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Photo of Harmony at Harts Run
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4747 Floor plans available
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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.
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77 Floor plans available
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Make sure families get all the details regarding any additional costs related to services upfront and before you move in. Have them explain to the families who you contact for different questions whether it...
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.
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The staff all seem to be very kind, especially maintenance, I believe her name is [name removed], so helpful and kind. I've only met one housekeeper, I believe his name is [name removed], sweetest and...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
For more than 100 years, St. John Communityhas helped seniors thrive spiritually, emotionally,intellectually and physically. Through our vibrantcontinuing care community, our goal is to help you live life to the fullest—with the respect, love and the compassion you deserve.Explore what this...
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Terrace Place is both welcoming and friendly. The staff is very caring and made the transition to apartment-living so much easier for my dad. The staff ensures residents are introduced to one another and...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
WELCOME, NEIGHBOR!Introducing Terrace Place at Vincentian, an active, independent living senior community for adults 55+ welcoming residents since April 2019. Surprisingly priced, Terrace Place offers luxury living without the extra cost!Conveniently located just minutes from abundant shopping...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Shelbourne Personal Care and the overall experience at this facility has been very good. My loved one seems to like the staff and also enjoys the activities, but does...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Shelbourne Personal Care provides the highest level of quality care to our residents in a relaxed, home-like environment. Our staff is always available 24-hours a day to assist with any needs that your loved one might have. At Shelbourne Personal Care, our team of professional staff works around...
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What we like the most about Quality Life Services is the kind and caring staff, and that they keep us well informed on the changes in mother's condition. Yes, we would recommend this community to other...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Before we chose this place we did look at the raving reviews and they are living up to them. The staff here is very friendly ans attentive, if we have any request they do it immediately. It is very clean and...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Pershing Heights, LLC is an independent living community located in the quiet town of New Kensington, PA. Our tiny, calm community is located in the center of a quaint neighborhood within Westmoreland County, serene with a feeling of home. Pershing Heights is a beautiful place to live and a...
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I was looking for a place to move my Mom to from CA. From the first phone call to the tour I was pleased with the pleasant experience. After she moved in I was and still am happy we found Seneca hills. The...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Home - Our Services - Residential Services Weinberg Terrace Weinberg Terrace is a wonderful place to call home. Our beautiful residence offers comfortable apartments and elegant common areas, warm, friendly staff, individually tailored personal care services, and three delicious kosher meals each...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.

Cost of independent living in Tarentum, PA

The average cost of senior living in Tarentum is $5,767 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Apollo, PA with an average of $2,986 per month.

Independent living costs in Tarentum, PA, vs. nearby cities

Tarentum, PA
$5,767/mo
$5,869/mo

Independent living costs in Tarentum, PA, vs. state and national averages

Tarentum, PA
$5,767/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Tarentum, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,807/mo
Independent Living
$5,767/mo

Independent living costs in Tarentum, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,300/mo
Studio
$4,357/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,241/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,502/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,368/mo

Senior living costs in Tarentum 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: Tarentum, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTarentum, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,767/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,341/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,807/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Tarentum, PA:$5,767/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Tarentum, PA:$4,341/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Tarentum, PA:$5,807/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Tarentum

Recent reviews for independent living in Tarentum

The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC in Pittsburgh, PA

4.1
The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They communicate appropriately with family, no matter the time of day. We had a family holiday meal catered at the facility and the food was terrific! We will do it again. My brother has met many people he kn there and has also made some new friends. ...
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Terrace Place at Vincentian in Allison Park, PA

5.0
When trying to find a place for my mother the search was a bit of a downer and all of the places we found just seemed dark and depressing. Until we visited Vicentian Terrace Place. It was bright and just seem more upbeat than anywhere we had been. The apartments were beautiful and the staff was ...
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Shelbourne Personal Care in Butler, PA

5.0
We chose this community for both of my parents.It's very clean and we liked the layout of the room.It's also less expensive than other communities in the area. My mother was very resistant about moving but is now transitioning very well. She is participating in the activities the community ...
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Tarentum independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tarentum independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tarentum, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tarentum independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Tarentum partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tarentum, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
18.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Tarentum independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Tarentum communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tarentum, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tarentum independent 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 independent living communities in Tarentum offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tarentum, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
6.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
47%
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