelatt, PA

The average cost of senior living in Gelatt is $3,189 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clarks Summit, PA with an average of $3,152 per month.

Assisted living costs in Gelatt, PA, vs. nearby cities

Gelatt, PA
$3,189/mo
$3,361/mo

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

Gelatt, PA
$3,189/mo
U.S. national average
$4,881/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,189/mo
$5,213/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,497/mo
Studio
$4,644/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,154/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,748/mo

Senior living costs in Gelatt 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: Gelatt, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGelatt, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,189/mo$4,531/mo$4,881/mo
Memory Care$5,213/mo$5,538/mo$5,615/mo
Independent Living$3,479/mo$4,476/mo$4,330/mo
Assisted Living
Gelatt, PA:$3,189/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,881/mo
Memory Care
Gelatt, PA:$5,213/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,538/mo
U.S.:$5,615/mo
Independent Living
Gelatt, PA:$3,479/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,476/mo
U.S.:$4,330/mo
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Assisted living costs in Gelatt, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Gelatt 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gelatt, PA$4,274/mo$3,992/mo+7.1%
Pennsylvania$5,293/mo$5,111/mo+3.6%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Gelatt, PA
2024 average cost:$4,274/mo
2023 average cost:$3,992/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,293/mo
2023 average cost:$5,111/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gelatt, 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 Gelatt.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gelatt

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gelatt

Star Hill Rest Home in Harveys Lake, PA

4.5
My mom has been there for years she has always been treated like family I would recommend this personal care home to anyone

Oakwood Terrace in Moosic, PA

4.9
When the situation arose that I knew I needed to place my mom in a specialized care facility. "A Place for Mom" was a lifesaver and comfort to me. They provided me with many choices of facilities helped to set up appts, and the staff was kind and compassionate. They helped me find this ...
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Highland Park Senior Living in Wilkes-Barre Township, PA

4.0
My mother is in the memory care portion of this community. So far everything is working out pretty well. I feel she is, and in good hands. They have a good staff, and they are very friendly when I visit. They provide nice meals for the residents. They could offer more activities in the memory ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and compassion of the staff at various communities. Residents and their families appreciate the personal relationships developed with caregivers, such as at The Gardens of Green Ridge, where everyone is treated like family, and at Twin Cedar Senior Living, w ...
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Varied activities to encourage socialization. Several communities offer a range of activities designed to keep residents engaged and active. For example, at Elderwood Village at Vestal, residents enjoy daily activities like arts and crafts, spiritual times of all faiths, and constant activity options. At The Gardens of Green Ridge, acti ...
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Professional and attentive care. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of quality care in ensuring a positive living experience for seniors. For instance, at The Gardens of Green Ridge, staff work tirelessly to keep residents safe and well cared for, and at Clarks Summit Senior Living, they are diligent in ensuring resi ...
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Home-like atmosphere. Many communities create a warm and inviting atmosphere, making residents feel at home. At The Gardens of Green Ridge, the staff maintains a homelike atmosphere where residents look forward to coming back each day, and at Twin Cedar Senior Living, the intimate size and caring staff contribute ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Clarks Summit Senior Living, the meals are carefully prepared to accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, and at Briarwood Senior Living, the food is consistently described as ...
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Effective communication between families and staff. Clear communication between families and staff is essential for peace of mind and ensuring care needs are met. At Brookdale Castle Gardens, the staff makes sure families are kept informed, and at Tiffany Court at Kingston, regular meetings between senior residents and their loved ones help m ...
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Gelatt review score based on 138 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 138 reviews of 63 Gelatt assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gelatt 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

Gelatt review score compared against nearby cities

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Gelatt, PA63 facilities
8.0
Union Dale, PA74 facilities
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Starrucca, PA65 facilities

Review subcategories for Gelatt 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 138 reviews of 63 Gelatt assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gelatt 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.
Gelatt, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
3.8
Friendliness
4.2
3.8
Care services
3.9
3.5
Staff
4.1
3.7
Meals & dining
3.8
3.4
Activities
3.9
3.4
Value for cost*
3.9
3.4
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Gelatt assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gelatt assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gelatt, 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 Gelatt 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 Gelatt that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gelatt, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.1%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.2%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
49.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.2%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Gelatt 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 Gelatt Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gelatt, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.5%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.7%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gelatt 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 Gelatt partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gelatt, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.4%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.9%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Gelatt 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 Gelatt communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gelatt, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
12.7%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
1.6%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gelatt 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 Gelatt offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gelatt, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
27%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.7%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.5%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.9%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.5%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
31.7%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
17.5%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.5%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.7%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gelatt

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 Gelatt protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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