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10 Best Nursing Homes in Saxton, PA

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Saxton is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 16 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Saxton, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Saxton is about $4,049, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 25 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Saxton, PA

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Photo of Colonial Courtyard At Bedford
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9.0
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13 reviews
9.0
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13 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
15%
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0%
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8%
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8%
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Mom started in the general population a few years ago and moved into the Memory Care unit at CCB in 2024. It is such a comfortable home-like environment. The staff are extremely patient, caring, and...
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.
The Colonial Courtyard at Bedford is ideally situated for senior citizens who are still young enough to enjoy what the great outdoors has to offer. Set against a lovely mountainous backdrop in central Pennsylvania, it is senior living for the nature lover at its very best! Known for gorgeous...
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8.6
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3 reviews
8.6
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3 reviews
5 star
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4 star
33%
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it is good
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.
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9 reviews
7.5
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9 reviews
5 star
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We could not be happier and more pleased with Celebration. The entire staff has been wonderful with my mother-in-law. Very kind, understanding. Love the... Staff Food Activities The care provided Very...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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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.
Wesner’s Claysburg Manor is a senior living community located in Claysburg, PA, in Blair County and home to just over 1,700 people. Residents will enjoy this small town with its air force station, local shops and stores where they can take their daily walks, do their shopping, and run errands, or...
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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.
Photo of Spring House Estates
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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.
At Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg, you have the flexibility to create your own experience. All of our senior living services are available as you need them, and our individually tailored Personal Care may be exactly what you are looking for.Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg provides...
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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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Saxton, PA

The average cost of senior living in Saxton is $4,049 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saltillo, PA with an average of $2,370 per month.

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

Saxton, PA
$4,049/mo
$3,861/mo
$4,259/mo

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

Saxton, PA
$4,049/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

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

$4,932/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,049/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,407/mo
Studio
$5,297/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,235/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Saxton over time

Saxton, PAPA stateNational

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Saxton

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Saxton

The Winds at Mattern Orchard in Duncansville, PA

4.8
the staff is so friendly and helpful

Celebration Villa of Altoona in Duncansville, PA

5.0
I'm very happy. Mom is very happy and getting the care she needs. Food is good - they make her food she likes. Room kept clean. Nursing very friendly. For the cost I think it is worth it.

Colonial Courtyard At Bedford

4.9
My father has been a resident at Colonial Courtyard in Bedford for over a year. I have been very pleased with the care he receives. I live out of state, but am able to visit for four or five days each month. Daddy is always well cared for, communication with staff is easy, activities and ...
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Saxton nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saxton nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saxton, 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 Saxton 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 Saxton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Saxton, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
36.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Saxton 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 Saxton Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Saxton, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.2%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
1.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Saxton 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 Saxton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Saxton, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Saxton 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 Saxton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Saxton, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Saxton 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 Saxton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Saxton, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Colonial Courtyard At Bedford, The Winds at Mattern Orchard and Celebration Villa of Altoona are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Saxton, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 16 nursing homes facilities near Saxton, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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