Best Senior Communities in Pennsylvania

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Jun 2026

We analyzed

646 homes in Pennsylvania

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

Other senior care options in Pennsylvania:

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


Dock Woods	SC Senior Communities 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. 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). 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. 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).	Lansdale	80 Facility 80 PA AVG 94 Rank #293 / 555	No	21 Facility 21 PA AVG 46 Rank #524 / 668	Hatfield Mennonite Homes Inc	86 Facility 86 PA AVG 83 Rank #193 / 460	10	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 4 Rank #186 / 482	50% Facility 50% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #76 / 482	29 Facility 29 PA AVG 63 Rank #190 / 482	2.9 Facility 2.9 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #170 / 482	Non-Profit	92 Facility 92 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #124 / 361	1.35	85.0% Facility 85.0% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #82 / 485	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Westlake Woods by New Perspective	SC Senior Communities 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. 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). 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).	Erie (Stonegate)	79 Facility 79 PA AVG 94 Rank #306 / 555	Yes	48 Facility 48 PA AVG 46 Rank #304 / 668	Erie Ops LLC	63 Facility 63 PA AVG 83 Rank #429 / 460	12	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 4 Rank #347 / 482	83.3% Facility 83.3% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #395 / 482	136 Facility 136 PA AVG 63 Rank #432 / 482	11.3 Facility 11.3 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #449 / 482	Profit	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #228 / 361	1.38	55.7% Facility 55.7% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #379 / 485	Studio / 1 Bed	-
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living	SC Senior Communities 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. 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). 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. 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).	Allentown (Rittersville)	90 Facility 90 PA AVG 94 Rank #251 / 555	No	56 Facility 56 PA AVG 46 Rank #237 / 668	Riverton Operator LLC	91 Facility 91 PA AVG 83 Rank #112 / 460	12	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 4 Rank #186 / 482	58.3% Facility 58.3% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #151 / 482	44 Facility 44 PA AVG 63 Rank #269 / 482	3.7 Facility 3.7 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #230 / 482	Profit	85 Facility 85 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #133 / 361	1.23	76.7% Facility 76.7% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #176 / 485	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Celebration Villa of Dillsburg	SC Senior Communities 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 94 Rank #293 / 555	Yes	13 Facility 13 PA AVG 46 Rank #586 / 668	Ec Opco Dillsburg LLC	84 Facility 84 PA AVG 83 Rank #220 / 460	11	3 Facility 3 PA AVG 4 Rank #245 / 482	63.6% Facility 63.6% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #206 / 482	39 Facility 39 PA AVG 63 Rank #250 / 482	3.5 Facility 3.5 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #218 / 482	Profit	-	-	53.8% Facility 53.8% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #391 / 485	Studio / Suite	-
The Hearth at Drexel	SC Senior Communities 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 94 Rank #268 / 555	No	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 46 Rank #224 / 668	Mary J Drexel Home	72 Facility 72 PA AVG 83 Rank #362 / 460	14	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 4 Rank #301 / 482	71.4% Facility 71.4% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #288 / 482	81 Facility 81 PA AVG 63 Rank #384 / 482	5.8 Facility 5.8 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #363 / 482	Non-Profit	115 Facility 115 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #57 / 361	1.55	87.1% Facility 87.1% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #66 / 485	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
The Villa St. Elizabeth	SC Senior Communities 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 94 Rank #246 / 555	No	30 Facility 30 PA AVG 46 Rank #468 / 668	Evergreen Elder Care Inc	83 Facility 83 PA AVG 83 Rank #233 / 460	15	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 4 Rank #347 / 482	60% Facility 60% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #158 / 482	32 Facility 32 PA AVG 63 Rank #207 / 482	2.1 Facility 2.1 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #82 / 482	Profit	53 Facility 53 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #244 / 361	1.00	57.6% Facility 57.6% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #365 / 485	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	A+
Brandywine Longwood	SC Senior Communities 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 94 Rank #246 / 555	No	14 Facility 14 PA AVG 46 Rank #578 / 668	Well Bl Opco LLC	83 Facility 83 PA AVG 83 Rank #233 / 460	13	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 4 Rank #301 / 482	76.9% Facility 76.9% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #340 / 482	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 63 Rank #327 / 482	4.5 Facility 4.5 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #285 / 482	Profit	-	-	59.8% Facility 59.8% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #335 / 485	-	-
Hawthorne Woods by New Perspective	SC Senior Communities 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 94 Rank #289 / 555	Yes	19 Facility 19 PA AVG 46 Rank #540 / 668	Washington Ops LLC	73 Facility 73 PA AVG 83 Rank #356 / 460	13	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 4 Rank #347 / 482	61.5% Facility 61.5% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #185 / 482	66 Facility 66 PA AVG 63 Rank #352 / 482	5.1 Facility 5.1 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #328 / 482	Profit	71 Facility 71 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #178 / 361	1.27	59.3% Facility 59.3% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #341 / 485	Studio / 1 Bed	A+
Brightview Devon	SC Senior Communities 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.	Wayne	95 Facility 95 PA AVG 94 Rank #240 / 555	No	74 Facility 74 PA AVG 46 Rank #118 / 668	Bh Brightview Devon Opco, LLC	79 Facility 79 PA AVG 83 Rank #300 / 460	13	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 4 Rank #186 / 482	76.9% Facility 76.9% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #340 / 482	71 Facility 71 PA AVG 63 Rank #362 / 482	5.5 Facility 5.5 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #347 / 482	Profit	137 Facility 137 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #27 / 361	1.88	73.7% Facility 73.7% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #208 / 485	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Juniper Village at Mount Joy	SC Senior Communities 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 94 Rank #340 / 555	No	9 Facility 9 PA AVG 46 Rank #603 / 668	Juniper Village At Mount Joy LLC	85 Facility 85 PA AVG 83 Rank #206 / 460	10	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 4 Rank #186 / 482	70% Facility 70% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #272 / 482	44 Facility 44 PA AVG 63 Rank #269 / 482	4.4 Facility 4.4 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #277 / 482	Profit	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #228 / 361	1.05	76.4% Facility 76.4% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #181 / 485	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	A+
Mercer Hill at Doylestown	SC Senior Communities 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 94 Rank #236 / 555	Yes	16 Facility 16 PA AVG 46 Rank #559 / 668	Csw Arbour Square IV Doylestown LP	63 Facility 63 PA AVG 83 Rank #429 / 460	21	8 Facility 8 PA AVG 4 Rank #430 / 482	76.2% Facility 76.2% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #338 / 482	108 Facility 108 PA AVG 63 Rank #409 / 482	5.1 Facility 5.1 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #328 / 482	Profit	98 Facility 98 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #105 / 361	1.29	78.4% Facility 78.4% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #155 / 485	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Celebration Villa of York	SC Senior Communities 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 94 Rank #323 / 555	Yes	50 Facility 50 PA AVG 46 Rank #283 / 668	Ec Opco York LLC	76 Facility 76 PA AVG 83 Rank #326 / 460	10	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 4 Rank #301 / 482	70% Facility 70% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #272 / 482	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 63 Rank #327 / 482	5.8 Facility 5.8 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #363 / 482	Profit	-	-	60.0% Facility 60.0% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #330 / 485	Studio / Deluxe Studio / 2 Room Suite	-
Plush Mills	SC Senior Communities 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. 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 94 Rank #306 / 555	No	34 Facility 34 PA AVG 46 Rank #426 / 668	Solera/Ship 1 Opco, LLC	83 Facility 83 PA AVG 83 Rank #233 / 460	4	0 Facility 0 PA AVG 4 Rank #1 / 482	100% Facility 100% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #465 / 482	9 Facility 9 PA AVG 63 Rank #41 / 482	2.3 Facility 2.3 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #104 / 482	Profit	-	-	79.7% Facility 79.7% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #138 / 485	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Brookdale Mt. Lebanon	SC Senior Communities 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. 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.	Pittsburgh (Mcneilly Road)	80 Facility 80 PA AVG 94 Rank #293 / 555	Yes	53 Facility 53 PA AVG 46 Rank #255 / 668	Brookdale Living Communities Of Pennsylvania-Ml Inc	88 Facility 88 PA AVG 83 Rank #162 / 460	9	0 Facility 0 PA AVG 4 Rank #1 / 482	55.6% Facility 55.6% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #123 / 482	22 Facility 22 PA AVG 63 Rank #127 / 482	2.4 Facility 2.4 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #115 / 482	Profit	70 Facility 70 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #182 / 361	1.40	-	-	A+
Merrill Gardens at West Chester	SC Senior Communities 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 94 Rank #245 / 555	Yes	14 Facility 14 PA AVG 46 Rank #578 / 668	West Chester Pa Senior Property LLC	81 Facility 81 PA AVG 83 Rank #274 / 460	10	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 4 Rank #186 / 482	90% Facility 90% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #447 / 482	51 Facility 51 PA AVG 63 Rank #300 / 482	5.1 Facility 5.1 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #328 / 482	Profit	112 Facility 112 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #67 / 361	1.51	78.7% Facility 78.7% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #148 / 485	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-

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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.

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 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.

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