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10 Best Nursing Homes in Berks County, PA

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Berks County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 27 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Berks County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Berks County is about $4,770, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 748 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Berks County, PA

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Cost of nursing homes in Berks County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Berks County is $4,770 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kutztown, PA with an average of $4,630 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Berks County, PA vs. nearby counties

Berks County, PA
$4,770/mo
$4,739/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Berks County, PA vs. the state and national average

Berks County, PA
$4,770/mo
U.S. national average
$4,932/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Berks County vs. other types of senior living

$5,667/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,770/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Berks County, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,495/mo
Studio
$5,364/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,149/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,599/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,479/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Berks County over time

Berks County, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Berks County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Berks County

The Villa St Elizabeth in Reading, PA

5.0
Two months ago, my mother was living by herself in a first floor apartment. Things were going pretty good for a while and it took her some time to adjust to the fact that at 72 years old, it was time to retire. She has had 2 major lung surgeries that put her in a rehabilitation hospital for ...
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Rittenhouse Village at Lehigh Valley in Allentown, PA

5.0
5 across the board. Love the staff members very caring of my mother in law who lives there but also my father in law who visits and has dinner with her daily. He raves about the food. Gloria doesn't really participate much but they always have her there during activities giving her the chance if ...
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Country Meadows of Allentown

5.0
As my mother began to decline a few years ago, I began looking for a retirement community for her. I visited about ten communities in the Lehigh Valley. It was apparent from the beginning that Country Meadows is special. My mother was very reluctant to leave her home but she quickly adjusted ...
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Berks County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Berks County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Berks 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 Berks 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 Berks County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Berks County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
2.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.5%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.1%
9.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
53.8%
0.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.7%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Berks 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 Berks County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Berks County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.2%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Berks 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 Berks County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Berks County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Berks 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 Berks County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Berks County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Berks 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 Berks County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Berks County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
0.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.4%
6.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.7%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Residence at Village Greens, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and Keystone Villa at Ephrata are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Berks County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 27 nursing homes facilities near Berks County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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