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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.
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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.
Bash's Personal Care HomeBash’s Personal Care Home is a senior living community located in historic Commodore, PA, in Indiana County with a population of just over 300 people. Residents will enjoy taking their nature walks to get exercise, and stretching their legs as the area has scenic views...
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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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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.
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My mother has bee in Rosewood Personal Care for a little over a year now. The staff are all very attentive to the needs of the residents and are also there to answer any questions the family may have. The...
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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.
Rosewood Assisted Living Community is the area's leader in quality personal care. Our spacious suites (both private and semi-private) are well appointed, and designed to convey a home-like feel. Each suite has a private bathroom, and is fully furnished. Cable television and local telephone...
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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 staff members were all very friendly, and the care services were also good. Prior to covid we would be invited to dinners, one time we went for Christmas dinner. We would recommend this community to...
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The care for my father is good. the staff is caring and attention of the community is clean. My father is happy with the variety of good meals. I like knowing that he is active with the other residents. We...
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.
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.
The senior living community of Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown, formerly the Lutheran Home at Johnstown, has been a part of the Westmont community and Johnstown area since 1960.Our continuing care facility offers Independent living, Personal Care, and Skilled Nursing. Aging in place...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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
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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 Union Furnace, PA

The average cost of senior living in Union Furnace is $4,039 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tunnelhill, PA with an average of $3,288 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Union Furnace, PA vs. nearby cities

Union Furnace, PA
$4,039/mo

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

Union Furnace, PA
$4,039/mo
U.S. national average
$4,801/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Union Furnace vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,039/mo
$5,240/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Union Furnace, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,164/mo
Studio
$5,190/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,635/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,715/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,000/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Union Furnace over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Union Furnace, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Union Furnace

Recent reviews for assisted living in Union Furnace

Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield

5.0
They have wonderful caring employees. I cannot say enough about the care my Mother is given at Colonial courtyard, in Clearfield PA. They go out of their way to make her as comfortable as possible. My Mother likes all the people that work there, and when a certain employee is off, she always ...
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The Atrium, A Choice Community in Johnstown, PA

3.6
Activities only happen in the morning. I am not a morning person. We have never had an activity off location. There has never been a therapy animal visit even though I have begged for it. I can't regulate the temperature in my room. Today the heat coming out of my wall heater was 140 degrees and ...
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The Winds at Mattern Orchard in Duncansville, PA

4.8
the staff is so friendly and helpful

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and Caring Staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and compassion displayed by the staff at the community. For instance, at Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, the staff is described as 'loving and caring' towards residents, and at Richland Woods Assisted Living, the caregivers went 'above and beyond' to ensur ...
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Engaging Activities. A variety of activities and outings keep residents active and socially engaged. At Colonial Courtyard At Bedford, the activity director organizes events like 'swatter ball' and 'happy hour', and at Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, there are frequent outings for dining and sightseeing. Famil ...
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Delicious Meals and Dining Experiences. Quality food is highlighted as a major factor in overall satisfaction with the community. At Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living, the meals are described as 'delicious', and at Colonial Courtyard Tyrone, the kitchen staff are commended for making residents 'feel like they are eating a ...
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Friendly and Inviting Atmosphere. Reviews often mention the welcoming and homelike environment of the communities. At Wynwood House at Salem Hill, the staff are described as 'working on implementing more activities and I am very happy with the level of care for my parents'. And at Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, residents ...
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Thoughtful and Individualized Care. Residents receive personalized attention to meet their specific needs. For example, at Colonial Courtyard At Bedford, the staff were commended for their accommodating nature when it comes to food, and at Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, they made sure residents felt comfortable by allowing ...
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Communication and Transparency. Families appreciate the open communication between staff and themselves. At Colonial Courtyard At Bedford, the staff kept the family informed about their loved one's activities and progress, and at McCullough Place, the community director was praised for being 'very good at her job' and answ ...
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Union Furnace review score based on 68 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 68 reviews of 73 Union Furnace assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Union Furnace 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

Union Furnace review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Union Furnace, PA73 facilities
7.1
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Petersburg, PA16 facilities

Review subcategories for Union Furnace 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 68 reviews of 73 Union Furnace assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Union Furnace 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.
Union Furnace, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Union Furnace assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union Furnace assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union Furnace, 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 Union Furnace 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 Union Furnace that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Union Furnace, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.4%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.7%
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
39.7%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.1%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.6%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Union Furnace 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 Union Furnace Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Union Furnace, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.8%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.2%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.3%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Union Furnace 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 Union Furnace partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Union Furnace, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.9%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.8%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Union Furnace 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 Union Furnace communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Union Furnace, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.5%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.1%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union Furnace 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 Union Furnace offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Union Furnace, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.5%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.5%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.6%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.1%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.7%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.7%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
31.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
19.2%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Union Furnace

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 Union Furnace protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, Richland Woods Assisted Living and Colonial Courtyard Tyrone are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Union Furnace, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

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