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Assisted Living in Pottstown, PA

Pottstown is located in southeastern Pennsylvania, approximately 45 minutes northwest of Philadelphia. Roughly 23,433 people live in this small town; according to the 2020 U.S. Census, 14.2% of them are 65 years of age or older. Pottstown’s sales and income taxes are slightly below national averages, and the cost of housing is a remarkable 45% below the national average. Overall, the cost of living in Pottstown is 12% below the national average, making this a smart retirement location for the budget-minded senior.

Older adults ready to move out of an independent home but don’t need the extensive medical supervision in a nursing home often find assisted living is the right option for them. In assisted living communities, residents can live as independently as possible while also having immediate access to help with critical basics such as medication management and food preparation. In Pottstown, assisted living care costs $5,720 a month, on average.

In this overview of assisted living in Pottstown, we’ll examine some of the nonprofit organizations and government agencies that offer support to Pottstown’s older residents. There’s also a list comparing Pottstown’s prices for assisted living care with those of other Pennsylvania cities.

2 Assisted Living communities in Pottstown, PA | 20 nearby communities

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1. Sanatoga Court

227 Evergreen Road, Pottstown, PA, 19464

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Coventry Manor Nursing Home

3031 CHESTNUT HILL ROAD, Pottstown, PA, 19464

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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20 matching communities nearby Pottstown

1. Chestnut Knoll Personal Care and Memory Care

120 West 5th Street, Boyertown, PA, 19512

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Keystone Villa at Douglassville

1152 Ben Franklin Highway East, Douglassville, PA, 19518

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. The Birches at Harleysville

691 Main Street, Harleysville, PA, 19438

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Greenfield Senior Living of Perkiomen Valley

300 Perkiomen Ave, Schwenksville, PA, 19473

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. The Heritage of Green Hills

200 Tranquility Lane, Reading, PA, 19607

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Spring Mill Senior Living

3000 Balfour Circle, Phoenixville, PA, 19460

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Eagleview Landing

650 Stockton Drive, Exton, PA, 19341

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Arcadia at Limerick Pointe

51 West Arcadia Drive, Limerick, PA, 19468

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Amity Place

139 Old Swede Rd, Douglassville, PA, 19518

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Celebration Villa of Exeter

9 Colin Court, Reading, PA, 19606

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Columbia Cottage Collegeville

901 East Main Street, Collegeville, PA, 19426

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Woodbridge Place

1191 Rapps Dam Road, Phoenixville, PA, 19442

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Penn Assisted Care

68 Main St., Pennsburg, PA, 18073

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Exton Senior Living

600 North Pottstown Pike, Exton, PA, 19341

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Frederick Living

2849 Big Rd, Frederick, PA, 19492

Personal Care

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. Sunrise of Exton

200 Sunrise Boulevard, Exton, PA, 19341

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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Birdsboro Lodge, Birdsboro, PA

17. Birdsboro Lodge

6740 Daniel Boone Road, Birdsboro, PA, 19508

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Complete Care Berkshire

5485 Perkiomen Avenue, Reading, PA, 19606

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. The Landing of Collegeville

1421 South Collegeville Road, Collegeville, PA, 19426

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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20. Peter Becker Community

800 Maple Avenue, Harleysville, PA, 19438

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Pottstown

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Pennsylvania. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in Pottstown

The average monthly cost of assisted living care in Pottstown is $5,720. This cost may vary due to location, amenities and services.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Pottstown

Pottstown’s prices represent a significant jump over those elsewhere in the state. Pennsylvania’s average monthly assisted living care price is $4,100, roughly 29% lower than Pottstown’s. Nationally, the average price is $4,500, approximately 21% lower than Pottstown’s. 

$5720

Pottstown

$4100

Pennsylvania

$4500

The United States

Most regions in the state report lower prices than Pottstown’s. Philadelphia’s prices are somewhat similar at $5,685 a month, as are Lancaster’s at $5,550 a month. Prices drop below $5,000 in the state capital of Harrisburg, where seniors pay an average of $4,828 a month. In Pittsburgh, the price drops to $3,250 a month, and in Scranton, it falls to $2,875 a month. Johnstown residents enjoy the state’s lowest prices for assisted living care at $2,725 a month.

$5720

Pottstown

$5685

Philadelphia

$4828

Harrisburg

$3250

Pittsburgh

$2875

Scranton

$5550

Lancaster

$2725

Johnstown

Note: Data for Pottstown was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Reading, was used instead.

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Pottstown

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Pennsylvania.

Pottstown Assisted Living Resources

ResourceContactService
Montgomery County Office of Senior Services (MCOSS)(610) 278-3000As the official Area Agency on Aging for the region, the MCOSS helps coordinate and deliver services for older adults. In addition to running protective and advocacy services, the agency can provide some help with social support and caregiver respite.
Pennsylvania Health Law Project(215) 625-3990This statewide program works to ensure that low-income Pennsylvanians have access to quality health care by providing free legal representation. Its lawyers can help you save money by identifying and applying for government benefits to which you’re entitled.
TriCounty Active Adult Center (TRAAC)(610) 323-5009This social center brings the area’s seniors together for daily community-based activities that include congregate meals and low-impact fitness classes such as Pilates. The TRAAC also offers meditation practice, age-appropriate self-defense classes and health- and safety-related seminars on fall prevention and diabetes management.
Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP)(215) 542-7433The MATP is for seniors on Pennsylvania’s Medical Assistance program who lack transportation to medical appointments. After enrolling in the MATP, you’ll be able to get free rides on public transportation or get reimbursed for private transportation. In some cases, paratransit services are available. 
Temple University Senior Scholars Program(215) 204-4866If you’re at least 50 years of age, you can participate in this low-cost continuing education program, which gives you an opportunity to take classes alongside undergraduate students without paying traditional tuition. It does not offer academic credit; in addition to the general per-course fee, it may require some class-specific fees.

Pottstown Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Pottstown area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Laws and Regulations for Assisted Living in Pennsylvania