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Assisted living costs in Universal average about $5,842 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 261 communities in Universal. Our detailed directory has 2644 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Pittsburgh, Greensburg and Bethel Park.

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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My wife's respite stay here was done very well. The staff was attentive, friendly and they encouraged her to take part in the activities offered. Her room was nice and I felt that they took very good 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.
We are a 29 bed one story personal care home that was established in 1989. We are located in Southwestern Pennsylvania, close to town and provide quality care to residents over the age of 60. We strive to help our residents maintain their highest level of independence. We adapt our services to...
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.
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.
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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, 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.
Every day, Cambridge Falls Personal Care and Memory Care residents take part in activities that are designed to keep them happy and healthy. The community’s recreation schedule includes games, holiday celebrations, movies, and outings; there’s always an opportunity for residents to socialize 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.
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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.
Our highly trained staff is dedicated to providing a family environment where residents can lead a healthy and meaningful life. We offer both private and semi-private apartments, which include a kitchenette. Laundry facilities are also available. Residents can enjoy an afternoon of conversation...
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We chose The Wyngate because of the location and it is by a hospital which is nice. Her room size is on the smaller side, but it is adequate for what she needs. Overall, I would recommend them.
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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.
Our assisted living programs have become increasingly popular because they combine professional care with homelike surroundings, reasonable cost, attractive private or semiprivate apartments, and well balanced programs of events and activities. We provide both nurses and around-the-clock...
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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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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
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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.
Happy Hearts Senior Living is a Personal Care Home, located in Slippery Rock, PA. Happy Hearts Senior Living is located in Butler County, home to about 3,600 people, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania and North Country Brewing Company. Residents will enjoy frequenting the small shops and...
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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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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 brother has only been at Carriage Court for a short time, and I already see improvement in him. The most important thing I noticed is that he appears to be developing a bit of enthusiasm for staying awake...
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.
Carriage Manor is located in New Castle, PA. We are known for providing senior care that allows seniors to live an independent lifestyle. We provide a caring community that supports a comfortable and secure environment for our senior residents. Residents are provided with as much assistance or...
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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 Universal, PA

The average cost of senior living in Universal is $5,842 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Economy, PA with an average of $4,730 per month.

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

Universal, PA
$5,842/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,842/mo
$7,525/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,571/mo
Studio
$4,704/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,096/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,216/mo

Senior living costs in Universal 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: Universal, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUniversal, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,842/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,525/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,830/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Universal, PA:$5,842/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Universal, PA:$7,525/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Universal, PA:$3,830/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Universal, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Universal 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Universal, PA$5,297/mo$5,365/mo-1.3%
Pennsylvania$5,351/mo$5,208/mo+2.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Universal, PA
2024 average cost:$5,297/mo
2023 average cost:$5,365/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,351/mo
2023 average cost:$5,208/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Universal, 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 Universal.

What families are saying about assisted living in Universal

Recent reviews for assisted living in Universal

Vida Springs Senior Living in Monongahela, PA

5.0
The food is good. Help with showers due my disabilities is great. Place is warm in winter, cool in summer. Best is how nice the owners and their employee daughters are to all of us.

Easy Living Estates of New Stanton in Hunker, PA

4.4
We're very pleased with the care at this community with one major issue. It's a lovely place, very clean, and the staff are friendly. However, they cannot deal with any sort of intravenous care. Any sort of IV has to be done elsewhere, which may be an issue for some residents.

Transitions Healthcare Washington

5.0
At Transitions they have taken good care of my mom. They are very attentive to my mom's health and they follow up to make sure things are taken care of .It is a nice place for the money. I recommend it to anyone looking for reasonable care options. The room layout is like a hotel. They have done ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff across different communities like Juniper Village at Monroeville, Ridgecrest of McCandless, and Bayberry Place. Residents and families appreciate the kindness and attentiveness of individual staff members, such as Linda an ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Several communities including Juniper Village at Forest Hills, RC Palms, and Bayberry Place offer a wide range of activities and social opportunities to keep residents engaged and active. Activities like exercise classes, music sessions, religious services, and field trips allow residents ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities like Juniper Village at Monroeville, Ridgecrest of McCandless, and Independence Court of Monroeville, with comments about the beautiful and modern facilities. Residents appreciate the attention to detail, from the we ...
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Individualized care plans. Several reviews mention the customized care plans at communities such as RC Palms, Ridgecrest of McCandless, and Juniper Village at Monroeville. Staff members work closely with residents and their families to understand their unique needs and ensure that care plans are tailored to each ind ...
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Supportive and communicative staff. Throughout the reviews, the importance of open and consistent communication between staff and families is emphasized. Communities like RC Palms, Allegheny Place, and Juniper Village at Forest Hills prioritize regular conversations and updates, helping families feel informed and involved in ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Many reviews highlight the importance of quality meals in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At communities like Juniper Village at Monroeville, Ridgecrest of McCandless, and RC Palms, the focus is on offering delicious and nutritious meal options to accommodate various ...
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Universal review score based on 657 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 657 reviews of 261 Universal assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Universal 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

Universal review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Universal, PA261 facilities
8.5
Peters, PA128 facilities
8.0
Economy, PA130 facilities

Review subcategories for Universal 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 657 reviews of 261 Universal assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Universal 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.
Universal, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.1
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
2.9
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
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Universal assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Universal assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Universal, 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 Universal 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 Universal that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Universal, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.2%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.7%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.4%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Universal 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 Universal Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Universal, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.8%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.7%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Universal 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 Universal partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Universal, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.1%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.9%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.5%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Universal 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 Universal communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Universal, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.5%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Universal 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 Universal offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Universal, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
36%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.6%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.6%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.6%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.8%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
39.5%
48%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Universal

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 Universal protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Heritage Grove at Penn Hills, Allegheny Place and Apple Blossom Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Universal, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 261 assisted living facilities near Universal, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Universal, Pennsylvania is Apple Blossom Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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