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Assisted living costs in Universal average about $3,668 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 52 communities in Universal. Our detailed directory has 473 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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9.1
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41 reviews
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Administrative staff: [name removed] gets a 5. [name removed] a 2 (rarely returned phone calls or responded to emails). [name removed], the nurse, a 2. Rated his level of care at a 3 when it should have been...
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.
Allegheny Place is located less than three miles from the Allegheny River in Penn Hills Pennsylvania. We enjoy country living but are close enough to Pittsburgh for an afternoon trip into the city for restaurants, shopping and entertainment. We have four hospitals within six miles of our...
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11 Floor plan available
8.6
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22 reviews
8.6
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22 reviews
5 star
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The staff is so friendly and attentive to my dad. The residents are also friendly and kind. When I walk in to visit my dad, I am always greeted by a staff member. If there is anything my dad needs, they are...
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.
Here you get to define your day every day with new hobbies, new friendships and a worry-free lifestyle. With our personal care home services, you’ll have help with managing medications, dressing and bathing, as well as services like housekeeping and meals. That means you can spend time on the...
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9.3
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88 reviews
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They were very well staffed and possibly overstaffed, which was reflected in their prices. The place is beautiful and looks like a resort hotel. The Head Nurse was great and could even be reached by the...
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.
Juniper Village at Forest Hills is a beautiful personal care community conveniently located off the Parkway East at the Forest Hills exit, just 10 minutes east of Pittsburgh. This elegant community features many varied suite sizes and types and a specialized dementia unit. Our community boasts a...
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9.2
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27 reviews
9.2
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Namely, I think they could do better with planning activities for people with dementia like my mother-in-law. They really try to work with her about food but she is really difficult.
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.
Vincentian Schenley Gardens became part of the Vincentian family of senior care and senior living services in 2019. Since then, Schenley Gardens has been at the forefront of Vincentian’s person-centered care philosophy, with intergenerational programming, smart technology, and thoughtful design...
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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61 reviews
9.2
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61 reviews
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I think like most places, Juniper is understaffed. The administrators and staff are very nice and caring but the caregivers did not push showers if the resident refused. While I realize they cannot force a...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized nationally for both quality and innovation. Harbour Assisted Living and Memory Care/Monroeville affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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4747 Floor plans available
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8.8
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20 reviews
8.8
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They take great care of my mom. They know the residents by name. I am able to text or call management with questions or issues. They have been great! I did do the review with less stars for the money. It...
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.
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8.5
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23 reviews
8.5
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Everyone was very helpful and friendly. They all pitched in together to help out no matter what their job title was. The activities director([name removed]I believe) did a fantastic job. She included...
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.
Situated on several acres, Locust Grove is a quiet, residential senior living community located near The Waterfront and Kennywood Amusement Park as well as AHN Jefferson Hospital, UPMC McKeesport, and UPMC Mercy. In this secure, intentionally designed community with boutique amenities, residents...
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8.4
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19 reviews
8.4
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Abode care staff are absolutely wonderful! One girl that's there at 6. She passes medication. She is wonderful she goes above and beyond to make sure you are at ease. The other caretakers are compassionate...
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.
Description of Abode Care of Monroeville located in Monroeville, PennsylvaniaAt Abode Care, we provide a plethora of community features. Pets such as dogs and cats are welcome in private quarters. Our location is located nearby public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet....
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1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.3
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46 reviews
8.3
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46 reviews
5 star
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Keep in mind that my dad went there to die and did not use a lot of the offerings. There was little interaction due to my dads wishes. Based off of our short experience, I would recommend them to others...
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.
Independence Court of Monroeville is a senior living community located in Monroeville, PA. Monroeville is home to just over 28,000 people, and is a quiet borough in Alleghany County about 15-miles east of Pittsburgh. Residents will find a lot of great shops, stores and restaurants and areas where...
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8.2
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48 reviews
8.2
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48 reviews
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2 star
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The staff was supportive and very helpful. Our stay was very short, so we did not get to experience everything. The staff know how to do their job.
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.
The Palms at O'Neil is owned and operated by the Anlauf Family. It is designed to meet the changing needs of seniors who want to remain independent, but need a little extra assistance in their daily routines. Our three-story residence promotes a resort-like,comfortable, relaxing, and supportive...
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Photo of The Addison of Logan Place
66 Photos available
8.2
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24 reviews
8.2
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24 reviews
5 star
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Addison at Logan Place is so amazing. It's clean, pretty, friendly and welcoming. The food is good and the staff is exceptional. There are lots of activists and encouragement to exercise! My mom (and my...
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.
Logan Place is located in Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania, just half a mile south of the Allegheny River. We are about twenty miles northeast of Pittsburgh which is a popular day trip for our residents. If you have someone in your family who enjoys shopping we have two shopping centers very close by....
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8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
5 star
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Just wanted to say something that says that the place & workers have improved greatly since it was taken over in January & they are trying very hard to improve the experience for the resident. Cleanliness:...
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.
Located in the heart of Turtle Creek, Reward Senior Care brings over 20 years of dedicated experience in senior living to our community. With a proven track record of excellence and compassion, we are proud to extend our commitment to exceptional care and quality of life to our residents and...
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7.9
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13 reviews
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13 reviews
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The initial interview meeting my dad was amazing. They really showed care and concern for my dad. He liked them as well. The connecting was immediate. He felt safe with them and couldn't wait to become a...
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.
Bayberry Place offers compassionate care in a small neighborhood setting. We are located in Lower Burrell Pennsylvania a little over one mile south of the Allegheny River. We have two shopping centers within two miles of our community and our residents enjoy going there for an afternoon of...
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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 Residence at Weinberg Village is designed for individuals who wish to remain as independent as possible, but who prefer the security and safety of living in a supportive setting. Comfortable residential suites, centralized dining, and attractive common living areas make this facility a...
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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.
Senior Care Plaza is a 75 bed personal care home at the "front door" of McKeesport.  Where " CARE " is our middle name, we believe in caring for the whole person: body, mind, and spirit.  We pride ourselves in providing quality care for an affordable rate.  We welcome you to tour...
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Dad was a short term rehab patient. The staff, nurses, doctor, PT, OT and speech therapist were all very attentive and professional. He was even impressed with the meals. I observed the staff giving great...
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.
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Our 1st cousin has been here for 5 years. Now under new ownership, it’s been painted, new flooring, rooms done over from toilets to mattress. Our cousin is now in a wheel chair and can move about the home,...
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.
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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.
Concordia at Ridgewood PlaceA Faith-Based Assisted Living Community75 Bed FacilityAll the comforts of home. An elegant country setting that offers a wide variety of social activities, programs, delicious food and good friendship.  
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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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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.
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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Universal, PA

The average cost of senior living in Universal is $3,668 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blawnox, PA with an average of $3,630 per month.

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

Universal, PA
$3,668/mo
$3,640/mo
$3,645/mo

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

Universal, PA
$3,668/mo
U.S. national average
$4,744/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,668/mo
$4,972/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,532/mo
Studio
$4,670/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,324/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,505/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Universal over time

Universal, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Universal, 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 Universal.

What families are saying about assisted living in Universal

Recent reviews for assisted living in Universal

Brookdale Penn Hills

4.9
I would strongly recommend to others. It is a small facility and they know exactly what is going on with my mother. For example, did she come out for lunch.

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.

Easy Living Estates of New Stanton in Hunker, PA

4.4
We're very pleased with the care at this community with one major issue. It's a lovely place, very clean, and the staff are friendly. However, they cannot deal with any sort of intravenous care. Any sort of IV has to be done elsewhere, which may be an issue for some residents.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff across different communities like Juniper Village at Monroeville, Ridgecrest of McCandless, and Bayberry Place. Residents and families appreciate the kindness and attentiveness of individual staff members, such as Linda an ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Several communities including Juniper Village at Forest Hills, The Palms at O'Neil, and Bayberry Place offer a wide range of activities and social opportunities to keep residents engaged and active. Activities like exercise classes, music sessions, religious services, and field trips allow ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities like Juniper Village at Monroeville, Ridgecrest of McCandless, and Independence Court of Monroeville, with comments about the beautiful and modern facilities. Residents appreciate the attention to detail, from the we ...
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Individualized care plans. Several reviews mention the customized care plans at communities such as The Palms at O'Neil, Ridgecrest of McCandless, and Juniper Village at Monroeville. Staff members work closely with residents and their families to understand their unique needs and ensure that care plans are tailored ...
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Supportive and communicative staff. Throughout the reviews, the importance of open and consistent communication between staff and families is emphasized. Communities like The Palms at O'Neil, Allegheny Place, and Juniper Village at Forest Hills prioritize regular conversations and updates, helping families feel informed and ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Many reviews highlight the importance of quality meals in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At communities like Juniper Village at Monroeville, Ridgecrest of McCandless, and The Palms at O'Neil, the focus is on offering delicious and nutritious meal options to accommoda ...
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Universal review score based on 116 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 116 reviews of 41 Universal assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Universal 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

Universal review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Universal, PA41 facilities
7.3
Plum, PA32 facilities
7.7
Verona, PA46 facilities

Review subcategories for Universal 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 116 reviews of 41 Universal assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Universal 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.
Universal, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Universal assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Universal assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Universal, 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 Universal 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 Universal that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Universal, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.5%
52.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.3%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.8%
57%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.1%
30.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.2%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.5%
53.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Universal 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 Universal Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Universal, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.9%
51.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.6%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.8%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Universal 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 Universal partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Universal, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.9%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.8%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
26.8%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.5%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.6%
16.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Universal 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 Universal communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Universal, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.1%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
22%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.9%
18.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Universal 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 Universal offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Universal, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.7%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.3%
49.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.6%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.6%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.4%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.1%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
36.6%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
19.5%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.9%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.1%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Universal

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 Universal protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Mt. Lebanon, Paramount Senior Living at South Hills and Apple Blossom are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Universal, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 52 assisted living facilities near Universal, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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