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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Newtown, PA for 2024

Newtown is a historically rich city with a classic main street, local shops and restaurants and numerous long-term care options. While the local cost of living is comparatively high, retiree-friendly state income tax laws may make the city an affordable option for those with fixed incomes. The city also features low property and violent crime rates, making it appeal to seniors, a demographic that makes up 18% of the 20,000 residents.

For seniors seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle, assisted living is a practical option that provides daily assistance and time-saving services. Assisted living facilities provide housing, three meals daily, personalized care plans and recreational activities, and many feature amenities such as libraries and hair salons. On average, this type of care costs $8,145 per month, which is very high compared to the national average of $4,500 and the state norm of $4,100.

Through this guide, seniors can learn more about assisted living in Newtown, including some of the most common ways seniors in this city pay for monthly care. It also outlines top resources for seniors in the region that may help them find the best solutions for their care needs.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Newtown

Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services licenses assisted living facilities in Newtown and the rest of the state. The department publishes comprehensive information on issues such as disease control, licensing requirements and caregiver training courses, and it investigates complaints of noncompliance and substandard care in assisted living facilities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Newtown

  • Crime is comparatively unusual in Newtown and may promote the environment many retirees are seeking. On a 100-point crime index, the city rates 10.9 for violent crime and 19.1 for property crime. By comparison, national norms are higher at 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. Even so, assisted living facilities help residents stay safe through measures such as alarm systems and high-security locks.
  • Newtown is a relatively expensive place to live compared to the rest of Pennsylvania. The local cost of living is about 17% higher than the national average and over 20 percentage points higher than the state norm. However, this is mainly due to expensive housing-related costs, which seniors may be able to avoid by choosing assisted living.
  • The weather in Newtown is generally comfortable in the spring, summer and fall, with daytime temperatures ranging from 60 to 83 degrees. Winters can be cold, however, with nighttime temperatures dipping into the teens. Assisted living residents often enjoy amenities such as individual climate control, indoor swimming pools and libraries, promoting their comfort and engagement year-round.
  • There are only 131 doctors per capita in Newtown compared to 210 nationally, and health care costs average 20% over the national norm. There are no hospitals in the city, but residents have access to half a dozen major medical facilities within 10 miles of the city center. Many residential facilities have visiting physicians and on-site therapy facilities to further promote access to care.
  • Seniors aged 60 and over in Newtown and the rest of Pennsylvania don’t pay state income taxes on public or private pensions, and the state fully exempts Social Security benefits and withdrawals from retirement savings accounts. Property taxes are very high, but this expense typically doesn’t affect those who live in assisted living facilities.
  • Ozone pollution levels are high in Bucks County, where Newtown is located, with the American Lung Association giving the region an F for this pollution category. Fortunately, assisted living facilities host indoor social and recreational activities throughout the year to accommodate those sensitive to outdoor conditions.

Paying for Assisted Living in Newtown

In Newtown, assisted living residents pay $8,145 per month for care.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living facilities in Newtown charge average monthly rates of $8,145, which is nearly double the state norm of $4,100 and considerably higher than the national rate of $4,500. Other cities in the eastern region of Pennsylvania typically have much lower monthly fees, including Reading, where facilities charge $5,720 for care. Monthly rates in East Stroudsburg average $5,126, and in Allentown, care costs are slightly more moderate at $4,784. In Scranton, rates are nearly $5,300 less per month than in Newtown.

Newtown

$8,145

Pennsylvania

$4,100

United States

$4,500

Scranton

$2,875

Allentown

$4,784

Reading

$5,720

East Stroudsburg

$5,126

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living is among the costliest long-term care options in Newtown, with seniors paying $8,145 per month for care. Seniors who obtain care at home pay $5,148 for in-home care and $5,243 for home health care, and those who attend adult day care save nearly $6,300 per month over assisted living costs. Only nursing home care, which starts at $11,650 per month, is costlier than assisted living.

In-Home Care

$5,148

Home Health Care

$5,243

Adult Day Health Care

$1,866

Assisted Living Facility

$8,145

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$11,650

Note: Data for Newtown was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Trenton, NJ, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Newtown

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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

Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Newtown

Newtown has a network of agencies and programs that provide support and practical services for seniors seeking local long-term care services. Through the following table, seniors can find contact information for organizations such as the Area Agency on Aging, the local legal aid office and the long-term care ombudsman program.

ResourceContactService
Bucks County Area Agency on Aging(267) 880-5700The Area Agency on Aging hosts health classes to help seniors maintain mobility and safety, and it has legal professionals who help with civil issues, such as applying for public benefits and assigning powers of attorney. The organization also provides transportation services to supplement what seniors get through assisted living.
Middletown Senior Citizens Association(215) 945-2920Middletown Senior Citizens Association hosts daily congregate meals for older adults in Bucks County, as well as recreational activities, such as art classes, woodworking shop computer lab and chair yoga. It also hosts the Timeless Treasures thrift store and has a fully outfitted fitness room.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(888) 942-8257The long-term care ombudsman can help older adults understand their care plans and their rights as residents. They can also assist with finding options for paying for assisted living, and they advocate on behalf of assisted living residents in instances regarding involuntary transfers or discharges.
Bucks County Veterans Affairs(215) 345-3307The Department of Veterans Affairs can help older veterans determine eligibility for programs such as Aid and Attendance, which provides a cash benefit that can be used toward assisted living. The office can also refer veterans to services and resources in the community, such as transportation and medical equipment loans.
Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania(215) 781-1111Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania serves those aged 60 and over through assistance with age-related civil issues, such as applying for Social Security and health insurance coverage. It can also help older adults navigate advance planning, drafting wills and liquidating assets to cover long-term care expenses.
Positively Aging Volunteer Program(267) 880-5700The Positively Aging Volunteer Program is a county initiative that provides exclusive volunteer opportunities to seniors. Through this free program, seniors can serve in capacities such as health insurance options counselors, long-term care advocates and nutrition counselors, as well as in intergenerational programs.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Newtown

Newtown Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Pennsylvania

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Review of Pennswood Village

Pennswood Village was good. They treated their residents like royalty, and they were very good to them. The staff seemed very nice. As far as cleanliness, it was very clean. Also, they had...

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Review of The Birches at Newtown

I visited my aunt recently and found the staff to be extremely helpful and friendly towards the residents. My aunt says the food is usually good, and she’s comfortable and enjoys the activities.

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SJ

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of The Birches at Newtown

The only thing I miss is having my own oven but the food is very good. Cranberry bread pudding last night was delicious!

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