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Assisted living costs in East Ararat average about $3,078 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 75 communities in East Ararat. Our detailed directory has 729 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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My dad is doing ok since moving into Star Hill. The community is one of the cleanest I have seen in the area. The staff are friendly and help my dad with whatever he needs. They offer some activities. Dad...
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Star Hill Rest Home is a senior living community located in Harvey's Lake, PA, in Lucerne County. Harvey's Lake is a waterfront borough community with a population of about 2,700 people. Residents will be able to enjoy the beautiful landscape when they take their walks and daily exercise, and can...
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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.
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Fern Wood ManorFern Wood Manor is a senior living community located in Sweet Valley, PA, in Luzerne County, which is considered an unincorporated community. In this small town, residents who enjoy getting out for nature walks and getting in their daily exercise. They can also do their shopping...
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Davis Manor is committed to providing quality, compassionate, and professional services to the Residents entrusted in our care. The staff at Davis Manor is committed to assisting our Residents attain and maintain their highest level of physical, spiritual, and psychosocial functioning for as...
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Cost of assisted living in East Ararat, PA

The average cost of senior living in East Ararat is $3,078 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clarks Summit, PA with an average of $2,958 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Ararat, PA vs. nearby cities

East Ararat, PA
$3,078/mo
$3,154/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Ararat, PA vs. the state and national average

East Ararat, PA
$3,078/mo
U.S. national average
$4,729/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Ararat vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,078/mo
$5,194/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in East Ararat, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,495/mo
Studio
$4,831/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,783/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,472/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in East Ararat over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Ararat, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in East Ararat

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Ararat

North Penn Manor in Wilkes-Barre, PA

4.9
We chose North Penn Manor because they had a good rating, the price was good, and she has been here over a year and they answer all of our questions and call whenever we have issues. They seem to take good care of her. They just started letting us schedule visits in the dining area. From what I ...
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Star Hill Rest Home in Harveys Lake, PA

4.5
My mom has been there for years she has always been treated like family I would recommend this personal care home to anyone

the Plains at Parich Home in Oneonta, NY

5.0
This is a pleasant place to live.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews highlight the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities, such as Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead, Brookdale Castle Gardens, and Briarwood Senior Living, where residents and their families have formed long-term relationships with the community ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Throughout the reviews, residents express their enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more. For example, at Belle Reve Senior Living Community, staff members organize weekly bingo and paintin ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of their living spaces, whether it's in their private rooms or common areas. Communities like Clarks Summit Senior Living and Briarwood Senior Living have been praised for their updated bathrooms and high-end furniture.
Customized care plans. Families have shared that the personalized care plans for their loved ones have made a significant difference in their overall satisfaction with the community. At Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead, staff members work closely with residents and their families to ensure their specific n ...
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Excellent communication between families and staff. Reviews consistently mention open and honest communication between families and staff, as seen at Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead, where the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
Quality and variety in dining offerings. Nutritious and delicious meals are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Briarwood Senior Living, the chef accommodates individual dietary restrictions and preferences, while Belle Reve Senior Living Community offers a diverse menu with fresh fruit and ve ...
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East Ararat review score based on 218 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 218 reviews of 63 East Ararat assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East Ararat 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 East Ararat 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 218 reviews of 63 East Ararat assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare East Ararat 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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East Ararat assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Ararat assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Ararat, 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 East Ararat 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 East Ararat 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
41.3%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.2%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.4%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.6%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.4%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.8%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in East Ararat 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 East Ararat 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
38.1%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Ararat 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 East Ararat 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
14.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.7%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
25.4%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.9%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
15.8%
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Availability of select dining options in East Ararat 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 East Ararat communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.4%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
1.6%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Ararat 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 East Ararat offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.1%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.7%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
34.9%
47%
Dances
Dances
19%
30.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.7%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.9%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Ararat

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 East Ararat protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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The Gardens of Green Ridge, Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead and Twin Cedar Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near East Ararat, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 75 assisted living facilities near East Ararat, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in East Ararat, Pennsylvania are Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Belle Reve Senior Living Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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