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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Elk Lake, PA
Assisted living costs in Elk Lake average about $3,707 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 12 communities in Elk Lake. Our detailed directory has 196 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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5 reviews
Gracious living is full of daily joy, happiness, and realizing the small things in life matter such as a simple smile on everyone's face. Whether it's making a heart out of a piece of paper and they...
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.
Gracious Living Estates is a 65-bed Personal Care Home in Montrose, PA. It has faithfully served the seniors of Northeast Pennsylvania since 1998. GLE meets all of the food, shelter, and personal needs of its Residents.GLE's unit mix is roughly:1/3rd Privates1/3rd Semi-Private Deluxes1/3rd...
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9.5
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94 reviews
I would give a 5 for all categories - very nice facility all around. I would definitely recommend it. The aides were great (one was not but she was dealt with immediately and let go). The physical layout,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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22 reviews
We have had no real issues. [name removed] worked very hard along with the nurse to get our loved one accepted to the facility. Everything was explained. Move in was very easy. Staff was helpful. 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.
Clarks Summit Senior Living is proudly owned by Five Star Quality Care. For the past 20 years our friendly and caring staff are available to assist residents 24/7. Located in the prestigious Abington's across from the Scranton Country Club. Our community's interior features beautiful woodwork and...
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9.2
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24 reviews
My mother is at Willowbrook and we couldn’t be happier with her care. The staff functions as a kind and caring team. The aides treat my mother with respect and dignity. The facility is very clean 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.
Willowbrook Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community which offers high quality senior living in the borough of Clarks Summit in the northeastern mountains of Pennsylvania. Our historical town boasts homes from the early 1800s, an abundance of outdoor recreational activities and has plenty of...
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8.5
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10 reviews
It’s amazing. I’m so blessed to have [name removed] my dad there. He is so cared for. The place is spotless. The food is great. The activities. My dad has a great life there. It’s not a room. It’s an...
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.
When the time comes that living alone is becoming a problem for you or a loved one-assisted living at Elan Gardens may be just the answer. Elan Gardens offers the best of both worlds with private apartment suites and every service imaginable right at your finger tips. Dedicated to offering a...
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8.0
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14 reviews
We like the facility, mom's studio with 3 closets, big shower and the attentive staff. And attentive administration! Based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Conveniently tucked in the sheltering pines is a breath of fresh air. The Pines at Clarks Summit Senior Living, a personal care facility like no other. When it comes time to look for that extra sense of security for your loved one, The Pines is the ideal place. From personal care to Memory...
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7.6
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25 reviews
What I like the most about Elderwood Village is that they have very friendly and are responsive to mom's needs. It is a nice facility and I would recommend this community to other families based on 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.
Elderwood Village at Vestal is an assisted living community located in historic Vestal, New York, tucked away in a residential area, offering the peace and quiet our residents want while also being conveniently located to all that Vestal has to offer. Elderwood Village at Vestal is an intimate,...
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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
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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.
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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...
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Elk Lake, PA
The average cost of senior living in Elk Lake is $3,707 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laceyville, PA with an average of $2,196 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elk Lake, PA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Elk Lake, PA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elk Lake, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Elk Lake
Recent reviews for assisted living in Elk Lake
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
Clarks Summit Senior Living
4.6
Everyone is very helpful and friendly.
I would rate the meals a 5 on a scale of 1-10.
Outdoor space is very nice.
Need a better covered area for smokers.
Activities are plenty and have some really good entertainment that comes in.
Receptionist are great.
Elderwood Village at Vestal
4.6
The value for cost is hard for me to answer I think for the cost there would be more included in the price but I do know they are competitive in pricing. Plus weekends are real boring for them. I feel sorry for people who don't have family. Over all I was happy
Elk Lake review score based on 46 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 46 reviews of 12 Elk Lake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Elk Lake 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 Elk Lake 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 46 reviews of 12 Elk Lake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elk Lake 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.Elk Lake, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Elk Lake assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elk Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elk Lake, 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 Elk Lake 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 Elk Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elk Lake, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Elk Lake 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 Elk Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elk Lake, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elk Lake 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 Elk Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elk Lake, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.7%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Elk Lake 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 Elk Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elk Lake, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elk Lake 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 Elk Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elk Lake
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 Elk Lake protect seniors.
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