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10 Best Nursing Homes in West Hazleton, PA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a West Hazleton nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in West Hazleton, PA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in West Hazleton or another care type is right for you. Browse 31 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in West Hazleton.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Penn Forest, Christmans and Drakes Creek.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near West Hazleton, PA

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Davis Manor is committed to providing quality, compassionate, and professional services to the Residents entrusted in our care. The staff at Davis Manor is committed to assisting our Residents attain and maintain their highest level of physical, spiritual, and psychosocial functioning for as...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in West Hazleton, PA

The average cost of senior living in West Hazleton is $4,016 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Penn Lake Park, PA with an average of $3,477 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Hazleton, PA vs. nearby cities

West Hazleton, PA
$4,016/mo
$3,985/mo
$3,863/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Hazleton, PA vs. the state and national average

West Hazleton, PA
$4,016/mo
U.S. national average
$4,804/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Hazleton vs. other types of senior living

$5,092/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,016/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in West Hazleton, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,956/mo
Studio
$4,089/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,739/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in West Hazleton over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in West Hazleton

Recent reviews for nursing homes in West Hazleton

The Laurels Senior Living Community in Hazleton, PA

4.8
This is a very nice community, and it is the location we selected for my Mom. I'm familiar with some of the staff and residents, so I knew it would be a good place for her. Everyone is friendly, and it is very clean. I'd like it if they had a bit more coverage for activities, but based on the ...
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Highland Park Senior Living in Wilkes-Barre Township, PA

4.0
My mother is in the memory care portion of this community. So far everything is working out pretty well. I feel she is, and in good hands. They have a good staff, and they are very friendly when I visit. They provide nice meals for the residents. They could offer more activities in the memory ...
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Renee S Countryside Farm Personal Care Home in Palmerton, PA

5.0
Paula and all her great staff truly are heaven sent. For whatever reason a family member needs to seek out living in a place other than home, the main issue is will they feel comfortable, safe and happy. At Renee's our family member and the rest of us and friends feel this was the perfect ...
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West Hazleton nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Hazleton nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Hazleton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in West Hazleton nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in West Hazleton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Hazleton, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
13.8%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
72.4%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
69%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
24.1%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
72.4%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.6%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Hazleton nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of West Hazleton Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Hazleton, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
17.2%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
6.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
13.8%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Hazleton nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of West Hazleton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Hazleton, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.9%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.3%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
6.9%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Hazleton nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of West Hazleton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Hazleton, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
3.4%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Hazleton nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in West Hazleton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Hazleton, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
10.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.9%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
3.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
24.1%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
13.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20.7%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
3.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
6.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
13.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
10.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Hill Senior Community, Serenity Care Kingston and Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near West Hazleton, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 31 nursing homes facilities near West Hazleton, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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