Situated in Pennsylvania, 40 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, Latrobe boasts a choice of 5 assisted living facilities. Seniors will also find another 4 options outside the city. While the median cost of assisted living in Pennsylvania stands at $5,550 in 2024, retirees only pay $4,426 in Latrobe. This rate also compares favorably against the national baseline of $5,350.
Our directory contains 243 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in Latrobe to help seniors who are looking for suitable care. On average, reviewers score these facilities 4.2 out of 5 stars stars.
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2021 James Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650
4.7
(9 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Barnes Place. It's close to where I live and my mom liked the idea that there was a little kitchen in the room. I liked that it was single-floor living. There were no multiple floors. The staff and everyone is very nice. Just..."
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500 Brouwers Dr., Latrobe, PA, 15650
4.3
(15 reviews)
"My mom is now at Brookdale Latrobe. When we went there to look at it, it was very clean, and very well-lit. The people there were very helpful and very forthright in explaining what everything was going to happen with my mom. I didn't meet much of t..."
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141 Unity Cemetery Road, Latrobe, PA, 15650
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My mother moved into Kelly's II Personal Care Home. It's small, there are only 8 residents there. The staff is very good, and there are 2 of them 24/7. The room is just like how it would be your bedroom at home, it's very nice. The food is all home-c..."
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501 South Alexandria Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650
4.0
(2 reviews)
"At Latrobe Care Center, they give very personal attention to their more than twenty-eight residents. Every resident is watch and observe. They are given the attention all day long every day and that's why we like them. They have people who come in to..."
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543 McFarland Road, Latrobe, PA, 15650
4.3
(3 reviews)
"Loyalhanna Senior Suites & Personal Care is a very nice place. Mom is in personal care. Her room's huge and has a very big bathroom. When you go down the halls, you're almost like at a hotel. Their dining area is really big and friendly, and they hav..."
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100 Freedom Way, Greensburg, PA, 15601
4.3
(27 reviews)
"Mom is at Newhaven Court at Lindwood and her experience has just been very good for her. The place is good and clean. They're accommodating. We haven't had any issues. They are helpful and kind. Their food is not for everybody. You might not like eve..."
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685 Angela Drive, Greensburg, PA, 15601
3.6
(15 reviews)
"My mother has been there for over 2 years and everyone is wonderful. The rooms are either new or have been remodeled so it is very clean, bright, and cheerful. We have regular care plan meetings and they keep meticulous records of how she is doing..."
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132 NaturePark Rd, Greensburg, PA, 15601
4.0
(4 reviews)
"My mother used to be in Mountain View. In the two weeks that she was there, I had a very good impression of the staff, the facility, and pretty much everything. I had no negative impressions there at all. I've seen a couple of places in the area, and..."
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211 CAROL DRIVE, New Alexandria, PA, 15670
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READ MOREGenworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey reveals seniors pay about $1,124 less than the state median to access assisted living in Latrobe. Several other locations are still more budget-friendly, with care only costing $3,800 in Gettysburg. However, the price of assisted living jumps to $6,075 in Pittsburgh. State College offers an alternative for seniors looking for a larger city, as care only costs $4,850 here.
Latrobe
$4,426
Pennsylvania
$5,550
The United States
$5,350
Johnstown
$6,075
Altoona
$4,850
State College
$3,800
The 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows Latrobe to be one of the more affordable locations in Pennsylvania for seniors choosing assisted living. Its typical fees of $3,550 are 11.8% lower than the state average and 19% lower than the national average.Â
Latrobe seniors who meet certain eligibility requirements for the Pennsylvania Department of Aging waiver may qualify for financial assistance in order to pay for care within one of the city’s assisted living facilities. In addition, if you receive SSI and need to live in an assisted living facility, the state can pay a supplement to the facility if you qualify. Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
Assisted living at $4,426 per month offers the most affordable care in Latrobe, catering to seniors who need occasional help with daily tasks or want to live among other retirees for social opportunities and recreation. However, it doesn't provide many medical services. As such, many seniors with chronic health conditions pay $5,916 more for a semi-private room in a nursing home.
Assisted Living Facility
$4,426
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,342
Note: Since data for Latrobe is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Johnstown, instead.
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Seniors in Latrobe and Westmoreland County can benefit from many resources aimed at enhancing their lives. The following examples provide opportunities for seniors to make new friends and contribute to the community, in addition to getting medical assistance and support if the quality of their care falls below expectations.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Latrobe Senior Center | (724) 539-0237 | Latrobe Senior Center is a hub for the city's older residents. It focuses on activities that stimulate the mind as well the body, in addition to providing healthy, fresh and nutritious meals at lunchtimes on weekdays. Activities include traditional games, such as bingo, billiards and cards. Seniors can also involve themselves in more active pursuits, such as line dancing, aqua aerobics and Jazzercise. |
| Westmoreland County VA Clinic | (724) 216-0317 | Westmoreland County VA Clinic provides primary care services to U.S. military veterans and their families. It also supports those with more specialty care needs, such as survivors of domestic violence and sexual trauma. The facility includes a radiology department and offers podiatry and weight management services. Seniors whose conditions require additional treatment typically transfer to either the Department of Veterans of Affairs Medical Center or the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center, both of which are located in Pittsburgh. |
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) | (724) 925-4213 | Seniors keen to constructively use their spare time and their life skills and experience to help their communities should contact RSVP. The program connects volunteers with a multitude of nonprofit organizations and agencies within Westmoreland County who serve the community. Work examples include helping out in animal care shelters, delivering meals to homebound seniors and, after training, acting as a Medicare counselor for adults not yet enrolled in a plan. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (717) 783-8975 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is a volunteer who educates seniors in assisted living facilities about their rights and advocates for them in disputes with their care providers. There is no charge for the ombudsman's services, which also include issuing inspection reports to seniors comparing assisted living facilities for their own long-term care needs. The families of senior care residents and third parties can register complaints with the ombudsman too. Very serious complaints, such as elder abuse allegations, are transferred to the appropriate authorities. |
The Assisted Living Licensing division of the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services regulates, monitors and issues licenses to assisted living facilities throughout the state. The division operates from a series of semi-independent offices, with Latrobe’s assisted living facilities being supervised by the Southwest Regional Office located in Pittsburgh.
Latrobe-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Susan
5.0
Review of Loyalhanna Senior Suites & Personal Care
Loyalhanna Senior Suites & Personal Care is a very nice place. Mom is in personal care. Her room's huge and has a very big bathroom. When you go down the halls, you're almost like at a hotel. Their...
Assisted Living
Robert
5.0
Review of Brookdale Latrobe
My mom is now at Brookdale Latrobe. When we went there to look at it, it was very clean, and very well-lit. The people there were very helpful and very forthright in explaining what everything was...
Assisted Living
ReviewerFC010324A
5.0
Review of Brookdale Latrobe
We went to Brookdale Latrobe. It was very nice. The only thing that made the difference, I think, for my mom was that the place that she is at does have a little kitchen in it, and she liked that....
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