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Assisted living costs in Gouldsboro average about $3,255 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 24 communities in Gouldsboro. Our detailed directory has 116 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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I am here just for the step-down program. Everyone here is helpful and always will to do whatever they need to td to keep you comfortable and happy. If you have an accident, they are quick to help and they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Gardens of Green Ridge can be found in Scranton, the sixth largest city in Pensylvania. Counting a little over 90,000 people, Scranton is large enough to be of interest to tourism, yet small enough to have that intimate small town feel. The Gardens of Green Ridge prides itself on being a...
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After caring for my mother for years, I came to the time that I could no longer do so. Mom was at a facility near our home until we moved. We found Briarwood, again close to our new home, and knew it 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.
At Briarwood Senior Living we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our number one goal is to put your safety and comfort at the top of our list. Our attention to detail and desire to please will never go unnoticed. Our highly trained staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days...
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The staff welcomed you as family. Very kind & professional. Would highly recommend this facility. They are also remodeling the whole building. New furniture, paint etc. While the other places were good,...
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.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents value their independence, yet need some assistance to ease the challenges of daily life. By...
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I had a family friend who lived here until health issues led him elsewhere. However, I still visit the staff occasionally to bring treats and say hi. There are wonderful people here. The place needs some tlc...
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.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents value their independence, yet need some assistance to ease the challenges of daily life. By...
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The facility was recently remodeled in the last year at Serenity Care Mid Valley. The staff was professional and caring to and for the residents. I do feel like they could have gotten more, if not all...
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.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Recently renovated inside and out with modern interiors, updated menus, and activities!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents...
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The facility is very homey and it's very clean. The staff is amazing. So patient and wonderful. My mom has been quite difficult through this transition and they're just fantastic. Housekeeping is also...
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.
Our property is located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains.  It has beautiful landscaped lawns with a courtyard and gazebo.  There is a scenic walking path which is handicap accessible.  There are plenty of parking spaces for residents' vehicles and for family and friends to...
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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.
The Brookside Personal Care Home, located in South Sterling, PA is a personal care home committed to providing its residents with a setting where they can continue their independnt lifestyle. We are a 24 bed facility, where residents receive personalized attention by the professional staff who...
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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.
First Choice, a licensed Personal Care Home located in beautiful Lake Ariel, PA is just minutes from interstate 84. Our staff takes pride in being able to provide a beautiful home to our Senior population. We have a small personalized care home with 14 brand new , beautiful suites. With...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: 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 mom lives in assisted living here so I can only speak for that experience. She is very happy with the help she receives. She gets proper medical attention when she needs it and has been there for a year...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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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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, 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.
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.
For over twenty years we have been proud to present this unique concept in assisted living and independent living for older adults, in a beautiful country setting. It is our aim to provide you with the services and programs you need to maintain independent, dignified living. Our staff is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Gouldsboro, PA

The average cost of senior living in Gouldsboro is $3,255 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Penn Lake Park, PA with an average of $2,774 per month.

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

Gouldsboro, PA
$3,255/mo
$3,041/mo

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

Gouldsboro, PA
$3,255/mo
U.S. national average
$4,654/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,255/mo
$4,545/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,371/mo
Studio
$4,530/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,300/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Gouldsboro over time

Gouldsboro, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gouldsboro, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Gouldsboro.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gouldsboro

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gouldsboro

Serenity Care Wyoming

5.0
Serenity Care has been all good. She loves the food, staff, and the people have been really nice. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families

Highland Park Senior Living in Wilkes-Barre Township, PA

4.0
My mother is in the memory care portion of this community. So far everything is working out pretty well. I feel she is, and in good hands. They have a good staff, and they are very friendly when I visit. They provide nice meals for the residents. They could offer more activities in the memory ...
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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.

Gouldsboro review score based on 40 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 20 Gouldsboro assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gouldsboro 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

Gouldsboro review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Gouldsboro, PA20 facilities
8.7
Moscow, PA24 facilities
8.3
Mount Pocono, PA12 facilities

Review subcategories for Gouldsboro 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 40 reviews of 20 Gouldsboro assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gouldsboro 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.
Gouldsboro, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.6
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.7
4.1
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Gouldsboro assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gouldsboro assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gouldsboro, 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 Gouldsboro 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 Gouldsboro that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gouldsboro, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gouldsboro 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 Gouldsboro Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gouldsboro, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gouldsboro 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 Gouldsboro partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gouldsboro, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
15%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Gouldsboro 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 Gouldsboro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gouldsboro, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
41.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gouldsboro 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 Gouldsboro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gouldsboro, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gouldsboro

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 Gouldsboro protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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The Gardens of Green Ridge, Spring Village at Pocono and Serenity Care Kingston are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gouldsboro, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 24 assisted living facilities near Gouldsboro, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Gouldsboro, Pennsylvania are The Gardens of Green Ridge, Spring Village at Pocono and Briarwood Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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