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North Penn Manor
240 North Sherman Street, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
"I saw North Penn Manor. They were struggling a little bit with the staff, but the people there appeared to be very...
Assisted Living
$1,590
Assisted Living Communities in Wilkes Barre, PA
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authentic reviews in Wilkes Barre, PA below include 48 Assisted Living facilities with 392 reviews. On average in Wilkes Barre, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
To support you in your search, our Family Advisors are standing by to provide you with a free, no-obligation care and budget consultation.
We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Wilkes Barre, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
48 Providers
Serenity Care Kingston
700 3rd Ave, Kingston, PA 18704
"We have moved my aunt into here. We chose it for its location. The staff was very professional and very informative...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,950
Tiffany Court at Kingston
700 Northampton St, Kingston, PA 18704
"I have chosen Tiffany Court at Kingston. I just felt comfortable there. I was happy with the staff, too. They're...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,850
Serenity Care Wyoming
80 Wyoming Ave, Wyoming, PA 18644
"My cousin moved in. They treat him well, he's got a clean place, and the people are nice. If I go there, they wanna...
Assisted Living
$2,950
Serenity Care Old Forge
246 S Main St, Old Forge, PA 18518
At Serenity Care Personal Care Community, we handle all of the responsibilities of daily living, giving our residents...
Assisted Living
$2,950
The Gardens of Green Ridge
2751 Boulevard Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
"We chose The Gardens of Green Ridge because of its location and wonderful staff. The director of nursing made me feel so...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,786
The Pines Senior Living
1300 Morgan Highway, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
"The Pines Senior Living was very nice. They have a 2:1 ratio of patients to staff. They have 24-hour coverage. They have...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$5,600
Willowbrook Place
150 Edella Rd, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
"I toured Willowbrook Place. The guy there showed me different rooms, the dining area, and the community rooms where...
Assisted Living
$3,551
The Corrigan House
350 Hazle Twp Blvd, Hazleton, PA 18202
"We are thinking of moving my mom to The Corrigan House. The place looks very beautiful, lovely, and homey. The tour was...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$2,750
Elan Gardens
465 Venard Road, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
"I got a very good vibe at Elan Gardens. They knew their residents and they seemed to care about them. It's a small...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,371
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Heritage Hill Senior Community
800 6th Street, Weatherly, PA 18255
"I've been to Heritage Hill Senior Community many times, and I talked to the girl who was in the office. My husband...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,795
Serenity Care Mid Valley
65 Sturges Rd, Peckville, PA 18452
"My mother has been a resident at Mid Valley Manor since 2011. I can attest first hand to the excellent care that she...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,950
Highland Park
874 Schechter Drive, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
"We visited Highland Park Senior Living. It was very nice. The people were very, very nice to deal with. However, the...
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Complete Care at Riverview Ridge
300 Courtright Ave, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
"Everybody there is so helpful and attentive. The administration helps every step of the way and are constantly making...
Assisted Living
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Little Flower Manor St Therese Res Diocese of Scranton
200 SOUTH MEADE STREET, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
"This facility is a nice facility. The nurses and doctors and workers here were always nice and courteous and always...
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Wyoming Valley Manor
518 WYOMING AVENUE, Kingston, PA 18704
"I volunteered at this facility for a short period of time. The staff was friendly and from all of my experiences...
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Golden Livingcenter - East Mountain
101 EAST MOUNTAIN DRIVE, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
"If at all possible stay away from this place. Care is horrible, staff ignorant and conditions are unreal. My loved one...
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Wesley Village
215 Roberts Road, Pittston, PA 18640
"I'm moving into Brooks Estates at Wesley Village. They have little cottages and homes and I bought one of those. They...
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Plymouth Manor Personal Care Center
120 MARTZ MANOR, Plymouth, PA 18651
"My friend is in Plymouth Manor Personal Care Center. It is very nice, and the staff and the residents are very friendly...
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Mountain Top Senior Care & Rehab Center
185 S Mountain Blvd, Mountain Top, PA 18707
"My experience with the Davis Manor assisted living was pleasant for the most part. The staff seemed to be friendly and...
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Reviewer#RD0724-9
5.0
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...
Assisted Living
T Ford
1.0
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...
Assisted Living
Anthony
5.0
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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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.
