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Assisted Living Communities in Erie, PA
Erie serves as the seat of Erie County and the most populous city in Northwestern...
Pennsylvania. It accommodates older adults with daily personal care needs by offering access to assisted living communities throughout the region. According to 2024 care cost data, these facilities charge approximately $8,418 per month, which runs about $3,000 above the state and national medians.
In the following directory, we include 76 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities to aid you in evaluating the quality of care in Erie. These facilities have an average consumer satisfaction rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars stars.
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Marlene
5.0
Review of The Residence at Presque Isle Bay
My mother is at The Residence at Presque Isle Bay. She had expressed interest in that one, so we went and saw it, and my siblings liked it. She is there for assisted living, but it's much more than...
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David
5.0
Review of Regency at South Shore
I just went through two years of cancer treatment, and I'm here in Regency at South Shore because I'm trying to look out for myself. I'm doing OK now, but I don't know what's coming tomorrow. They...
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Doris
5.0
Review of Parkside at Glenwood
My husband moved to Parkside at Glenwood. They have been helpful, like contacting me when anything goes wrong and keeping me updated on how he's doing. The facility is nice. They're starting to...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey indicates that in Erie, seniors pay approximately $8,418 per month for assisted living services. This rate runs thousands of dollars over the state median of $5,550. Local fees also exceed costs in Johnstown, where facilities set fees near $4,426, and Gettysburg, where care costs half as much as in Erie at roughly $3,800.
Erie
$8,418
Pennsylvania
$5,550
United States
$5,350
Pittsburgh
$6,075
Gettysburg
$3,800
Johnstown
$4,426
State College
$4,850
Paying for Assisted Living in Erie
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Erie
The state of Pennsylvania has an Optional State Supplement (OSS) which may provide financial assistance to seniors in Dallas who receive Social Security income.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Assisted living facilities in Erie charge approximately $8,418 per month. This rate brings around $2,600 in savings over typical nursing home fees, but nonresidential options generally cost thousands of dollars less. Home health care costs fall about $3,000 below assisted living fees, and in-home care rates hover near $3,337.
In-Home Care
$3,337
Home Health Care
$5,434
Assisted Living Facility
$8,418
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,041
Free Assisted Living Resources in Erie
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| GECAC Area Agency on Aging | (814) 459-4581 | The GECAC Area Agency on Aging's Community Action Agency program uses state funding and resources to help low-income seniors acquire useful skills and access new economic opportunities. Other services include the Foster Grandparents Program, which helps children improve social, math, reading and writing skills. |
| Erie County Department of Senior Services | (716) 858-7433 | The Erie County Department of Senior Services serves the senior community through the Going Places Transportation Program. It's a curb-to-curb service offered to seniors who can no longer use conventional transportation. The program provides a wide variety of trips, including medical appointments, grocery shopping, banking and recreational activities. |
| Greater Erie Community Action Committee | (814) 459-4581 ext. 593 | This organization’s ombudsman program assists in resolving issues related to the health, welfare, safety and rights of residents of long-term care facilities such as assisted living facilities and nursing homes. |
| Erie VA Medical Center | (800) 827-1000 | Senior military veterans can access pension and health care benefits through two VA veterans' programs. They provide veterans with funding for assistance in the activities of daily living and financial support in long-term care settings. |
| Greater Erie Community Action Committee | (814) 459-4581 | The Greater Erie Community Action Committee has seven senior centers across Erie County and helps seniors 60 years and over live independent and healthy lifestyles. These centers promote personal growth and active participation through a wide range of educational programs, support groups, special events and excursions. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Erie
Erie 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.
