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Assisted living costs in Hunter average about $4,487 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 174 communities in Hunter. Our detailed directory has 1530 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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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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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
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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
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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.
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.
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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
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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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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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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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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.
Cumberland Crossings is a senior living community located in Carlisle, PA, home to almost 19,000 people in Cumberland County. Home to the U.S. Army Military Heritage Museum, Carlisle is a small borough with row homes and quaint stores where residents can shop, run their errands and bank, or go to...
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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.
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.
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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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
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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Hunter, PA

The average cost of senior living in Hunter is $4,487 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Northumberland, PA with an average of $4,109 per month.

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

Hunter, PA
$4,487/mo
$4,355/mo

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

Hunter, PA
$4,487/mo
U.S. national average
$4,780/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,487/mo
$4,837/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,404/mo
Studio
$5,154/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,226/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,068/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,365/mo

Senior living costs in Hunter 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: Hunter, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHunter, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,487/mo$4,441/mo$4,780/mo
Memory Care$4,837/mo$5,441/mo$5,537/mo
Independent Living$3,684/mo$4,353/mo$4,187/mo
Assisted Living
Hunter, PA:$4,487/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Memory Care
Hunter, PA:$4,837/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,441/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Independent Living
Hunter, PA:$3,684/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
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Assisted living costs in Hunter, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Hunter 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hunter, PA$5,286/mo$5,017/mo+5.4%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Hunter, PA
2024 average cost:$5,286/mo
2023 average cost:$5,017/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hunter, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Hunter

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hunter

Heritage Mill Personal Care and Memory Care Residence in Tower City, PA

5.0
They are friendly and caring people. They have made my father in law feel right at home , And that in turn makes my husband and I feel at peace.

Hillside Senior Living in Montoursville, PA

3.5
They were great with getting my father-in-law in the memory care unit with very short notice. They have been very patient with taking calls from my mother-in-law. There has not been much help in getting him seen at a VA Center facility that is only 3 miles away as they would prefer he use their ...
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Nottingham Village in Northumberland, PA

5.0
I am very impressed with this center. It is beautiful with much to offer. The care is excellent. The nursing staff is wonderful. The aides do a great job and the activity director keeps it entertaining. The dining room is so elegant and the kitchen personal offer a fabulous menu to choose from. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and friendliness of the staff at their community, with several residents expressing appreciation for the individual attention they receive. At Brookdale Bloomsburg, the staff members go above and beyond to make residents feel cared for, as evidenced by a resid ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities offered at their communities, with several reviews highlighting the importance of keeping active and engaged. At Harmony at West Shore, Harmony at West Shore offers residents a number of activities, including crafts, exercises, and entertainment. ...
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Thoroughly cleaned and updated facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority at their communities, with some commenting specifically on the upkeep of both private rooms and group areas. At Juniper Village at Lebanon, Juniper Village at Lebanon is noted for its 'beautiful' appearance and 'cleanliness everywhere.' In ...
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Customized care plans. Families appreciate the individualized attention their loved ones receive at their communities, with several reviews mentioning the importance of care plans tailored to each resident's unique needs. At Legend of Lititz, the staff at Legend of Lititz create custom care plans for their residents ...
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Meals with dietary accommodations. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, staff members accommodate individual dietary restrictions and preferences, allowing residents to look forward to mealtimes every day. Simi ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Reviews often highlight the importance of open and clear communication between community staff and families, allowing everyone to stay informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Brookdale Grandon Farms, the executive director and head of medical hold monthly resident meetings, while at ...
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Hunter review score based on 408 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 408 reviews of 142 Hunter assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hunter 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

Hunter review score compared against nearby cities

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Hunter, PA142 facilities
8.5
Herndon, PA20 facilities
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Selinsgrove, PA15 facilities

Review subcategories for Hunter 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 408 reviews of 142 Hunter assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hunter 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.
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Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Hunter assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hunter assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hunter, 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 Hunter 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 Hunter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hunter, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.8%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Hunter 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 Hunter Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hunter, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hunter 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 Hunter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hunter, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.2%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
21.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.1%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Hunter 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 Hunter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hunter, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
22.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hunter 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 Hunter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hunter, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
29.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
21.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hunter

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 Hunter protect seniors.
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Juniper Village at Lebanon, Bridges of Bent Creek and Traditions of Hershey are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Hunter, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 174 assisted living facilities near Hunter, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Hunter, Pennsylvania are Traditions of Hershey and The Residence at Village Greens. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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