10 Assisted Living Facilities near Milton, PA
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There are 10 Assisted Living Facilities in the Milton area, with 2 in Milton and 8 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Milton is $2,200 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,425.
To help you with your search, browse the 18 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Milton. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Milton 3.2 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Lewisburg with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
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2 Assisted Living Facilities in Milton, PA
Rockwell Retirement Center
8 Assisted Living Facilities near Milton, PA
Elmcroft of Lewisburg
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village
RiverWoods Senior Living Community
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New Concepts Assisted Living
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Milton
A historic Pennsylvania borough, Milton is home to a sizable senior demographic that makes up nearly 20 percent of the town’s overall population. Milton is also home to two assisted living facilities that are regulated and licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. There are another 21 assisted living facilities located nearby. These facilities are designed to provide seniors with assistance for activities and tasks associated with daily life. Also known in the state as personal care homes, these facilities may also offer more specialized care for residents with disabilities or conditions such as dementia.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Milton
- Milton has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Milton Senior Action Center, an organization with social and recreational opportunities for seniors 55 and older. Hot meals and health screenings are also a feature of the center.
- The Milton area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Geisinger Clinic, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- The cost of living index in Milton is 91, which is nine points lower than the national cost of living index. With lower costs, seniors living in Milton may retain more funds to help pay for assisted living.
- Seniors can also save money by living in Milton because the state of Pennsylvania does not tax seniors’ withdrawals from retirement or 401k accounts. Additionally, it does not tax social security checks.
- Many seniors are concerned about residing in a safe community. Milton’s crime rate of 2,183 per 100,000 people is less than the national average, which is 2,837.
- Unfortunately, Milton does not have public bus service. It is home to one Greyhound Bus Station served by Rabbittransit, which offers a Northumberland County Shared Ride program, a type of paratransit service.
Paying for Assisted Living in Milton
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Milton start around $2,200 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 Milton 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Milton
There are a handful of states that do not offer any type of public financial assistance to pay for care within an assisted living facility — and Pennsylvania is one of them. Seniors who receive SSI benefits might still qualify for a monthly supplement that will help defray the costs of care in an assisted living facility.
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Milton
Milton 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 Milton, please visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Milton
Milton-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.
Assisted Living near Milton, PA
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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Milton
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Review of Rockwell Retirement Center
Rockwell Retirement Center had an activity room, but the staff was not as friendly as they were at the other places. The facility was rather rundown because it's an old school that they converted i... Read more
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Review of Rockwell Retirement Center
I visited Rockwell Retirement Center. It was my old high school back when I was a kid before they built a new one way back in 1954. The place was nice, and everything was spiffy inside. It's just w... Read more
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Review of Rockwell Retirement Center
Rockwell Retirement Center is a wonderful place. Their dining room is immaculate. They have people that will help you. I need a wheelchair and they bring it down so I can eat and they bring it down... Read more
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