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"All inclusive, month to month Independent living and personal care with levels of care up to level 6. We feature on-site no charge laundry, ..."
READ MOREThe average cost of assisted living in the county is $3,400 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the county, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 31 Assisted Living Communities in Berks County and several in surrounding areas.
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"All inclusive, month to month Independent living and personal care with levels of care up to level 6. We feature on-site no charge laundry, ..."
READ MORE1152 Ben Franklin Highway East, Douglassville, PA 19518
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"___________________________ At Keystone Villa at Douglass, we offer our residents a wide array of amenities and services to ensure that o..."
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"Just because your loved one needs supportive services doesn't mean they are ready to give up their independence. At Manor at Market Squa..."
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"__________________________________________ With our convenient location in Reading, Hearthstone at Maidencreek is the community of choice..."
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"Take a ride through Berks County, PA and you will discover a community that is as rich in heritage and culture as it is in beauty. The Schuy..."
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"We are a vibrant, unique community of residents, staff, and volunteers, dedicated to supporting each other in living each day to its fullest..."
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"Welcome to Amity Place. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a hassle-free lifestyle free fr..."
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"The Highlands is situated on 113 acres of gently rolling land with tree-lined roads and walkways located next to the beautiful Wyomissing Pa..."
READ MORE1800 Tulpehocken Rd, Wyomissing, PA 19610
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"The Lutheran Home at Topton is proud of its 50+ years of service providing exceptional lifestyles and health care to Berks County seniors. A..."
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"______________________________________________ Created in 2003 by the sisters Sacred Heart Villa (formerly St. Michael Convent) with a vi..."
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"Now Open - A new secured memory support unit! Mifflin Court Senior Living Community is a lovely place to call home. Our Senior Living and Re..."
READ MORE220 S. FOURTH AVENUE, West Reading, PA 19611
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2900 Lawn Terrace, Reading, PA 19605
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"_____________________________________ Evans Retirement Center is a homelike facility located in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Family owned an..."
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"Berks County, Pennsylvania – Nestled in Reading, Pennsylvania, Hawthorne Home is a personal care facility committed to providing enjoyable..."
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"Laurel Center is located among the tranquil Appalachian Mountains and the rolling hills of farmland, yet close to shopping and dining locati..."
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"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
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"Welcome to Personacare Of Wyomissing! Wyomissing Health & Rehabilitation Center serves the greater Reading Area and is conveniently located ..."
READ MORE"Welcome to St Joseph Adult Day Care!"
READ MORE120 West 5th Street, Boyertown, PA 19512
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"Just because your loved one needs supportive services doesn't mean they are ready to give up their independence. At Chestnut Knoll Perso..."
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"Heather Glen Senior Living's Memory Care Community is grounded on a Philosophy of Wellness. We emphasize the Physical, Spiritual, Emotional,..."
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"Juniper Village at Lebanon provides residents with a great lifestyle for senior living! At Juniper Village we believe that healthy aging req..."
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"Keystone Villa at Ephrata is a lovely independent living, personal care and memory care community located just off of Rt 322 in Ephrata. Key..."
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"At Freedom Village at Brandywine, we are all about people serving people. We work each day to inspire our associates to deliver exceptional ..."
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"At Legend of Allentown, you'll find a vibrant atmosphere that values both community and individuality. Gathering areas are purposefully desi..."
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"Opening Summer 2020 Introducing Eagleview Landing, the newest senior living community in Exton, PA. The location just outside Philadelphia,..."
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"Welcome to Spring Mill, a welcoming senior living community offering a fulfilling lifestyle and personalized care services in Phoenixville, ..."
READ MORE300 Perkiomen Ave, Schwenksville, PA 19473
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"Welcome to Greenfield Senior Living of Perkiomen Valley, an award-winning Personal and Memory Care Community. Originally opened in the 1920_..."
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"We go above and beyond to find ways to enrich your life . . . we focus on your health and wellness to encourage continued independence and t..."
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"Our community is located in the heart of town. We have beautiful outdoor spaces and our deck overlooks the entire valley. We are convenientl..."
READ MORE2015 North Reading Rd., Denver, PA 17517
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"Welcome to Our Home. Our Community. Our Security. Our community is perfect for individuals desiring personal care services or independent l..."
READ MORE30 Old Schuylkill Road, Pottstown, PA 19464
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"Our maintenance-free lifestyle is designed to allow you the freedom to participate in the activities you most enjoy. Forget home maintenanc..."
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"Woodbridge Place is an active Personal Care Community. We also offer a secure and spacious Memory Care neighborhood. Supportive services are..."
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"Penn Assisted Care offers exceptional care to our seniors in a relaxed, home-like setting. Our seniors receive around the clock care from ou..."
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"ELEGANT AMBIANCE A luxurious setting with an open-air plaza, beautiful lounges, grand theater room, hosted bar, outdoor pond, courtyard seat..."
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"Nestled in the vibrant farm community of New Tripoli, which is filled with small-town friendliness, Cornerstone Living offers seniors the pe..."
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"Senior living at the Villa is a setting for people who will benefit from assistance with activities of daily living and socialization opport..."
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"For more than 23 years, Genesis Lehigh Commons has been providing quality health care services in a comfortable and safe environment to our ..."
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"Refund Plans: 90% of Entrance Fee; 40% Refund of Entrance Fee (Price: 80% of Entrance Fee); 0% Refund (Price: 66% of Entrance Fee). Assisted..."
READ MORE410 N Krocks Road, Allentown, PA 18106
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"Frederick Living is a senior living community located in Zieglerville, PA. Positioned some distance from the busy metropolis of Philadelphia..."
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"Garden Spot Village opened in 1996 as a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community that is committed to Christian values and princi..."
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"Refund Plans: 50% of Entrance Fee; Declining Balance (Price: 69% of Entrance Fee); 25% Refund (Price 82% of Entrance Fee). Assisted Living a..."
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"Refund Plans: Declining balance to 25% over 5 yrs.; 0% Refund (Price: approx.83% of Entrance Fee); Monthly Plan with no Entrance Fee (Higher..."
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"At Luther Acres Assisted Living residents enjoy an active lifestyle with an emphasis on independence and dignity, a lifestyle designed to no..."
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3180 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook, PA 19344
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"________________________________________________ Heatherwood Retirement features the finest in personal care and independent living in Penn..."
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"Ideal personal care and independent living community in Schuylkill County, RSH Pinebrook is one of a kind! RSH Pinebrook is an oasis of newl..."
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"Sanatoga Court is a Senior Living Community located in Pottstown (Sanatoga), Pennsylvania. Our Senior Living and Rehabilitative Health campu..."
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"Refund Plan: Declining refund of Entrance Fee over 5 years to 0%. Priority access to Assisted Living and Nursing Care on discounted Fee-for-..."
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"Towne Centre, A Stoneridge Retirement Living, is a senior living community located in the peaceful borough of Myerstown. The borough has a p..."
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724 N Charlotte St, Pottstown, PA 19464
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"Welsh Mountain Home is a senior living community in New Holland, PA. This quiet borough has a population of 5,464 people. With proximity to ..."
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3031 CHESTNUT HILL ROAD, Pottstown, PA 19464
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"Welcome to Cocalico Place! Cocalico Place is only a few blocks from downtown Ephrata, where residents can find a variety of shops, restauran..."
READ MORE"Located in quaint Myerstown, PA, Rile's Home-Aide Haven offers residents a countryside sanctuary. Several churches serve the devotional need..."
READ MORE"Welcome to Mosser! Mosser Nursing Home is a member of the LifeQuest family of healthcare services. LifeQuest is dedicated to the maintenance..."
READ MOREONE VETERANS DRIVE, Spring City, PA 19475
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"The Southeastern Veterans Center is located in the safe, welcoming community of Spring City, Pennsylvania. With a wide selection of shops an..."
READ MORE"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
READ MORE"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
READ MORE401 University Dr, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
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"Welcome to Rosewood Rehab & Nursing Center! Rosewood Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 142-bed facility located in Schuylkill Haven, in..."
READ MOREThe average cost of assisted living in Berks County is $3,400 per month, which is low when when compared with some of the biggest cities in Pennsylvania, including Erie ($4,588) and Philadelphia ($5,318). According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey for 2018, the national average cost of assisted living is $4,000 and the state average is just above the cost in Berks County at $3,750 per month. The least expensive assisted living costs in the state can be found in Gettysburg, where the average monthly cost is just $300 below Berks County at $3,100 per month.
Note: Specific senior care cost data isn’t available for Berks County. Data for the nearest major city, Reading, has been used instead.
In most cities across the United States, the cost of senior living varies significantly depending on the type of care required, and in Berks County, this is particularly true. While assisted living is $3,400 per month, the cost of nursing home care is nearly $8,000 higher at $11,209 per month. Home care services are priced much closer to assisted living at $4,362 per month; however, when factoring in additional housing costs such as rent, utilities and general upkeep, this cost grows considerably higher. In assisted living facilities, these expenses are generally included in the total price.
Pennsylvania’s state Medicaid plan is called Medical Assistance. MA is administered by the state of Pennsylvania and receives financial support from the federal government. The plan provides low-income Pennsylvanians with health insurance that covers the cost of a variety of health care services including primary care, dental care, hospital services and prescription medications. While the program covers the cost of some home care services and long-term nursing care, the state’s standard plan doesn’t cover the cost of assisted living. However, there may be other Medicaid options available to those who need help paying for care in an assisted living facility.
To be eligible for the state’s standard MA, Pennsylvania residents age 65 and older must have a maximum income of $793.10 per month and no more than $2,000 in countable assets. Asset exemptions include the applicant’s home, as well as their personal belongings and a single vehicle.
To apply for MA or to learn more about eligibility and benefits, seniors can call The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services at (866) 550-4355 or apply online.
Community HealthChoices
The Community HealthChoices program is a Medicaid managed care program that provides a variety of services to seniors and disabled persons who require a nursing level of care. The program focuses on providing care that helps its participants delay or avoid the need for nursing home admission with the intention of reducing the cost of care. While it doesn’t explicitly pay for the cost of assisted living, Community HealthChoices does cover a broad range of services that are frequently accessed by those who reside in assisted living facilities and provides its participants with case management services. Some of the other services covered by this program include personal care, primary care, prescription medications, nonmedical transportation and occupational and physical therapy.
To qualify for this program, applicants must be dually eligible for Medicaid and Medicare or require a nursing level of care. To qualify based on need, applicants must undergo a comprehensive physical and cognitive care assessment.
To apply for this program or inquire about the benefits it includes, seniors can call the Office of Long Term Living Provider Call Center at (800) 932-0939.
LIFE
LIFE is a non-Medicaid, state-funded managed care program that’s available to seniors age 55 and up. The program’s participants receive all health care services from providers who operate within the LIFE network in their county. Like the Community HealthChoices program, LIFE doesn’t explicitly cover the cost of assisted living; however, the range of services it provides is broad and includes things such as personal care, socialization activities, social services and nursing care, which are typically services that are accessed by seniors who reside in assisted living facilities.
Services provided are determined by a case manager, and the cost of the program is determined by a sliding scale that’s based on income. Those with little to no income may be eligible for services at no cost, while others may have the option to pay for their services.
To be eligible for LIFE, applicants must be 55 years of age or older and require a nursing or rehabilitation level of care. They are also required to be able to reside safely outside of a nursing care facility or hospital.
Seniors living in Berks County can apply for LIFE by calling Senior LIFE Reading at (610) 404-3200.
Optional State Supplement
The Optional State Supplement program in Pennsylvania helps low-income seniors and disabled persons with the cost of long-term care. The OSS is a cash benefit that’s combined with Supplemental Security Income. While the amount varies depending on the recipient’s living situation, it may be as high as $439.30 for individuals or $957.40 for married couples each month.
To qualify, applicants must be receiving the federal Supplemental Security Income benefit. Seniors can contact the Social Security Administration at (800) 772-1213 to apply or to learn more.
There are a variety of senior centers located throughout Berks County that provide the area’s senior citizens with services and programs designed to enrich their quality of life. While offerings vary from center to center, many provide seminars on health and technology, as well as live entertainment, group outings, meals and social activities.
Berks Encore Senior Centers
(Various locations)
(610) 374-3195
The Center at Spring Street
200 W Spring St, Boyertown, PA
(610) 367-2313
Mami Angie’s Casa De La Amistad Senior Center
501 Washington St 2nd Fl, Reading, PA 19601
(610) 685-1284
The Berks County Area Agency on Aging offers seniors, their families and their caregivers a comprehensive list of services that aim to increase senior independence and protect the dignity of Pennsylvania’s aging population. Services provided include mobility assistance programs, support groups, caregiver training and benefits assistance. Berks County Area Agency on Aging
633 Court St, Reading, PA 19601
(610) 478-6500
Veterans Affairs helps veterans and their spouses and dependents, including survivors, by providing a range of benefits including financial aid, housing assistance and health care services. More information can be obtained by contacting the Berks County Veterans Affairs office.
Berks County Veterans Affairs
726 Cherry St, Reading, PA 19602
(610) 378-5601
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