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Independent Living in Pennsylvania

Overview of Independent Living in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is nicknamed “The Keystone State” because of the state’s integral role in the founding of the United States of America. Pennsylvania today is a perfect combination of quaint, rural farmland, rolling hills, and major urban centers like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 200 retirement communities in PA that offer independent living.

The median monthly cost of independent living in Pennsylvania is about $2,600.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Pennsylvania

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Keystone Villa at Ephrata

100 N State St, Ephrata, PA 17522

Reviewer Ranking

4.9/ 5.0

(44)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Beckie B - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My mother-in-law moved into Keystone Villa in Ephrata approximately two months ago. She couldn't be happier! Her apartment is spacious, the staff are very friendly and the food is very good. She tells us...

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The Gardens of Green Ridge

2751 Boulevard Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509

Reviewer Ranking

4.4/ 5.0

(45)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Jacqueline - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

When our Mom wasn't able to stay in her own home anymore, we were so fortunate to find The Gardens of Green Ridge! She has been here for 2 years now and everyone treats her very kindly and respectfully. They...

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Arbour Square

695 Main St, Harleysville, PA 19438

Reviewer Ranking

4.9/ 5.0

(92)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Geri W - I'm a current/former resident or client

Spacious apartment. Continental breakfast daily. Delicious lunch and dinner with many choice. Sunday Brunch with Mimosas. Biweekly cleaning. Pub with happy hour. Casino with lessons. 2 libraries, Computer...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Lancasterville

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The Pinnacle at Plymouth Meeting

215 Plymouth Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

Reviewer Ranking

4.4/ 5.0

(32)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

It is a very nice facility I would say it is definitely better for independent living than assisted. Decent size apartments, mom is in what they called a flex apartment so if she leveled up to assisted she...

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Arbour Square

695 Main St, Harleysville, PA 19438

Reviewer Ranking

4.9/ 5.0

(92)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Geri W - I'm a current/former resident or client

Spacious apartment. Continental breakfast daily. Delicious lunch and dinner with many choice. Sunday Brunch with Mimosas. Biweekly cleaning. Pub with happy hour. Casino with lessons. 2 libraries, Computer...

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Merrill Gardens at West Chester

1201 Ward Ave, West Chester, PA 19380

Reviewer Ranking

4.3/ 5.0

(54)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The facility is convenient and in a good location. Merrill Gardens should pay more attention to cleanliness of the Garden Center (memory care) and the main dining room on the first floor. The caregivers are...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Upper Darby

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Arbour Square

695 Main St, Harleysville, PA 19438

Reviewer Ranking

4.9/ 5.0

(92)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Geri W - I'm a current/former resident or client

Spacious apartment. Continental breakfast daily. Delicious lunch and dinner with many choice. Sunday Brunch with Mimosas. Biweekly cleaning. Pub with happy hour. Casino with lessons. 2 libraries, Computer...

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14 Floor plans available

Merrill Gardens at West Chester

1201 Ward Ave, West Chester, PA 19380

Reviewer Ranking

4.3/ 5.0

(54)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The facility is convenient and in a good location. Merrill Gardens should pay more attention to cleanliness of the Garden Center (memory care) and the main dining room on the first floor. The caregivers are...

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Hudson Estates

651 Montgomery Glen Dr, Lansdale, PA 19446

Reviewer Ranking

4.7/ 5.0

(19)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

What has made Hudson Estates such a great experience so far is the staff. The staff is very friendly. The building is beautiful, very clean and open. Meals are very good and there is a variety. Activities...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Philadelphia

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Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley

6300 Greene St, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Reviewer Ranking

4.1/ 5.0

(67)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Susan L - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My loved one is currently a resident at Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley and the overall experience has been great so far. The Administration (Director of Admission and his Associate), the RN and the...

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Fountain View at Logan Square

2 Franklin Town Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Reviewer Ranking

4.1/ 5.0

(46)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

I am currently a resident at Fountain View at Logan Square. The only real negative is due to the ongoing renovations, the lack of efficient elevator service due to elevator replacements, and a mouse...

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Holy Redeemer Lafayette

8580 Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19111

Reviewer Ranking

4.6/ 5.0

(10)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Thank you. I am very pleased about the quality of service my loved one has received. I highly recommend the facility. The other facilities appeared to have dorm like or nursing room like settings or they...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in West Chester

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Merrill Gardens at West Chester

1201 Ward Ave, West Chester, PA 19380

Reviewer Ranking

4.3/ 5.0

(54)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The facility is convenient and in a good location. Merrill Gardens should pay more attention to cleanliness of the Garden Center (memory care) and the main dining room on the first floor. The caregivers are...

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Wellington at Hershey's Mill

1361 Boot Road, West Chester, PA 19380

Reviewer Ranking

4.0/ 5.0

(29)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Staff are extremely helpful and friendly. The rooms are large in assisted living and the facility itself is very easy to maneuver around.

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The Watermark at Bellingham

1615 East Boot Road, West Chester, PA 19380

Reviewer Ranking

4.0/ 5.0

(110)
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I live or lived in this community

The Watermark at Bellingham has a good social and friendly atmosphere to it.. I have no reason not to recommend this community to other families. Also, the setting is in a beautiful area with lots of walking...

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Top cities in Pennsylvania for independent living

8.9
York, PA
9 facilities
8.8
Pittsburgh, PA
25 facilities
8.4
Upper Darby, PA
31 facilities
8.3
West Chester, PA
15 facilities
8.0
Philadelphia, PA
48 facilities
7.5
Lancasterville, PA
40 facilities

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