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Assisted living costs in West Nanticoke average about $4,409 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 125 communities in West Nanticoke. Our detailed directory has 1286 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Wilkes-Barre, Scranton and Kingston.

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.
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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My dad is doing ok since moving into Star Hill. The community is one of the cleanest I have seen in the area. The staff are friendly and help my dad with whatever he needs. They offer some activities. Dad...
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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.
Star Hill Rest Home is a senior living community located in Harvey's Lake, PA, in Lucerne County. Harvey's Lake is a waterfront borough community with a population of about 2,700 people. Residents will be able to enjoy the beautiful landscape when they take their walks and daily exercise, and can...
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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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At Fritzingertown Senior Living Center they take really good care of mom. Their communication is outstanding. The staff tell us when anything happens. They have called right away when mom falls. They notify...
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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.
Nestled in beautiful Butler Valley, Fritzingertown Senior Living Community offers the finest in Assisted and Independent Living in charming studios and one bedroom suites. Our Evergreen Residence is dedicated to providing a secure and supportive environment for residents with Alzheimer's and...
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Overall things have gone very well with The Laurels. They really impressed us during the tour, their presentation was excellent. The staff have all been very friendly and helpful and we had no problems at...
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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 Laurels Senior Living CommunityThe Laurels Senior Living Community is a senior living community located in Hazleton, PA, in Luzerne County. Hazleton is a small city with about 25,000 people. Residents will enjoy scenic city views and plenty of exercise with lots of parks, stores, shops 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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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...
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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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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 mom lives in assisted living here so I can only speak for that experience. She is very happy with the help she receives. She gets proper medical attention when she needs it and has been there for a year...
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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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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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
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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...
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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...
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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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Cost of assisted living in West Nanticoke, PA

The average cost of senior living in West Nanticoke is $4,409 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Nanticoke, PA with an average of $4,409 per month.

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

West Nanticoke, PA
$4,409/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in West Nanticoke, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,409/mo
$6,290/mo

Assisted living costs in West Nanticoke, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,747/mo
Studio
$3,655/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,724/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,742/mo

Senior living costs in West Nanticoke 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: West Nanticoke, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Nanticoke, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,409/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,290/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,565/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
West Nanticoke, PA:$4,409/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
West Nanticoke, PA:$6,290/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
West Nanticoke, PA:$2,565/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in West Nanticoke, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in West Nanticoke 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
West Nanticoke, PA$4,529/mo$4,440/mo+2.0%
Pennsylvania$5,351/mo$5,208/mo+2.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
West Nanticoke, PA
2024 average cost:$4,529/mo
2023 average cost:$4,440/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
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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 West Nanticoke, 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 West Nanticoke.

What families are saying about assisted living in West Nanticoke

Recent reviews for assisted living in West Nanticoke

Liza's House in Danielsville, PA

4.3
Pro Food is nutritious and prepared and served to please individuals...very accommodating for food and beverages. Welcoming environment Staff tends to be very pleasant and seem to care about the residents. Staff seems to know the residents. Staff members respond when concerns are brought to ...
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Nottingham Village in Northumberland, PA

5.0
I am very impressed with this center. It is beautiful with much to offer. The care is excellent. The nursing staff is wonderful. The aides do a great job and the activity director keeps it entertaining. The dining room is so elegant and the kitchen personal offer a fabulous menu to choose from. ...
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Alexandria Manor Senior Living Centers in Nazareth, PA

4.8
This community is wonderful, the staff members are great. They do offer activities, for example during the holidays they have carolers come by, and in the summer they bring in live entertainment. This community is located in a very nice are and is close to the hospital. From our understanding ...
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West Nanticoke review score based on 226 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 226 reviews of 125 West Nanticoke assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Nanticoke 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

West Nanticoke review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
West Nanticoke, PA125 facilities
8.0
Penn Forest, PA189 facilities
8.4
Bloomsburg, PA112 facilities

Review subcategories for West Nanticoke 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 226 reviews of 125 West Nanticoke assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare West Nanticoke 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.
West Nanticoke, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
3.1
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
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3.1
Activities
3.0
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3.1
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West Nanticoke assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Nanticoke assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Nanticoke, 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 West Nanticoke 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 West Nanticoke that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.6%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in West Nanticoke 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 West Nanticoke Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Nanticoke, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.4%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.8%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Nanticoke 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 West Nanticoke partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.2%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
24.8%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in West Nanticoke 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 West Nanticoke communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Nanticoke, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.8%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
13.6%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.6%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Nanticoke 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 West Nanticoke offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Nanticoke, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.2%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.2%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.4%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.2%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.8%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.8%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
32.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.2%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.8%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in West Nanticoke

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Hill Senior Community, The Gardens of Green Ridge and Spring Village at Pocono are the top-rated assisted living facilities near West Nanticoke, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 125 assisted living facilities near West Nanticoke, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in West Nanticoke, Pennsylvania is Whitehall Manor. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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