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Assisted living costs in Wilkinsburg average about $3,709 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 69 communities in Wilkinsburg. Our detailed directory has 908 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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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.
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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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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...
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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 $3,709 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blawnox, PA with an average of $3,692 per month.

Assisted living costs in Wilkinsburg, PA, vs. nearby cities

Wilkinsburg, PA
$3,709/mo
$3,717/mo

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

Wilkinsburg, PA
$3,709/mo
U.S. national average
$4,770/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,709/mo
$5,169/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,498/mo
Studio
$5,216/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,952/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,702/mo

Senior living costs in Wilkinsburg 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: Wilkinsburg, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWilkinsburg, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,709/mo$4,440/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,169/mo$5,443/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living$3,732/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Wilkinsburg, PA:$3,709/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Wilkinsburg, PA:$5,169/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Wilkinsburg, PA:$3,732/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wilkinsburg, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wilkinsburg 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 median 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
Wilkinsburg, PA$4,493/mo$4,616/mo-2.7%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Wilkinsburg, PA
2024 average cost:$4,493/mo
2023 average cost:$4,616/mo
Percent change:-2.7%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wilkinsburg, 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 Wilkinsburg.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wilkinsburg

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wilkinsburg

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.

The Province of Wexford in Warrendale, PA

4.1
It's expensivve but worth it. It is a very nice community and the staff is very friendly. Overall, it has been a goed experience.

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 of McCandless, 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 of McCandless, and Independence Court of Monroeville. Residents and families appreciate the attention to detail and the sense of pride taken in the community's appea ...
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Comfortable and well-appointed living spaces. Reviews for communities including The Palms at O'Neil, Ridgecrest of McCandless, 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 of McCandless, 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, and Ridgecrest of McCandless 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 220 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 220 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

Wilkinsburg review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Wilkinsburg, PA57 facilities
8.0
Edgewood, PA77 facilities
7.9
Forest Hills, PA65 facilities

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 220 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
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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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.
Wilkinsburg, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.9%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.6%
52.4%
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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.
Wilkinsburg, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
49.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.8%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.8%
13.7%
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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.
Wilkinsburg, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.1%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.3%
17.3%
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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%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
22.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.3%
18%
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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.
Wilkinsburg, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
40.4%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.1%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
42.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
31.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.4%
46%
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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 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 Wilkinsburg protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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