Assisted Living Communities in Williamsport, Pennsylvania

Nestled on the banks of the West Branch Susquehanna River, approximately 130 miles northwest of Philadelphia, the Williamsport area boasts 31 assisted living facilities. In 2024, seniors in...

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Michelle

4.0

February 6, 2025

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Leighton Place

My husband and I used to live in a place called Leighton Place in Williamsport. The thing I liked most about it was the activities. There were lots of arts and crafts and gardening. The thing I...

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Steve

4.0

November 8, 2023

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

Review of Leighton Place

My mother has moved into Leighton Place. They had an opening, and we thought it was a nice place. They seem to know what they're doing. The food is not all that good, and it doesn't seem like...

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Linda

5.0

May 7, 2023

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

Review of Nippenose Valley Village

We chose Nippenose Valley Village for Mom, because it's the closest to home. To me, they're top-of-the-line and it can't get any better. They have fantastic meals. They have tons of activities....

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

According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Williamsport costs $4,500 per month, significantly less than state and national medians. Assisted living also costs $1,956 more in Harrisburg and $350 more in State College. However, facilities in Gettysburg charge about $700 less than those in Williamsport.

Williamsport

$4,500

Pennsylvania

$5,550

United States

$5,350

Harrisburg

$6,456

State College

$4,850

Scranton

$4,362

Gettysburg

$3,800

Paying for Assisted Living in Williamsport

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Williamsport

Williamsport 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.

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 Williamsport, PA

Seniors who require nonmedical assistance with daily activities may be a good fit for assisted living, the most affordable senior care option in Williamsport at $4,500 per month. Those who need medical care can opt for home health care at a monthly cost of $6,292 or nursing home care, the most expensive option in the area, costing around $9,840 for a semi-private room.

Home Health Care

$6,292

Assisted Living Facility

$4,500

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$9,840

Free Assisted Living Resources in Williamsport

Seniors in Williamsport can access a number of free and subsidized resources to help reduce their care costs, some of which are listed below. Other resources can help deal with care-related issues and provide ways of learning new skills and making friends.

Resource	Contact	Service
Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman	(800) 332-8555	The Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman is a free service provided by the state to seniors in residential care. The ombudsman can provide inspection reports for seniors comparing different facilities in Lycoming County, giving them a better understanding of the communities on their shortlists. Residents of communities, their families, and third parties, can also register complaints about care with the ombudsman, who will investigate and attempt to resolve the issue with the facility in question.
HCBS - Medicaid	(877) 867-4014	HCBS (Home and Community Based Services) is a waiver that enables qualifying seniors to have some or all of their assisted living costs paid through Medicaid. Qualification criteria are strict. They include being a U.S. citizen, having a Social Security number and a medical impairment that doesn't require nursing home care but justifies assisted living support. There are also income limits, which are currently 300% of the federal benefit rate for an individual.
Riverwalk Senior Center	(570) 326-0587	Located on the south side of the West Branch Susquehanna River, the Riverside Senior Center is a place for older residents of Williamsport to meet and participate in a range of activities. Those who want to develop their fitness can take part in the tai-chi, Zumba Gold and step classes. Others looking for more gentle outlets for their energies can get involved in the wood carving or art classes, while live music lovers can join friends in square dances. There are also regular picnics and holiday-related festivities.
Williamsport Vet Center	(570) 327-5281	Williamsport Vet Center houses the local VA office, opening on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and on Saturdays by appointment only. In some cases, it can also provide after-hours services. The center's staff can help seniors identify and apply for a range of local, state, and federal services, in addition to veteran-specific benefits, such as the VA Aid and Attendance allowance, which can cover some assisted living costs.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Williamsport

Williamsport-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.