Assisted Living Communities in Pine Grove, Pennsylvania

Assisted Living costs in Pine Grove start around $0 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 Pine Grove 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.

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 community of Pine Grove has about 2,200 residents, about 400 of whom are seniors. These seniors are served by the Schuylkill County Office of Senior Services, an organization that provides advocacy, protective services and care management. 

In the Pine Grove area, assisted living facilities may be classified as personal care homes or assisted living residences. These facilities in Pine Grove, and throughout Pennsylvania, are governed by the Department of Public Welfare and the Department of Aging, respectively, and they provide supportive services for seniors who need help with daily living activities. Pine Grove has two facilities, and there is one more in nearby Pottsville.   

• The overall cost of living in Pine Grove is about 15% lower than that of the average city, both in the state and the nation as a whole. Seniors who have limited means may find that this borough is a financially viable option for their retirement years.  
  
• In Pine Grove, property crime and violent crime are both rated 13.3 on a 100-point crime index, compared to the respective national averages of 35.4 and 22.7. The city's low crime rate may appeal to seniors who enjoy being active in their community. 
  
• Over the course of a year, high temperatures in Pine Grove range between 37 and 84 degrees, making it one of the warmer places in the state. The month of July tends to be humid, but humidity levels are low for the rest of the year, which may appeal to seniors who prefer dry conditions.  
  
• The air quality in Pine Grove is on par with the national average at 61, meaning that its level of environmental pollutants is similar to that of the nation as a whole. Seniors who have conditions that may be worsened by smog or pollen may want to track daily air pollution forecasts.
  
• In Pennsylvania, seniors don't pay income tax at the state level on retirement income, including that which is taxed at the federal level. This may let Pine Grove seniors budget more money toward assisted living services.
  
• The Pine Grove area has no facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in Lebanon.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.