How can I afford a Care Advisor?

Anyone can afford an Assisted Living Locator Care Advisor. That’s because we are paid only when we help you make a decision about your senior’s living location and we are paid by the location you choose. And because we only receive payment when you’re paying the Care Community directly, we’ll also put you in touch with your state’s social service network to make sure that you receive the proper state support in the event that you are unable to pay for senior care and housing yourself.

What can a Care Advisor help me with?

An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor specializes in knowing your senior housing and in home care options, but via their referral network they can connect you with state resources in the event that you need to consider state resources to finance and secure senior housing, as well as a wide variety of specialists who focus on some aspect of the senior services industry- Eldercare Attorneys, Financial Specialists, Real Estate Agents, Downsizing Specialists, Home Health Experts, and just about any other senior service need you can think of.

Who is my Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor?

Glad you asked. This site gives you a number of ways to find your local Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor. Pick one and we’ll either get them on the phone, or make sure that they contact you in a timely fashion. Click here to get to our Care Advisor page.

How are Care Advisors trained?

Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors are vetted for the right set of skills before they ever even buy a franchise. Once they do, we provide comprehensive initial training and a 13 week “in community” onboarding process. We ask all Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors to become Certified Senior Advisors, a nationwide accreditation program that provides additional industry specific knowledge. Care Advisors also participate in continuing education provided by us and provided by local senior oriented industry associations to ensure that they understand the latest tools, techniques and industry rules and regulations to help you navigate the senior experience.

What does a Care Advisor do?

An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor spends time at each of the communities and homes in your local area. They understand how well the community is performing against state standards and they understand what the community is good at- in short, they understand what isn’t in the community’s glossy brochure. An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor networks to ensure that they have a broad array of qualified resource team members that they can call on to help deal with challenges beyond senior housing and care, which is their own area of expertise. And Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors spend time with families and seniors. They can’t help if they don’t know and understand you and your family. Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors have a structured way to identify important needs that you and your senior have, which they then use to match you to the best community choices or the best members of their resource network that can meet your needs.

Who is Assisted Living Locators®?

A franchise business based in Arizona, with local owners and operators across the US. Our Care Advisors bring problem solving skills and compassion to your local senior community, and we supply the training, processes and industry knowledge they need to provide you with the help you want.

Where are your Care Advisors located?

Everywhere. If we don’t have a Care Advisor yet in your local area, we’ll find you an affiliate advisor who can help. But every month we train more Care Advisors to meet the growing needs of seniors in every community across the US. You can find your local Care Advisor by using the tools on this website. And because we are nationwide, we can help you in your town or in towns all across the US.

When should I contact an Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor?

Since Care Advisors understand the entire range of living options available to seniors, any family with a senior over 55 can benefit from their expertise. Use us to understand your independent living options if your senior wants more time for leisure pursuits after 55. Use us especially when you are concerned about the safety or health of your senior loved one. And it’s critically important that you reach out to us if your senior is in the hospital or rehabilitation facility so that we help you navigate the immediate next health care and housing steps that must be taken, giving you a voice in how the health care and insurance systems in your state manage your senior’s needs.

Assisted Living In Pittsburgh, PA

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Find the Best Assisted Living Near Pittsburgh, PA

Located in southwest Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh is known for the three rivers that meet there – the Ohio River, Allegheny River, and Monongahela River. Pittsburgh also has the nickname, “the Steel City,” due to the number of steel-related companies located there. With its rich and varied history, it’s no wonder that Pittsburgh is home to a sizable senior population and a wide variety of assisted living communities. While each facility has specific amenities and services it specializes in, residents also have access to the numerous sports teams, cultural events, museums, and parks throughout the area. If you are in the process of researching assisted living properties, senior living placement advisors can help you find the Pittsburgh assisted living property that’s right for you.

Your Pittsburgh, PA Senior Living Advisor

Jennifer Thayer, RN

Serving Pittsburgh & areas North of Pittsburgh

Meet Advisor 724-373-2133

I have been a Registered Nurse for 15 years, providing care, guidance & compassion for people in the Pittsburgh area as well as nationally. In addition to my nursing degree, I also have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. My psychology degree combined with my work/volunteer experience in the field has equipped me to deal with the diverse mental and emotional needs of others. Helping others has always been a passion of mine. Our seniors are overlooked too often & this is why I have been inspired to pay it forward & assist seniors with their next chapter in life.

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What is the Cost of Assisted Living in Pittsburgh, PA

The average cost of Pittsburgh assisted living facilities is $3,250 per month. However, the cost of living can vary depending on the type of community you select and the various amenities and services you use. Each Pittsburgh assisted living facility has unique features, starting with basic services to more comprehensive in-home personalized amenities and services.

A Pittsburgh assisted living advisor will help you determine which property is the best fit for your needs and budget. Through their comprehensive research, they will provide to you a list of communities that meet your desired list of services, amenitities, and so much more.

What Should Every Senior Know About Living in Pittsburgh, PA?

Pittsburgh is the county seat of Allegheny County. It is the second-largest city in Pennsylvania, with Philadelphia the largest. Pittsburgh has 300,431 adults living there with over 45,000 seniors. Local assisted living properties work to give seniors the help they need so they can live independently. There are many Pittsburgh sports, museums, and arts events that seniors can enjoy with the help of an assisted living community. Pennsylvania and nearby Ohio offer a plethora of attractions to visit.

Pittsburgh Weather and Climate

Pittsburgh gets all four seasons with lots of snow in winter due to the nearby Allegheny Mountains. The city averages 38 inches of rain and 28 inches of snow yearly. In winter, temperatures can go as low as 21°F, while summer temperatures can get as hot as 84°F. Pittsburgh has a lot of wet and humid days and averages 160 average sunny days per year.

Local Hospitals and Notable Medical Care

Several hospitals are part of the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center in and around Pittsburgh. The UPMC is a $24 billion healthcare provider and insurer that employs 92,000 people. With 40 hospitals and 800 doctor’s offices, UPMC offers a full range of healthcare options.

UPMC Presbyterian: This hospital is a medical-surgical referral hospital as well as a training hospital for the University of Pennsylvania. Specialties also include cancer, heart and vascular, and geriatric medicine.
UPMC Shadyside: This hospital specializes in endocrinology, heart and vascular, orthopedics, cancer, and senior care.
UPMC Mercy: This Catholic hospital specializes in addiction, eye care, and has a burn center, trauma center, and stroke institute.
West Penn Hospital: Located in the Bloomfield neighborhood, this hospital specializes in emergency care, neuroscience, physical therapy, cardiovascular, stroke, and obesity.

Transportation

Pittsburgh has an extensive public transportation system, the Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), which includes a fleet of 700 buses, light rail, incline, and paratransit. The paratransit has over 300 vehicles primarily for seniors, people with disabilities, and clients of human service agencies.

Buses run all 365 days a year and service over 7,000 stops in Allegheny County.

Arts, Culture and Recreation

Pittsburgh has a full gamut of attractions featuring historic and cultural events and collections. These include:

Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts: Home to the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Heinz Hall’s full calendar of events can be found here.
Carnegie Museum of Art: One of several art attractions, this art museum has classes, exhibits, and programs for the public.
Other art museums are the Andy Warhol Museum, Frick Museum, and Pittsburgh Center for the Arts.
Carnegie Museum of Natural History: This museum features numerous dinosaur, animal, mineral, and Egyptian exhibits.
Carnegie Science Center: This museum has notable science and technology exhibits and shows and interactive exhibits.

Additional Senior Living Care Advisors near Pittsburgh, PA

Audie Eddy

Serving South West Pittsburgh including South Hills, Bethel Park, Mt. Lebanon, Upper St Clair, Peters Twp, Mt Pleasant, Robinson Twp, Moon Twp, Cecil Twp, Mon Valley, Burgettstown and parts of Washington, Beaver and Allegheny Co.

Meet Advisor 724-909-0018

As the owner of Assisted Living Locators Southwest Pittsburgh, I provide a no cost, senior placement and referral service to my local community that offers the best care options, information and resources available. With 26 years of experience as a Physical Therapist, I previously worked with senior populations in the home health field, offering rehabilitation services for various diagnoses and acting as a problem solver for patients and their families. My passion for serving seniors is rooted in a belief that they have invaluable life experiences to share and deserve an ideal retirement. As a member of the Assisted Living Locators team, I look forward to providing personalized solutions and support to seniors and their families in the south hills of Pittsburgh and the surrounding communities.

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How Do I Pay for Assisted Living in Pittsburgh, PA?

You have a lot of options for paying for a Pittsburgh assisted living property. A senior care advisor will help you choose the assisted living facility that best fulfills your budget and individual needs. To help with budgeting, there are several payment options you can use:

Veteran's Benefits

If you or a family member is a U.S. veteran, you might qualify for veterans’ health benefits that can cover part or all of your assisted living care in Pittsburgh. A local Pittsburgh Veterans Affairs office can help you find out which benefits you have.

Long-Term Care Insurance

If you have long-term care insurance, it likely covers all of your monthly assisted living costs. Discuss your benefits and plan coverage with your insurance agent.

Home Equity

If you are a homeowner, you may be able to use your home equity to pay monthly Pittsburgh assisted living facility expenses. A senior care advisor can guide you in finding out how to use home equity for payment.

Medicare

Medicare coverage doesn’t cover any expenses related to Pittsburgh assisted living communities. Medicare also doesn’t cover the majority of long-term care costs.v

Medicaid

Medicaid recipients may be covered partly or fully for all Pittsburgh assisted living community costs.

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FAQ About Assisted Living in Pittsburgh, PA

Assisted living is a loose term that encompasses personalized services and amenities offered to seniors in residential communities. They are different from skilled nursing facilities and nursing homes. Assisted living facilities usually provide services that may include meal preparation, housekeeping, medication management, and other assistance with ordinary tasks like bathing and dressing.

Having a pet brings so much love into your life. It’s good to know that you can move your pet into your assisted living facility with you. There are over 1,200 assisted living properties that allow pets in Pennsylvania and about 50 in Pittsburgh. When looking at a group of assisted living communities to join, ask if you can bring your pet with you. If not, you’ve eliminated one that isn’t a good fit for you.

In today’s world, over 1 million senior adults live in assisted living facilities. In most cases, seniors along with their families select assisted living communities to get assistance with daily living, for instance, such as help with medication management and getting dressed. At the same time, they are mostly independent and enjoy socializing with other seniors.