West Mifflin sits southeast of downtown Pittsburgh near the Monongahela River in a region where 173 assisted living facilities administer personalized care and housing to seniors. In 2024, these residences charge a median monthly rate of $6,075, putting local fees above the state norm of $5,550 and the national baseline of $5,350.
This guide provides a closer look at assisted living communities in West Mifflin through 1466 reviews consumer reviews. Based on this feedback, we find a typical quality score of 4.0 out of 5 stars stars among local facilities.
4043 Irene Street, West Mifflin, PA 15122
4.1
(15 reviews)
"We toured Locust Grove. We liked it. It was pretty nice. We saw a typical room. We walked up to the cafeteria. We looked at their activities schedule and meal schedule. The rooms would come with small refrigerators. I think they said that some people..."
$3,321
500 Lewis Run Road, West Mifflin, PA 15122
3.8
(9 reviews)
"My friends mother is at the nursing home and it was very clean, the food smelled good and the staff was very helpful. If I had to put my mother in a nursing home I would not have a problem sending her there. ..."
$2,209
1399 Merchant St, Ambridge, PA 15003
3.0
Harmony Haus Senior Living, located at 1399 Merchant Street in the historic district of Ambridge, Pennsylvania, offers assisted living services in a warm and inviting environment. This family-owned and operated community is dedicated to providing individualized, resident-focused care, ensuring that each resident leads a healthier, more purposeful life enriched with wellness, activities, social opportunities, and quality care. The two-story, turn-of-the-century building exudes a homelike atmosphere, reflecting its commitment to comfort and familiarity. Residents at Harmony Haus benefit from a range of amenities designed to enhance their daily living experience. Regular housekeeping and laundry services for both linens and personal clothing are provided, allowing residents to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. The community offers engaging activities such as music sessions and arts and crafts, fostering creativity and social interaction among residents. Dining is a communal experience, with shared meals in the dining room where guests are welcome to join, promoting a sense of community and connection. Safety and personalized care are paramount at Harmony Haus. The community maintains a favorable staff-to-resident ratio, ensuring attentive support tailored to individual needs. Located near the historic Old Economy Village, residents have opportunities to explore local attractions and enjoy the rich cultural heritage of the area. The dedicated and professional staff at Harmony Haus are committed to creating a nurturing environment where residents feel at home and well-cared for. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Provider Directory
$2,595
PROMOTION!
2191 Ferguson Rd, Allison Park, PA 15101
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Everytime I visit the place is getting nicer and more up to date. The staff are friendly and make him happy living there...."
$5,800
8870 Duncan Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
5.0
(4 reviews)
"What a beautiful place for mom. The facility is very clean. Most importantly is the care and concern the staff has for the residences. I would recommend Ridgecrest to anyone needing a place to reside...."
$5,240
8651 Carey Ln, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The Remington of McCandless has all-day dining, so you don't have a set time to go down to eat. They had a theater and a gathering room. If the family wanted to come in and celebrate something for them, they had this whole area that was beautiful, an..."
$5,825
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10960 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills, PA 15235
5.0
(3 reviews)
"AP is a real find! You can't do better for cost, living accommodation & staff. Staff is helpful, friendly & attentive & takes care to ensure residents can be interactive & have some fun with games, movies & a great outdoor space for warm weather. ..."
$3,500
2000 Cool Springs Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15234
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I have nothing but praise for all of these employees. They are always cheerful, patient and glad to help. They even get a message to my dad when he doesn't answer the phone. There are plenty of activities and my father is happy with the food. ..."
$5,349
3450 Harts Run Rd, Glenshaw, PA 15116
4.8
(17 reviews)
"I liked Harmony at Harts Run. It's very nice and very clean. That's really important to me, the cleanliness and just the comfort of the place. The people were very nice and very welcoming. Marissa was very nice. It's a fairly new building...."
$3,590
One Woodcrest Circle, Scottdale, PA 15683
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My mom moved into Woodcrest Senior Living Community last Monday. I love the community. It's safe. The employees are completely wonderful. They're all polite and accommodating. I've never seen a high level of care. The place is clean as clean can be. ..."
$1,508
551 Cooper St, Wexford, PA 15090
4.8
(5 reviews)
"We toured Ashton Commons Senior Living. It was very nice. It's a brand-new place, and it was beautiful. They had cottages, which we didn't go to see because we talked about the price before they took us to show us anything. We knew they were too expe..."
$2,950
5300 Clairton Boulevard (Route 51), Pittsburgh, PA 15236
4.8
(5 reviews)
"I like how clean it was, how everything was open and available to all the people who live there, and the staff was great. I looked at both assisted living and independent living. The staff who gave me the tour was very knowledgeable. She gave me a to..."
$3,455
3020 Fairport Ln, Cranberry Township, PA 16066
4.7
(9 reviews)
"The place was fabulous. It was very warm and welcoming. The people were so wonderful, explaining everything, all the wonderful features that the facility has. We went down the hall and literally walked through the whole entire thing, seeing each of t..."
$4,005
CARING STARS WINNER
1050 McNeilly Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15226
4.7
(27 reviews)
"The first impression I had of Brookdale Mt. Lebanon was that it was a quietly cheerful place. The staff was cheerful and the residents were cheerful. There are nearly 200 residents there. They have little dogs on leashes. I hear there are cats. The p..."
$3,235
100 Bella Court, Saxonburg, PA 16056
4.7
(14 reviews)
"My mom loved Magnolia Place of Saxonburg. We put a deposit down for her, her husband, and their dog. However, my mom's husband's kids, after we did all that, said no, that he couldn't afford it. So we just weren't able to go. My mom loved it, and she..."
$4,000
125 Apple Blossom Way, Moon Township, PA 15108
4.7
(10 reviews)
"I like Apple Blossom Senior Living. They were great. I liked that the people there looked happy. I felt like it would have been a good choice. We saw the rooms. We have a list of the activities that they do. We saw the menus and the restaurant area...."
$4,950
CARING STARS WINNER
3275 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017
4.7
(24 reviews)
"The rooms are nice, spacious and bright. Mom enjoys meeting her new friends for delicious meals and the activities. She always has something to do. I recommend Celebration Villa of Lakemont Farms to anyone looking for care for a loved one...."
$4,589
CARING STARS WINNER
2589 Mosside Blvd, Monroeville, PA 15146
4.6
(14 reviews)
"The atmosphere in Juniper Village at Monroeville was very home-like. The director was extremely knowledgeable and the services they provided would be everything that my parents would need. My father liked it a lot. The biggest problem we're finding i..."
$4,635
CARING STARS WINNER
107 Fall Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
4.6
(26 reviews)
"We toured Juniper Village at Forest Hills. The room was very big and clean, and the people were very nice. The staff was very nice and accommodating, and they have a craft area...."
$4,210
240 Cedar Hill Dr, Mcmurray, PA 15317
4.5
(10 reviews)
"My mother-in-law stayed at Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township. It's a very clean facility and has a very professional staff. It seems like a very good place for my mother-in-law to be in. Her room is a suite. It has an area for her bed, a tab..."
$3,500
Assisted Living
Jason
5.0
Review of Locust Grove
We toured Locust Grove. We liked it. It was pretty nice. We saw a typical room. We walked up to the cafeteria. We looked at their activities schedule and meal schedule. The rooms would come with...
Provider response
Thank you Jason for sharing your positive experience touring Locust Grove! We're glad you found the community and staff welcoming, and we'll be sure to pass on accolades to our team. Kind regards...
Assisted Living
Jean
5.0
Review of Locust Grove
My sister is at Locust Grove and it's been a great experience. They take real good care of her and they keep me updated on everything. She's made friends there and she's doing very well. The staff...
Provider response
Thank you so much, Jean for taking time to share your review of Locust Grove. We value your opinion deeply and will share your positive review and accolades of the team members with our leadership...
Assisted Living
jcraig26
1.0
Review of Locust Grove
The staff was great. But, the administration is horrible. My stepmother was a resident of Locust Grove and really liked it. The problem came when she was sent to the hospital after falling and...
Provider response
Hello, my name is Alison and I work at the Elegance Support Center. Thank you for taking time to rate Locust Grove. I have shared your review with our community and regional leadership team. If...
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living facilities in West Mifflin charge around $6,075 per month, with local costs surpassing the Pennsylvania median by about $500. Costs in Erie run higher at roughly $8,418, but other cities in the region have more economical rates. For example, seniors in Johnstown pay approximately $4,426, and rates in Gettysburg hover near $3,800.
West Mifflin
$6,075
Pennsylvania
$5,550
The United States
$5,350
Erie
$8,418
Gettysburg
$3,800
Johnstown
$4,426
State College
$4,850
West Mifflin 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.
Seniors pay assisted living fees of around $6,075 per month in West Mifflin. This rate offers thousands of dollars in savings over nursing home fees, which come in near $9,429 for shared rooms. However, seniors pay less for nonresidential alternatives. For example, seniors pay approximately $2,779 for adult day health care, $4,767 for in-home care and home health care fees, aligning closely with assisted living costs, are about $6,101.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$6,101
Adult Day Health Care
$2,779
Assisted Living Facilities
$6,075
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$9,429
Note: Since data for West Mifflin is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Pittsburgh, instead.
Thanks to federal funding and programs sponsored by Allegheny County, seniors in West Mifflin have access to a variety of resources that can help with long-term care placement and healthy aging. The following organizations are active throughout the area.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging | (412) 350-5460 | The Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging is a no-wrong-door resource for seniors who need information about long-term care and community-based services. It supports nutrition, transportation and recreation programs and helps seniors find alternatives to nursing home care. |
| Allegheny County Older Persons Transportation Program | (412) 562-5385 | OPT provides low-cost door-to-door transportation to seniors. Rides are available for medical appointments, shopping trips and recreational activities from 6 a.m. until midnight seven days a week. Seniors must complete an application to qualify. |
| Eastern Area Adult Services | (412) 829-9250 | This nonprofit group provides meals, sponsors several senior centers and employs an Aging and Disability Information Specialist who can help seniors navigate age-related challenges. Free medical equipment loans are available in partnership with the Turtle Creek Valley Rotary Club. |
| Wesley Family Services | (412) 345-7420 | Wesley Family Services sponsors In Service of Seniors: Pittsburgh and Open Your Heart to a Senior. These programs provide free life-enhancing supports to seniors aged 60 and older in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. Volunteer opportunities are also available to adults who want to give back to neighbors in need. |
| Pittsburgh Cares Retired & Senior Volunteer Program | (412) 471-2114, ext. 203 | Pittsburgh Cares manages the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program for Allegheny County and surrounding areas. This nationwide initiative provides opportunities for adults aged 55 and older to meet like-minded people while using their skills to benefit local hospitals, schools, food banks and community organizations. |
| Allegheny Ombudsman Program | (412) 350-5044 | The ombudsman for Allegheny County is an impartial advocate who serves as a liaison between state agencies, long-term care residents and providers. Advocates visit assisted living facilities in West Mifflin, advise seniors of their rights and investigate complaints. |
| Allegheny County Department of Veterans’ Services | (412) 621-4357 | Military families in West Mifflin can turn to Allegheny County Department Veterans’ Services for free assistance with local, state and federal benefits. Service officers can provide information about Aid & Attendance, life insurance, disability compensation and medical services available through the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. |
West Mifflin-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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