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Located about 50 miles north of Philadelphia, Quakertown features attractive neighborhoods, low crime rates and historic buildings that add to the borough’s small-town charm. Residents live in close range to two St. Luke’s Hospital campuses, making Quakertown a great choice for seniors who need reliable access to emergency services and specialty medical care. Health care costs in Quakertown are more affordable than the U.S. average, too, which can help retirees save money in their golden years. With a population of around 9,000 — 16.7% of whom are 65 and up — Quakertown promotes a strong sense of community and a relaxed lifestyle that appeals to many older adults.
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Quakertown is $3,550, according to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey. This is below both the national and Pennsylvania averages, but actual prices depend on the facility, services and amenities provided.
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At $3,550, Quakertown assisted living is slightly cheaper than the Pennsylvania average of $3,955 and $750 less than average for the nation as a whole. Pennsylvania’s neighboring states are more expensive, as well. Prices go up to $4,800 in New York, and they’re much higher in New Jersey at $6,650. West Virginia’s rates average $4,000. In Ohio, care is a bit more expensive at $4,350.
North of Quakertown in East Stroudsburg, assisted living is much pricier at $4,875, and rates in Harrisburg are the same. Scranton has some of the cheapest rates in Pennsylvania, with seniors there paying an average of only $2,450. Philadelphia’s costs average $5,500, making it one of the most expensive cities for assisted living in the state. In Reading, rates go back down to $3,950, and they’re lower in Bloomsburg at $3,570. Lancaster’s prices are a bit higher; its residents pay an average of $4,050.
Note: Data for Quakertown was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Allentown, was used instead.
In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services offers a Community HealthChoices Waiver that pays assisted living costs for qualifying individuals. To qualify, seniors must be recipients of Medicare and Medicaid and be deemed eligible to receive services at an approved long-term care facility. To learn more about the Community HealthChoices Waiver, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Bucks County Area Agency on Aging | (267) 880-5700 | BCAAA connects seniors to more than 20 services and programs, including Medicare counseling, wellness classes, case management and care needs assessments for Medicaid recipients. Through its Ombudsman and Older Adult Protective Services programs, BCAAA investigates reports of neglect, abuse, abandonment and exploitation in assisted living facilities throughout Bucks County. |
| PA Link to Aging and Disability Resources | (800) 753-8827 | Seniors can call the PA Link to Aging and Disability Resources helpline to get information on choosing an assisted living community, eligibility requirements for public benefits and referrals to free resources for residents of limited financial means. It also helps seniors make the transition to or from a care facility due to accident, illness or disability. |
| Bucks County Department of Veterans Affairs | (215) 345-3307 | The Bucks County Department of Veterans Affairs offers emergency financial assistance for seniors, their widows and other dependents who are unemployed and in need. Seniors can use this benefit to pay for assisted living costs, personal care items, clothing, food and other necessities. Service officers can also help veterans apply for benefits, including disability compensation and a discount card that can be used at restaurants and stores throughout Quakertown. |
| Senior Community Service Employment Program | (717) 783-1550 | Through SCSEP, Pennsylvanians 55 and up can earn an income while learning skills that can help them find work in their community. Participants gain experience working in senior centers, schools, hospitals, government agencies and nonprofit organizations. To qualify, seniors must be unemployed and lack the education or experience needed to obtain meaningful employment. |
| Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania | (877) 429-5994 | This organization provides free legal aid for low-income Bucks County residents who can’t afford to pay an attorney of their own. It handles a range of civil cases, including bankruptcy, wage garnishment, public benefits issues, record expungements and elder law. Seniors can visit its website to find a directory of self-help legal resources or join a free workshop in their area to find out more. |
| AARP Volunteer Opportunities | (866) 740-7719 | AARP Create the Good maintains a list of volunteer opportunities for seniors in Quakertown and the surrounding area. Opportunities may include spending time with hospital patients, delivering meals, teaching driver safety courses and providing short-term temporary care for disadvantaged children. Volunteer needs change regularly; the AARP maintains an updated list of options on its website. |
| Upper Bucks Senior Center | (215) 536-3066 | The Upper Bucks Senior Center offers free exercise classes, dance lessons, computer help and social games for Quakertown residents aged 55 and up. It also provides educational information about fraud prevention, tax rebates, internet safety, Social Security benefits and other topics important to the city’s older adults. |
Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services licenses and regulates assisted living communities facilities throughout the state. Assisted living communities must comply with Pennsylvania’s regulations for quality of care, patient-staff ratios, medication administration, training and employee educational requirements. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page to learn more.
