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Assisted Living Communities in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Wilkes Barre, PA and Nearby Cities

US

$4,000

Scranton

$3,708

Kingston

$2,712

Wilkes Barre

$2,550

Paying for Assisted Living in Wilkes Barre

Assisted Living costs in Wilkes Barre start around $2,550 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 Wilkes Barre 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 Wilkes Barre

While Pennsylvania doesn’t pay for assisted living services through its Medicaid plan, it may offer funding through other programs. Low-income seniors who receive SSI benefits may receive top-up funding through optional state supplementation.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on ourAssisted 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 Wilkes Barre

Wilkes Barre 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 Wilkes Barre, please visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Wilkes Barre

Wilkes Barre-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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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I visited this facility

Review of Highland Park

We visited Highland Park Senior Living. It was very nice. The people were very, very nice to deal with. However, the place that my loved one is in now is more spacious than what we were looking at...

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T Ford

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Timber Ridge Health Center

My father was placed here for physical therapy after brain surgery. He had little to no mobility and a confused stated of mind at times due to the progression of his cancer. First, they would let...

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Anthony

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Highland Park

Highland Park is a wonderful community. I love the staff there. They go above and beyond what their job calls for. My father is in the dementia unit. They treat everybody like family and they're...

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