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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Wilkinsburg, PA
Assisted living costs in Wilkinsburg average about $4,239 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 71 communities in Wilkinsburg. Our detailed directory has 769 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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While no facility is perfect, Fair Oaks comes very close. I think a big reason for this is that it's not a "for profit" facility like most others, so the management can focus on ensuring that the residents...
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.
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My brother is now living at the Gracious Living Personal Care Home. He enjoys the location (he has many connections to Pittsburgh, and Gracious Living is conveniently located), and is well taken care of by...
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
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.
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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They're the best. Everything has been good. We're pleased with the whole set-up. Our loved one has been treated well. We've been treated well. The staff is very friendly, and anytime we call them about...
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.
There are few things more important than having a place to call home… a place of warmth and companionship, a place where your security and well-being are paramount.Baptist Homes is a spiritually uplifting community where you can live fully and pursue your interests while benefitting from 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Wilkinsburg, PA
The average cost of senior living in Wilkinsburg is $4,239 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East McKeesport, PA with an average of $3,554 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wilkinsburg, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wilkinsburg, PA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Wilkinsburg, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Wilkinsburg over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wilkinsburg, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Wilkinsburg
Recent reviews for assisted living in Wilkinsburg
Tapestry Senior Living Moon Township in Coraopolis, PA
4.1
Value is a tough one. Tapestry is costly but it is nice. As you know, the level of care determines the monthly cost. My mother likes it very much. The food choices and quality could be better, she tells me.
The facility is bright & airy. The activities are many. The staff is very kind, willing ...
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The Faidley House 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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff across various communities, such as Abode Care of Monroeville, Paramount Senior Living at South Hills, and The Palms at O'Neil. Families appreciate the warm welcome and the lengths that staff members go to accommodate the ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered in communities, as expressed in reviews for Ridgecrest, Holy Family Manor, and Paramount Senior Living at South Hills. Activities cater to different interests and keep seniors engaged and active.
Thoughtfully maintained community spaces. Reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas in communities like Juniper Village at Forest Hills, Ridgecrest, and Independence Court of Monroeville. Residents and families appreciate the attention to detail and the sense of pride taken in the community's appearance.
Comfortable and well-appointed living spaces. Reviews for communities including The Palms at O'Neil, Ridgecrest, and Paramount Senior Living at South Hills praise the comfortable and nicely decorated living spaces, making residents feel at home.
Flexible care options to accommodate individual needs. Communities like Juniper Village at Monroeville, Ridgecrest, and Independence Court of Monroeville offer a range of care options to meet the unique needs of their residents, ensuring that seniors receive the right level of support and assistance.
Consistent communication between families and staff. Reviews for communities such as Celebration Villa of South Hills, Overlook Green Senior Living, and Ridgecrest emphasize the importance of clear and ongoing communication between families and staff, keeping everyone informed and ensuring that care needs are being met.
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Wilkinsburg review score based on 170 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 170 reviews of 57 Wilkinsburg assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Wilkinsburg 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
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Review subcategories for Wilkinsburg 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 170 reviews of 57 Wilkinsburg assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wilkinsburg 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.Wilkinsburg, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Wilkinsburg assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wilkinsburg assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wilkinsburg, 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 Wilkinsburg 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 Wilkinsburg 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
49.1%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.9%
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
54.4%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.1%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.4%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Wilkinsburg 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 Wilkinsburg Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
49.1%
50.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.6%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.6%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wilkinsburg 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 Wilkinsburg 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
15.8%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
39.7%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.3%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Wilkinsburg 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 Wilkinsburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wilkinsburg, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.8%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.4%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
22.8%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.3%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wilkinsburg 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 Wilkinsburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.1%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.1%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
42.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
29.8%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.1%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wilkinsburg
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 Wilkinsburg protect seniors.
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Ridgecrest, Brookdale Mt. Lebanon and Paramount Senior Living at South Hills are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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