Page 15 of Best Assisted Living in Pennsylvania

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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,468The average monthly cost across facilities in Pennsylvania. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 47/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Pennsylvania. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 93The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Pennsylvania. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the PA Depts. of Human Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total daily staff count from Pennsylvania inspection/licensing data (headcount snapshot), when reported.
The total number of staff employed per resident. A number greater than or = to 1 is a positive care signal.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Graystone Manor at Bellmeade
AL
HOS
NH
RESC
SNF
Altoona
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 93
Rank #130 / 205
Yes
57
Facility 57
PA AVG 47
Rank #91 / 215
Graystone Manor Bellmeade, LLC9
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 477
33%
Facility 33%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #19 / 477
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 63
Rank #49 / 477
1.2
Facility 1.2
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #24 / 477
For-Profit--
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #103 / 188
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Oak Leaf Manor North
AL
MC
Landisville
135
Facility 135
PA AVG 93
Rank #74 / 522
Yes
49
Facility 49
PA AVG 47
Rank #277 / 626
2901 Harrisburg Pike Operating Company LLC10
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 477
70%
Facility 70%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #262 / 477
38
Facility 38
PA AVG 63
Rank #226 / 477
3.8
Facility 3.8
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #230 / 477
For-Profit
125
Facility 125
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #39 / 356
1.30
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #102 / 464
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The Solana Doylestown
AL
MC
Warrington (Warrington Township)
129
Facility 129
PA AVG 93
Rank #88 / 522
Yes
39
Facility 39
PA AVG 47
Rank #370 / 626
Lcs Doylestown LLC10
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #402 / 477
90%
Facility 90%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #436 / 477
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 63
Rank #400 / 477
10.0
Facility 10.0
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #432 / 477
For-Profit
119
Facility 119
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #49 / 356
1.45
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #287 / 464
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Traditions of Lansdale
AL
IL
MC
Lansdale
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 93
Rank #46 / 522
No
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 47
Rank #247 / 626
Ivq Lansdale Opco LP14
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #241 / 477
79%
Facility 79%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #349 / 477
79
Facility 79
PA AVG 63
Rank #375 / 477
5.6
Facility 5.6
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #350 / 477
For-Profit
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #119 / 356
1.39
44.7%
Facility 44.7%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #426 / 464
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Springfield Crossings
AL
MC
RC
Springfield (Springfield Township)
84
Facility 84
PA AVG 93
Rank #255 / 522
No
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 47
Rank #407 / 626
Springfield Pch LLC13
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #297 / 477
77%
Facility 77%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #330 / 477
62
Facility 62
PA AVG 63
Rank #337 / 477
4.8
Facility 4.8
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #297 / 477
For-Profit
81
Facility 81
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #149 / 356
1.11
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #67 / 464
Studio / 1 Bed-
Wolf Run Village
AL
Hughesville
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 93
Rank #299 / 522
No
55
Facility 55
PA AVG 47
Rank #233 / 626
Wolf Run Village LLC20
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 4
Rank #458 / 477
50%
Facility 50%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #69 / 477
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 63
Rank #211 / 477
1.7
Facility 1.7
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #50 / 477
For-Profit
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #233 / 356
1.04
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #128 / 464
--
Brookdale Mt. Lebanon
AL
IL
RESC
Pittsburgh
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 93
Rank #270 / 522
Yes
53
Facility 53
PA AVG 47
Rank #241 / 626
Brookdale Living Communities Of Pennsylvania-Ml Inc9
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 477
56%
Facility 56%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #115 / 477
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 63
Rank #118 / 477
2.4
Facility 2.4
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #108 / 477
For-Profit
70
Facility 70
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #181 / 356
1.40--A+
Oak Leaf Manor Personal Care Retirement Home
AL
MC
Millersville
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 93
Rank #263 / 522
Yes
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 47
Rank #267 / 626
2101 Wabank Road Operating Company LLC5
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 477
60%
Facility 60%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #149 / 477
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 63
Rank #49 / 477
2.2
Facility 2.2
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #89 / 477
For-Profit
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #157 / 356
1.43---
Kendal at Longwood
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Kennett Square
78
Facility 78
PA AVG 93
Rank #123 / 205
Yes
83
Facility 83
PA AVG 47
Rank #30 / 215
Kendal-Crosslands Communities, Inc8
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 477
75%
Facility 75%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #304 / 477
41
Facility 41
PA AVG 63
Rank #245 / 477
5.1
Facility 5.1
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #321 / 477
Non-Profit
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #273 / 356
1.02
52.6%
Facility 52.6%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #151 / 188
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Elm Terrace Gardens
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Lansdale
250
Facility 250
PA AVG 93
Rank #9 / 205
No
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 47
Rank #70 / 215
Elm Terrace Gardens16
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 4
Rank #375 / 477
81%
Facility 81%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #376 / 477
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 63
Rank #386 / 477
5.4
Facility 5.4
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #333 / 477
Non-Profit
119
Facility 119
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #49 / 356
1.57
30.4%
Facility 30.4%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #187 / 188
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-

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Overview of Graystone Manor at Bellmeade

Located on East Pleasant Valley Boulevard, Graystone Manor at Bellmeade is a personal care home in Altoona, Pennsylvania, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The community also provides 24-hour staffing within a 75-bed capacity, supporting older adults with varying levels of care needs. Furthermore, daily errands are available within walking distance, as it is set in a moderately walkable neighborhood.

The community currently operates at 72% occupancy, with 54 older adults in residence. With an activities director coordinating daily programming, the community highlights engagement, dining, and social interaction. Restaurant-style meals are also provided three times daily, while family involvement is encouraged as an important part of overall well-being.

Over the past five years, state inspections have identified medication management, resident assessments, and staff incident reporting procedures as areas requiring attention. These findings were addressed through corrective measures, and additional staff training has been implemented. Furthermore, the most recent inspection reported no deficiencies, indicating compliance with state regulations.

To better understand Graystone Manor at Bellmeade’s medication administration practices, resident safety procedures, incident reporting protocols, and staff training standards, families are encouraged to conduct an in-person visit and speak with the management.

Contact Graystone Manor at Bellmeade

Overview of Oak Leaf Manor North

Oak Leaf Manor North offers assisted living and memory care in Landisville, Pennsylvania. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. These two care levels can support a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing a move between assisted living and memory care without leaving the community.

The community has 135 beds and is operated by 2901 Harrisburg Pike Operating Company. Chef prepared meals with varied options and nightly desserts provide prepared dining within the community. Residents can also spend time on the wraparound porch, which offers outdoor space.

Specialized memory care services, mentally stimulating activities, and individualized programs provide memory focused support shaped around residents’ needs. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. A Walk Score of 49 out of 100 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride.

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The Solana Doylestown

1621 Easton Rd, Warrington, PA 18976
Overview of The Solana Doylestown

Get the help you need right when you need it at The Solana Doylestown, a welcoming senior living community in Bucks County, Warrington, PA, offering personal care and memory care services. Enjoy a restful retirement in the comfort of tastefully designed accommodations in variations of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchenettes, bathroom, emergency response system, and large windows for natural light. Residents needing extra care and support are provided assistance with the activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing and grooming, medication management so they can continue living the life they want to live.

At The Solana Doylestown, every day is a chance to live vibrantly with a long list of life enriching activities and convenient amenities offered to residents. Residents are guaranteed to live a healthy and active lifestyle with nutritious, chef-prepared meals and a professionally staffed wellness and fitness center. A full-service hair salon and barber shop helps residents look and feel good while a gorgeously landscaped courtyard, outdoor fireplace, library, sports lounge, and movie theater provide relaxing spaces to have fun and socialize.

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Overview of Traditions of Lansdale

Age gracefully with Traditions of Lansdale, a blissful community in Lansdale, PA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring thoughtfully furnished and spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can find the accommodation that best matches their needs and preferences. The community also strives to meet residents’ special needs with a compassionate and highly trained team helping with their daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7.

Residents will not run out of things to do, with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs catering to their interests and strengths. Here, mealtimes not only meet nutritional needs but also promote social interactions with delightful and healthy meals. To improve residents’ living conditions, the community also provides FOX Rehabilitation. Spend your golden years surrounded by purposely designed amenities and dedicated services.

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Springfield Crossings

463 W Sproul Rd, Springfield, PA 19064
Overview of Springfield Crossings

Dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Springfield is a one-of-a-kind senior living community set in the accessible West Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, that features personal care, memory care, respite care, and rehabilitation care. Enjoy every moment of your retirement with cozy and well-designed studio and one-bedroom residences. With a responsible and well-trained team providing the highest standard of care and assistance 24/7, residents ease their worries and make their golden years more meaningful.

Pursue your dreams and gain meaningful experiences through engaging activities and enjoyable programs. Focusing on residents’ tastes and dietary needs, the community serves delectable and healthy meals for the finest dining experience. Springfield Crossing is a good place for seniors looking to optimize their freedom in their golden years with its welcoming environment.

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Wolf Run Village

3750 Route 220 Highway, Hughesville, PA 17737
Overview of Wolf Run Village

Wolf Run Village offers assisted living and respite care in Hughesville, PA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while respite care provides a short-term stay. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily support or for a family caregiver who needs temporary coverage while traveling or recovering.

The community has 75 beds, and assisted living starts at $1,800 per month. Housing includes single rooms, double rooms, and townhouses. A double room can work for two people moving together or for a resident who would prefer a companion.

Residents can have home-cooked meals daily in the dining room, spend time on covered porches and courtyard walking paths, and use the beauty parlor or barber shop. Activities and volunteering offer organized ways to take part in community life, while rehabilitation services are available for residents who need them. A Walk Score of 55 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be completed on foot, which may allow a resident who no longer drives to manage certain nearby errands independently. Pets are allowed, meaning residents may bring a companion animal with them.

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Overview of Brookdale Mt. Lebanon

Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Mt. Lebanon provides exceptional service for seniors in assisted living and independent living. Brookdale Mt. Lebanon strives to provide a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for their seniors in need of quality assistance by providing options that specifically cater to each individual’s needs while still maintaining a level of independence and individuality. As a member of the Brookdale Senior Living Group, the Brookdale branch in Mt. Lebanon is guaranteed to provide a resident-centered atmosphere for its seniors, promoting a comfortable and secure living situation for them.

Life at Brookdale Mt. Lebanon is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone; with the all-inclusive amenities and services provided by management, seniors are able to live hassle-free. They pride themselves on their approach to modern assisted living care which is unparalleled with their remarkable care staff that offers compassionate care with their service. 

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Overview of Oak Leaf Manor Personal Care Retirement Home
Oak Leaf Manor South is a senior living community located in Millersville, PA. It offers personal care and memory care services, along with a variety of activities and amenities designed to enhance residents' quality of life. The community is pet-friendly and provides chef-prepared meals.

Contact Oak Leaf Manor Personal Care Retirement Home

Kendal at Longwood

1109 East Baltimore Pike, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Overview of Kendal at Longwood

Kendal at Longwood is a 78-bed nursing home in Kennett Square, in the rolling farm country of Chester County, Pennsylvania. It accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families various routes to cover care. Operated by Kendal-Crosslands Communities, Inc, under owner Edward Plasha, the home typically runs at around 53 percent occupancy, averaging a stay length of 129 days. This reflects a blend of short-term rehabilitation and active nursing care stays.

The facility emphasizes skilled rehabilitation services, respite care, and long-term nursing support. With a doctor on staff and 24-hour staffing, the community supports residents through recovery and daily care needs. Overall, residents receive roughly 7 hours and 24 minutes of nursing care each day, denoting consistent access to clinical support and hands-on help with daily activities. The setting is notable for its breadth of amenities and lifestyle options that transcend typical nursing home offerings. Inside, the community features a full dining room and cafe, a library, art studios, a well-equipped fitness center with instructors, and an indoor pool. The grounds include an accredited arboretum, a certified wildlife habitat, 6 miles of walking trails, a fenced dog park, and courts for tennis and pickleball. There’s also a meditation room, computer lab, bank, gift shop, and community gardens. The location’s walkability rates 83 out of 100, so most errands can be handled on foot, and family visitors will find the surrounding area easy to navigate.

Health department state inspections have confirmed the home’s management responsiveness. Surprise monitoring visits have found no deficiencies, and renewal inspections have documented corrections to food protection and medical evaluation processes. This pattern portrays an active commitment to maintaining care standards.

Seeing the physical space firsthand and conversing with current residents and families can be especially beneficial for residents and families weighing a nursing home choice. Doing so helps them obtain a sense of daily life and the programming breadth that distinguishes one community from another.

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Elm Terrace Gardens

660 N Broad St, Lansdale, PA 19446
Overview of Elm Terrace Gardens

Make the Most of Every Stage of Life at Elm Terrace Gardens

Elm Terrace Gardens, a not-for-profit senior living community in Lansdale, PA, offers a full continuum of care designed to meet residents’ needs today and in the future. Whether you are seeking the independence and convenience of maintenance-free living, the support of personal care, specialized memory care, short-term rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, or a respite stay, Elm Terrace provides compassionate services in a vibrant, community setting.

Residents enjoy the peace of mind that comes with 24-hour security, an emergency call system in every apartment, and access to comprehensive healthcare services right on campus. Our professional team is here to provide support when needed—so residents can focus on living life to the fullest.

Life at Elm Terrace also includes chef-prepared dining, housekeeping, transportation, and beautifully maintained grounds. With a full calendar of recreational activities, exercise programs, and opportunities for enrichment, residents have endless ways to stay active, engaged, and connected.

At Elm Terrace Gardens, residents and their families find comfort knowing that quality care and a supportive community are always close at hand.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Pennsylvania

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Pennsylvania?

Assisted living in Pennsylvania supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Pennsylvania?

Assisted living in Pennsylvania is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover assisted living?

Pennsylvania Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Pennsylvania) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 461 assisted living facilities in Pennsylvania. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Pennsylvania?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Pennsylvania, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Pennsylvania?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.