
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 |
Offering maintenance-free independent living, Point Pleasant is a retirement community in North Versailles, Pennsylvania. The three-story building on Mosside Boulevard features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, giving older adults a choice of living spaces while eliminating the responsibilities of home maintenance. Comprehensive dining is included as part of daily life.
Residents receive three chef-prepared meals each day through the Graceful Dining™ program, and Graceful Respite Stays provide flexible short-term accommodations for those needing temporary support. Around-the-clock concierge services and staffing are available, and the community also recognizes and supports veterans through dedicated benefits.
Nearby nature trails offer opportunities for outdoor recreation, while hospitals are conveniently located for medical care. Moreover, the surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 32, so some destinations can be reached on foot, although most errands and activities still require transportation.
Siemon’s Heritage Personal Care Home is a cherished part of the Somerset community committed to providing comprehensive senior care services. Rooted in Somerset, the community offers nursing care and accessible healthcare. They foster a fulfilling retirement that encompasses physical, spiritual, and financial well-being. With a focus on active senior living in a secure environment, Siemon’s Heritage Personal Care Home ensures residents can enjoy life to the fullest.
At Siemon’s Heritage Personal Care Home, residents benefit from various amenities and services that enhance comfort and independence. From devotional services to engaging activities, residents experience a fulfilling lifestyle tailored to their preferences. The facility offers a variety of dining options, including fresh meals prepared daily and special dietary accommodations. With dedicated staff and a robust schedule of social and recreational activities, residents thrive in a supportive and enriching environment.
Discover the charm and warmth of The Haven at Cranberry Woods in Cranberry Township, PA, where exceptional support is combined with a compassionate, vibrant atmosphere for a truly fulfilling living experience. This community offers independent living services, ensuring each resident receives tailored care to meet their specific needs. The dedicated team is focused on providing top-notch support while creating a joyful and uplifting environment. Residents can also select from a variety of thoughtfully designed, comfortable studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments that suit their individual preferences.
With a wide range of amenities and activities, including a fitness center and a resort-style saline pool with a cabana, The Haven at Cranberry Woods fosters connections and promotes residents’ emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Every day is thoughtfully planned to bring joy and meaning to residents’ lives, making it a truly wonderful place to call home.
Peacefully settled in West Chester, PA, Wellington at Hershey’s Mill is a blissful senior living community that offers a range of care options including Independent Living, Personal Care, Memory Care, and Respite Care. For over 15 years, the community has been a pillar of comfort and convenience with their well-designed accommodations and comprehensive services. With 24-hour support and assistance provided by a dedicated team, residents enjoy immediate response to their needs.
Residents here can enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with amenities such as an aquatic center, fitness center, and various social activities, ensuring they remain active and engaged. With on-site physicians, a beauty and barber shop, a bistro, and a library, residents have everything they need within reach. The award-winning Embrace Memory Care program offers specialized support for those with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, while the Personal Care service provides assistance with daily activities, ensuring every resident’s well-being.
Mount Vernon of South Park is a nursing home in South Park Township, Pennsylvania, offering skilled nursing care. Located on Riggs Road, the community has a limited number of nearby services accessible on foot, and most amenities require transportation. Since it has only opened recently, this 37-bed community currently maintains a small resident population.
Rehabilitation services are available for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or injury, while respite care is provided to families seeking temporary support. Care plans are tailored to individual requirements, ensuring residents receive assistance that aligns with their specific circumstances.
Dining focuses on meals prepared daily using fresh, seasonal ingredients, which supports both nutritional well-being and an enjoyable dining experience. By emphasizing scratch-made cooking rather than prepackaged options, the community demonstrates attention to the quality of everyday life for older adults.
Paradise Manor is a personal care home in Hatfield, Pennsylvania, providing 24-hour care for older adults in a moderately walkable neighborhood. With a 37-bed capacity, the community currently operates at 65% occupancy.
Amenities are designed for daily comfort and leisure, providing access to an on-site beauty salon, barber shop, and library. Outdoor areas include tranquil patios, rustic porches, and gazebos, while indoor spaces also feature modern lounges. With nearby parks, older adults have more opportunities to enjoy time outdoors.
State inspections have identified significant deficiencies across multiple compliance areas, including resident safety, medical care protocols, medication management, staff training, and community sanitation. Substantiated complaints have also documented serious concerns. While the community has worked with regulators through corrective action plans, deficiencies have persisted and require ongoing attention and oversight.
An in-person visit may be beneficial for families considering Paradise Manor to better understand how the community is addressing these oversight requirements to match their needs and preferences.
Norriton Square Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a reliable rehabilitation and skilled nursing community conveniently located in Norristown, PA. Their compassionate team consists of highly qualified care experts who deliver quality and comprehensive services for short-term stays, long-term care, and rehabilitation. Physical, speech, and occupational therapies are available to ensure residents can fully regain their overall functions while having easy access to other healthcare services for a guaranteed higher quality of life.
In addition to comprehensive care services, residents enjoy an array of thoughtful amenities like salon services, cozy common areas, and housekeeping services for a more comfortable living experience. There’s also a vibrant activity room where residents can enjoy an array of enriching activities for a lively lifestyle. With fresh and personalized meals, residents here always have the energy and nourishment they need to heal faster and maintain a healthy well-being.
Meadowview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a top-rated nursing home in Philadelphia, PA, offering memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and hospice. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a compassionate and welcoming environment. Chef-prepared meals, 24-hour care, and recreational opportunities are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. Through personalized care plans, residents receive exceptional care dedicated to their recovery and well-being.
Educational programs, social gatherings, and fitness activities foster social engagement and encourage residents to continue learning. Lively common areas and accessible living spaces are also available, so residents can rest and move around comfortably. Residents also experience a stress-free retirement, as it is beautifully located in the tree-lined neighborhood of Philadelphia. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Pennsylvania, this nursing home strives to help older adults thrive in retirement.
Under its new name, Presbyterian Senior Living emerges as a seasoned player in the field, having spent three decades refining programs to cater to the diverse needs of older adults. Embracing individual preferences and creating moments of joy define their approach. Situated in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, this dynamic community offers a range of services, including independent living, personal care, assisted living, memory support, transitional care, skilled nursing, respite care, at-home services, and compassionate end-of-life and comfort care.
Presbyterian Senior Living’s evolution involves broadening its reach while steadfastly upholding the highest standards. With a legacy of experience and an unwavering commitment to quality, they continue to provide a haven where residents’ choices are respected, and their lives enriched by meaningful experiences.
Butler Street Senior Living provides assisted living and memory care at 3251 Butler Street in the Penbrook area of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The three-story building includes an internal elevator, letting residents reach the communal dining room, lounges, and private rooms without navigating stairs. The daily schedule covers senior housing, communal meals, housekeeping, laundry services, and 24-hour medical monitoring.
The property features dedicated outdoor spaces, an internal bistro, a library, and a salon, while sitting roughly 1.3 miles from UPMC Community Osteopathic. The surrounding area has a walkability score of 31 out of 100, which means the area is mostly car-dependent. Staff and visitors will need a vehicle to manage standard shopping trips or off-site medical appointments.
Prospective individuals researching regional care facilities can contact the main office to verify the enrollment process and current private-pay guidelines.
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.













