
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 | 1.22 | 0 | - |
| 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 97.0% | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Erie, PA, the Westlake Woods by New Perspective is a welcoming senior living community offering assisted living services. Cozy and well-appointed accommodations are available and tailored to the needs and preferences of its residents. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, this community provides personalized care and support having a round-the-clock on-site and on-call nurse.
With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy housekeeping and laundry services, activity great room use, and services from on-site third-party physician providers. Indulge in chef-prepared meals of familiar recipes and flexible choices. Engage in a full calendar of activities for all abilities to boost social engagement. Meet new friends and create meaningful memories within its beautiful spaces like the garden patio. With the Westlake Woords by New Perspective, seniors can truly enjoy a worthwhile retirement.
Tucked away in a peaceful and verdant area in Blue Bell, PA, Normandy Farms Estates is a warm and welcoming community that offers independent living. Dedicated to helping residents live their lives fully, their team works hard to liberate them from housekeeping, maintenance, and other tiring chores. Access to healthcare services like assisted living and skilled nursing care are also available to ensure residents’ evolving needs are easily accommodated.
Fun and enriching activities for nurturing the mind, body, and spirit are also available to ensure residents maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Fresh and healthy chef-prepared meals are also served daily to help residents maintain their energy levels throughout the days. Here at Normandy Farms Estates, they go the extra mile to help residents live the life they want with all the support and experiences they need.
Impressions Memory Care at Bryn Mawr Village is where families can find solace and peace of mind. This exceptional dementia care unit offers top-notch support, round-the-clock supervised care, and a secure environment for seniors in need of memory impairment assistance. Nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania, this idyllic setting provides a haven of tranquility and calmness. Residents can truly find peace within these walls, fostering a sense of contentment and well-being.
Housekeeping and laundry services ensure a clean and comfortable living space, allowing residents to fully enjoy their surroundings. Medication management guarantees that each resident receives their prescribed treatments accurately and on time. To promote overall wellness, exercise, and physical therapy programs are thoughtfully designed to cater to individual needs.
Lehigh Valley Center an inclusive community for all ages seeking independent living support with disabilities. This non-profit champions a healthy and fulfilling life, bridging generational gaps and empowering residents. Lehigh Valley champions self-reliance through a variety of amenities and services. Residents enjoy social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, and convenient transportation.
Beyond these, Lehigh Valley offers specialized programs tailored to individual needs, aligning with their core mission of empowering people with disabilities. Their philosophy centers on “Information and Referral,” ensuring residents have access to essential resources. Peer support groups connect individuals with shared experiences, fostering a sense of belonging. Lehigh Valley also champions “Advocacy,” safeguarding resident rights and promoting positive change within the community. Ultimately, they envision a world “free of barriers” where everyone can live their dreams. This commitment to inclusivity and empowerment makes Lehigh Valley Center a beacon of hope for individuals seeking independent living support.
Located in a tranquil suburban neighborhood between Lemonye and Camp Hill Boroughs, Holiday Essex House is an assisted living community offering supportive and dignified independent living services. Trusted professionals provide custom-tailored health and personal care on-site while the pet-friendly community is created to radiate a warm and familiar atmosphere. For example, residents can enjoy leisurely walks along the outdoor paths and take delight in well-balanced meals served in the spacious dining room. Holiday Essex House also offers various floor plans, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, featuring charming kitchenettes and wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. With dedicated associates available 24/7, residents can access custom-tailored health and personal care services to meet their specific needs.
Holiday Essex House provides residents with a peaceful and supportive environment. The community’s dedicated team offers an array of services, including housekeeping and transportation, ensuring residents can enjoy a stress-free lifestyle. With daily fitness classes, devotional services, and scheduled day trips, residents have ample opportunities to engage in activities that cater to their interests.
Offering specialized memory care and neurological support, Cross Keys Village – the Brethren Home Community is a care community in New Oxford, Pennsylvania. The 104-bed community is operated by The Brethren Home Community Inc and owned by Crystal Brallier. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay as coverage options. With a moderately walkable setting and a Walk Score of 63, some daily errands are within walking distance in a quieter residential environment.
Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 23 minutes per resident each day. Registered nurses provide 47 minutes of daily care, alongside support from nursing aides and LPN/LVN staff. The community has an occupancy rate of 88%. Residents stay an average of 177 days, including a mix of intermediate-care residents and those needing longer-term support.
The facility strongly focuses on memory care and neurological conditions. Dedicated Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care services are available, along with a Parkinson’s Support program. Support groups and educational resources are offered to residents and families managing these conditions. The community also operates Lifespring Adult Day Services to extend care options to families seeking part-time support.
Amenities on-site include a Wellness Center, indoor pool, multiple dining venues, creative arts spaces, a theater, and gardens. Residents can also volunteer within the community to get a sense of purpose and engagement. The therapeutic spaces, specialized programming, and recreational opportunities reflects a focus on both clinical care and resident quality of life.
Sunrise of Lower Makefield is a 95-bed assisted living, memory care, and hospice community on Stony Hill Road in Morrisville, Pennsylvania. It sits in a two-story building and offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, giving families flexibility in choosing an appropriate living space for their loved one’s needs and wants. The community runs at 67 percent occupancy, which can mean more personalized attention for occupants.
The facility spotlights personalized care and support, with registered nurses on-site to oversee medical needs. Services include medication management, continence care, and transportation, helping residents maintain independence while receiving needed support. The community also provides specialized memory care and hospice services, so it’s a place where occupants can receive care across different life phases. To promote an active lifestyle, fitness and recreation programs are integrated into daily life. The dining approach blends comfort with choice, featuring restaurant-style dining and a 24-hour bistro where residents can eat when and what they prefer. Pets are welcome, which matters to families whose loved ones want to keep animal companions during this life chapter. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 36. This means it’s somewhat walkable for errands, but most trips require a car. The location offers good proximity to nearby shops and services, and families will find the surrounding area serene and residential.
Over five years, inspections conducted have identified themes around documentation, sanitation, staffing adequacy, and incident reporting. The facility has submitted and implemented corrective action plans to address flagged concerns, demonstrating responsiveness to oversight findings.
With a continuum of care services, Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Kelly Drive is a nursing home in York, Pennsylvania. Located on Kelly Drive, the community maintains an occupancy rate of 70% and is situated in one of the most walkable neighborhoods in the area. With a Walk Score of 94, the community provides access to errands and services without requiring a car.
Providing care for multiple levels of care, the community offers short-term rehabilitation for older adults undergoing recovery following surgery or acute illness. Nursing support, as well as personal care assistance for activities of daily living, are also provided for those needing long-term care. This range of services reflects the community’s ability to care for both short-term and long-term care needs.
Medication management and food handling practices are among deficiencies highlighted as areas for improvement, which were addressed through corrective actions. Meanwhile, medication storage, labeling, record-keeping, and ensuring the availability of prescribed medications still require attention. During tours, families are encouraged to discuss the community’s daily operations, amenities, and lifestyle programming.
Located in York, Pennsylvania, Seaton Springwood is an assisted living community operated by Haven At Springwood Opco LLC. The two-story community has 123 beds, offers studio apartments for older adults, and maintains an occupancy rate of approximately 85%.
State inspections have focused on medication management, staff training, documentation practices, and resident care procedures. Follow-up reviews have confirmed that corrective actions were implemented, with ongoing audits supporting continued compliance with state requirements.
Situated in a residential neighborhood, the community provides convenient access for family visits. The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 45, allowing some nearby errands to be completed on foot, although most trips require a car or other transportation. Touring the apartments and observing daily routines can help families determine whether the community is a good fit for their loved one’s needs.
Offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care, Juniper Village at Meadville is a nursing home located in downtown Meadville, Pennsylvania. With a 90-bed capacity, the community currently operates at approximately 63% occupancy. It has also earned a Walk Score of 85, making it highly walkable, where shops, services, and amenities are easily accessible.
To support residents recovering from surgery, illness, or injury and those needing temporary stays, the community offers rehabilitation services, along with respite care. The care team consists of 65 staff members, including 49 awake staff, helping ensure consistent care and supervision throughout the day and evening.
Fitness programs, dining services, engagement activities, and access to technology are provided. Wellness initiatives, including the Connect4Life and Catalyst programs, are also designed to promote well-being, social connection, and meaningful daily experiences for older adults.
The community’s state inspection records indicate consistent improvement over time, with the most recent inspection citing no deficiencies and no substantiated complaints. While earlier reviews identified concerns related to fire drill compliance, environmental safety practices, and documentation procedures, these were all addressed through corrective measures.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these 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.
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.













