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I let her down
1.0
Review of Kane Regional Facility Scott Township
A dear friend of mine was a rehabilitation patient at Kane Medical Facility. Her primary diagnosis was congestive heart failure. There was an order for her to ambulate each shift. There was no...
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MCOne
1.0
Review of Kane Regional Facility Scott Township
My mother’s care at Kane Community Living Center – Scott Township was deeply disappointing. After mid‑February, her basic needs were neglected, missed daily weights, missed therapy, and repeated...
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Kelly
5.0
Review of Kane Regional Facility Scott Township
My dad is in Kane Regional Facility Scott Township. He is in the dementia ward, so it's a locked-down ward, but they also have other people who are there who are not in that situation. He was also...
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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
Comparing the monthly median prices of semiprivate rooms in nursing homes, Pittsburgh’s costs exceed those of the average U.S. city by $1,369. However, Pittsburgh’s average is $913 below Pennsylvania’s statewide median of $10,038.
Pittsburgh is cheaper than nearby Pennsylvania cities for nursing home care, except for Johnstown, where the average cost is $152 lower. In State College, seniors pay about $548 more than their peers in Pittsburgh, while the average cost is $1,764 higher in Gettysburg. The difference is even greater in Chambersburg, where median cost exceeds Pittsburgh’s by $2,213 per month.
Pittsburgh
$9,125
Pennsylvania
$10,038
The United States
$7,756
Johnstown
$8,973
Chambersburg
$11,338
State College
$9,673
Gettysburg
$10,889
Nursing Home Costs in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Semiprivate rooms in Pittsburgh nursing homes cost an average of $9,125 per month. The corresponding cost for private rooms here is $10,038.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Comparing the prices of nursing home care to other types of senior care in Pittsburgh can be helpful when determining the best placement for a loved one. The least expensive option is adult day health care, with an average cost of $1,473 per month. Assisted living costs $3,550, while home care and home health care both average $4,576. Nursing home prices are significantly higher, at almost twice the cost of in-home care services. Shared rooms in Pittsburgh cost $9,125 per month on average, while private rooms cost $10,038.
Home care
$4,576
Home health care
$4,576
Adult day health care
$1,473
Assisted living
$3,550
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Nursing home (private room)
$10,038
Free Resources for Seniors in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The following resources are available to Pittsburgh’s seniors and their families to provide information, referrals or financial assistance. Some of these programs can make it easier to remain in the community and delay entry into a skilled nursing facility. They may also help seniors and their families understand their options and be financially prepared to better afford nursing home care when it’s needed.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging | (800) 344-4319 | Allegheny County’s AAA is the portal to community services and resources for residents aged 60 and older. Available services include health insurance counseling, ombudsman long-term care advocacy and support, help applying for needed assistance and advice on alternative long-term care options. The agency also provides information about caregiver support, transportation and senior centers. |
| AgeWell Pittsburgh | (412) 422-0400 | AgeWell provides a wide array of senior services to help delay the transition to an institutional setting, including care coordination, counseling, meal delivery, transportation and friendly visits. The organization also offers in-home safety assessments and personal emergency response systems. |
| Citiparks | 3-1-1 or (412) 255-2621 | Citiparks runs 13 senior community centers that offer socialization, fitness, educational and cultural opportunities for individuals aged 60 and older. Each center also features information and referrals for ACCESS transportation services, PACE prescription assistance, energy assistance and rent rebates. |
| Wesley Family Services | (412) 345-7420 | Wesley Family Services volunteers provide free nonmedical services to help seniors maintain their independence. Participants can receive friendly visits, home safety inspections, transportation to medical appointments and assistance with errands. |
| Lifespan | (412) 464-1300 | Lifespan serves Allegheny County residents aged 60 and older. This nonprofit organization provides case management, home meal deliveries and support for family caregivers. It also operates several community resource centers that host social activities and offer information and assistance to seniors with aging concerns. |
