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Assisted living costs in Ben Avon Heights average about $3,835 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 61 communities in Ben Avon Heights. Our detailed directory has 575 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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Harmony at Diamond Ridge is a beautiful new community with outstanding amenities, activities, and caring professionals. I personally toured nine facilities, looking for a place that I thought was ideal for...
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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.
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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UPMC took a lot of pressure off of me, providing total care. Of course Cumberland Crossing is a much lower level of care. This was a much better experience than at the previous facility we went to. They had...
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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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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, 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.
At The Pristine Pines of Franklin Park, assisted living means dignity, privacy and freedom for you or your loved one, with just the right level of social activities, support and personalized care to keep life in its proper balance. Our dedication and...
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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.
Nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh, our small personal care home is more than just a residence for seniors; it's a vibrant community where laughter echoes through the halls and bonds of friendship blossom. Within these walls, we've cultivated an environment where every resident thrives, not just...
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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.
The Pristine Pines of Wexford is an assisted living community you or your loved can truly call home when living at home is no longer a prudent option. First and foremost, our staff and management are committed to ensuring dignity, privacy and freedom for residents, coupled with...
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While no facility is perfect, Fair Oaks comes very close. I think a big reason for this is that it's not a "for profit" facility like most others, so the management can focus on ensuring that the residents...
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.
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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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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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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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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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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Home - Our Services - Residential Services Weinberg Terrace Weinberg Terrace is a wonderful place to call home. Our beautiful residence offers comfortable apartments and elegant common areas, warm, friendly staff, individually tailored personal care services, and three delicious kosher meals each...
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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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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They're the best. Everything has been good. We're pleased with the whole set-up. Our loved one has been treated well. We've been treated well. The staff is very friendly, and anytime we call them about...
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.
There are few things more important than having a place to call home… a place of warmth and companionship, a place where your security and well-being are paramount.Baptist Homes is a spiritually uplifting community where you can live fully and pursue your interests while benefitting from the...
Cost of assisted living in Ben Avon Heights, PA
The average cost of senior living in Ben Avon Heights is $3,835 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millvale, PA with an average of $3,694 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ben Avon Heights, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ben Avon Heights, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ben Avon Heights vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ben Avon Heights, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Ben Avon Heights over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ben Avon Heights, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Ben Avon Heights
Recent reviews for assisted living in Ben Avon Heights
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.
Brookdale Penn Hills
5.0
It's outstanding. The staff is exceptional, kind and caring. A great place for my friend[name removed] They offer personal care, housekeeping, laundry, food services medication administration and social/physical activities.
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and attentive staff. Residents and their families express appreciation for the kind and helpful nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Ridgecrest of McCandless, the staff make sure residents are engaged and entertained, and at Ashton Commons, they go above and beyond to ensure residents' nee ...
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Varied activities for socialization. Activities are a key feature that families mention in their reviews, with many praising the wide range of offerings at communities like Asbury Heights, which has semi-structured activities that benefit residents. At Ridgecrest of McCandless, residents are engaged in multiple activities each ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Sunrise of McCandless, the food is very good, and at Ridgecrest of McCandless, the meals are delicious and have flexible hours. At Tapestry Senior Living Moon Township, ...
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Properly cleaned and maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on upkeep for both the private rooms and common areas. At Juniper Village at South Hills, the facility is cheerful and the staff do a great job keeping things clean, and at Apple Blossom, the community ...
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Flexible and accommodating care plans. Families appreciate the ability to tailor care plans to their loved ones' needs. At Ridgecrest of McCandless, residents are given the care they need without having to move rooms, and at Ridgecrest of McCandless, the community allows for flexibility in care plans as residents' needs change. A ...
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Effective and responsive communication. Families value clear and effective communication with their loved ones and the staff. At Holy Family Manor, the administrator and nurse are highly communicative, and at Brookdale Mt. Lebanon, the staff communicate with the family responsively. At Ridgecrest of McCandless, there is a buddy ...
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Ben Avon Heights review score based on 132 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 132 reviews of 50 Ben Avon Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ben Avon Heights review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Ben Avon Heights assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 132 reviews of 50 Ben Avon Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ben Avon Heights resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Ben Avon Heights, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Ben Avon Heights assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ben Avon Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ben Avon Heights, 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 Ben Avon Heights assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ben Avon Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
56%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ben Avon Heights assisted living
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 Ben Avon Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ben Avon Heights assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ben Avon Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22%
15.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ben Avon Heights assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ben Avon Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
24%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ben Avon Heights assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Ben Avon Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
48%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28%
30%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ben Avon Heights
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ben Avon Heights protect seniors.
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