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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Pocono, PA
Assisted living costs in Pocono average about $3,491 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 15 communities in Pocono. Our detailed directory has 190 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 Mount Pocono, Nazareth and Bath.
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9.9
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124 reviews
The facility is award winning in the area and I can't say enough about the staff. They are so caring and friendly. They really go the extra mile. A real game changer for us is that my mom is allowed to have...
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.
Spring Village at Pocono is a senior living community located in the lovely hamlet of East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. This gorgeous senior living community is also situated right in the midst of the scenic and breathtaking Pocono Mountain area is the northern region of Pennsylvania. This places...
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9.9
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27 reviews
I toured Briarwood looking for a home for my grandma. I was impressed not only with how clean and nice it was but how curious staff was.
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 Briarwood Senior Living we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our number one goal is to put your safety and comfort at the top of our list. Our attention to detail and desire to please will never go unnoticed. Our highly trained staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days...
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8.0
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10 reviews
We were welcomed with open arms. Staff and residents are so friendly and helpful. Moms room is cozy and she has adjusted well. Great place to keep busy as well. Dining room has delicious food and the...
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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7.7
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12 reviews
Walden III is a great place. My mom really likes it there. The staff is helpful and friendly. Mom doesn't eat on the common area she is still able to cook for herself. Since mom live in the part of the...
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.
Walden III at Wind GapWalden III at Wind Gap is a senior living community located in Wind Gap, PA, in Northampton County. Wind Gap is a small borough with beautiful mountain views in the Lehigh Valley with a lot of parks, outdoor recreational facilities, restaurants, stores and shops. Residents...
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My sister in law was welcomed with open arms and warm smiles. The staff is so giving, always ready to provide whatever is needed. The food was served in two different sittings for each meal and residents...
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.
Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home is a licensed personal care facility nestled in the scenic Cherry Valley of the Pocono Mountains. The home is quiet and remote, yet minutes from the Pocono Hospital, shopping and banking in Stroudsburg. The owners and management of Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home...
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13 reviews
The facility is very homey and it's very clean. The staff is amazing. So patient and wonderful. My mom has been quite difficult through this transition and they're just fantastic. Housekeeping is also...
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.
Our property is located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. It has beautiful landscaped lawns with a courtyard and gazebo. There is a scenic walking path which is handicap accessible. There are plenty of parking spaces for residents' vehicles and for family and friends to...
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Its a quaint community with more personal attention. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. They have lots of activities for the residents to participate in. I would recommend this...
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.
For over twenty years we have been proud to present this unique concept in assisted living and independent living for older adults, in a beautiful country setting. It is our aim to provide you with the services and programs you need to maintain independent, dignified living. Our staff is...
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.
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I was very impressed with the staff at Wesley. They are attentive to the residents, and extremely nice in their attitude. They quickly identified some issues with my mother after we moved her to the secure...
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.
Wesley Enhanced Living at Chestnut Hill Manor provides worry-free assisted living and dementia care, with a full range of amenities that enhance daily living. And, with our location in the magnificently scenic Pocono Mountains, Wesley Enhanced Living at Chestnut Hill Manor has a desirable...
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
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.
The Brookside Personal Care Home, located in South Sterling, PA is a personal care home committed to providing its residents with a setting where they can continue their independnt lifestyle. We are a 24 bed facility, where residents receive personalized attention by the professional staff who...
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 Pocono, PA
The average cost of senior living in Pocono is $3,491 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include White Haven, PA with an average of $2,803 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Pocono, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Pocono
Recent reviews for assisted living in Pocono
The Palmerton
4.0
The Palmerton community is very nice and welcoming for seniors that can get around well. However for higher level of care such as level E that my father had, I would not recommend it there. This is due to lack of responsiveness and follow thru of nursing staff.
Renee S Countryside Farm Personal Care Home in Palmerton, PA
5.0
Paula and all her great staff truly are heaven sent. For whatever reason a family member needs to seek out living in a place other than home, the main issue is will they feel comfortable, safe and happy. At Renee's our family member and the rest of us and friends feel this was the perfect ...
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Walden III in Wind Gap, PA
5.0
Our visits with residents shows us there is a lot of caring and concern from all the staff. Everyone is very friendly and the atmosphere is pleasant and it feels like it's more personal for everyone.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff across various communities. At Spring Village at Pocono, families praise the staff for their kindness and dedication to providing excellent care, and at Getz Personal Care Home Inc, even the workers express compassion t ...
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Delicious food and dining experiences. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Spring Village at Pocono, residents and their families look forward to mealtimes, while at Briarwood Senior Living, the food is described as delicious and accommodating dietary restrictions.
Supportive and accommodating environment. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers and staff, making the transition to assisted living easier for residents and their families. At Spring Village at Pocono, the staff went above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome and accommodated.
Engaging and diverse activities. Activities offer residents the opportunity to socialize and stay engaged. Residents at Spring Village at Pocono enjoy bingo, happy hours, and concerts, while at Briarwood Senior Living, they appreciate the quiet country setting and tight-knit environment.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. At Spring Village at Pocono, the facility is described as clean and nicely decorated, while at Getz Personal Care Home Inc, housekeeping is praised for keeping hoarders' rooms clean and tidy.
Proactive and responsive staff. Families appreciate the proactive and responsive nature of the staff, who go the extra mile to address concerns and provide excellent care. At Spring Village at Pocono, staff members are praised for their problem-solving skills and follow-through.
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Pocono review score based on 46 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 46 reviews of 14 Pocono assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Pocono 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 Pocono 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 46 reviews of 14 Pocono assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Pocono 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.Pocono, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.6
4.1
Activities
4.7
4.1
Value for cost*
4.6
4.1
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Pocono assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pocono assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pocono, 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 Pocono 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 Pocono that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pocono, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.3%
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
57.1%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Pocono 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 Pocono Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pocono, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pocono 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 Pocono partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pocono, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Pocono 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 Pocono communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pocono, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
35.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pocono 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 Pocono offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pocono, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pocono
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 Pocono protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Briarwood Senior Living, Spring Village at Pocono and Country Meadows Of Forks are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Pocono, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 15 assisted living facilities near Pocono, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Pocono, Pennsylvania are Briarwood Senior Living and Spring Village at Pocono. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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