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Senior Care in Pennsylvania

Explore licensed senior care options across 638 cities in Pennsylvania. Compare 3,304 verified provider listings, review local cost benchmarks, and find comprehensive care planning guides.

Senior Care in Pennsylvania — Family Care Guide

Pennsylvania Senior Care Cost Report

Median assisted living: $6,480/mo. View statewide pricing comparisons, top 10 city benchmarks, and national medians.

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Key Takeaways: Senior Care in Pennsylvania

Directory Scope
3,304 Providers

Verified across 638 cities as of September 2026

Assisted Living Median
$6,480/mo

CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey

In-Home Care Median
$34/hr

Home health aide hourly rate

Nursing Home Median
$164,256/yr

Private room annual baseline

Licensing Authority: Pennsylvania Department of Health regulates and inspects residential care homes and facilities.
Medicaid Assistance: Supported through the Community HealthChoices (CHC) for eligible seniors.

Pennsylvania Senior Care Cost Benchmarks

Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026)

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Care Type Pennsylvania Median Annualized Estimate
Assisted Living Facility $6,480/mo $77,760/yr
Memory Care (Estimated) $8,100/mo $97,200/yr
In-Home Care (Home Health Aide) $34/hr $77,792/yr (44 hrs/wk)
Homemaker Services No data available No data available
Nursing Home (Private Room) $13,688/mo $164,256/yr
Adult Day Health Care $117/day $29,250/yr (5 days/wk)

Pennsylvania Medicaid & State Regulation

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Understanding state regulations and financial assistance programs helps families make informed, secure long-term care placements across Pennsylvania.

State Licensing Agency

Senior care facilities and memory care homes are licensed and inspected by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.

Regular inspections assess staffing ratios, medication administration, sanitation, and resident safety rights.

Medicaid HCBS Waiver

Financial assistance for home care and supportive residential living is provided through the Community HealthChoices (CHC).

Medicaid waivers fund therapeutic and personal care services, though room and board costs typically require private pay.

Cities in Pennsylvania

Verified provider directory inventory as of September 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed senior care facilities operate in Pennsylvania?

The families.care verified directory tracks 3,304 licensed senior care providers across 638 cities in Pennsylvania as of September 2026. This includes assisted living communities, dedicated memory care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and licensed home health agencies.

What is the cost of senior living in Pennsylvania?

The CareScout 2025 survey reports median assisted living in Pennsylvania is $6,480 per month. In-home care aides average $34 per hour, and nursing homes average $164,256 annually for private rooms.

Who regulates assisted living and nursing homes in Pennsylvania?

Senior living facilities in Pennsylvania are regulated and inspected by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Inspection reports, safety audits, and violation records are public records that families should consult prior to admission.

Can Pennsylvania Medicaid help pay for senior care?

Yes. In Pennsylvania, Medicaid covers skilled nursing home care for medically and financially qualified individuals. For seniors seeking home or community care, Pennsylvania provides Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, such as the Community HealthChoices (CHC). These programs help cover personal care and supportive services.

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How we research and verify this information

Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.

Editorial review by John Richie, Senior Care Research Editor.