West Mifflin sits southeast of downtown Pittsburgh near the Monongahela River in a region where 193 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 237 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
1318 Arch Street, McKeesport, PA 15132
2.8
(5 reviews)
"My mom is there the last couple months and this place is amazing they have a ha dedicated team of personal Aides , the food is amazing and the management keeps the place clean and nice now it with the new management in place things got even batter th..."
$2,500
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
4750 Clairton Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
4.3
(12 reviews)
"We toured The Residence at Whitehall. They were very nice, but they were above what we could afford. They showed us the studio apartment, which would have been too small for us. We saw the common areas like the lobby, the dining areas, and the craft ..."
$2,475
100 KNOEDLER ROAD, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
3.7
(7 reviews)
"This facility was an excellent. Never once did we have to advocate for my Mum. Her care was exceptional. The hospice care was outstanding. They treated my Mum with respect and dignity. ..."
$3,500
3401 Provost Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15227
4.5
(6 reviews)
"Whitetail Springs Assisted Living and Memory Care is very interactive. It is very clean and very new. As I was walking around, all the staff were out and about, and a great number of the patients were out and about, too. It's a small community of onl..."
$5,200
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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
5785 Baptist Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102
3.9
(15 reviews)
"Paramount Senior Living-Bethel was very welcoming. The staff and residents seemed to have a great interaction with each other. The staff was very knowledgeable and wanted to show my daughter and me everything they had to offer. They have outdoor spa..."
$3,600
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. ..."
$5,850
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
145 Broadlawn Dr, Elizabeth, PA 15027
"My wife’s mother was at Mount Vernon for a short while. The facilities weren’t bad. The dining area was good and clean. ..."
$3,299
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
CARING STARS WINNER
500 Village Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15241
4.4
(17 reviews)
"My mom moved in. The people are just so personable. Every single person is brought out to the community room. They are very attentive. They walk to the units and ask if the patients would like a cup of coffee. It is definitely like a family. The faci..."
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2560 Stroschiein Rd, Monroeville, PA 15146
4.2
(10 reviews)
"I toured Abode Care of Monroeville. The people were very nice. They're very professional. They have all the things that my dad needs. They have enough facilities open right now if I have to make a move, which I'm planning on doing so that I can get h..."
$3,249
1320 Greentree Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
4.2
(19 reviews)
"I went to Juniper Village at South Hills. Everybody there was very nice. The administrator was very nice, friendly, and very thorough with the walkthrough. They're going through renovations. And so the place is immaculate. It's beautiful. The apartme..."
$3,515
45 McMurray Road, Upper St Clair, PA 15241
4.3
(24 reviews)
"I like The Grand Residence at Upper St Clair because they have spacious accommodations for the residents. Their apartments are bigger, so that's nice. It looks like their food is really good. The atmosphere and the way they're decorated is very funda..."
$3,600
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
211 Garnier St, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
2.3
(3 reviews)
"I toured Graceful Care Living. I didn't think that the facility was as clean as I would like it to be. I didn't like the housekeeping of it. The one person we spoke to was very welcoming and kind. It was very spacious. My grandmother is in a wheelcha..."
$2,100
7151 Saltsburg Rd, Penn Hills, PA 15235
4.2
(19 reviews)
"My dad is in a senior living right now called Brookdale Penn Hills. Over the years that he has been there, if there have been any problems, they communicate very well with me and help me to solve any problems that they come up with him. He's taken ca..."
$5,174
528 Dewey Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017
4.2
(7 reviews)
"Wonderful! Mom has lived at Halcyon for 8 months and has thoroughly enjoyed it even though she was reluctant to move at first. Each staff member knows more than her name. They can tell you what mom enjoys doing and talking about. Mom has made many fr..."
$3,450
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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