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Couldn't ask for more caring staff that go out of their way to make life on everybody so easy.
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Interaction with residents most important. Communication and respect. Nice size rooms for sleeping , big enough to have company. Love the activities and posting to allow family to know, really enjoy pictures...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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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.
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
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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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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
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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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 Howard, PA

The average cost of senior living in Howard is $5,252 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Renovo, PA with an average of $2,336 per month.

Assisted living costs in Howard, PA, vs. nearby cities

Howard, PA
$5,252/mo
$5,252/mo

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

Howard, PA
$5,252/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Howard, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,252/mo
$5,530/mo

Assisted living costs in Howard, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,355/mo
Studio
$4,041/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,490/mo

Senior living costs in Howard 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: Howard, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHoward, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,252/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,530/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,644/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Howard, PA:$5,252/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Howard, PA:$5,530/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Howard, PA:$3,644/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Howard, 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 Howard.

What families are saying about assisted living in Howard

Recent reviews for assisted living in Howard

Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley in State College, PA

4.0
We had a rough start adjusting & they seemed to get lost/forgotten by the busy staff. But I stayed an advocate for them to get them the needed attention that they were not always willing to ask for. Most of the staff is very friendly & they work hard. The activities director is amazing. She ...
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Harmony at State College

4.1
It's a lovely facility, and the people have been very nice. They do not have the menu selections they portray, and the follow up by administration has not been great. They seem to be whet-staffed in many areas. Overall, we are happy with our decision, and in comparison to other facilities on the ...
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Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living in State College, PA

3.9
Overall experience. 4 for assisted living, 2 for skilled nursing. Juniper's skilled nursing facility is in need of a major cosmetic overhaul. It is very dark and dingy, compared to the assisted living side, which is very bright and cheerful. Cleanliness. 3 for assisted living, 2 for skilled ...
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Howard assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Howard assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Howard, 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 Howard 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 Howard that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Howard, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
18.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
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
18.2%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
18.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
18.2%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Howard 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 Howard Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Howard 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 Howard partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Howard, PANational
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Howard 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 Howard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Room service
Room service
18.2%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Howard 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 Howard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Howard, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
18.2%
46.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
30.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Howard

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 Howard protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Wynwood House at Salem Hill, Wynwood House at Penns Valley and Whispering Pines are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Howard, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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