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Assisted Living Communities in Newtown, PA
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authentic reviews in Newtown, PA below include Assisted Living facility with 3241 reviews. On average in Newtown, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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Thomas
4.0
Review of The Birches at Newtown
I toured The Birches at Newtown. The community is very nice. The people there were very nice and friendly. The actual building itself was in great shape and well-kept. I didn't talk to any of the...
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N McD
5.0
Review of The Birches at Newtown
I can only address the PT/OT department in this review. I have a relative at the Birches and I would give PT/OT 5 stars Nicole and Erika have miraculously managed to persuade someone who was...
Provider response
We will certainly share this with the FOX therapy team at The Birches! So glad that your "someone" is up and moving again! It is a part of our wellness focus!
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Tony M
5.0
Review of The Birches at Newtown
The Birches is the best thing that's ever happened to my 92 year old father. He is very well taken care of and his mobility has improved significantly. He's feels like this is his home and it's...
Provider response
That is not a compliment that we take lightly. Thank you for trusting us to care for your dad! (We think we are pretty lucky to have him as part of our family here at The Birches!)
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Newtown, PA and Nearby Cities
Assisted living facilities in Newtown charge average monthly rates of $8,145, which is nearly double the state norm of $4,100 and considerably higher than the national rate of $4,500. Other cities in the eastern region of Pennsylvania typically have much lower monthly fees, including Reading, where facilities charge $5,720 for care. Monthly rates in East Stroudsburg average $5,126, and in Allentown, care costs are slightly more moderate at $4,784. In Scranton, rates are nearly $5,300 less per month than in Newtown.
Newtown
$8,145
Pennsylvania
$4,100
United States
$4,500
Scranton
$2,875
Allentown
$4,784
Reading
$5,720
East Stroudsburg
$5,126
Paying for Assisted Living in Newtown
In Newtown, assisted living residents pay $8,145 per month for care.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Newtown, PA
Assisted living is among the costliest long-term care options in Newtown, with seniors paying $8,145 per month for care. Seniors who obtain care at home pay $5,148 for in-home care and $5,243 for home health care, and those who attend adult day care save nearly $6,300 per month over assisted living costs. Only nursing home care, which starts at $11,650 per month, is costlier than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$5,148
Home Health Care
$5,243
Adult Day Health Care
$1,866
Assisted Living Facility
$8,145
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,650
Note: Data for Newtown was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Trenton, NJ, was used instead.
Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Newtown
Newtown has a network of agencies and programs that provide support and practical services for seniors seeking local long-term care services. Through the following table, seniors can find contact information for organizations such as the Area Agency on Aging, the local legal aid office and the long-term care ombudsman program.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Bucks County Area Agency on Aging | (267) 880-5700 | The Area Agency on Aging hosts health classes to help seniors maintain mobility and safety, and it has legal professionals who help with civil issues, such as applying for public benefits and assigning powers of attorney. The organization also provides transportation services to supplement what seniors get through assisted living. |
| Middletown Senior Citizens Association | (215) 945-2920 | Middletown Senior Citizens Association hosts daily congregate meals for older adults in Bucks County, as well as recreational activities, such as art classes, woodworking shop computer lab and chair yoga. It also hosts the Timeless Treasures thrift store and has a fully outfitted fitness room. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (888) 942-8257 | The long-term care ombudsman can help older adults understand their care plans and their rights as residents. They can also assist with finding options for paying for assisted living, and they advocate on behalf of assisted living residents in instances regarding involuntary transfers or discharges. |
| Bucks County Veterans Affairs | (215) 345-3307 | The Department of Veterans Affairs can help older veterans determine eligibility for programs such as Aid and Attendance, which provides a cash benefit that can be used toward assisted living. The office can also refer veterans to services and resources in the community, such as transportation and medical equipment loans. |
| Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania | (215) 781-1111 | Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania serves those aged 60 and over through assistance with age-related civil issues, such as applying for Social Security and health insurance coverage. It can also help older adults navigate advance planning, drafting wills and liquidating assets to cover long-term care expenses. |
| Positively Aging Volunteer Program | (267) 880-5700 | The Positively Aging Volunteer Program is a county initiative that provides exclusive volunteer opportunities to seniors. Through this free program, seniors can serve in capacities such as health insurance options counselors, long-term care advocates and nutrition counselors, as well as in intergenerational programs. |
