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McKeesport is a city in age-friendly Allegheny County and offers a range of benefits and amenities to older adults. It’s situated on the banks of the Monongahela and Youghiogheny rivers in the Pittsburgh metro area. The city’s 18,000 residents are served by state-of-the-art medical facilities such as UPMC McKeesport, a nonprofit community hospital specializing in a range of adult services, and numerous medical facilities in the metro area. The city has 381 doctors per 100,000 residents, which is considerably higher than the national average of 210.
McKeesport has a large senior community that accounts for about a fifth of the population. To accommodate those who need help with daily living activities, the city has eight assisted living facilities. The region is a cost-effective location for those seeking this level of care, with local assisted living facilities charging approximately $3,550 per month. Combined with McKeesport’s low cost of living and budget-friendly health care costs, these cost savings may help make the city appealing to older adults seeking an economical retirement option.
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The Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey shows that seniors in McKeesport pay $3,550 per month for assisted living services. This rate is lower than the state median of $3,955 and the national average of $4,300. In nearby states, assisted living costs are higher. In Maryland and New York, rates average $5,000 and $4,800, respectively. Costs in Ohio are more affordable at $4,350, while in West Virginia, fees are somewhat lower at $4,000.
Seniors in McKeesport pay $3,550 per month for assisted living, which is among the lowest rates in the state. However, in Johnstown, monthly costs are even more affordable at $3,025. Lancaster seniors pay approximately $4,050, and in Erie, fees are consistent with the national average at $4,315. State College and Philadelphia have the highest rates in the state at $5,340 and $5,550, respectively.
Note: Data for McKeesport was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Pittsburgh, was used instead.
McKeesport residents aged 60 and older may be eligible for Pennsylvania’s Community HealthChoices Waiver. This waiver covers a range of services in an assisted living setting, including service coordination, assistive technology, personal care and nonmedical transportation. To qualify, applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible permanent residents and require a nursing home level of care.
To learn more about this waiver and other financial assistance options for assisted living in McKeesport, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Allegheny County Older Adults Services | (412) 350-4234 (800) 344-4319 | Older adults in McKeesport obtain information and services through the county’s Older Adults Services division. This agency, which is the designated Area Agency on Aging for the McKeesport region, publishes information relevant to long-term care such as contact information for ombudsman services. It also operates the AAA SeniorLine, which older adults can call for personalized assistance with accessing pharmaceutical assistance, finding local social and recreational programs, and obtaining referrals for community-based services. |
| Allegheny County Veterans’ Services | (412) 621-4357 | The county’s Veterans’ Services Division provides comprehensive information on local, state and federal veterans’ programs, which can help older adults access services in the community such as financial planning, income tax breaks, transportation services and social and recreational programs. It also has benefits specialists who screen individuals for eligibility for veterans’ and survivors’ pensions and Aid and Attendance benefits, which can help them cover assisted living costs. |
| Neighborhood Legal Services | (866) 761-6572 | Neighborhood Legal Services has licensed professionals who provide free civil legal services to those aged 60 and over in McKeesport. Through this local agency, seniors get benefits counseling and assistance applying for Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income, which can help them cover long-term care service costs. |
| LifeSpan | (412) 464-1300 | LifeSpan is a local nonprofit agency that serves those aged 60 and over. It has virtual programming that allows individuals to participate in line dancing, crafts, cooking and fitness classes remotely. It also operates a senior center in McKeesport where older adults can attend classes and enjoy congregate meals with their peers. |
| PA MEDI | (412) 661-1438 | PA MEDI is the state’s health insurance counseling program. This program has a helpline that provides free advice and assistance to Medicare-eligible individuals. Seniors in McKeesport can call the helpline for assistance with understanding their Medicare benefits, assessing eligibility for Medicare Savings Programs and Medicaid and resolving issues such as medical billing errors and denied health insurance claims. |
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services licenses assisted living facilities in McKeesport and the rest of the state. The department publishes information regarding residents’ rights and enforces regulations regarding all aspects of assisted living facility operations.
To learn more about these regulations, see our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
