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Providence Place of Pottsville

2200 First Ave, Pottsville, PA 17901

Summary

Providence Place of Pottsville is an assisted living community in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, in Schuylkill County. It appears in Pennsylvania’s official licensing records under the license type Assisted Living Residence — Special Care Unit (dementia care), with capacity for 192 residents. It has been licensed since 2026. The state’s records show that it offers memory care. The closest hospital with an emergency room is Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street, about 1.7 miles away in a straight line.

State license

Type
Assisted Living Residence — Special Care Unit (dementia care)
License number
233840
License status
Licensed (DHS)
Licensed capacity
192 residents
Licensed since
August 18, 2026
Dementia unit
Yes, 54 beds

What this license means. This is an assisted living residence that, in addition to its license, has a special care designation from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) for all or part of the residence. This designation means it can provide cognitive support to residents with severe cognitive impairment, such as dementia or Alzheimer's, keeping them safe in the least restrictive way possible and allowing them to keep living there as their needs change. It is what many families know as memory care.

Source: 55 Pa. Code §2800.4, definition of special care designation (text via LII/Cornell), checked on October 15, 2026.

Look up the license and its inspections on the state’s website

Services and features

Providence Place of Pottsville hasn’t shared information about its services, prices, languages or availability yet. When you call, ask who they serve, what the rate includes, whether any staff speak Spanish and whether they have an opening now. Use our checklist.

Questions to ask when you call

Marisol’s tip: a ten-minute call clears up a lot. Keep these questions handy and write down the answers so you can compare with other places.

  1. What does the monthly rate include, and which services cost extra or are charged by levels of care?
  2. Can you keep caring for my relative if they need more help later on?
  3. Who manages medications, and is there awake staff all night?
  4. Do you accept any Medicaid program (waiver), long-term care insurance or VA benefits?
  5. Are there Spanish-speaking staff or activities in Spanish? Can you adapt meals to what my relative is used to?
  6. Can I visit at mealtime and talk with other families?

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Location and what’s nearby

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Address
2200 First Ave, Pottsville, PA 17901Schuylkill County
Closest hospital with an emergency room
Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street420 South Jackson Street, Pottsville · 1.7 miles in a straight line · source: CMS Hospital General Information

Ask which hospital they send residents to and who goes with them.

Who to call in Pennsylvania

Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Pennsylvania Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (Pennsylvania Department of Aging). A free, confidential service that advises residents and families of nursing homes and assisted living and helps resolve concerns with the facility.(717) 783-8975 · Official website
Free Medicare counseling (SHIP)
PA MEDI – Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight. They explain what Medicare covers and how to compare plans, without selling insurance.(800) 783-7067 · Official website
Medicaid (Medical Assistance)
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Long-term care programs: Community HealthChoices (CHC), LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly, Pennsylvania's PACE).(866) 550-4355 · Official website
Licensing and inspections
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) – Personal Care Homes and Assisted Living Residences.Look up a license
Services for older adults
PA Link to Aging and Disability Resources and Area Agencies on Aging (Pennsylvania Department of Aging).(800) 753-8827 · Official website
Eldercare Locator (nationwide)
A free national line that connects you with your local Area Agency on Aging.(800) 677-1116 · Official website

Contact information checked against official sources on October 15, 2026. These are free public services; hogaresparamayores.com is not affiliated with them.

Official data and sources

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Frequently asked questions

Does Providence Place of Pottsville accept Medicaid?
We don’t have that information. Assisted living is usually private pay; some states cover it through Medicaid programs (waivers). Ask the facility directly.
Where is Providence Place of Pottsville located?
At 2200 First Ave, Pottsville, PA 17901 (Schuylkill County).
What hospital is near Providence Place of Pottsville?
The closest hospital with emergency services, according to CMS, is Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street, 1.7 miles away in a straight line.
How much does Providence Place of Pottsville cost?
The facility hasn’t shared its prices with us. Cost depends on the type of room and the care needed. See typical costs.

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