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10 Best Nursing Homes in Centre County, PA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Centre County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Centre County, PA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Centre County or another care type is right for you. Browse 15 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Centre County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Highland Park, Burnham and Siglerville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Highland Park, Burnham and Siglerville.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Centre County, PA
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This is a wonderful, caring place. The people are amazing and they listened to my needs. Both my parents live at this facility and I couldn’t be more relieved. It’s close to my home, it’s clean and inviting....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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Welcome to Foxdale Village Neighborhoods of Care For over 20 years, Foxdale Village has built a solid foundation rooted in tradition and a strong sense of community. With a neighborhood atmosphere surrounded by the natural beauty of central Pennsylvania, Foxdale is a place unlike any other. Our...
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Friendly, helpful and courteous staff. Clean and comfortable environment. Many activities such as groups, movies and hobbies. Staff knows me by name and were helpful with getting my loved one settled into a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Welcome to Harmony at State CollegePersonal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in State College, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to...
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living is a senior living community located in State Collage, PA. State College is a municipality located in Centre County and home to about 42,000 people in a bustling college town that's a mix of University of Pennsylvania students and local residents. Ranked...
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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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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 nursing homes in Centre County, PA
The average cost of senior living in Centre County is $5,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Renovo, PA with an average of $2,336 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Centre County, PA vs. nearby counties
Centre County, PA
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Centre County, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Centre County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Centre County, PA by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Centre County over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Centre County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Centre County
Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living in State College, PA
4.5
The staff has been very accommodating, especially regarding food - which is always an issue for my brother (4 in that category from him is good).
I would recommend Juniper Village at Brookline to others.
Juniper Village Wellspring at Brookline in State College, PA
5.0
This is an ideal memory care facility. The team of caregivers are well trained, patient, loving, caring and dependable. They always have the best interests of the residents in their hearts. The facility was designed and built to optimize the function of memory care. The building is very well ...
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Harmony at State College
5.0
Harmony is a very nice looking place and feels like an apartment building, not a facility. The staff is nice and seem to care about the residents.
Centre County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Centre County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Centre 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 Centre County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Centre County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Centre County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.5%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.5%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.2%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.5%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Centre County nursing homes
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 Centre County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Centre County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.3%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.4%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Centre County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Centre County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Centre County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Centre County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Centre County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Centre County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Centre County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Centre County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Centre County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
54.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley, Foxdale Village and Juniper Village Wellspring at Brookline are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Centre County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 15 nursing homes facilities near Centre County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Centre County
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- Siglerville, Pennsylvania
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- Old Fort, Pennsylvania
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- Edendale, Pennsylvania
- Olivia, Pennsylvania
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- Beaverdam, Pennsylvania
- Sandy Ridge, Pennsylvania
- Spring Mills, Pennsylvania
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