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Assisted living costs in Shaler average about $3,690 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 62 communities in Shaler. Our detailed directory has 582 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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UPMC took a lot of pressure off of me, providing total care. Of course Cumberland Crossing is a much lower level of care. This was a much better experience than at the previous facility we went to. They had...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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    The Pristine Pines of Wexford is an assisted living community you or your loved can truly call home when living at home is no longer a prudent option. First and foremost, our staff and management are committed to ensuring dignity, privacy and freedom for residents, coupled with...
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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...
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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.
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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.
    At The Pristine Pines of Franklin Park, assisted living means dignity, privacy and freedom for you or your loved one, with just the right level of social activities, support and personalized care to keep life in its proper balance.    Our dedication and...
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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 Shaler, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shaler is $3,690 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blawnox, PA with an average of $3,629 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shaler, PA vs. nearby cities

Shaler, PA
$3,690/mo
$3,686/mo

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

Shaler, PA
$3,690/mo
U.S. national average
$4,736/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,690/mo
$5,058/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,563/mo
Studio
$5,671/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,761/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,692/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,550/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Shaler over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shaler, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Shaler

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shaler

Brookdale Penn Hills

4.9
I would strongly recommend to others. It is a small facility and they know exactly what is going on with my mother. For example, did she come out for lunch.

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.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Flexible care offerings. Many reviews mention the ability to adapt to residents' changing care needs without requiring them to move rooms at Ridgecrest of McCandless, Ridgecrest of McCandless, and Ridgecrest of McCandless.
Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews praise the kind and caring nature of staff at communities such as New Hope Senior Community, Harmony at Harts Run, and Holy Family Manor.
Delicious and flexible dining experiences. Reviews highlight the quality of food and accommodating menus at communities like Brookdale Mt. Lebanon, Juniper Village at Forest Hills, and Ridgecrest of McCandless.
Beautiful and well-maintained facilities. Communities like Allegheny Place, Schenley Gardens, and Holy Family Manor are praised for their cleanliness and attractive settings in reviews.
Active social calendars. Residents enjoy a variety of activities at communities such as Juniper Village at Forest Hills, Allegheny Place, and Ashton Commons, including lectures, concerts, and exercise sessions.
Highly communicative staff. Several families mention the responsiveness of staff at Brookdale Penn Hills, Brookdale Mt. Lebanon, and The Remington of McCandless when addressing questions or concerns.
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Shaler review score based on 132 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 132 reviews of 48 Shaler assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shaler 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

Shaler review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Shaler, PA48 facilities
7.7
Etna, PA72 facilities
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Sharpsburg, PA71 facilities

Review subcategories for Shaler 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 132 reviews of 48 Shaler assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shaler 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.
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Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
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Value for cost*
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Shaler assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaler assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaler, 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 Shaler 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 Shaler that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
54.2%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.9%
34.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.9%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.3%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.6%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.1%
48.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.3%
53.7%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shaler 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 Shaler Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
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52.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
33.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shaler 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 Shaler partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.6%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.6%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
38.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaler 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 Shaler communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
20.8%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaler 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 Shaler offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.8%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.9%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.8%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
38.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.8%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
43.8%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
27.1%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.6%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shaler

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 Shaler 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 Shaler, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

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