Evergreen Assisted Living Ii
822 824 Idlewood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15106
Assisted living residences can support elderly individuals as they age. These communities offer a worry-free retirement lifestyle with chores such as housekeeping and meal preparation taken care of and on-site caregivers to assist with personal care services such as grooming, bathing and medication management. In McMurray, these services cost an average of $3,250 per month, which is significantly lower than both the statewide median and the national average.
This guide is designed to help provide information for seniors and families exploring their long-term care options. It contains information about the cost of assisted living care, some of the benefits and drawbacks of retiring to the McMurray area and a list of local resources for seniors.
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Caring's Family Advisors are here to help you with questions about senior living and care options.
In Pennsylvania, assisted living residences are regulated by the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Human Services Licensing. All licensing is overseen by the bureau’s Division of Licensing Administration. Facilities are inspected annually to ensure they’re upholding state and federal laws and regulations, more often if any violations are found during an inspection.
The Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey reports the average cost of assisted living in the McMurray area is $3,250 per month. This makes the city a very affordable option compared to the state average of $4,100 and the national average of $4,500.
McMurray is one of the least expensive cities for assisted living in Pennsylvania, with costs averaging $3,250 per month. Nearby Johnston is even more affordable; at $2,725 per month, it has the state’s lowest assisted living costs. Rates in Gettysburg ($4,515) and Harrisburg ($4,828) are quite a bit higher than the state average. The state’s most expensive option is Philadelphia, where assisted living costs average $5,685 per month.
McMurray
$3,250
Pennsylvania
$4,100
United States
$4,500
Johnstown
$2,725
Gettysburg
$4,515
Harrisburg
$4,828
Philadelphia
$5,685
Assisted living is one of the most affordable care options in McMurray. The least expensive option is adult day health care at $1,495, best for seniors who need minimal supervision. Those who wish to age in place may consider in-home care or home health care services, both of which cost $5,339 per month. Seniors will get the most comprehensive care at a nursing home. These facilities start at $9,733 per month for a semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,339
Adult Day Health Care
$1,495
Assisted Living Facility
$3,250
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$9,733
 Note: Data for McMurray was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Pittsburgh, was used instead.
The state of Pennsylvania and McMurray do not provide assistance for seniors through the Medicaid State Plan who need help paying for an assisted living facility. The state also does not have any available waivers. Seniors in facilities in this state may need to rely solely on family support or insurance coverage for payment.
There is a PA Code though that states people who receive SSI cannot be charged more than their monthly income for rent and services in an assisted living facility.Â
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.
Seniors in McMurray can benefit from a number of local, regional and statewide programs offered by nonprofit organizations and government agencies. Here are some of the area’s key resources for services such as care coordination, wellness programming, financial guidance and legal aid.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging | (724) 489-8080 or (888) 300-2704 | This agency offers a full range of programs and services to support the health and wellness of the region's aging population. Programs include home and community-based services, health promotion, legal aid, counseling and transportation. Some programs are provided directly through the agency, while others are provided by the agency's 34 subcontractors. |
Aging Services of Washington County | (724) 228-6856 | Aging Services of Washington County facilitates a variety of community-based services for seniors throughout the county who are 60 and older. These include care management, nutritional services and a long-term care ombudsman program. The organization is also responsible for operating congregate meal programs at senior community centers across Washington County. |
Cannonsburg Seniors Citizens Center | (724) 745-5443 | The center offers a place for seniors to socialize with peers, enjoy hot meals and participate in fun activities, including life enrichment classes, computer seminars, exercise programs and local excursions. It also offers services such as health screenings, financial guidance sessions and benefits counseling. Complimentary transportation to and from the facility is available. |
Washington County Veterans Affairs Office | (724) 228-6865 | This office is dedicated to helping veterans and their dependents access the federal, state and county benefits they're entitled to. Service officers provide information about available benefits and assist with the application process. The agency also provides referrals to other VA programs and services such as VA health care facilities, counseling services and support groups. |
SeniorLAW Center | (215) 988-1244 | The center offers older Pennsylvanians free legal advice, information and representation for civil matters, including housing disputes, elder exploitation, benefits counseling, consumer protection and estate planning. It also conducts outreach events and educational workshops to raise awareness of legal issues facing the elderly. Seniors can schedule appointments at the organization's offices or call the Pennsylvania SeniorLAW HelpLine. |
McMurray 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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