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10 Best Nursing Homes in Shanksville, PA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Shanksville 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 Shanksville, 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 Shanksville or another care type is right for you. Browse 18 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Shanksville.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cook, Schweibinzville and Humbert.
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Nursing homes facilities near Shanksville, PA

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My mother passed away in [date removed], but overall I was very pleased with the Siemon's Heritage community & would highly recommend it. It was clean & cheerful & everyone was very nice & welcoming.
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.
Siemon's Heritage Personal Care Home is a senior living community located in Somerset, PA, in Somerset County. Somerset is a small historic borough near Johnstown and home to about 6,300 people. Residents in this area will enjoy taking walks to run their errands and pay their bills, going to a...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Harmony House Manor. There is minimal staff at this facility. When I visit, I rarely actually see or talk to any employees. I have actually had NO communication with...
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.
Situated in Johnstown, Pennsylvania Harmony House Manor senior living community is a haven of peace and tranquility. It is located in a safe area that is ideal for seniors. It is also located near Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital which is a top notch hospital in Pennsylvania. The residents...
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My mother has bee in Rosewood Personal Care for a little over a year now. The staff are all very attentive to the needs of the residents and are also there to answer any questions the family may have. The...
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.
Rosewood Assisted Living Community is the area's leader in quality personal care. Our spacious suites (both private and semi-private) are well appointed, and designed to convey a home-like feel. Each suite has a private bathroom, and is fully furnished. Cable television and local telephone...
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The staff members were all very friendly, and the care services were also good. Prior to covid we would be invited to dinners, one time we went for Christmas dinner. We would recommend this community to...
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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Windber Woods is a good place. It's an older facility, so if you don't let looks fool you and let the people prove the place. The people here are super and that makes the place.
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.
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The care for my father is good. the staff is caring and attention of the community is clean. My father is happy with the variety of good meals. I like knowing that he is active with the other residents. We...
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.
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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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: 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.
People use nursing home services for any number of reasons -- because today's nursing homes can provide solutions to almost every eldercare problem. No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Shanksville, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shanksville is $3,766 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Casselman, PA with an average of $2,921 per month.

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

Shanksville, PA
$3,766/mo
$3,318/mo

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

Shanksville, PA
$3,766/mo
U.S. national average
$4,863/mo

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

$4,300/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,766/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,015/mo
Studio
$4,205/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,361/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Shanksville over time

Shanksville, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Shanksville

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shanksville

The Atrium, A Choice Community in Johnstown, PA

3.6
Activities only happen in the morning. I am not a morning person. We have never had an activity off location. There has never been a therapy animal visit even though I have begged for it. I can't regulate the temperature in my room. Today the heat coming out of my wall heater was 140 degrees and ...
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Colonial Courtyard At Bedford

4.4
Our loved one [name removed] seems well adjusted and says he likes it there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Siemon's Heritage Personal Care Home in Somerset, PA

5.0
I could not have been more pleased. I am very happy with the facility and the care provided to my mom, I was very blessed to have chosen this community.

Shanksville nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shanksville nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shanksville, 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 Shanksville 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 Shanksville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shanksville, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30.8%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.7%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.9%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
76.9%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30.8%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.9%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.8%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shanksville 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 Shanksville Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shanksville, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.8%
5.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shanksville 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 Shanksville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shanksville, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shanksville 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 Shanksville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shanksville, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.4%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shanksville 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 Shanksville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shanksville, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
15.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.1%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
7.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

McCullough Place, Siemon's Heritage Personal Care Home and Harmony House Manor are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 18 nursing homes facilities near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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