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Page 17 of Best Senior Communities in Pennsylvania

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 646 senior communities in PA using PA Depts. of Human Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in PA
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Avg Walk Score: 46/ 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: 94The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Pennsylvania. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Senior Communities around Pennsylvania

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Homeland Center
SC
HC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Harrisburg (Midtown)
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 94
Rank #421 / 553
No
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 46
Rank #110 / 667
Home For The Friendless, Inc
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 83
Rank #85 / 460
5
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
20%
Facility 20%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #20 / 478
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 63
Rank #20 / 478
0.4
Facility 0.4
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #20 / 478
Non-Profit
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #248 / 356
1.09 83.9% -
Dunwoody Village
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Newtown Square
81
Facility 81
PA AVG 94
Rank #288 / 553
Yes
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 46
Rank #183 / 667
Dunwoody Village Inc
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 83
Rank #193 / 460
16
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #242 / 478
75%
Facility 75%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #312 / 478
58
Facility 58
PA AVG 63
Rank #324 / 478
3.6
Facility 3.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #221 / 478
Non-Profit
102
Facility 102
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #94 / 356
1.36 92.6% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Homestead Village
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Lancaster (Rohrerstown)
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 94
Rank #202 / 553
Yes
16
Facility 16
PA AVG 46
Rank #558 / 667
Homestead Village Inc
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 83
Rank #112 / 460
5
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
40%
Facility 40%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #39 / 478
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 63
Rank #27 / 478
1.2
Facility 1.2
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #32 / 478
Non-Profit-- 57.0% Private Rooms
Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village
SC
ADC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Mechanicsburg
190
Facility 190
PA AVG 94
Rank #21 / 553
No
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 46
Rank #520 / 667
Messiah Home Inc
89
Facility 89
PA AVG 83
Rank #152 / 460
9
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #345 / 478
32
Facility 32
PA AVG 63
Rank #205 / 478
3.6
Facility 3.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #221 / 478
Non-Profit
144
Facility 144
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #21 / 356
1.21 78.4% -
Beaumont At Bryn Mawr
SC
AL
IL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Bryn Mawr (North Ithan Avenue)
18
Facility 18
PA AVG 94
Rank #551 / 553
Yes
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 46
Rank #610 / 667
Beaumont Retirement Community Inc
96
Facility 96
PA AVG 83
Rank #38 / 460
6
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #392 / 478
17
Facility 17
PA AVG 63
Rank #96 / 478
2.8
Facility 2.8
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #161 / 478
Non-Profit
13
Facility 13
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #352 / 356
1.00 72.2% 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Allentown (Rittersville)
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 94
Rank #250 / 553
No
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 46
Rank #236 / 667
Riverton Operator LLC
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 83
Rank #112 / 460
12
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 478
58.3%
Facility 58.3%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #150 / 478
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 63
Rank #266 / 478
3.7
Facility 3.7
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #227 / 478
Profit
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #132 / 356
1.23 76.7% 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Hill at Whitemarsh
SC
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lafayette Hill
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 94
Rank #430 / 553
No
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 46
Rank #663 / 667
Whitemarsh Continuing Care Retirement Community
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 83
Rank #112 / 460
7
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
71.4%
Facility 71.4%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #286 / 478
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 63
Rank #126 / 478
3.1
Facility 3.1
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #189 / 478
Non-Profit
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #314 / 356
1.24 48.1% Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed / 3 bed
Dock Woods
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lansdale
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 94
Rank #292 / 553
No
21
Facility 21
PA AVG 46
Rank #523 / 667
Hatfield Mennonite Homes Inc
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 83
Rank #193 / 460
10
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 478
50%
Facility 50%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #77 / 478
29
Facility 29
PA AVG 63
Rank #188 / 478
2.9
Facility 2.9
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #168 / 478
Non-Profit
92
Facility 92
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #123 / 356
1.35 85.0% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Kendal-Crosslands Communities
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Kennett Square
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 94
Rank #436 / 553
Yes
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 46
Rank #602 / 667
Kendal-Crosslands Communities, Inc
99
Facility 99
PA AVG 83
Rank #17 / 460
6
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #27 / 478
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 63
Rank #40 / 478
1.3
Facility 1.3
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #39 / 478
Non-Profit
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #304 / 356
1.00 66.7% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Garden Spot Village
SC
ADC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
New Holland
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 94
Rank #164 / 553
No
32
Facility 32
PA AVG 46
Rank #444 / 667
Garden Spot Village
92
Facility 92
PA AVG 83
Rank #98 / 460
4
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
50%
Facility 50%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #77 / 478
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 63
Rank #27 / 478
1.5
Facility 1.5
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #46 / 478
Non-Profit
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #220 / 356
1.00 56.4% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed / Cottage
The Philadelphia Protestant Home
SC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Philadelphia (Northeast Philadelphia)
188
Facility 188
PA AVG 94
Rank #23 / 553
No
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 46
Rank #103 / 667
Philadelphia Protestant Home
99
Facility 99
PA AVG 83
Rank #17 / 460
7
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
42.9%
Facility 42.9%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #50 / 478
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 63
Rank #57 / 478
1.6
Facility 1.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #53 / 478
Non-Profit-- 50.0% -
Moravian Village of Bethlehem
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Bethlehem (Central Bethlehem)
250
Facility 250
PA AVG 94
Rank #9 / 553
No
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 46
Rank #216 / 667
Moravian Village Of Bethlehem
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 83
Rank #132 / 460
9
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
55.6%
Facility 55.6%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #123 / 478
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 63
Rank #49 / 478
1.1
Facility 1.1
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #29 / 478
Non-Profit
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #339 / 356
1.220-
Willowbrook Place
SC
AL
MC
NH
RC
Clarks Summit
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 94
Rank #292 / 553
Yes
45
Facility 45
PA AVG 46
Rank #341 / 667
Clarks Summit Aid II Opco LLC
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 83
Rank #257 / 460
13
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 478
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #415 / 478
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 63
Rank #352 / 478
5.2
Facility 5.2
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #332 / 478
Profit
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #259 / 356
1.20 52.5% Studio / 1 Bed
Juniper Village at Bucks County
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Bensalem
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 94
Rank #398 / 553
Yes
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 46
Rank #328 / 667
Juniper Village At Bensalem Operations LLC
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 83
Rank #458 / 460
12
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #401 / 478
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #453 / 478
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 63
Rank #436 / 478
12.5
Facility 12.5
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #449 / 478
Profit
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #186 / 356
1.66 66.7% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Fellowship Community
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Whitehall (Fellowship Community)
121
Facility 121
PA AVG 94
Rank #121 / 553
Yes
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 46
Rank #644 / 667
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Overview of Artis Senior Living of Yardley

Artis Senior Living of Yardley is ranked as the prime nursing facility for personalized care. Their well-trained care staff approaches exceptional care for residents adhering to their unique tailored care. Categorized as a boutique senior living community, the memory care and assisted living for seniors promotes a welcoming environment. Independence is highly encouraged by the staff even while getting assistance and management in their daily lives. At Artis Senior Living, residents will discover the grandeur of care and priority they get to receive.

Artis has designed a lifestyle for seniors that allows them to live independently; so they’ve created amenities and services that cater to that goal. To name a few of these would be their essential services: three meals served daily, room service, housekeeping and daily trash disposal, and 24-hour nursing care.

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Overview of NewSeasons at New Britain

Say goodbye to to-do lists and spend more time doing what you love at NewSeasons at New Britain, an enticing senior living community that offers personal care, respite care, and short- term stays to residents in Chalfont, PA. The community features pet-friendly accommodations with kitchenettes, private baths, and easy access to amenities and care services. The community’s compassionate team members help residents to thrive and stay engaged through an array of activities and various therapies and fitness training, to ensure they have the strength to continue doing what they love.

NewSeasons at New Britain provides residents with comfort and convenience through their personalized medical resources, weekly housekeeping, linen services, restaurant-style dining, and free local transportation. The community also provides a broad range of amenities, including a beauty salon, private dining room, bistro/cafe, wellness office, fitness clinic, and community piano. At NewSeasons at New Britain, you’ll discover a welcoming community that encourages exploration and making new connections.

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Overview of Ridgecrest Senior Living and Memory Care

With a 211-bed capacity, Ridgecrest Senior Living and Memory Care is a retirement community in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community also provides studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments in a mid-rise setting, with 35 dedicated memory care beds on the first floor. It currently serves 176 residents and maintains an 83% occupancy rate.

Assistance with personal care, nutritious meals, transportation, fitness programs, and recreational activities is provided, along with 24-hour support for those residing in the dedicated memory care neighborhood.

State inspections have previously identified concerns involving resident supervision, medication administration, safety practices, safeguarding, and documentation. However, corrective measures have been implemented, and the most recent inspection reported no deficiencies, reflecting progress in addressing earlier findings.

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Overview of Atria Center City

With its charming small-town feel and convenient access to public transportation, Atria Center City offers a world of possibilities for exploration and adventure. Embracing a holistic whole-person approach, Atria Center City caters to every aspect of its residents’ well-being. From independent living to supportive living and memory care, a range of living options is available to suit individual needs and preferences. Stepping outside the door of Atria Center City, residents are greeted with a plethora of cultural riches to explore. From the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art to the esteemed Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, there is no shortage of cultural gems to experience.

The 24/7 concierge service ensures that residents are cared for with unwavering attention and personalized care. Wholesome foods cater to residents’ dietary preferences and needs, promoting vitality and well-being. The community’s therapy services and fitness center foster physical health, while the rooftop deck provides a serene space to revel in breathtaking city views, offering a sense of tranquility. Indulgence and socialization are also celebrated at Atria Center City, with a bistro, pub, cocktail lounge, library, and a movie theater that provide ample opportunities for camaraderie and enjoyment. Residents can pamper themselves at the on-site salon or avail of the convenience of an on-site physician’s office. Parking options further enhance the comfort and convenience of living at Atria Center City.

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Overview of Brookdale Dublin

Tucked away in the beautiful community of Dublin, PA, Brookdale Dublin is a senior living community specializing in memory care. The Clare Bridge program, rooted in a person-centered approach, ensures residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while preserving their identities. Residents enjoy a gentle structure of planned programming, including brain games, dancing, cooking classes, and music programs, all designed to encourage the use of their current abilities and skills.

Brookdale Dublin offers a range of amenities and programs that make it an ideal choice for seniors. The community features a concierge service, beauty/barber shop, courtyard, garden, and a woodworking shop. Residents can engage in art classes, trivia games, walking clubs, and devotional services. The InTouch world travel adventures bring the outside world in through an intuitive touch-screen computer, allowing residents to explore virtually.

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Overview of Brookdale Murrysville

Brookdale Murrysville is a caring senior living community located in Export, PA, that offers outstanding memory care. The community features a Clare Bridge program that provides a supportive environment where residents enjoy a gentle daily structure with engaging activities such as brain games, dancing, and cooking classes. The community features round-the-clock staffing to ensure safety and support, fostering a sense of security for residents and peace of mind for their families.

Dedicated to creating a fulfilling lifestyle for its residents, the community conducts various activities like cognitive workouts, physical fitness classes, and artistic pursuits offer stimulating experiences tailored to individual abilities. Brookdale Murrysville’s dining program emphasizes nutrition and comfort, offering dementia-friendly menus and personalized dining assistance in a warm, intimate setting. With a commitment to person-centered care and a vibrant community atmosphere, Brookdale Murrysville is a nurturing choice for families seeking specialized memory care for their loved ones.

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Bethlehem Manor

815 Pennsylvania Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18018
Overview of Bethlehem Manor

Nestled in the neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA, Bethlehem Manor is a classic senior living community, offering compassionate independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Committed to providing residents with unmatched accommodations, the community features an array of carefully designed residences that fosters a home-like atmosphere and comfortable living experience. A team of fully qualified and skillfully trained care experts are available any time of the day to offer various services, such as personal care, daily living assistance, and more.

Encouraging residents to stay active and engaged on a daily basis, the community also offers a multitude of activities and programs that everyone can enjoy. The community partners with reliable third-party care providers to provide residents with additional care services, such as rehabilitation, podiatry services, and psychiatry services. Here, residents can rest easy knowing that they will be provided with quality care and services.

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Overview of The Vero at Bethlehem

With a 140-bed capacity, The Vero at Bethlehem is a personal care home in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, offering assisted living, personal care, respite care, and a secured memory care neighborhood. The community also provides studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, with 36 dedicated beds for older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease. It currently maintains a 99% occupancy rate, with over 130 beds occupied.

24-hour personal assistance, nutritious meals, transportation, fitness programs, recreational activities, and outdoor spaces are offered. The pet-friendly environment also allows residents to keep their companion animals. Located a few miles from downtown and near Lehigh Valley Hospital, it also offers convenient access to healthcare while providing a peaceful residential setting.

State inspections have identified areas requiring improvement in medication administration, fire safety, emergency communication, and documentation practices. While some issues have been resolved, others continue to be addressed through corrective action plans.

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Overview of Sunrise of Haverford

Sunrise of Haverford is a senior living community located in Haverford, Pennsylvania, offering a variety of lifestyle options, accommodations, and floor plans for residents. The community provides engaging living, personalized care plans, and a wide range of convenient services and wellness-focused amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. Sunrise of Haverford offers both assisted living and memory care services, ensuring that seniors receive the support they require while maintaining their independence.

The assisted living option at Sunrise of Haverford is designed for seniors who need assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, or medication management. The memory care community, on the other hand, specializes in providing care and support for individuals dealing with memory-related conditions like Alzheimer’s or dementia. The community is equipped with trained staff and offers engaging activities to promote well-being while ensuring a safe living environment. Sunrise of Haverford is committed to providing high-quality care and support to its residents, helping them live a fulfilling life in a comfortable and caring environment.

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Overview of Sunrise of Abington

Operating for 45 years, Sunrise of Abington is a personal care home in Abington, Pennsylvania, that offers personal care and memory care. This 110-bed community has a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts in a three-story setting, and currently maintains a 65% occupancy rate. The community is operated by Szr Abington AL OpCo LLC, in a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 57, allowing older adults to reach some nearby destinations on foot.

Over the years, state inspections have identified areas related to community maintenance, environmental management, medication administration and documentation, and staff training. Corrective plans have been submitted and accepted to address these findings and support ongoing regulatory compliance.

Scheduling a tour and discussing maintenance and safety practices, medication management procedures, and staff training with leadership are highly encouraged for interested families. These conversations can provide valuable insight into how quality care and daily operations are managed for older adults.

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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 Senior Communities in Pennsylvania

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 646 senior communities in Pennsylvania. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.