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10 Best Nursing Homes in Back Mountain, PA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Back Mountain nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Back Mountain, PA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Back Mountain or another care type is right for you. Browse 36 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Back Mountain.

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Nursing homes facilities near Back Mountain, PA

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I believe the decision to go to Serenity was the best for both my dad and us. He can still remain as independent as possible while still in a structured environment which gives him that extra push to be as...
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.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents value their independence, yet need some assistance to ease the challenges of daily life. By...
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We were please with Tiffany Court, and the overall experience was very good. The cleanliness needs some work. They should change out carpet for other type of flooring that can be easily be washed and. Not...
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.
Nestled right inside The Valley With A Heart, Tiffany Court Senior Living is conveniently located in Kingston, near shopping, restaurants and places of worship. We offer transportation to a variety of local destinations, including doctor's offices, Wyoming Valley Mall and other exciting...
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Serenity Care has been all good. She loves the food, staff, and the people have been really nice. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families
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.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents value their independence, yet need some assistance to ease the challenges of daily life. By...
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When we looked for a new home for mom my husband, mom and I looked at many places. When we toured Highland Park we knew this was the perfect place. Mom has lived here now going on a year. Everyday is...
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.
Highland Park Senior Living is a brand new senior living Community that has been open since December of 2015. Highland Park is local family owned community that offers the best in senior care in the Wyoming Valley area. Our community is located in Wilkes Barre Township, minutes from local...
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Very pretty, like a very nice hotel/county club. Staff is exceptional, accommodating and friendly. Residents are very social and welcoming. Very homey.
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.
The Village at Greenbriar is a gated community offering personal care and independent living conveniently located on one site. Our 24hr. personal care staff is available to assist with nutrition, bathing, dressing, personal activities and administering of medications. We provide the assistance...
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This is a wonderful place. My grandmother was a resident here for quite awhile. The dietary department was fantastic. A girl named [name removed] was extremely helpful and did a great job. Would highly...
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.
Located in 'The Diamond City' of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Riverview Ridge Senior Living Community offers the best of city living in a beautiful and rural home. Our community is located on the banks of the Susquehanna River where residents enjoy resting and relaxing while taking in stunning...
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We chose North Penn Manor because they had a good rating, the price was good, and she has been here over a year and they answer all of our questions and call whenever we have issues. They seem to take good...
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.
North Penn Manor is a senior living community located in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Wilkes-Barre is home to just over 564,000 people, and is a bustling city in Luzerne County. Residents in this area will enjoy great stores, lots of shopping and restaurants, sporting events and other activities they can...
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My sister and her husband have been living at Plymouth Manor for over a year. I can not say enough good words about the staff, and the kind care that my family members have received. The staff has always...
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.
Plymouth Manor Personal Care Center is a 40 bed personal care home located in Plymouth, PA. Unlike national or regional operators, our owner is present daily and our occupancy rate is amongst the highest in Luzerne County, PA because of our dedicated staff and management. Providing three...
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I would highly recommend it based on my research with pricing and other facility. This one provides the services I need at a good value.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Cambridge Riverview is so much more than just memory care; it’s an active, healthy lifestyle. Residents enjoy the comforts of home and the security of 24-hour care. A variety of weekday activities such as games, trivia, singalongs, and nail days keep everyone engaged and active. Church services...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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...
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
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
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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.
Fern Wood ManorFern Wood Manor is a senior living community located in Sweet Valley, PA, in Luzerne County, which is considered an unincorporated community. In this small town, residents who enjoy getting out for nature walks and getting in their daily exercise. They can also do their shopping...
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Back Mountain, PA

The average cost of senior living in Back Mountain is $3,810 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Nuangola, PA with an average of $3,562 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Back Mountain, PA vs. nearby cities

Back Mountain, PA
$3,810/mo
$3,802/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Back Mountain, PA vs. the state and national average

Back Mountain, PA
$3,810/mo
U.S. national average
$4,863/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Back Mountain vs. other types of senior living

$4,332/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,810/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Back Mountain, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$2,673/mo
Studio
$3,813/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,450/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Back Mountain over time

Back Mountain, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Back Mountain

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Back Mountain

Willowbrook Place in Clarks Summit, PA

5.0
My mom is happy at Willowbrook Place and her children see the results. She is well cared for at this facility and the staff here are wonderful. I would definitely recommend Willowbrook Place to others. My one suggestion for visiting a facility is making sure that you see some of the residents. ...
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The Gardens of Green Ridge in Scranton, PA

5.0
I live here at The Gardens of Green Ridge and I am very happy here. They care about me and are very helpful. The girls in activities are wonderful. They are always there to play a game with me and others. It feels like home!

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

Back Mountain nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Back Mountain nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Back Mountain, 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 Back Mountain nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Back Mountain that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Back Mountain, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.9%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.9%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Back Mountain nursing homes

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 Back Mountain Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Back Mountain, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Back Mountain nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Back Mountain partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Back Mountain, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Back Mountain nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Back Mountain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Back Mountain, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Back Mountain nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Back Mountain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Back Mountain, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.8%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
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The Gardens of Green Ridge, Serenity Care Kingston and Clarks Summit Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Back Mountain, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 36 nursing homes facilities near Back Mountain, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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