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Monroeville, a Pittsburgh suburb, is home to approximately 28,345 residents, 23.2% of whom are aged 65 and older. The large senior population means a plethora of aging-related services and entertainment options for those who enjoy stunning mountain vistas and four distinct seasons, with an average of 25 inches of snow each year. Seniors can visit the famous Carnegie Museum of Art and the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, which is set on 15 acres of carefully manicured green spaces and one of the greenest buildings in the world with LEED platinum-level certification.
Assisted living costs an average of $3,550 per month for seniors living in Monroeville. The actual price may vary based on the location of the community, and the scope of services and amenities available to residents. With 20 assisted living communities in the area, seniors have plenty of options to choose from.
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At only $3,550 per month, assisted living costs in Monroeville are well below the respective state and national averages of $3,955 and $4,300. Costs are higher in neighboring states. Ohio is the closest in price at $4,350 or $800 more per month. In New Jersey, seniors pay $3,100 more at $6,650, while monthly rates in New York and Maryland average $4,800 and $5,000, respectively.
The cost of assisted living varies dramatically throughout Pennsylvania. Philadelphia is the most expensive metro area in the state. Rates here average $5,550, or $2,000 more per month than in Monroeville, while in Scranton, costs are $1,100 lower at $2,450. In Harrisburg, Erie and Lancaster, rates average $4,857, $4,315 and $4,050, respectively. Seniors in Johnstown pay $3,025 per month, on average, or $525 less than their peers in Monroeville.
Note: Data for Monroeville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Pittsburgh, was used instead.
Pennsylvania Medicaid helps cover the cost of services that keep seniors in community living situations for as long as possible. Programs such as Community HealthChoices and Living Independence for the Elderly may pay for some services delivered in an assisted living setting, although they don’t cover the cost of room and board.
To find out more about available assistance programs and the eligibility requirements and application processes, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging | (412) 350-5460 | The Area Agency on Aging in Allegheny County connects seniors with local aging-related services and benefits. This agency serves all seniors aged 60 and older. Available services can include health insurance counseling, transportation assistance, caregiver support and long-term care ombudsman advocacy. |
| Retired & Senior Volunteer Program of Allegheny County | (412) 471-2114 | The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Allegheny County offers active Monroeville seniors with both in-person and virtual opportunities to lend a helping hand in their community. Volunteers receive reimbursement for transportation expenses, rewards and supplemental liability insurance coverage and attend social and recognition events. |
| Monroeville Senior Center | (412) 856-7825 | The Monroeville Senior Center is a gathering spot for local residents aged 50 and older as well as a source of information and referrals to area resources. Seniors can enjoy lunch with friends on weekdays, socialize at planned events, enjoy group games, take fitness or educational classes and participate in craft or hobby projects. Health screenings, drivers’ training classes and tax preparation assistance are also available at the center. |
| PA Medi | (412) 661-1438 | PA Medi, formerly known as the APPRISE program, offers Monroeville seniors one-on-one counseling to help them better understand their Medicare coverage options. Seniors can ask questions and get unbiased assistance comparing Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Part D prescription drug and Medigap plans to help them find ones that offer the level of coverage they need and affordable out-of-pocket costs. Seniors can schedule in-person appointments, ask questions via email or set up a telephone call with a trained counselor. |
| Elderlaw Clinic | (412) 648-1300 | Offered through the University of Pittsburgh Law School by students under the supervision of a practicing attorney, this legal clinic focuses on providing services to low-income Allegheny County residents aged 60 and older. Assistance may be available with creating powers of attorney and living wills, incapacity and estate planning, and obtaining public benefits. |
The Department of Human Services Licensing is the state agency that inspects and ensures assisted living communities in Monroeville operate within the standards for health, safety, accommodations, staffing, medication administration and all other regulations that apply. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page to learn more.
