Located in Luzerne County, Hazleton sits about 35 miles from Allentown and 80 miles from Philadelphia in the east-central part of Pennsylvania. In this region, prospective assisted living residents have 39 facilities to choose from. These facilities charge around $4,362 per month in 2024, trending well below the state norm of $5,550 and the nationwide median of $5,350.
In the following guide, we find an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars among local assisted living communities. To learn more and compare amenities and programs, refer to the 278 reviews reviews below.
350 Hazle Twp Blvd, Hazleton, PA 18202
4.2
(10 reviews)
"We toured The Corrigan House. We drove all the way over there like a two-hour drive, and if it hadn't been so far, that would have been the place that we would have chosen because it was nice. They have separate buildings for different levels. The gu..."
$2,000
23 FAITH DRIVE, Hazleton, PA 18202
4.0
(3 reviews)
"Although a few years ago since my grandfather passed, I still remember visiting him at this facility and am so grateful of his placement there. We spent every holiday we could eating in the dining room and were pleased to see the owners and their chi..."
Pricing not available
CARING STARS WINNER
800 6th Street, Weatherly, PA 18255
4.9
(57 reviews)
"My care at Heritage Hill Assisted Living was excellent. All of my needs were fulfilled by a very caring and professional staff. They went above and beyond. I felt treated like a queen by everyone...."
$2,795
700 3rd Ave, Kingston, PA 18704
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My sister-in-law moved into Serenity Care Kingston. It is very nice and quite inviting. The rooms are clean and updated. They have a nice lounge for the residents to congregate. It has a huge TV and a small fireplace. They have a foyer where the resi..."
$2,950
71 Princeton Avenue, Palmerton, PA 18071
4.5
(9 reviews)
"The Palmerton was very organized. We had to sign in upon arrival, and we had to log our temperature. We had to wear masks and there was a questionnaire about COVID. The facilities were spotless. Everything was absolutely immaculate. They had differen..."
$4,547
240 North Sherman Street, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
4.2
(17 reviews)
"I liked that North Penn Manor was a smaller community and they have more hands on deck. It's a very happy place and I'll be happy to have my friend there. They have two common spaces. One of them was used for multiple purposes, like for entertainment..."
$1,590
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50 East Locust Street, Nesquehoning, PA 18240
4.0
(8 reviews)
"My mom stayed at MapleShade Meadows Senior Living on a respite. She did well there. She wasn't there that long. She had a couple of confused moments, but they took good care of her. It was good. There were always a lot of activities going on. People ..."
$5,100
4605 Werleys Corner Road, New Tripoli, PA 18066
4.0
(7 reviews)
"We looked at numerous facilities before deciding upon Cornerstone for my mother's care. Many of these facilities were beautiful, but somehow cold. Cornerstone on the other hand is very homey and warm. We were able to decorate my mother's room to m..."
$6,000
420 Shaffer Road, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
4.0
(9 reviews)
"We have found a place for my mother, and we have chosen Brookdale Bloomsburg. So far, it looks good. They seem to check all the boxes off of what we need for my mother. She needs to have 24/7 care, and it looks like they're going to provide that. So,..."
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80 Wyoming Ave, Wyoming, PA 18644
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My cousin moved in. They treat him well, he's got a clean place, and the people are nice. If I go there, they wanna talk, or if I ever wanted to. They acknowledged me when I entered the building, so it was a pleasant environment. The rooms are very c..."
$2,950
2050 West Front Street, Berwick, PA 18603
3.5
(2 reviews)
"I took a tour for my father, and I was very impressed. I had no problems with them, they were very informative, and it was a clean place. The one who accommodated me on the tour was very helpful and very nice. They have both studios and apartments, b..."
$3,120
5848 MAIN ROAD, Hunlock Creek, PA 18621
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My aunt has been in Fernwood Manor for about eight weeks now, and she says that she’s going to stay here for a while. It’s all on one floor with pretty long the hallways. If my aunt wants to exercise, she could walk down to the end of the hallway, tu..."
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874 Schechter Drive, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
5.0
(3 reviews)
"We visited Highland Park Senior Living. It was very nice. The people were very, very nice to deal with. However, the place that my loved one is in now is more spacious than what we were looking at in Highland Park. The place itself is very welcoming...."
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2 Woodbridge Road, Orwigsburg, PA 17961
5.0
(3 reviews)
"The Renaissance Home Pinebrook is a small living facility, small enough that they can give individual attention to each resident. They seem to care for their individual needs. My mom is in their assisted living and I think the staff there shows a lot..."
Pricing not available
453 SOUTH MAIN ROAD, Mountain Top, PA 18707
4.8
(6 reviews)
"I can't adequately express my appreciation for the kindness and caring from staff and management that my mom has received while in the nursing facility. The Administrator was diligent in communicating information and discussing the care and treatmen..."
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4244 Memorial Highway, Dallas, PA 18612
4.7
(7 reviews)
"Greenbriar is inviting from the minute the doors slide open. The decor and warmth inside are a delight to the eye. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the activities are in abundance. I wouldn't mind living here when I grow older. Greenbriar g..."
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200 Lake Street, Dallas, PA 18612
4.6
(9 reviews)
"We chose to move my parents to The Meadows Manor because it has a personal care home and then another building across the pond has skilled nursing, so if one of my parents needs skilled nursing, they can still be in the same place and be able to move..."
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2200 First Avenue, Pottsville, PA 17901
4.6
(8 reviews)
"Providence Place of Pottsville was very nice. It was just a little bit more than the price range that we wanted to stay within, but it was a very nice facility and it had nice amenities. They had nice patio areas that you could go outside and sit, so..."
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301 Lake Street, Dallas, PA 18612
4.5
(5 reviews)
"The Mercy Center Skilled Nursing & Personal Care in Dallas is on the campus of College Misericordia. Now, that was really like my first choice. The facility there is beautiful. They have a full church on the campus. It is a very, very clean, very nic..."
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200 SOUTH MEADE STREET, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
4.5
(2 reviews)
"We chose Little Flower Manor of Diocese for my father. He is a lot happier. Overall, it’s a nice place, and I would recommend it. They play bingo almost every day and play cards and checkers. They take trips out to the casino and parks as well. ..."
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Assisted Living
Karen
1.0
Review of The Corrigan House
We went to The Corrigan House. I would not recommend this place. I walked in, and the owner came out, she was very nice and bubbly, but they all sat down and ate at one table. And then there's...
Assisted Living
Denise
4.0
Review of The Corrigan House
I liked that The Corrigan House was open, airy, and very homey. There were lots of seating areas where the residents could congregate and do things together. The rooms were small. They're just a...
Assisted Living
Reviewer RC#0731c
3.0
Review of The Corrigan House
The Corrigan House had a very strong smell to it. The person that I was supposed to be meeting with to do the tours wasn't there. Some of the bathrooms were in disrepair. The lady that I talked to...
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Hazelton costs approximately $4,362 per month. By comparison, local rates fall about $1,200 below the state median and trend lower than costs in nearby cities. For example, in Reading, seniors pay around $4,914. Rates are even higher in Allentown and Lebanon, where facilities charge roughly $5,274 and $5,780, respectively.
Hazleton
$4,362
Pennsylvania
$5,550
The United States
$5,350
Williamsport
$4,500
Allentown
$5,274
Reading
$4,914
Lebanon
$5,780
Hazleton seniors who meet certain eligibility requirements for the Pennsylvania Department of Aging waiver may qualify for financial assistance in order to pay for care within one of the city’s assisted living facilities. In addition, if you receive SSI and need to live in an assisted living facility, the state can pay a supplement to the facility if you qualify.
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.
The monthly rate for assisted living in Hazleton comes in near $4,362, offering substantial savings compared to alternatives that include medical support. By contrast, home health care agencies charge roughly $7,055, and nursing homes set fees near $10,190 for shared living units.
Home Health Care
$7,055
Assisted Living Facilities
$4,362
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$10,190
Note: Since data for Hazleton is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Scranton, instead.
Older adults in Hazleton can reach out to various organizations and programs for help with identifying and obtaining services in the community, including financial planning, health insurance options counseling and legal assistance. The following table also features resources that support older adults’ quality of life through social and recreational programs and volunteer opportunities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Hazleton Active Adult Center | (570) 459-1441 | The Hazleton Active Adult Center provides a range of social and recreational activities for older adults. At this center, members participate in holiday celebrations, informational and educational workshops and congregate meals. The center also hosts health insurance options counselors who can help older adults understand their Medicare coverage. |
| Area Agency on Agency | (570) 822-1158 | The Area Agency on Aging serves older adults in Hazleton and the surrounding region through information and referrals, advocacy and options counseling. It administers APPRISE, the state’s health insurance counseling program for seniors. Through this program, older adults receive free, unbiased one-on-one help with determining the best Medicare coverage options for their needs, comparing long-term care insurance plans and determining eligibility for Medicaid. The agency has volunteer programs for older adults, including the Foster Grandparent Program and RSVP, and it operates senior centers throughout the region. |
| Luzerne County Veteran Affairs Office | (570) 706-3960 | The county’s Veteran Affairs Office helps veterans in Hazleton access local, state and federal benefits, including VA health care enrollment, disability compensation, veterans’ and survivors’ pensions and Aid and Attendance benefits, which can help qualifying individuals cover assisted living costs. The office can also help veterans obtain copies of their military records and ID cards. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (717) 783-8975 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates on behalf of older adults in Hazleton’s assisted living facilities. Ombudsmen help residents understand their rights under state and federal laws and work on their behalf to resolve issues related to quality of care. The program also operates the Virtual Family Council, which features biweekly online meetings with the ombudsman and a team of local experts who answer families’ questions, address general concerns and share information. |
Hazleton-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.
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