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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Buffalo, PA
Assisted living costs in South Buffalo average about $4,854 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 21 communities in South Buffalo. Our detailed directory has 77 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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I recommend it to everyone that I meet. I've taken their brochures to our Area Agency on Aging and have them put out where people could see them and pick one on. I have nothing but great things to say about...
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.
As of February 20, 2020 Magnolia Place of Saxonburg is under new local ownership and management.Located in the quaint Borough of Saxonburg and inspired by its deep roots and charm, Magnolia Place of Saxonburg blends assisted care and services with tradition and a bridge through time for those in...
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This facility has all private rooms in memory care. The layout for the units is good for the residents, that was one of the main reasons we chose this facility over others we looked into.
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.
Locally owned and managed, The Seasons of Saxonburg provides assisted care and memory care services for your loved ones. Nestled in the quaint borough of Saxonburg, The Seasons has close ties to the community.The Seasons offers on-site 24 hours nursing staff availability and personal care...
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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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 husband is here and I now have peace of mind. He is so well taken care of. The home cooked meals have made him gain weight and the music and socialization with the staff has made his personality come out...
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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, 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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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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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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Everyone at Melody Manor has been great. How they work with my dad and take a personal interest has made a very difficult thing to do, a little easier. Melody Manor is very clean.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Melody Manor Personal Care Home was started 27 years ago and has been family owned and operated since then. We are a 43 bed facility offering semi-private and private rooms. Each room is decorated in a style that offers warmth and comfort. We have trained and qualified staff members that work...
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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This personal care home is a small family style residential facility that is ideal for my parents. The owner and his staff attend to the medication needs. The rural setting is ideal because it is still close...
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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 think Applewood is a very nice place it is well kept the people that work there is very nice and they help you out if you ask them for anything my mom has to get adjusted there since she was very...
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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 Applewood our aim is to make a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we care for by providing high-quality , professional services and sincere friendships to each of our residents.Local family owned and operated for 20 years.Affordable ratesNo tier pricing - Monthly rent includes,...
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Cost of assisted living in South Buffalo, PA
The average cost of senior living in South Buffalo is $4,854 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Worthington, PA with an average of $2,735 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Buffalo, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Buffalo, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Buffalo vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Buffalo, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in South Buffalo over time
South Buffalo, PAPA stateNational
Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Buffalo, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in South Buffalo
Recent reviews for assisted living in South Buffalo
Brookdale Penn Hills
5.0
It's outstanding. The staff is exceptional, kind and caring. A great place for my friend[name removed] They offer personal care, housekeeping, laundry, food services medication administration and social/physical activities.
The Seasons of Saxonburg
4.5
This facility went out of their way to put up guide signs, etc. to assist Mom in staying 'independent' (not on dementia floor) as long as possible. They were also very aware of her signs of progression and took as much time as we wanted to discuss things with us.
Grace Manor at North Park in Allison Park, PA
5.0
Very special new Administrator and head nurse. Very happy
South Buffalo assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Buffalo assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Buffalo, 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 South Buffalo 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 South Buffalo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Buffalo, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.6%
51.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.1%
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
26.3%
56.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.8%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.6%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Buffalo 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 South Buffalo Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Buffalo, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
26.3%
50.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10.5%
31.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.1%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Buffalo 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 South Buffalo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Buffalo, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.5%
39.4%
No sugar
No sugar
10.5%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in South Buffalo 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 South Buffalo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Buffalo, PANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.5%
41.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Buffalo 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 South Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Buffalo, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
10.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.5%
30.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.3%
29.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.3%
49.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
15.8%
48.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.8%
51.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
5.3%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.3%
33.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.3%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10.5%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
10.5%
46%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.3%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
5.3%
44.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Buffalo
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 South Buffalo protect seniors.
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