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2751 Boulevard Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
4.2
(14 reviews)
"I toured The Gardens of Green Ridge. If my cousin didn't get into the other place, I definitely would have wanted him in The Gardens of Green Ridge. It was beautiful for someone who's looking for a very, very nice, modern, updated place. It's just th..."
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1101 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18510
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Jewish Home of Eastern PA was a very beautiful place. There was no odor. The walls had colors. It's homey and had wooden floors. I only saw the dementia unit. The administrator who showed me around was very kind and answered all my questions. They ju..."
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401 PENN AVENUE, Scranton, PA 18503
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My dad was a resident of this nursing home. I was very impressed with the staff, nurses, volunteers and over all looks of this place. I was always treated with respect as were those who lived there. It was very clean and did not smell like some of t..."
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819 Jefferson Ave., Scranton, PA 18510
4.0
(3 reviews)
"Serenity Care Scranton is clean. The people are friendly. The residents are active...."
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2300 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The first thing that one notices when they enter Our Lady of Peace is Main Street, a long hallway with a high arching ceiling and a floor that mimics the colors and patterns of a cobblestone road. There is a little bistro near the entrance where anyo..."
READ MORE1530 Sanderson Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509
3.0
(5 reviews)
"My father had a pleasant experience at Green Ridge Assisted Living. He was against going at first, but then when it was all over he said that he didn't mind being there, and if he had to go back he would. The staff was nice to him. They were attentiv..."
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100 Linwood Avenue, Scranton, PA 18505
2.7
(4 reviews)
"Fantastic facility! Sharon and the entire staff were just absolutely wonderful. My father was there for a week and he was happy, comfortable, and well taken care of! The staff is compassionate, skilled, and professional. Thank you to everyone at Linw..."
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712 Harrison Ave, Scranton, PA 18510
2.0
(3 reviews)
"We liked Harrison House for my sister. It seemed clean and well cared for. The clientele is what you would expect in a nursing home that is associated with a counseling center. There were people with a lot of different mental health issues. It is s..."
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218 NORTH MAIN AVENUE, Scranton, PA 18504
1.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband is in a personal care facility and that place is called Angels Family Manor. It's gross, it smells, and it's dirty. Everybody there has an issue of some sort. It's overcrowded. They won't let my husband take a tray to his room to eat and h..."
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906 South Main Avenue, Scranton, PA 18504
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501 Pine St, Scranton, PA 18509
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READ MORE101 Smallacombe Dr, Scranton, PA 18508
"Keystone Place Apartments is located in Scranton, PA, which has a population of about 77,000 residents. Northeastern Pennsylvania is home to..."
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824 ADAMS AVENUE, Scranton, PA 18510
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1200 Saginaw St., Scranton, PA 18505
"Located in the picturesquely historic city of Scranton, Pennsylvania, Telespond Senior Services is just minutes away from numerous major sho..."
READ MORE100 Smallacombe Dr, Scranton, PA 18508
"Delaware Tower Apartments is located in the northern part of Scranton, PA. Its convenient location near U.S. Route 11 and Interstate 81 ensu..."
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878 Main Street, Newfoundland, PA 18445
4.8
(27 reviews)
"I am a family friend and come visit often. The home is always clean and the staff is always friendly. The residents are happy and well cared for. They serve delicious meals and have great choices...."
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465 Venard Road, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
4.8
(6 reviews)
"I visited a family member at Elan Gardens. It seemed excellent. She mentioned the food was okay. But as far as the facility itself and the room and everything, it seemed very, very pleasant. The staff seemed very attentive. I saw the area where they ..."
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1300 Morgan Highway, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
4.6
(9 reviews)
"My mom moved to The Pines Senior Living. They're a newer facility. It has larger rooms for the residents, is very accommodating, very clean, and is top-scale. My mom said the food was good. They have activity rooms. They do exercises. They have games..."
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150 Edella Rd, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Willowbrook Place is a perfect place if I was going to send anybody. I had many friends there over the years. My friend was there for two years. It's clean. The people are very personable, and the help is great. The nurses are great. It seems like ev..."
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240 North Sherman Street, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
4.4
(15 reviews)
"I liked that North Penn Manor was a smaller community and they have more hands on deck. It's a very happy place and I'll be happy to have my friend there. They have two common spaces. One of them was used for multiple purposes, like for entertainment..."
READ MOREOn average, assisted living services in Scranton are lower than the Pennsylvania monthly rate of $4,100 and the national median of $4,500. In Pittsburgh, prices are about $375 more than in Scranton at $3,250. Allentown and Harrisburg also have higher costs at $4,784 and $4,828 per month, respectively. The southeastern city of Philadelphia has some of the highest fees in the state at $5,685, which is roughly $2,800 more than Scranton.
Allentown
$4,784
Pennsylvania
$4,100
United States
$4,500
East Stroudsburg
$5,126
Scranton
$2,875
Reading
$5,720
Philadelphia
$5,685
Monthly costs for assisted living in Scranton are around $2,875, but this price can vary depending on the location or the amenities and services offered.
Allentown 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.
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.
Seniors pay around $2,875 per month for assisted living care in Scranton. In-home care and home health care offer similar services to older adults in the comfort of their homes. The cost of monthly care for both is $4,576, which is $1,701 more than assisted living. For a less expensive option, adult day health care has lower rates at $1,603 per month. Nursing homes provide seniors with the most extensive services, and monthly care costs for a shared room are several thousand more than assisted living at $9,429.
In-Home Care
$5,196
Home Health Care
$5,243
Adult Day Health Care
$1,625
Assisted Living Facility
$4,784
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,461
Seniors in Scranton have numerous resources they can access for financial assistance and community-based programs that make assisted living more affordable. Services include transportation, counseling, legal advice and nutritional support. By contacting any of the agencies below, older adults can get more information on how to take advantage of these services.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging | (570) 963-6740 | The Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging provides older adults with in-home- and community-based services and protections to help them live independently for longer. Services include home-delivered meals, transportation, adult day care and personal care services. |
| United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania (UNC) | (570) 346-6203 | UNC is a nonprofit agency dedicated to helping seniors, low-income families and others in need attain self-sufficiency through a variety of programs. For individuals aged 55 and older, the older adult program provides educational, nutritional and social opportunities focused on improving their overall well-being. |
| Scranton Vet Center | (570) 344-2676 | The Scranton Vet Center offers confidential help to local veterans, service members and their families. Counseling services are available to help those struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder, depression or other mental health disorders. Services are held at no cost in a non-medical setting. |
| Pennsylvania Legal Assistance Program | (717) 783-1550 | Pennsylvania's legal assistance program provides older adults with free legal services, including counsel, advice and representation as needed. The program assists with a variety of legal matters, such as housing, guardianship defense, Social Security, abuse, health care, nutrition, Medicare and more. |
| PA Shared Ride / Lottery Program | (570) 963-6795 | Seniors aged 65 and older can qualify for the PA Shared Ride/Lottery Program for free. After receiving a senior pass, older adults can make a reservation with a shared van up to two business days in advance. |
Scranton 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.
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Debbie
4.0
Review of The Gardens of Green Ridge
I liked The Gardens of Green Ridge. It's not far from home. It was nice and clean. It seemed like there was a lot of help. The dining area and the living quarters were very nice. And it seemed like...
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Paulette
5.0
Review of The Gardens of Green Ridge
I toured The Gardens of Green Ridge. If my cousin didn't get into the other place, I definitely would have wanted him in The Gardens of Green Ridge. It was beautiful for someone who's looking for a...
Assisted Living
Barb
4.0
Review of Harrison House
We liked Harrison House for my sister. It seemed clean and well cared for. The clientele is what you would expect in a nursing home that is associated with a counseling center. There were people...
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