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Independent living in Johnstown, PA

3 independent living communities and continuing care retirement communities from public records.

Independent living communities
3
in Johnstown
Units
208
across all 3
Adults 65+
3,665
Census estimate for Johnstown
Within 25 miles
8
of the center of Johnstown
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Source: CMS Care Compare, Nursing Home Provider Information, processed Sep 1, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Johnstown (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Independent living communities near Johnstown

Counting neighboring towns, there are 8 independent living communities within 25 miles of the center of Johnstown, 5 more than in Johnstown itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Johnstown

See all 8 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Independent living in Johnstown at a glance

Johnstown has 3 independent living communities in our directory, drawn from CMS Care Compare records. They are spread over 2 ZIP codes, with the largest group (2) in 15905. By size, the most common group is under 50 units (2 of 3 that report it).1

By ZIP code

  • 159052
  • 159041
Independent living communities in Johnstown by the ZIP code on their license or certification record.1

By size

  • Under 50 units2
  • 50 to 149 units1
  • 150 units or more0
Size is the number of units on the public record.1

Licensing and oversight

How independent living is regulated in Pennsylvania

Independent living is housing. Any assisted living, memory care or nursing care offered on the same campus is licensed separately; in Pennsylvania, residential care is licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services.2

Paying for care

Ways to pay for independent living in Pennsylvania

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Pennsylvania Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Pennsylvania Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.4
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.5 The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs helps with claims.6
Medicare counseling
Pennsylvania’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-783-7067.7

Local resources

Local help for families in Johnstown

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Cambria County8

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Cambria County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    PA Department of Aging9

    (717) 697-4846

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Cambria County.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Pennsylvania Adult Protective Services

    800-490-8505

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    PA MEDI – Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight7

    1-800-783-7067

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs6

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Pennsylvania Medicaid agency3

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about independent living in Johnstown

How many independent living communities are in Johnstown, PA?

WeFoundCare lists 3 independent living communities in Johnstown, PA, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Johnstown there are 8.

How many units can independent living communities in Johnstown serve?

3 of the 3 independent living communities report units, for a combined 208 units. The Census Bureau estimates 3,665 adults age 65 and older live in Johnstown.

Which Johnstown ZIP codes have the most independent living communities?

15905 (2), 15904 (1). In all, 2 ZIP codes in Johnstown have at least one.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Johnstown?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Cambria County, call (717) 697-4846. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Pennsylvania Adult Protective Services at 800-490-8505.

Are there independent living communities near Johnstown?

Nearby cities with listings include Davidsville (1, 6.4 mi), Windber (1, 8.0 mi), Ligonier (1, 17.7 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing independent living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Johnstown

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from CMS Care Compare (Nursing Home Provider Information), Sep 1, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Johnstown (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.10
  • Units is the figure on the public record; 3 of 3 independent living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Johnstown (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Nursing Home Provider Information. data.cms.gov/provider-data/dataset/4pq5-n9py Accessed Sep 1, 2026.
  2. Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. data.pa.gov/d/pqf4-d4xn Accessed .
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.