Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Scranton, PA below include 36 nursing homes with 172 reviews.
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2741 BOULEVARD AVENUE, Scranton, PA 18509
5.0
(3 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Green Ridge Health Care Center. We were particularly interested in this facility because it's so near my home and we have known several people who have been residents there and they were always very happy there. The staff is..."
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1101 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18510
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Jewish Home of Eastern PA was a very beautiful place. There was no odor. The walls had colors. It's homey and had wooden floors. I only saw the dementia unit. The administrator who showed me around was very kind and answered all my questions. They ju..."
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401 PENN AVENUE, Scranton, PA 18503
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My dad was a resident of this nursing home. I was very impressed with the staff, nurses, volunteers and over all looks of this place. I was always treated with respect as were those who lived there. It was very clean and did not smell like some of t..."
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2500 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mom is staying in Marywood Heights for long-term care. She's in a room with a roommate. The staff is very attentive and nice. There are people cleaning every day, and two gentlemen run the activities. They do movie dates, bingo, and karaoke. They ..."
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2309 STAFFORD AVENUE, Scranton, PA 18505
3.4
(10 reviews)
"Was in rehab for a broken leg. This was my third facilty. 2 others were horrible. This was the best! PT/OT/Speech were awesome! So very glad I went there. They are my heroes! ..."
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100 Linwood Avenue, Scranton, PA 18505
2.7
(4 reviews)
"Fantastic facility! Sharon and the entire staff were just absolutely wonderful. My father was there for a week and he was happy, comfortable, and well taken care of! The staff is compassionate, skilled, and professional. Thank you to everyone at Linw..."
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303 Smallacombe Drive , Scranton, PA 18501
2.2
(11 reviews)
"My mother was a resident of Allied Services Skilled Nursing Center for rehab. The staff members were very attentive, helpful, and nice. The facility itself was nice and outstanding. They have a state-of-the-art rehab facility. They have physical and ..."
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80 East Northampton Street, Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is a resident of Allied Services Skilled Nursing Center. It's an excellent facility, which is a little bit too much for her right now. They're wonderful there. The whole place is fantastic, not only the staff, but also the facilities. It's a b..."
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915 Delaware St, , Forest City, PA 18421
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is staying at Forest City Nursing & Rehab Center. There isn't anything that I don't like. What I love about it is that when you walk in it smells clean. All the residents are really taken care of. They have tons of activities for them. Even..."
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453 SOUTH MAIN ROAD, Mountain Top, PA 18707
4.8
(6 reviews)
"I can't adequately express my appreciation for the kindness and caring from staff and management that my mom has received while in the nursing facility. The Administrator was diligent in communicating information and discussing the care and treatmen..."
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750 Schooley Ave, Exeter, PA 18643
4.8
(6 reviews)
"After spending forty days in the Hospital, 27 of them in critical care, I went to Highland Manor for physical therapy. With their patience & training, they got me walking again. They were so kind & understanding. I would highly recommend this facili..."
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516 St. Mary's Villa Road, Moscow, PA 18444
4.8
(6 reviews)
"This skilled nursing facility is top notch! Very knowledgeable, kind and friendly staff, from reception, housekeeping all the way to admissions. They all took wonderful care of our loved one. So glad we made the choice to place her there...."
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4 E Center Hill Rd, Dallas, PA 18612
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff. Attentive to my grandparents while they were there. Would highly recommend. Therapy was great to get my grandmother back on her feet again...."
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301 Lake Street, Dallas, PA 18612
4.5
(5 reviews)
"The Mercy Center Skilled Nursing & Personal Care in Dallas is on the campus of College Misericordia. Now, that was really like my first choice. The facility there is beautiful. They have a full church on the campus. It is a very, very clean, very nic..."
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911 DELAWARE STREET, Forest City, PA 18421
4.5
(7 reviews)
"My mother moved into Forest City Personal Care. It seemed to be a very good fit because it's a small facility, and the people seemed very friendly. It was all on one floor, and she just really likes it there. They have breakfast, lunch, and dinner in..."
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185 S Mountain Blvd, Mountain Top, PA 18707
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Mountain Top Senior Care & Rehab Center is a good place. They take good care of Mom and she seems to be doing very well there. She's been happy. I like it and she likes it. Right now, she has a private room, so she has a great room. Whenever I go the..."
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200 SOUTH MEADE STREET, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
4.5
(2 reviews)
"We chose Little Flower Manor of Diocese for my father. He is a lot happier. Overall, it’s a nice place, and I would recommend it. They play bingo almost every day and play cards and checkers. They take trips out to the casino and parks as well. ..."
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37 WOODLANDS DRIVE, Waymart, PA 18472
4.5
(2 reviews)
"I checked every one of them out, and Wayne Woodlands Manor is the most pleasant. All on one floor, beautiful long windows that overlook their landscape garden, and it was just more beautiful than any of the others. Plus it's very friendly and clean. ..."
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1000 MILL STREET, Dunmore, PA 18512
4.2
(11 reviews)
"My father is a resident. The rooms are clean. The staff is AMAZING! They are attentive to my father's needs. They actually care about the residents which puts my mind at ease. At times, I feel, they go above and beyond which is very comforting. Thank..."
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200 Second Avenue, Kingston, PA 18704
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom moved into Manorcare in Kingston and she stayed for only 18 days. There are three people to a room, which is a little disconcerting, but other than that they take good care of my mom. The staff and service was very professional. They had quite..."
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Robert
5.0
Review of Marywood Heights
My mom is staying in Marywood Heights for long-term care. She's in a room with a roommate. The staff is very attentive and nice. There are people cleaning every day, and two gentlemen run the...
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Ejsicher
1.0
Review of Allied Services Skilled Nursing Center
This place is disgusting. I have a relative there and the care is almost non existent. She rings for help to get on to a bed pan and the wait is hours. Someone comes in and turns off the call light...
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Terri
5.0
Review of Marywood Heights
Marywood Heights is a very nice community. It's clean. The nurses and the attendants are all very pleasant and helpful. My mother-in-law had some medical problems and the nurses have been right on...
The cost of a semiprivate room in a nursing home is $153 lower than the state average. On the other hand, it’s $2,129 higher than the national average.
Compared to the rest of the state, Scranton falls somewhere in the middle for pricing. Allentown is one of the most expensive areas in the state at $12,471, while Harrisburg is a more reasonable $10,311 — that’s still over $400 more than Scranton. Erie is around $700 lower, and Bloomsburg is one of the cheapest in the state at $8,578, which is $1,307 less per month.
Scranton
$9,885
Pennsylvania
$10,038
The United States
$7,756
Allentown
$12,471
Harrisburg
$10,311
Erie
$9,186
Bloomsburg
$8,578
In Scranton, a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $9,885 per month and a private room costs $10,342 per month.
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.
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.
When considering types of long-term care, the cost of care can be an important factor. In Scranton, the cost of in-home care, for both homemaking and home health aide services, is $4,385 per month, which is $5,500 less than a semiprivate room. Adult day care is the least expensive at only $1,343 per month. With an average of $2,450, assisted living costs about 25% of what nursing home care costs. A private room in a nursing home costs $457 more than a semiprivate room.
Home care
$4,385
Home health care
$4,385
Adult day health care
$1,343
Assisted living
$2,450
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$9,885
Nursing home (private room)
$10,342
This section has a few resources that may benefit homebound seniors in Scranton. The Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging is a good place to start for seniors who still need to apply for Medicare and are still exploring their long-term care options. Low-income seniors can find financial assistance for long-term care through Medicaid’s home- and community-based waiver programs.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) | (570) 963-6740 | The Lackawanna AAA provides a wide range of programs for seniors and their caregivers. Serving county residents aged 60 and older, the care management team can assess an individual’s needs and help them plan for the future. Qualifying caregivers can receive reimbursement for out-of-pocket costs for supplies and respite care, in addition to having access to training and other educational opportunities. |
| Pennsylvania State Medicaid Waivers for Home- and Community-Based Services | (570) 963-6740 | Medicaid can cover the cost of home-and community-based services for residents in Pennsylvania, including in-home nursing care. Qualifying seniors can contact the Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging to find the right Medicaid waiver that fits their needs. The LIFE waiver program is designed for seniors 55 and older who need skilled nursing care and rehabilitation therapies. |
| The Pennsylvania State Long-Term Ombudsman Program | (717) 783-8975 | Ombudsmen are certified by the state to assist residents of long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, with ensuring their needs are met and their concerns addressed. Seniors and loved ones can reach out to an ombudsman regarding lack of quality personal care or lack of healthy meal options, along with cases of elder abuse. To find a local ombudsman, call the Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging or the phone number provided. |
| PA MEDI — Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight | (800) 783-7067 | PA MEDI is the Pennsylvania state health insurance counseling program, offering free and unbiased counseling to Medicare beneficiaries. From helping seniors apply for coverage to reporting fraudulent charges, counselors are certified by the state to assist seniors with a wide variety of medicare needs. Seniors can also find financial assistance for out-of-pocket expenses related to prescription medications and medical supplies. A local medicare counselor can be reached through the Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging or by calling the phone number provided. |
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