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10 Best Nursing Homes in Vankirk, PA

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Vankirk 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 11 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Vankirk, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Vankirk is about $3,934, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 21 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Vankirk, PA

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I chose Hawthorne Woods because when visited it was class, friendly and felt comfortable, the food is very good, and if you' are not taking advantage of the many Activities offered. The staff is very caring
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.
An established community in the city of Washington for more than 17 years, Hawthorne Woods by New Perspective will get to know what’s most important to you. We feature a friendly and compassionate team, quality care, and warm surroundings that will put you at ease. Lounge in the Adirondack chairs...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Evergreen of Washington and everything has been great for her at this facility so far. The food, care services and staff are great. They went above and beyond getting...
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.
Welcome to Evergreen of Washington where resident's and family members become family of our own. We are a fairly small personal care home located in the heart of Washington PA just minutes away from Washington Hospital. You'll find us tucked away behind beautiful trees with an area with a gazebo...
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My loved one is in a private room. There a lot of nurses, physical therapy, skilled nursing on the second. I would recommend this community. My loved one loves the food. You can schedule a visit...
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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The care here was good overall. It was a nice looking facility, and very clean. The nursing staff and aides were all very friendly and attentive. The only issue that we had is that my loved one is blind and...
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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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, 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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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.
Southminster Place is a licensed, personal care community on the Presbyterian SeniorCare Network Washington Campus. We assist residents with their daily personal needs while providing opportunities for socialization and programming that can enhance their lifestyle.Woodside Place of Washington was...
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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Cost of nursing homes in Vankirk, PA

The average cost of senior living in Vankirk is $3,934 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include California, PA with an average of $3,642 per month.

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

Vankirk, PA
$3,934/mo

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

Vankirk, PA
$3,934/mo
U.S. national average
$4,857/mo

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

$4,835/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,934/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$5,223/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,928/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Vankirk over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Vankirk

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Vankirk

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.

Transitions Healthcare Washington

5.0
At Transitions they have taken good care of my mom. They are very attentive to my mom's health and they follow up to make sure things are taken care of .It is a nice place for the money. I recommend it to anyone looking for reasonable care options. The room layout is like a hotel. They have done ...
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The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC in Pittsburgh, PA

4.1
The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They communicate appropriately with family, no matter the time of day. We had a family holiday meal catered at the facility and the food was terrific! We will do it again. My brother has met many people he kn there and has also made some new friends. ...
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Vankirk nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vankirk nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vankirk, 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 Vankirk 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 Vankirk that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Vankirk, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Vankirk 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 Vankirk Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Vankirk, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Vankirk 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 Vankirk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Vankirk, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Vankirk 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 Vankirk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Vankirk, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vankirk 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 Vankirk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Vankirk, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
0.4%
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There are 11 nursing homes facilities near Vankirk, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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