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10 Best Nursing Homes in Schuylkill County, PA

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Schuylkill County 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 14 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Schuylkill County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Schuylkill County is about $4,229, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 9 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Five Locks, Berne and Edenburg.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Schuylkill County, PA

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Luther Ridge has provided my mom with the most amazing care and attention. She is thriving here-- a changed person. My only regret is that we didn't get her in sooner. I am deeply appreciative of all of...
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.
Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill is a senior living community located in Pottsville, PA, in Schuylkill County and home to just over 14,000 people. Pottsville is a fun, small city with mountain views, and lots of small stores and restaurants. Residents will enjoy going for nature walks, getting out to...
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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.
Have you suddenly found yourself looking for a nursing home? We know it isn't an easy task. There is so much information to learn and so many decisions to make. Whatever your specific needs, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
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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.
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.
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Weston Senior Living Center at PinebrookWeston Senior Living Center at Pinebrook is a senior living community located in Orwigsburg, PA, in Schuylkill County and is home to just over 3,000 people. Residents can enjoy nature walks, small town living, getting out for daily exercise, or relaxing in...
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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 nursing homes in Schuylkill County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Schuylkill County is $4,229 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Orwigsburg, PA with an average of $3,954 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Schuylkill County, PA vs. nearby counties

Schuylkill County, PA
$4,229/mo
$4,241/mo

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

Schuylkill County, PA
$4,229/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

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

$5,407/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,229/mo

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

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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 Schuylkill County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Schuylkill County

The Laurels Senior Living Community in Hazleton, PA

4.8
This is a very nice community, and it is the location we selected for my Mom. I'm familiar with some of the staff and residents, so I knew it would be a good place for her. Everyone is friendly, and it is very clean. I'd like it if they had a bit more coverage for activities, but based on the ...
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Serenity Gardens in Kulpmont, PA

4.4
Some staff definitely go above and beyond and give time and show they care to the individuals. The activities coordinator is great at keeping the individuals busy. The staff are why we chose this facility. My mom does not love the food, but her overall care is more important.

Heritage Mill Personal Care and Memory Care Residence in Tower City, PA

4.9
After moving Dad here from some not so good experiences, I feel comfortable that he is being well cared for. The staff is friendly and and caring. Communication w/the staff of concerns and needs for my Dad have been very good. I am very grateful for A Place for Mom and the help they provided ...
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Schuylkill County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Schuylkill County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Schuylkill County, 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 Schuylkill County 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 Schuylkill County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Schuylkill County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Schuylkill County 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 Schuylkill County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Schuylkill County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
3.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10%
5.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Schuylkill County 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 Schuylkill County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Schuylkill County, PANational
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
6.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
10%
6.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living, Brookdale Bloomsburg and Heritage Mill Personal Care and Memory Care Residence are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 14 nursing homes facilities near Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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