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Photo of Heritage Hill Senior Community
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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9.3
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I would give a rating of 5 to everything you mentioned. My sister, [name removed], loves to take part in the activities. She never complains about the food. Her room is always clean when we visit her. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Heritage Hill Senior Community is located in scenic Weatherly, Pennsylvania with beautiful views of the Pocono Mountains. Personal care and dementia are the two communities that we provide care for. We ensure that our residents get round the clock individual care. In our personal care program, we...
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9.1
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The staff members are super-friendly and helpful, and made my mom feel welcome. I only had one occasion where my phone call wasn't returned. Their procedures appear to be organized, and the residents well...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
MapleShade offers Personal Care and A Secured Dementia Unit. Please call for details.When it comes to Peace and Tranquility, MapleShade Meadows cannot be beat! Our one floor Senior Living Community is located along a picturesque creek in a meadow in the quiet town of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania....
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7.8
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30 reviews
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The Palmerton is beautiful. Rooms are cozy. Staff are friendly, helpful and supportive. Food choices are limited however tasty. I like being here and recommend it for those looking for help with life's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Breathtaking views overlooking the Lehigh Gap, with a panoramic view of Blue Mountain...The Village at Palmerton is conveniently located near Palmerton Hospital. We are within walking distance from all of your shopping and banking needs. We ask you to come and visit with us and see the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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The owners and staff are very pleasant and helpful. When my parents went to see Pleasant Trees my father was very impressed with the owner's personality. Both my parents chose Pleasant Trees over another...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Pleasant Trees is located in Carbon County’s lush countryside, situated on 5 beautifully landscaped acres at the base of the Blue Mountains. Our philosophy is based on a firm belief that independence is the key to a rewarding and enjoyable life. It is the mission of Pleasant Trees to provide an...
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Even though the building is about 20 years old, when you first walk in you would think it was built last year! The place is immaculate. The woman who works there is great. They have a good amount of...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Cost of assisted living in Carbon County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Carbon County is $3,589 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Penn Lake Park, PA with an average of $2,731 per month.

Assisted living costs in Carbon County, PA, vs. nearby counties

Carbon County, PA
$3,589/mo

Assisted living costs in Carbon County, PA, vs. state and national averages

Carbon County, PA
$3,589/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Carbon County, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,589/mo
$5,264/mo

Assisted living costs in Carbon County, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,485/mo
Studio
$4,488/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,369/mo

Senior living costs in Carbon County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Carbon County, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarbon County, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,589/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,264/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,430/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Carbon County, PA:$3,589/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Carbon County, PA:$5,264/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Carbon County, PA:$3,430/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Carbon County, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Carbon County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Carbon County, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Carbon County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Carbon County, PA$5,037/mo$4,398/mo+14.5%
Pennsylvania$5,251/mo$4,923/mo+6.7%
National$5,202/mo$4,875/mo+6.7%
Carbon County, PA
2024 average cost:$5,037/mo
2023 average cost:$4,398/mo
Percent change:+14.5%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,251/mo
2023 average cost:$4,923/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,202/mo
2023 average cost:$4,875/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Carbon County, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Carbon County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Carbon County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Carbon County

Liza's House in Danielsville, PA

4.3
Pro Food is nutritious and prepared and served to please individuals...very accommodating for food and beverages. Welcoming environment Staff tends to be very pleasant and seem to care about the residents. Staff seems to know the residents. Staff members respond when concerns are brought to ...
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Alexandria Manor Senior Living Centers in Nazareth, PA

4.8
This community is wonderful, the staff members are great. They do offer activities, for example during the holidays they have carolers come by, and in the summer they bring in live entertainment. This community is located in a very nice are and is close to the hospital. From our understanding ...
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The Laurels Senior Living Community in Hazleton, PA

4.8
This is a very nice community, and it is the location we selected for my Mom. I'm familiar with some of the staff and residents, so I knew it would be a good place for her. Everyone is friendly, and it is very clean. I'd like it if they had a bit more coverage for activities, but based on the ...
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Carbon County review score based on 43 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 7 Carbon County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carbon County 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

Carbon County review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Carbon County, PA7 facilities
8.7
Jim Thorpe, PA9 facilities
8.4
Weissport East, PA12 facilities

Review subcategories for Carbon County 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 43 reviews of 7 Carbon County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carbon County 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.
Carbon County, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Carbon County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carbon County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carbon County, 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 Carbon County 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 Carbon County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carbon County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
71.4%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carbon County 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 Carbon County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carbon County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carbon County 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 Carbon County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carbon County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Carbon County 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 Carbon County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carbon County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carbon County 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 Carbon County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carbon County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Carbon County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Carbon County protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Heritage Hill Senior Community, Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living and The Palmerton are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Carbon County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 8 assisted living facilities near Carbon County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Carbon County, Pennsylvania is Atria Bethlehem. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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