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Assisted living costs in West Nicholson average about $3,117 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in West Nicholson. Our detailed directory has 81 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of The Gardens of Green Ridge
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I have no complaints about the Gardens of Green Ridge. The staff treats all the people with respect, and they listen to us and answer any questions we have. The food is good, a better quality than most. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Gardens of Green Ridge can be found in Scranton, the sixth largest city in Pensylvania. Counting a little over 90,000 people, Scranton is large enough to be of interest to tourism, yet small enough to have that intimate small town feel. The Gardens of Green Ridge prides itself on being a......Read more
Photo of Willowbrook Place
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9.5
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Willow brook was very nice and the employees were excellent. My only complaint was the food which at times was so bad that everyone at the table wouldn't eat it!
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Willowbrook Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community which offers high quality senior living in the borough of Clarks Summit in the northeastern mountains of Pennsylvania. Our historical town boasts homes from the early 1800s, an abundance of outdoor recreational activities and has plenty of......Read more
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I would recommend it to others. The overall care was pretty good. The majority of the staff is super nice and helpful. The facility is kept pretty clean.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Clarks Summit Senior Living is proudly owned by Five Star Quality Care. For the past 20 years our friendly and caring staff are available to assist residents 24/7. Located in the prestigious Abington's across from the Scranton Country Club. Our community's interior features beautiful woodwork and......Read more
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Good intake. Medication application Good. 1st weeks he had a lot of attention. Arranged for PT. PT stopped. Laundry is building up. Room not straightened after I was away for 3 weeks. He needs a shower...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
When the time comes that living alone is becoming a problem for you or a loved one-assisted living at Elan Gardens may be just the answer. Elan Gardens offers the best of both worlds with private apartment suites and every service imaginable right at your finger tips. Dedicated to offering a......Read more
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Our family member was very withdrawn and apprehensive about the change of his residence--had lived in the same home for 83 years! While his comfort level took several months to improve, he is a much changed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Conveniently tucked in the sheltering pines is a breath of fresh air. The Pines Senior Living is a personal care facility like no other. When it comes time to look for that extra sense of security for your loved one, The Pines is the ideal place. From personal care to Memory care, you can rest......Read more
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Gracious living is full of daily joy, happiness, and realizing the small things in life matter such as a simple smile on everyone's face. Whether it's making a heart out of a piece of paper and they...
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.
Gracious Living Estates is a 65-bed Personal Care Home in Montrose, PA. It has faithfully served the seniors of Northeast Pennsylvania since 1998. GLE meets all of the food, shelter, and personal needs of its Residents.GLE's unit mix is roughly:1/3rd Privates1/3rd Semi-Private Deluxes1/3rd......Read more
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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.
Photo of Ann S Grove Personal Care Home
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in West Nicholson, PA

The average cost of senior living in West Nicholson is $3,117 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laceyville, PA with an average of $2,196 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in West Nicholson, PA vs. nearby cities

West Nicholson, PA
$3,117/mo

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

West Nicholson, PA
$3,117/mo
U.S. national average
$4,725/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in West Nicholson vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,117/mo
$5,131/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in West Nicholson, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,091/mo
Studio
$5,147/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,644/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,600/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in West Nicholson over time

West Nicholson, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in West Nicholson, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in West Nicholson

Recent reviews for assisted living in West Nicholson

Star Hill Rest Home in Harveys Lake, PA

4.5
My mom has been there for years she has always been treated like family I would recommend this personal care home to anyone

Serenity Care Wyoming

5.0
I would definitely recommend the place. I want to thank A Place For Mom for helping me. I was so mixed up and didn't no what to do for my cousin. He couldn't go back to his house and my husband suggested I call you. I just want to thank you all for your kindness, and patience.

Serenity Care Old Forge

5.0
The staff welcomed you as family. Very kind & professional. Would highly recommend this facility. They are also remodeling the whole building. New furniture, paint etc. While the other places were good, Serenity was the welcoming of everyone. They spent a lot of initial time answering all ...
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West Nicholson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Nicholson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Nicholson, 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 Nicholson 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 Nicholson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Nicholson, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Nicholson 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 Nicholson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Nicholson, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Nicholson 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 Nicholson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Nicholson, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
15.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West Nicholson 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 Nicholson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Nicholson, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Nicholson 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 Nicholson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Nicholson, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
30.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
45.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in West Nicholson

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 West Nicholson protect seniors.

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The Gardens of Green Ridge, Willowbrook Place and Serenity Care Wyoming are the top-rated assisted living facilities near West Nicholson, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

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