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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Hecla, PA
Assisted living costs in Hecla average about $3,655 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 33 communities in Hecla. Our detailed directory has 336 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 loved one is currently a resident at Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and the experience has been great so far. It's a great facility, I have no complaints. The staff is very good. My loved one's care is top...
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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All 5.... my sister-in-law initially went to another facility and it did not have a secure unit. Luckily, we called a place for mom and was given a few references and one of them was Heritage Hill and we...
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.
Heritage Hill Senior Community is located in scenic Weatherly, Pennsylvania with beautiful views of the Pocono Mountains. Personal care and dementia are the two communities that we provide care for. We ensure that our residents get round the clock individual care. In our personal care program, we...
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66 reviews
I have seen many assisted living facilities and when you walk in the door to Maple Shade Meadows you can just feel the vibe of kindness. There is a large staff that is on top of everything. I’m relieved Mom...
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.
MapleShade offers Personal Care and A Secured Dementia Unit. Please call for details.When it comes to Peace and Tranquility, MapleShade Meadows cannot be beat! Our one floor Senior Living Community is located along a picturesque creek in a meadow in the quiet town of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania....
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Med nurses were using clipboards and making check marks after they had filled the meds for a room. No other nurse then did a doublecheck on what they did. Again, I worked at a nursing home where the meds...
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.
Enlivant communities were founded on the premise that not only would we provide stellar care for our residents but we would make it affordable as well. We offer a full range of amenities from 24/7 personal care to excellent dining and a full activities calendar. We provide our residents with the...
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They are doing great things for my grandmother. She likes her newly remodeled suite and is getting much better care there, then she did in the past. She loves the activities, staff and her "friends."
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.
Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Fleetwood, PA is the Evans Retirement Center whom has proudly served the Berks/Lehigh Counties since 1984. Our home is owned and operated by two generations of the Evans family. We are known for our small homelike and family like atmosphere. And we know how to...
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4 reviews
The main reason we chose Berks Leisure Living was because the facility is close to family. The thing that sticks out the most is the very nice people here.
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.
Berks Leisure Living is here for your senior housing needs with affordable, spacious apartments. We offer private and semi-private rooms, complete with furniture if you so desire. We encourage individuality in our residents through activities and personal care needs.We invite you to tour our...
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When I toured At home At Parkland for my Mom I was impressed at the more personal care they offered for someone with limited abilities, and the price was more reasonable than most for the care they offer....
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.
At Home at Parkland was founded with the primary goal of providing individualized care in a small Personal Care Home Community setting. As a Home Care and Hospice provider in Eastern Pennsylvania for 12 years we were surprised by how few options were available for those requiring specialized...
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.
Weston Senior Living Center at PinebrookWeston Senior Living Center at Pinebrook is a senior living community located in Orwigsburg, PA, in Schuylkill County and is home to just over 3,000 people. Residents can enjoy nature walks, small town living, getting out for daily exercise, or relaxing in...
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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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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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Overall our experience with Edgemont Lodge was a very good one. The staff here is very attentive, friendly, and respectful towards the residents. The facility itself is always kept very clean and nice...
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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.
It is our philosophy at Edgemont Lodge Assisted Living/Personal Care Home to promote independence through self-determination. Our residents receive individual attention to their specific needs with an emphasis on rehabilitation. Our foremost concern at Edgemont is the comfort, health and...
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Luther Ridge has provided my mom with the most amazing care and attention. She is thriving here-- a changed person. My only regret is that we didn't get her in sooner. I am deeply appreciative of all of...
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.
Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill is a senior living community located in Pottsville, PA, in Schuylkill County and home to just over 14,000 people. Pottsville is a fun, small city with mountain views, and lots of small stores and restaurants. Residents will enjoy going for nature walks, getting out to...
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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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 owners and staff are very pleasant and helpful. When my parents went to see Pleasant Trees my father was very impressed with the owner's personality. Both my parents chose Pleasant Trees over another...
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.
Pleasant Trees is located in Carbon County’s lush countryside, situated on 5 beautifully landscaped acres at the base of the Blue Mountains. Our philosophy is based on a firm belief that independence is the key to a rewarding and enjoyable life. It is the mission of Pleasant Trees to provide an...
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.
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.
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Our loved one receives good care here and really likes it. She says there's no place like home, but this is a nice place to be if she can't be at home. Because it's smaller, you get a little more...
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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.
Distinctive personal care in a warm family environment staffed by competent and knowledgeable caregivers. ?Established in 1994 ?Centrally located ?Licensed by the State of Pennsylvania ?Twenty-four-hour management by licensed staff ?Respite/Short Term care
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.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Hecla, PA
The average cost of senior living in Hecla is $3,655 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mechanicsville, PA with an average of $3,262 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hecla, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Hecla
Recent reviews for assisted living in Hecla
Country Meadows of Allentown
5.0
As my mother began to decline a few years ago, I began looking for a retirement community for her. I visited about ten communities in the Lehigh Valley. It was apparent from the beginning that Country Meadows is special. My mother was very reluctant to leave her home but she quickly adjusted ...
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Country Meadows Of Wyomissing I
5.0
Well I could write a book, but will keep it short as to not run out of space. My mother in law was in Country Meadows several years ago. I loved it then, and I love it now! After my dad passed we moved my mother, who is 92, from her home in Lancaster into the personal care unit in ...
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Sacred Heart Villa in Reading, PA
5.0
We haven't been able to visit since COVID, they have been very receptive. It is a smaller community which makes it more intimate, and the staff members have more time to spend with the residents. From our understanding they have a variety of rooms to choose from. Our loved one says the food is ...
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Communication between families and staff. Several reviews mention the importance of clear and effective communication between families and staff to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Maidencreek Place, families appreciate the responsiveness of the administration when they call, while reviews for Maple Shad ...
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Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and approachability of the staff members, making the transition to senior living a positive experience for residents and their families. At Heritage Hill Senior Community, staff are described as thoughtful and compassionate in their care, and at Maple Shade Me ...
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Varied activities and engaging social events. Activities play a vital role in keeping residents engaged and active in their new living environment. At Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living, MapleShade Meadows offers a range of activities to cater to residents' interests, from music and games to parties and physical therapy sessions. Similarly ...
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Thoughtfully planned meals and dining experiences. Quality meals and dining experiences are essential for residents' overall satisfaction with their living situation. At Heritage Hill Senior Community, Heritage Hill's thoughtful meal planning earns rave reviews, while Maple Shade Meadows Senior Livings MapleShade Meadows ensures residents re ...
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Well-maintained facilities and surroundings. Residents and their families value cleanliness and upkeep when it comes to their living environment. At Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living, MapleShade Meadows takes pride in maintaining a neat and well-kept facility for their residents, while Maidencreek Places Maidencreek Place boasts a clea ...
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Individually tailored care and attention. Individualized care is essential for ensuring residents receive the best possible care and attention. At Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living, MapleShade Meadows caters to residents' unique needs, while Keystone Villa at Fleetwoods Keystone Villa offers personalized assistance and support for t ...
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Hecla review score based on 76 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 76 reviews of 26 Hecla assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Hecla 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
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Review subcategories for Hecla 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 76 reviews of 26 Hecla assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hecla 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.Hecla, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
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Hecla assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hecla assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hecla, 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 Hecla 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 Hecla that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hecla, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
34.6%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.9%
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
38.5%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.9%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Hecla 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 Hecla Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hecla, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30.8%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.4%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.4%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.8%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hecla 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 Hecla partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hecla, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.5%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Hecla 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 Hecla communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hecla, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.2%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hecla 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 Hecla offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hecla, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.2%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.6%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.9%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.2%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.2%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.9%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hecla
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 Hecla protect seniors.
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Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Heritage Hill Senior Community and Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Hecla, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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