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

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Boyertown

In the eastern central region of Pennsylvania, the charming town of Boyertown is the perfect location for seniors who prefer the quiet, relaxed pace of small-town America, with its rolling hills and valleys. Those who enjoy this lifestyle yet also like occasional outings in a metropolitan area have access to Philadelphia, about 50 miles away.

Seniors residing in Boyertown who are in need of room and board in a safe, welcoming community as well as assistance with daily tasks have 72 assisted living facilities in the area from which to choose. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Boyertown

 

  • Seniors living in Boyerstown enjoy the lower crime rates in the city. Boyerstown ranks 18.3 points lower than the national average and 14.2 less than the state average. Property crime in the city, at 39.1, is nearly the same as the U.S. average.
     
  • The cost of living index in Boyerstown is 100, the same as the national average. While the health care rate is just 2.0 higher, the grocery rate in Boyerstown is 12.2 higher than the average for the country.
     
  • The Boyertown area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Pottstown Hospital - Tower Health, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
     
  • Boyerstown has a sales tax rate of 6.0 percent, the same as the U.S. average. Income tax in the city is 0.5 percent lower than the nation. Pennsylvania completely exempts Social security income from taxation, along with income from 401(k)s and IRAs. 
     
  • The winter climate in Boyerstown is mild for the area. This is largely due to the mountains blocking some of the bitterly cold winds from the northeast. Summers are warm and humid, with a July high of 85 degrees. The January low is 21 degrees and Boyerstown gets about 17 inches of snow annually.
     
  • Public transportation for Boyerstown is provided by the Berk Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA), which offers fixed bus route service and special services. Through their Pennsylvania Senior Citizens Free Ride Program, adults age 65 and older can get a free ID card through BARTA and ride at no cost. 

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Boyertown

Assisted Living costs in Boyertown start around $4,294 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 Boyertown 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.

Cities in Pennsylvania

Douglassville

$4,912

Boyertown

$4,294

Macungie

$4,150

Pottstown

$4,030

US

$4,000

Harleysville

$3,990

Pennsburg

$1,500

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Boyertown

In the state of Pennsylvania, the Medicaid State Plan does not pay for services received in an assisted living residence, nor does it offer any type of waiver program. Those who are receiving SSI may be eligible for a supplement from the state, however. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Financial Assistance in Pennsylvania

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 Assisted Living Resources in Boyertown

Boyertown and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Boyertown, please visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Boyertown

Boyertown-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Pennsylvania

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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BarbaraT1027

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Chestnut Knoll Personal Care and Memory Care

The food is excellent and the coffee is hot. The people are great. I'll try any activity they throw at me and I go to all the exercise classes. I play all the games (as long as they're not cards)....

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Mom4msocg

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Chestnut Knoll Personal Care and Memory Care

A year ago my mother experienced a fall, needed physical therapy & supportive supervision. Chestnut Knoll provided the Fox Physical Therapy Program, one of the best in PA.This enabled her to have...

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Mary

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Chestnut Knoll Personal Care and Memory Care

My parents moved into Chestnut Knoll Personal Care and Memory Care. So far, it's been excellent. The administrative staff has been amazing. The care staff is very good, they're lovely people. The...

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