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Photo of Brookdale Castle Gardens
1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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106 reviews
9.5
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106 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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My overall experience so far with Castle Gardens has been a 4.5. The staff there is very attentive and caring. The facility is clean and warm and a perfect size for my Mom. There are multiple spaces she can...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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55 Floor plans available
9.4
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17 reviews
9.4
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17 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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Very happy with Elan Gardens!! Would highly recommend. I feel like they are part of the family now. Truly care about their residents. Great people!
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.
When the time comes that living alone is becoming a problem for you or a loved one-assisted living at Elan Gardens may be just the answer. Elan Gardens offers the best of both worlds with private apartment suites and every service imaginable right at your finger tips. Dedicated to offering a...
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8.0
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15 reviews
8.0
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15 reviews
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80%
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13%
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Our family member was very withdrawn and apprehensive about the change of his residence--had lived in the same home for 83 years! While his comfort level took several months to improve, he is a much changed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Conveniently tucked in the sheltering pines is a breath of fresh air. The Pines at Clarks Summit Senior Living, a personal care facility like no other. When it comes time to look for that extra sense of security for your loved one, The Pines is the ideal place. From personal care to Memory...
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Gracious living is full of daily joy, happiness, and realizing the small things in life matter such as a simple smile on everyone's face. Whether it's making a heart out of a piece of paper and they...
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.
Gracious Living Estates is a 65-bed Personal Care Home in Montrose, PA. It has faithfully served the seniors of Northeast Pennsylvania since 1998. GLE meets all of the food, shelter, and personal needs of its Residents.GLE's unit mix is roughly:1/3rd Privates1/3rd Semi-Private Deluxes1/3rd...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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My dad is doing ok since moving into Star Hill. The community is one of the cleanest I have seen in the area. The staff are friendly and help my dad with whatever he needs. They offer some activities. Dad...
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.
Star Hill Rest Home is a senior living community located in Harvey's Lake, PA, in Lucerne County. Harvey's Lake is a waterfront borough community with a population of about 2,700 people. Residents will be able to enjoy the beautiful landscape when they take their walks and daily exercise, and can...

Cost of assisted living in Retta, PA

The average cost of senior living in Retta is $3,458 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Albany, PA with an average of $1,550 per month.

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

Retta, PA
$3,458/mo

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

Retta, PA
$3,458/mo
U.S. national average
$4,614/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,458/mo
$4,786/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,265/mo
Studio
$4,856/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,882/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,555/mo

Senior living costs in Retta 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: Retta, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRetta, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,458/mo$4,271/mo$4,614/mo
Memory Care$4,786/mo$5,453/mo$5,375/mo
Independent Living$3,218/mo$4,265/mo$4,073/mo
Assisted Living
Retta, PA:$3,458/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,614/mo
Memory Care
Retta, PA:$4,786/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,375/mo
Independent Living
Retta, PA:$3,218/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,073/mo
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Assisted living costs in Retta, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Retta 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 Retta, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Retta 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
Retta, PA$4,971/mo$5,436/mo-8.6%
Pennsylvania$4,464/mo$4,483/mo-0.4%
National$4,528/mo$4,620/mo-2.0%
Retta, PA
2024 average cost:$4,971/mo
2023 average cost:$5,436/mo
Percent change:-8.6%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$4,464/mo
2023 average cost:$4,483/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,528/mo
2023 average cost:$4,620/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Retta, 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 Retta.

What families are saying about assisted living in Retta

Recent reviews for assisted living in Retta

Star Hill Rest Home in Harveys Lake, PA

4.5
My mom has been there for years she has always been treated like family I would recommend this personal care home to anyone

Brookdale Castle Gardens in Vestal, NY

5.0
They have all kinds of activities for the residents. The staff is very pleasant, and the dining room and food are great. I would recommend this facility to anyone.

Elan Gardens, Inc. in Clarks Summit, PA

4.0
Elan Assisted Living is great. Unfortunately, Elan Skilled Nursing is not. Skilled Nursing has addressed issues, but new ones keep arising.

Retta review score based on 32 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 11 Retta assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Retta 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

Retta review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
Retta, PA11 facilities
0
Laceyville, PA13 facilities
8.3
Le Raysville, PA18 facilities

Review subcategories for Retta 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 32 reviews of 11 Retta assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Retta 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.
Retta, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
3.9
Friendliness
4.2
4.0
Care services
3.8
3.6
Staff
4.1
3.9
Meals & dining
3.7
3.5
Activities
3.8
3.6
Value for cost*
3.9
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Retta assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Retta assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Retta, 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 Retta 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 Retta that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Retta, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.1%
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
45.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Retta 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 Retta Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Retta, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.3%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Retta 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 Retta partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Retta, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
13.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Retta 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 Retta communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Retta, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Retta 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 Retta offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Retta, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.1%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Retta

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 Retta protect seniors.
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