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Assisted Living Communities in Newtown, Pennsylvania

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Newtown, PA and Nearby Cities

Assisted living facilities in Newtown charge average monthly rates of $8,145, which is nearly double the state norm of $4,100 and considerably higher than the national rate of $4,500. Other cities in the eastern region of Pennsylvania typically have much lower monthly fees, including Reading, where facilities charge $5,720 for care. Monthly rates in East Stroudsburg average $5,126, and in Allentown, care costs are slightly more moderate at $4,784. In Scranton, rates are nearly $5,300 less per month than in Newtown.

Newtown

$8,145

Pennsylvania

$4,100

United States

$4,500

Scranton

$2,875

Allentown

$4,784

Reading

$5,720

East Stroudsburg

$5,126

Paying for Assisted Living in Newtown

In Newtown, assisted living residents pay $8,145 per month for care.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Newtown

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Newtown, PA

Assisted living is among the costliest long-term care options in Newtown, with seniors paying $8,145 per month for care. Seniors who obtain care at home pay $5,148 for in-home care and $5,243 for home health care, and those who attend adult day care save nearly $6,300 per month over assisted living costs. Only nursing home care, which starts at $11,650 per month, is costlier than assisted living.

In-Home Care

$5,148

Home Health Care

$5,243

Adult Day Health Care

$1,866

Assisted Living Facility

$8,145

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$11,650

Note: Data for Newtown was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Trenton, NJ, was used instead.

Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Newtown

Newtown has a network of agencies and programs that provide support and practical services for seniors seeking local long-term care services. Through the following table, seniors can find contact information for organizations such as the Area Agency on Aging, the local legal aid office and the long-term care ombudsman program.

ResourceContactService
Bucks County Area Agency on Aging(267) 880-5700The Area Agency on Aging hosts health classes to help seniors maintain mobility and safety, and it has legal professionals who help with civil issues, such as applying for public benefits and assigning powers of attorney. The organization also provides transportation services to supplement what seniors get through assisted living.
Middletown Senior Citizens Association(215) 945-2920Middletown Senior Citizens Association hosts daily congregate meals for older adults in Bucks County, as well as recreational activities, such as art classes, woodworking shop computer lab and chair yoga. It also hosts the Timeless Treasures thrift store and has a fully outfitted fitness room.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(888) 942-8257The long-term care ombudsman can help older adults understand their care plans and their rights as residents. They can also assist with finding options for paying for assisted living, and they advocate on behalf of assisted living residents in instances regarding involuntary transfers or discharges.
Bucks County Veterans Affairs(215) 345-3307The Department of Veterans Affairs can help older veterans determine eligibility for programs such as Aid and Attendance, which provides a cash benefit that can be used toward assisted living. The office can also refer veterans to services and resources in the community, such as transportation and medical equipment loans.
Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania(215) 781-1111Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania serves those aged 60 and over through assistance with age-related civil issues, such as applying for Social Security and health insurance coverage. It can also help older adults navigate advance planning, drafting wills and liquidating assets to cover long-term care expenses.
Positively Aging Volunteer Program(267) 880-5700The Positively Aging Volunteer Program is a county initiative that provides exclusive volunteer opportunities to seniors. Through this free program, seniors can serve in capacities such as health insurance options counselors, long-term care advocates and nutrition counselors, as well as in intergenerational programs.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Newtown

Newtown Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Kathryn

I visited this facility

Review of The Birches at Newtown

We toured The Birches at Newtown. It was very welcoming, very bright, and sunny. The residents seem happy. The staff was very nice and attentive. The facility was very nice, very open, and very...

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Gracie

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of The Birches at Newtown

I love my room which is a deluxe efficiency. I have four big windows which give me a lot of light. The food is very good with a few exceptions. You can also order something from an always...

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Ellen Stevenson

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Birches at Newtown

My parents adjusted very well, the staff is very friendly, the housekeeping is on the ball, the place is very clean and has a very inviting tone. The nursing staff is very efficient and warm....

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