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Assisted living costs in Wakena average about $4,494 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 260 communities in Wakena. Our detailed directory has 2539 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Greensburg, Monroeville and Kittanning.

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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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.
Find out for yourself why more people are choosing to live at Redstone Highlands! Redstone Highlands has been providing quality living options to individuals, age 55 and better since 1980.  As a non-profit organization, Redstone Highlands makes a commitment to meet resident needs now...
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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.
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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.
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.
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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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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 aunt is doing well here at this community. She is being cared for very well. The staff is kind and helpful. It is a nice community, they do a good job with the cleanliness. They are providing her with...
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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.
When we founded Easy Living Estates in 1988, our purpose was to create assisted living and personal care facilities where residents would enjoy the most independence possible. We create a strong sense of community with other residents and staff, provide excellent daily care and specialized...
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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.
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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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Wakena, PA

The average cost of senior living in Wakena is $4,494 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kiskiminetas, PA with an average of $3,715 per month.

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

Wakena, PA
$4,494/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,494/mo
$6,763/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,227/mo
Studio
$4,628/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,029/mo

Senior living costs in Wakena 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: Wakena, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWakena, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,494/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,763/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Wakena, PA:$4,494/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Wakena, PA:$6,763/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Wakena, PA:unavailable
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wakena, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wakena 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
Wakena, PA$5,454/mo$5,161/mo+5.7%
Pennsylvania$4,791/mo$4,549/mo+5.3%
National$4,828/mo$4,595/mo+5.1%
Wakena, PA
2024 average cost:$5,454/mo
2023 average cost:$5,161/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$4,791/mo
2023 average cost:$4,549/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,828/mo
2023 average cost:$4,595/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wakena, 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 Wakena.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wakena

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wakena

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

Caring and dedicated staff. Many reviews highlight the kindness and compassion of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Juniper Village at Monroeville, the administrator is available to families, and the staff are described as friendly and helpful. At Brookdale Latrobe, staff members go above and beyond to ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered in communities. For example, at Barnes Place, residents participate in exercise classes, religious services, history lectures, music sessions, and field trips. At Newhaven Court at Lindwood, some residents stay engaged by creating arts and ...
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Clean and comfortable living spaces. Reviews frequently remark on the cleanliness and homey feel of the living spaces at several communities. At Barnes Place, residents appreciate the spacious rooms and the convenience of having a refrigerator and microwave. At Juniper Village at Monroeville, the dining area is described as res ...
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Effective communication with families. Families appreciate clear and consistent communication from communities regarding their loved ones' care. For example, at Newhaven Court at Lindwood, staff promptly respond to family inquiries, and at Juniper Village at Monroeville, the staff keep families informed about care needs and medic ...
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Welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Communities that foster a warm and inclusive environment are highly valued by residents and families. At Brookdale Latrobe, staff and residents treat each other like family, and there's a big focus on creating a welcoming atmosphere. At Barnes Place, residents mention making friends and enjo ...
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Personalized care tailored to residents' needs. Residents and families express satisfaction with the individualized care provided by communities, tailored to each resident's unique needs. For instance, at Juniper Village at Monroeville, staff assess care needs and adjust accordingly, ensuring residents receive the appropriate level of atten ...
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Wakena review score based on 642 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 642 reviews of 260 Wakena assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wakena 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

Wakena review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Wakena, PA260 facilities
8.9
Johnstown, PA29 facilities
8.3
Kiskiminetas, PA265 facilities

Review subcategories for Wakena 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 642 reviews of 260 Wakena assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wakena 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.
Wakena, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
2.9
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
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Wakena assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wakena assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wakena, 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 Wakena 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 Wakena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wakena, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.9%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.8%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.2%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Wakena 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 Wakena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wakena, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.5%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.8%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.9%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wakena 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 Wakena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wakena, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.8%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.5%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Wakena 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 Wakena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wakena, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.8%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wakena 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 Wakena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wakena, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.8%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.8%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.7%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.2%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
48%
Dances
Dances
20.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.4%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.9%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wakena

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 Wakena protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Apple Blossom Senior Living, Hemsley House of McCandless and Brookdale Mt. Lebanon are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wakena, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 260 assisted living facilities near Wakena, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Wakena, Pennsylvania is Apple Blossom Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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