The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in New Wilmington, PA for 2024

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There are 15 Assisted Living Facilities in the New Wilmington area, with 2 in New Wilmington and 13 nearby.

To help you with your search, browse the 226 reviews below for assisted living facilities in New Wilmington. On average, consumers rate assisted living in New Wilmington 2.66 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include New Castle with an average rating of 3.57 out of 5 stars.

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Established in the late 1700s, New Wilmington is a small town situated between Cleveland and Pittsburg with just over 2,000 residents. Popular tours through the town's Amish communities highlight the area's rich history and countryside. While there are no senior centers in the city, there are two that are open to New Wilmington residents in New Castle and Ellwood City. Seniors who are mostly independent but need some help with daily tasks may be interested in local Assisted Living Residences (ALRs).

In Pennsylvania, ALRs are overseen by the state's Department of Human Services.  New Wilmington has two assisted living residences located in the city with 13 more centers in New Castle, Hermitage, Edinburg, Sharon and Mercer. 

• Seniors can enjoy a relatively low cost of living in New Wilmington, with housing prices 30% lower than the national average.
• New Wilmington has no facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospitals located in New Castle, Farrell and Greenville. 
• The New Wilmington Garden Club was established in 1935, providing seniors with community activities and opportunities to help preserve the local wildlife. Dues are paid per year and cost $2.50 per person.
• Both property and violent crime rates in New Wilmington are below the national average, offering a greater sense of security for the aging population. However, when compared to nearby cities such as New Castle, the crime rates of New Wilmington are higher. 
• Temperatures in New Wilmington range from the 80s in the summer to the teens during winter. The city sees both humidity and snowfall, resulting in a low Sperling comfort rating of 45 out of 100 (best), which may have a greater impact on seniors with health issues. 
• While the city's air quality is relatively high, New Wilmington's water quality falls short of the national average. However, due to the high air quality in the city, the risk of air pollution affecting seniors' health is lower than other cities in the state, which may attract seniors. 

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.

Assisted Living costs in New Wilmington start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in New Wilmington and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.