Located about 30 miles outside of Pittsburgh, Ellwood City sits along Connoquenessing Creek in Beaver County. This region has diverse senior care options, including 22 assisted living facilities. As of 2024, Ellwood City seniors pay around $6,075 for residential care, with the local cost of assisted living outpacing the state norm by about $525.
This directory contains 211 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities, helping you assess the quality of care various communities provide. Overall, these facilities have an average satisfaction rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars stars.
945 Border Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117
3.9
(10 reviews)
"facility is clean, staff are friendly and helpful, they care about the people that live here, the food is not home cooking but its decent and i have no complaints...."
$1,700
117 Shadyrest Road, Ellwood City, PA 16117
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My mother required too much care to go to Trinity Oaks Care Center, but it was a very nice facility. The person during the visit was very good, and the place looked great. I saw people in the dining room, and they seemed happy. It's a beautiful place..."
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1399 Merchant St, Ambridge, PA 15003
3.0
Harmony Haus Senior Living, located at 1399 Merchant Street in the historic district of Ambridge, Pennsylvania, offers assisted living services in a warm and inviting environment. This family-owned and operated community is dedicated to providing individualized, resident-focused care, ensuring that each resident leads a healthier, more purposeful life enriched with wellness, activities, social opportunities, and quality care. The two-story, turn-of-the-century building exudes a homelike atmosphere, reflecting its commitment to comfort and familiarity. Residents at Harmony Haus benefit from a range of amenities designed to enhance their daily living experience. Regular housekeeping and laundry services for both linens and personal clothing are provided, allowing residents to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. The community offers engaging activities such as music sessions and arts and crafts, fostering creativity and social interaction among residents. Dining is a communal experience, with shared meals in the dining room where guests are welcome to join, promoting a sense of community and connection. Safety and personalized care are paramount at Harmony Haus. The community maintains a favorable staff-to-resident ratio, ensuring attentive support tailored to individual needs. Located near the historic Old Economy Village, residents have opportunities to explore local attractions and enjoy the rich cultural heritage of the area. The dedicated and professional staff at Harmony Haus are committed to creating a nurturing environment where residents feel at home and well-cared for. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Provider Directory
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8870 Duncan Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
5.0
(4 reviews)
"What a beautiful place for mom. The facility is very clean. Most importantly is the care and concern the staff has for the residences. I would recommend Ridgecrest to anyone needing a place to reside...."
$5,240
8651 Carey Ln, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The Remington of McCandless has all-day dining, so you don't have a set time to go down to eat. They had a theater and a gathering room. If the family wanted to come in and celebrate something for them, they had this whole area that was beautiful, an..."
$5,825
PROMOTION!
2191 Ferguson Rd, Allison Park, PA 15101
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Everytime I visit the place is getting nicer and more up to date. The staff are friendly and make him happy living there...."
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3450 Harts Run Rd, Glenshaw, PA 15116
4.8
(17 reviews)
"I liked Harmony at Harts Run. It's very nice and very clean. That's really important to me, the cleanliness and just the comfort of the place. The people were very nice and very welcoming. Marissa was very nice. It's a fairly new building...."
$3,590
551 Cooper St, Wexford, PA 15090
4.8
(5 reviews)
"We toured Ashton Commons Senior Living. It was very nice. It's a brand-new place, and it was beautiful. They had cottages, which we didn't go to see because we talked about the price before they took us to show us anything. We knew they were too expe..."
$2,950
937 East Park Avenue, Columbiana, OH 44408
4.7
(14 reviews)
"The building of Whispering Pines Village is beautiful. It's a Georgian court type of thing. It makes you think you're in the Deep South. It was gorgeous. It was really "whispering pines". There were pine trees surrounding this place, so it gave it a ..."
$2,800
3020 Fairport Ln, Cranberry Township, PA 16066
4.7
(9 reviews)
"The place was fabulous. It was very warm and welcoming. The people were so wonderful, explaining everything, all the wonderful features that the facility has. We went down the hall and literally walked through the whole entire thing, seeing each of t..."
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104 Pappan Business Drive, Beaver Falls, PA 15010
4.7
(12 reviews)
"Everyone I met at Celebration Villa of Chippewa was very cordial and very helpful. The young woman that was in charge of admissions spent a good deal of time going over things with me. We went through a tour of the entire building. They have enough s..."
$4,175
100 Bella Court, Saxonburg, PA 16056
4.7
(14 reviews)
"My mom loved Magnolia Place of Saxonburg. We put a deposit down for her, her husband, and their dog. However, my mom's husband's kids, after we did all that, said no, that he couldn't afford it. So we just weren't able to go. My mom loved it, and she..."
$4,000
125 Apple Blossom Way, Moon Township, PA 15108
4.7
(10 reviews)
"I like Apple Blossom Senior Living. They were great. I liked that the people there looked happy. I felt like it would have been a good choice. We saw the rooms. We have a list of the activities that they do. We saw the menus and the restaurant area...."
$4,950
335 W McKinley Way, Poland, OH 44514
4.6
(14 reviews)
"My mother-in-law moved into Poland Village Assisted Living. The first thing that led me there was that they were affordable. The facility is beautiful. It looks like a home. They allow pets there. There are four dogs that live there, and 1 or 2 of th..."
$4,990
7271 W Market St, Mercer, PA 16137
4.5
(5 reviews)
"The Lakes at Jefferson was very large. It had nice amenities. The rooms were nice and spacious and they had beautiful views. The staff was very caring and polite. I didn't taste any food, but I saw the kitchen, and it was nice and clean. I saw the de..."
$1,995
1916 South Lincoln Avenue, Salem, OH 44460
4.4
(11 reviews)
"Brookdale Salem Ohio is like a ranch facility. Everything was on the first floor, which was nice because my mom couldn't walk very well. So, that's perfect. No steps to worry about. They are more casual there because as soon as we pulled into the par..."
$5,030
9565 Babcock Blvd, Allison Park, PA 15101
4.3
(16 reviews)
"GS In my eyes you can find a fancy high end place but it is what happens inside those walls. Inside Grace Manor I have found a staff that is caring and kind also who have become family. My mom is in dementia care and she is treated wonderfully. T..."
$4,800
2224 Walters Road, Allison Park, PA 15101
4.3
(10 reviews)
"Celebration Villa of Allison Park is very organized and very clean. I don't know if I found anything I didn't like. I didn't meet the staff other than the manager that showed me around, and he was good. I guess it was just the time that I showed up. ..."
$4,188
CARING STARS WINNER
900 Lincoln Club Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
4.1
(33 reviews)
"Sunrise of McCandless was a beautiful place to stay, but it was a little expensive. It had all the amenities, a hair salon, and laundry being done. The room was beautiful. It had a little kitchen, a small refrigerator, and a nice bath. My sister-in-l..."
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1 Windsor Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
4.0
(10 reviews)
"The Haven at North Hills was very lovely. All of the rooms were private and very spacious. It was very clean, very bright, and cheery. The dining room was beautiful. They were having some activities while we were there. There were residents attending..."
$4,400
Assisted Living
Natanne
5.0
Review of Northview Estates
facility is clean, staff are friendly and helpful, they care about the people that live here, the food is not home cooking but its decent and i have no complaints.
Assisted Living
Bill
5.0
Review of Northview Estates
My mother stayed at Northview Estates. It's a very good community, but she was a little beyond staying there because her dementia put her over the edge. They have church, crafts, and sing-alongs....
Assisted Living
Bill
5.0
Review of Trinity Oaks
My mother required too much care to go to Trinity Oaks Care Center, but it was a very nice facility. The person during the visit was very good, and the place looked great. I saw people in the...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports assisted living rates of approximately $6,075 per month in Ellwood City, exceeding the respective state and national medians by $525 and $725. Gettysburg and Johnstown have lower monthly rates, with seniors paying around $3,800 and $4,426, respectively. However, local fees compare favorably to rates in Erie, where facilities charge about $8,418.
Ellwood City
$6,075
Pennsylvania
$5,550
United States
$5,350
Johnstown
$4,426
Erie
$8,418
Gettysburg
$3,800
State College
$4,850
Assisted living communities in Ellwood City charge a baseline monthly rate of $6,075.
At this time, the state of Pennsylvania does not provide financial assistance that seniors can use to help pay for care at an assisted living facility. Current state waivers may be used for nursing home care or home support, but not assisted living within a facility. Still, some seniors who qualify and receive SSI benefits may be eligible to receive a monthly supplement that can be used to pay for care at an assisted living facility.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
Assisted living ranks among the costlier senior care options in Ellwood City, with seniors paying around $6,075 per month. This tracks about $1,300 above the cost of in-home care and roughly $3,300 over adult day health care rates. However, assisted living rates run lower than nursing home fees, which come in at around $9,429 and cover 24-hour medical care.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$6,101
Adult Day Health Care
$2,779
Assisted Living Facility
$6,075
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,429
Note: Data for Ellwood City was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Pittsburgh, was used instead.
Ellwood City 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 Ellwood City, please visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
Ellwood City 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.
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