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Assisted living costs in Allegheny County average about $3,656 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 83 communities in Allegheny County. Our detailed directory has 1024 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park
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The staff are caring and friendly. The place is spacious and very clean. My mother loves the food. The only neg is they are short staffed at times, but the people there work very hard to try and cover things
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Paramount Senior Living has been serving the older adult population for over 20 years. Paramount provides quality healthcare in an upscale environment. Paramount has a commitment to provide its residents excellence in service and to enrich their quality of life. Bethel Park is licensed for 125...
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We placed our mom in The Haven six months ago. We have been pleased with her experience there. The staff is friendly and helpful. And very kind to my mom. We would recommend this facility to friends and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Here at The Haven at North Hills, we are more than a memory care facility, we are a memory care community. Located near University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, it offers a warm and welcoming senior community for those in need of assisted living, transitional assisted living, or memory care in...
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We chose this community because of the cost and the location. The food was very good, a lot of times if you missed a meal they would make you what they had on hand. The room sizes were big, they could have...
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.
Photo of The Residence At Weinberg Village
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Residence at Weinberg Village is designed for individuals who wish to remain as independent as possible, but who prefer the security and safety of living in a supportive setting. Comfortable residential suites, centralized dining, and attractive common living areas make this facility a...
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Mom is content = happy the staff is great the food is good and she enjoys playing bingo most of them are genuinely concerned about mom being comfortable and happy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are a locally owned facility providing Personal Care Services for over 37 Years. At Norbert Personal Care, we provide personal care and elderly care services to our residents.At Norbert Personal Care, we believe that trust is truly the foundation of a strong family. We understand that one of...
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We liked how the community when our loved one was there was fairly new. We liked all the amenities they offered and all the different types of levels of care for the residents.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Vincentian Home Personal Care offers a pleasant living environment for older adults who value their independence but require some help with activities of daily living. Residents receive meals, assistance as needed, and are offered a variety of social events to help promote an active and rewarding...
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They made some changes with new director and nurse and boy is this place becoming popular again!! very responsible and kind people. residents seem so happy.
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.
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Photo of Reward Senior Care of Turtle Creek
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Just wanted to say something that says that the place & workers have improved greatly since it was taken over in January & they are trying very hard to improve the experience for the resident. Cleanliness:...
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.
Located in the heart of Turtle Creek, Reward Senior Care brings over 20 years of dedicated experience in senior living to our community. With a proven track record of excellence and compassion, we are proud to extend our commitment to exceptional care and quality of life to our residents and...
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My stay here has improved every year since I've been here. I've lived here since April 2010. The staff and residents have become my close friends. The general cleanliness and overall appearance has improved...
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.
Located on a beautiful lot and tucked into a residential community, Amity Serenity Pines Personal Care Home is a senior living community located in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania. You'll find that our location truly is serene in all that it offers to each of our residents including spacious outdoor...
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Photo of Southwestern Assisted Care Residence
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I will start by telling you that my father is staying at Southwestern, and has been there for three months. I cannot say a bad thing about this place, however I can say from the moment you come in the door...
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.
Southwestern Assisted Care Residence is a senior living community located in Pittsburgh, PA. Pittsburgh is a bustling city in Alleghany County and home to about 306,000 people. Residents will enjoy a lot of available activities including shopping, going to restaurants, going to museums, checking...
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Our 1st cousin has been here for 5 years. Now under new ownership, it’s been painted, new flooring, rooms done over from toilets to mattress. Our cousin is now in a wheel chair and can move about the home,...
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
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.
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.
Nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh, our small personal care home is more than just a residence for seniors; it's a vibrant community where laughter echoes through the halls and bonds of friendship blossom. Within these walls, we've cultivated an environment where every resident thrives, not just...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Home - Our Services - Residential Services Weinberg Terrace Weinberg Terrace is a wonderful place to call home. Our beautiful residence offers comfortable apartments and elegant common areas, warm, friendly staff, individually tailored personal care services, and three delicious kosher meals each...
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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
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Photo of Ahava Memory Care Residence
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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.
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While no facility is perfect, Fair Oaks comes very close. I think a big reason for this is that it's not a "for profit" facility like most others, so the management can focus on ensuring that the residents...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Allegheny County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Allegheny County is $3,656 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blawnox, PA with an average of $3,618 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Allegheny County, PA vs. nearby counties

Allegheny County, PA
$3,656/mo
$3,668/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Allegheny County, PA vs. the state and national average

Allegheny County, PA
$3,656/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Allegheny County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,656/mo
$5,103/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Allegheny County, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,624/mo
Studio
$5,538/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,879/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,471/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,550/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Allegheny County over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Allegheny County, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Allegheny County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Allegheny County

The Faidley House in Monongahela, PA

5.0
The food is good. Help with showers due my disabilities is great. Place is warm in winter, cool in summer. Best is how nice the owners and their employee daughters are to all of us.

Transitions Healthcare Washington

5.0
At Transitions they have taken good care of my mom. They are very attentive to my mom's health and they follow up to make sure things are taken care of .It is a nice place for the money. I recommend it to anyone looking for reasonable care options. The room layout is like a hotel. They have done ...
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The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC in Pittsburgh, PA

5.0
The folks with whom I had direct contact where over the top in their sensitivity to the residents situation. They tried very hard to accommodate my loved ones needs. I thought they did a fabulous job trying to make him comfortable. I can't say enough about the staff. Every time I was there, they ...
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Allegheny County review score based on 248 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 248 reviews of 64 Allegheny County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Allegheny County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Allegheny County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Allegheny County, PA64 facilities
8.1
Millvale, PA79 facilities
8.3
Pittsburgh, PA89 facilities

Review subcategories for Allegheny County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 248 reviews of 64 Allegheny County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Allegheny County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Allegheny County, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.1
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
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Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Allegheny County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Allegheny County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Allegheny County, 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 Allegheny County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Allegheny County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Allegheny County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.9%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.8%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
48.4%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.9%
47.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.2%
52.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Allegheny County assisted living

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 Allegheny County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Allegheny County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.4%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.6%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.9%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Allegheny County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Allegheny County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Allegheny County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.4%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
45.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.3%
16.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Allegheny County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Allegheny County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Allegheny County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Allegheny County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Allegheny County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Allegheny County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.1%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.1%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.1%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
30%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Allegheny County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Allegheny County protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Mt. Lebanon, Paramount Senior Living at South Hills and Apple Blossom are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

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