Best Assisted Living in Pennsylvania

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May 2026

We analyzed

639 homes in Pennsylvania

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Pennsylvania Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.

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Westlake Woods by New Perspective	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Erie (Stonegate)	79 Facility 79 PA AVG 95 Rank #310 / 555	Yes	48 Facility 48 PA AVG 46 Rank #304 / 668	Erie Ops LLC	12	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #347 / 481	83.3% Facility 83.3% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #394 / 481	136 Facility 136 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #431 / 481	11.3 Facility 11.3 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #448 / 481	Profit	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #228 / 361	1.38	55.7% Facility 55.7% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #380 / 486	Studio / 1 Bed	-
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Allentown (Rittersville)	90 Facility 90 PA AVG 95 Rank #254 / 555	No	56 Facility 56 PA AVG 46 Rank #237 / 668	Riverton Operator LLC	12	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #187 / 481	58.3% Facility 58.3% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #150 / 481	44 Facility 44 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #268 / 481	3.7 Facility 3.7 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #229 / 481	Profit	85 Facility 85 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #133 / 361	1.23	76.7% Facility 76.7% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #177 / 486	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Celebration Villa of Dillsburg	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Dillsburg	80 Facility 80 PA AVG 95 Rank #297 / 555	Yes	13 Facility 13 PA AVG 46 Rank #586 / 668	Ec Opco Dillsburg LLC	11	3 Facility 3 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #246 / 481	63.6% Facility 63.6% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #205 / 481	39 Facility 39 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #249 / 481	3.5 Facility 3.5 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #217 / 481	Profit	-	-	53.8% Facility 53.8% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #392 / 486	Studio / Suite	-
The Hearth at Drexel	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Bala Cynwyd (Belmont Avenue)	85 Facility 85 PA AVG 95 Rank #272 / 555	No	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 46 Rank #224 / 668	Mary J Drexel Home	14	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #301 / 481	71.4% Facility 71.4% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #287 / 481	81 Facility 81 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #383 / 481	5.8 Facility 5.8 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #362 / 481	Non-Profit	115 Facility 115 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #57 / 361	1.55	87.1% Facility 87.1% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #67 / 486	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
The Villa St. Elizabeth	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Reading (Museum Road)	92 Facility 92 PA AVG 95 Rank #249 / 555	No	30 Facility 30 PA AVG 46 Rank #468 / 668	Evergreen Elder Care Inc	15	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #347 / 481	60% Facility 60% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #157 / 481	32 Facility 32 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #206 / 481	2.1 Facility 2.1 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #81 / 481	Profit	53 Facility 53 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #244 / 361	1.00	57.6% Facility 57.6% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #366 / 486	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	A+
Brandywine Longwood	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Kennett Square	92 Facility 92 PA AVG 95 Rank #249 / 555	No	14 Facility 14 PA AVG 46 Rank #578 / 668	Well Bl Opco LLC	13	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #301 / 481	76.9% Facility 76.9% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #339 / 481	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #326 / 481	4.5 Facility 4.5 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #284 / 481	Profit	-	-	59.8% Facility 59.8% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #336 / 486	-	-
Hawthorne Woods by New Perspective	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Assisted Living In Washington (South Strabane Township)	81 Facility 81 PA AVG 95 Rank #293 / 555	Yes	19 Facility 19 PA AVG 46 Rank #540 / 668	Washington Ops LLC	13	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #347 / 481	61.5% Facility 61.5% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #184 / 481	66 Facility 66 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #351 / 481	5.1 Facility 5.1 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #327 / 481	Profit	71 Facility 71 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #178 / 361	1.27	59.3% Facility 59.3% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #342 / 486	Studio / 1 Bed	A+
Brightview Devon	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Wayne	95 Facility 95 PA AVG 95 Rank #243 / 555	No	74 Facility 74 PA AVG 46 Rank #118 / 668	Bh Brightview Devon Opco, LLC	13	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #187 / 481	76.9% Facility 76.9% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #339 / 481	71 Facility 71 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #361 / 481	5.5 Facility 5.5 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #346 / 481	Profit	137 Facility 137 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #27 / 361	1.88	73.7% Facility 73.7% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #209 / 486	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Juniper Village at Mount Joy	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Mount Joy	72 Facility 72 PA AVG 95 Rank #344 / 555	No	9 Facility 9 PA AVG 46 Rank #603 / 668	Juniper Village At Mount Joy LLC	10	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #187 / 481	70% Facility 70% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #271 / 481	44 Facility 44 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #268 / 481	4.4 Facility 4.4 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #276 / 481	Profit	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #228 / 361	1.05	76.4% Facility 76.4% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #182 / 486	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	A+
Mercer Hill at Doylestown	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Doylestown (South Easton Road)	97 Facility 97 PA AVG 95 Rank #238 / 555	Yes	16 Facility 16 PA AVG 46 Rank #559 / 668	Csw Arbour Square IV Doylestown LP	21	8 Facility 8 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #429 / 481	76.2% Facility 76.2% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #337 / 481	108 Facility 108 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #408 / 481	5.1 Facility 5.1 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #327 / 481	Profit	98 Facility 98 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #105 / 361	1.29	78.4% Facility 78.4% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #156 / 486	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Celebration Villa of York	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	York (Tyler Run-Queens Gate)	75 Facility 75 PA AVG 95 Rank #327 / 555	Yes	50 Facility 50 PA AVG 46 Rank #283 / 668	Ec Opco York LLC	10	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #301 / 481	70% Facility 70% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #271 / 481	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #326 / 481	5.8 Facility 5.8 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #362 / 481	Profit	-	-	60.0% Facility 60.0% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #331 / 486	Studio / Deluxe Studio / 2 Room Suite	-
Plush Mills	IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Wallingford	79 Facility 79 PA AVG 95 Rank #310 / 555	No	34 Facility 34 PA AVG 46 Rank #426 / 668	Solera/Ship 1 Opco, LLC	4	- Facility - PA AVG 3.3 Rank #1 / 481	100% Facility 100% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #464 / 481	9 Facility 9 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #40 / 481	2.3 Facility 2.3 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #103 / 481	Profit	-	-	79.7% Facility 79.7% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #139 / 486	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Brookdale Mt. Lebanon	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Pittsburgh (Mcneilly Road)	80 Facility 80 PA AVG 95 Rank #297 / 555	Yes	53 Facility 53 PA AVG 46 Rank #255 / 668	Brookdale Living Communities Of Pennsylvania-Ml Inc	9	- Facility - PA AVG 3.3 Rank #1 / 481	55.6% Facility 55.6% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #122 / 481	22 Facility 22 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #126 / 481	2.4 Facility 2.4 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #114 / 481	Profit	70 Facility 70 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #182 / 361	1.40	-	-	A+
Merrill Gardens at West Chester	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	West Chester (Ward Avenue)	94 Facility 94 PA AVG 95 Rank #248 / 555	Yes	14 Facility 14 PA AVG 46 Rank #578 / 668	West Chester Pa Senior Property LLC	10	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #187 / 481	90% Facility 90% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #446 / 481	51 Facility 51 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #299 / 481	5.1 Facility 5.1 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #327 / 481	Profit	112 Facility 112 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #67 / 361	1.51	78.7% Facility 78.7% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #149 / 486	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Colonial Courtyard at Bedford	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Bedford (Bedford Township)	83 Facility 83 PA AVG 95 Rank #288 / 555	No	39 Facility 39 PA AVG 46 Rank #388 / 668	Tithonus Bedford LP	9	1 Facility 1 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #111 / 481	55.6% Facility 55.6% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #122 / 481	33 Facility 33 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #210 / 481	3.7 Facility 3.7 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #229 / 481	Profit	103 Facility 103 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #90 / 361	1.41	88.0% Facility 88.0% PA AVG 68.9% Rank #56 / 486	Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms	-

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these assisted living communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

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

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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 35 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.

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