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Originally founded in 1776, Uniontown, Pennsylvania, is a historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Considered a quiet, calm town, it’s easy to get lost strolling the tree-lined streets among the centuries-old homes and buildings. Seniors over 65 make up 20.7% of the total population, which is just under 10,000. The climate is mild in the summer, with highs in July reaching around 85 degrees Fahrenheit, but winters can be rough, with average temperatures between 20 and 30 degrees Fahrenheit and an average of 23 inches of snow per year. There are 159 sunny days in the city, on average, slightly lower than the U.S. average of 205.
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Uniontown is $5,810, but the cost can vary significantly depending on where each community is and the services and amenities available.
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With an average monthly cost of $5,810, the assisted living care in Uniontown runs higher than the statewide average of $3,955, and it costs $1,510 more than the national average of $4,300. Costs are similar in neighboring Maryland at $5,000, while they’re lower in nearby West Virginia and Ohio and higher in neighboring New Jersey.
Assisted living costs in other Pennsylvania cities vary greatly, with the monthly median cost of assisted living care in Johnstown being $3,025, while to the north, costs average $5,340 in State College. Costs tend to get higher in bigger cities like Philadelphia ($5,550) but lower toward the center of the state to Pittsburgh ($3,550), York ($4,260) and Gettysburg ($3,443).
Several Medicaid programs can be used for covering the cost of services for individuals in assisted living communities. The 1915c Medicaid HCBS Waiver, 1115 Demonstration Waiver, and 1915b Managed Care Waiver are used for Pennsylvania residents. Eligible individuals can also access supplemental Social Security assistance to cover assisted living costs, such as room and board. Pennsylvania doesn’t provide direct Medicaid payments to assisted living facilities. To learn more, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Southwest Pennsylvania AAA | (724) 489-8080 | The Agency of Aging of Southwestern Pennsylvania provides assistance for seniors in Fayette, Greene and Washington counties and is part of a national network of agencies established by the Federal Older Americans Act. Some of the specific services offered include information, assistance, advocacy, employment assistance, home-delivered meals and protective services. |
| Living Independence for the Elderly Program | (800) 753-8827 | LIFE or Living Independence for the Elderly is a Pennsylvania-based program offering comprehensive support and health services to seniors. Seniors who are eligible for Medicaid and Medicare can enjoy free access to all LIFE services, no costs for prescription drugs and access to a team dedicated to helping address social support and health care needs. LIFE representatives also help with the setup of assistance services and provide transportation to doctor appointments. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (202) 401-4634 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman offers education and assistance to residents of long-term care homes. They can help with complaints and issues with the services provided, and they can advocate for improvements within the system. Services are confidential. |
| Fayetteville Veterans Affairs | (724) 430-1241 | Elderly veterans are eligible for many benefits and the VA can help seniors with these benefits and help them understand what they have access to. The VA provides health care information, services and transportation for qualified individuals. |
| Uniontown Social Security Office | (800) 772-1213 | The Uniontown Social Security Office provides assistance for seniors who are trying to obtain disability benefits, appeal adverse decisions for benefits and explain processing and requirements for post-eligibility actions. |
Assisted living homes in Uniontown must comply with the rules and laws enforced by the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Human Services Licensing. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page to find out more about the regulations and laws in place.
