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Assisted living costs in South Tamaqua average about $3,889 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 20 communities in South Tamaqua. Our detailed directory has 166 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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33 Floor plans available
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Heritage Hill was a wonderful place and took very good care of my wife. They easily get 5 stars. The staff are caring. They try to have good activities. Very clean and dinning room very nice. Food is good.
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.
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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All I can say is great job the the nurses [names removed] they to such an awesome job taking care of the residents at Maple Shade words and not express how much of an impact you make on each and every...
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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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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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...
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.
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...
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, 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.
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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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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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...
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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, Home 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.
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
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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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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...
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.
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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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 South Tamaqua, PA

The average cost of senior living in South Tamaqua is $3,889 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hazleton, PA with an average of $3,025 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Tamaqua, PA vs. nearby cities

South Tamaqua, PA
$3,889/mo
$3,576/mo
$3,590/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Tamaqua, PA vs. the state and national average

South Tamaqua, PA
$3,889/mo
U.S. national average
$4,801/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Tamaqua vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,889/mo
$5,319/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Tamaqua, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,078/mo
Studio
$4,080/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,739/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in South Tamaqua over time

South Tamaqua, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Tamaqua, 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 South Tamaqua.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Tamaqua

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Tamaqua

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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The Laurels Senior Living Community in Hazleton, PA

4.8
This is a very nice community, and it is the location we selected for my Mom. I'm familiar with some of the staff and residents, so I knew it would be a good place for her. Everyone is friendly, and it is very clean. I'd like it if they had a bit more coverage for activities, but based on the ...
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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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South Tamaqua assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Tamaqua assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Tamaqua, 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 Tamaqua 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 Tamaqua that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Tamaqua, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
18.8%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
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
25%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Tamaqua 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 Tamaqua Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Tamaqua, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
18.8%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
12.5%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Tamaqua 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 Tamaqua partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Tamaqua, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Tamaqua 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 Tamaqua communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Tamaqua, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
6.3%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Tamaqua 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 Tamaqua offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Tamaqua, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.3%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.8%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
12.5%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.3%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.8%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
18.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Tamaqua

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 Tamaqua protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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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 South Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

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