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Overview of Highgate at Paoli Pointe

Highgate at Paoli Pointe offers independent living, memory care, and respite care in Paoli, PA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care is a short stay that can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. The community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting.

The community has 124 beds. Private rooms give one resident a room of their own, while semi-private rooms are shared accommodations. The starting price is $5,425 per month, giving families a monthly baseline for budgeting. Highgate at Paoli Pointe is operated by 600 Paoli Pointe Drive Operations.

A Walk Score of 53 makes the area somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet in the community. Excursions provide opportunities for residents to participate in outings, while beauty salon and barber services provide personal grooming on site. Maintenance-free living means residents do not handle routine home maintenance themselves.

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Starting Price $5,425/Month Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

Northland Heights is an assisted living and memory care community that is designed with signature programs to have their residents feel young and vibrant with the energy given off by the environment. The assisted living home aims to inspire the quality of life for the seniors by maintaining a well-balanced holistic wellness. Northland understands that individuals are unique and have their own needs, that is why they provide innovative ways to attend to their residents as soon as possible.

Northland lifestyle is as vibrant as its bustling social environment: scheduled activities for seniors to engage with fellow residents and staff, healthy nutritious meals offered in the dining room, and an in-house licensed nurse available 24/7.

Beaumont at Bryn Mawr is a continuing care retirement community in Bryn Mawr, PA, with independent living, assisted living, nursing home and skilled nursing care, palliative care, and respite care. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Palliative care centers on comfort and symptom management, and respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available on one campus. A resident whose needs grow over time may remain in the community instead of moving elsewhere. Beaumont at Bryn Mawr has 18 beds, so it is a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Its 77% occupancy rate means the home is not at full capacity.

Housing includes one bed and two bed layouts. A one bed layout suits one resident, while a two bed layout can work for a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families payment options for covered or privately funded care.

Total nurse staffing is 7h 52m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Pets are allowed. Beaumont Retirement Community operates the community, which may be a good fit for someone who could benefit from multiple care levels within one continuing care setting.

Overview of Cathedral Village

Cathedral Village sits on East Cathedral Road in Philadelphia’s Roxborough neighborhood, part of Presbyterian Senior Living’s campus network. The 50-bed nursing unit is the clinical core of a larger continuing care community that also offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, home care, and respite stays. Jim Clancy serves as Executive Director. Chestnut Hill Hospital is 1.87 miles out, and the Walk Score of 69 puts the neighborhood in moderately walkable range.

Current occupancy in the nursing unit is 48%, with 24 of 50 beds filled and an average length of stay of 132 days. That puts Cathedral Village in mixed territory between short-stay rehab and longer-term placement.

Total nursing hours run 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident per day. Nurse aides carry 2 hours and 17 minutes of that; RNs and LPNs each contribute 41 minutes. The facility accepts Medicare and private pay.

The service line covers rehabilitation, personal care, transitional care, respite, end-of-life and comfort care, and an at-home services program for residents who move back into the community. On the amenity side, the campus includes an on-site Village College, an aquatic and fitness center, clay and fine arts studios, guest accommodations, and a beauty and barber salon. An active resident council is in place, and memory care is available on campus.

State inspections have tended to touch on areas including medication management, care planning and documentation, and dietary and food service.

For residents and families navigating a post-acute discharge, a longer-term nursing placement, or a move through multiple care levels without leaving campus, Cathedral Village offers that full continuum in northwest Philadelphia with staffing numbers that lean aide-forward and a service array that extends beyond the nursing unit.

Overview of Masonic Village at Sewickley-Star Points Building

Masonic Village at Sewickley Star Points Building offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and general nursing home support in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. Independent living provides private accommodations alongside community amenities, while assisted living helps residents manage daily tasks. Memory care uses secured spaces to monitor individuals at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing supplies ongoing clinical support.

Masonic Villages of The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania operates the 64-bed building. Staffing records show 4 hours and 27 minutes of total nurse staffing per resident daily. On-site wellness facilities include the Barley Wellness Center, accompanied by organized clubs, recreational programming, and live entertainment. Dining options feature a grill room, clubhouse restaurant, and clubhouse pub, with pet-friendly policies permitting residents to live alongside their pets.

An 87 walk score indicates a highly walkable surrounding area where daily errands can be handled without driving. Financial coverage choices include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.

Prospective representatives seeking multi-level care communities in Sewickley can contact Masonic Village at Sewickley Star Points Building to learn about unit availability or set up a site visit.

The Village House offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Indiana, PA. Residents can experience private living while receiving assistance with daily tasks, like bathing and medication management. Moreover, specialized care is provided for those living with memory-related conditions, while nursing services are accessible for those who require continuous clinical support.

The community’s variety of care allows residents to stay even when their needs grow. Of 42 beds, 36 are currently in use, indicating an 85.7% occupancy. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 86 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes by themselves.

Maidencreek Place is a remarkable senior living community in Berks County, Reading, PA, offering exceptional personal care and respite & short-term care services. Residents are guaranteed peace of mind with a highly trained team available 24/7 to provide nursing care and respond to residents’ needs any time of the day. The community provides a haven of comfort and security with their conveniently designed studios and one-bedroom apartments with large closets, individual temperature control, and modern kitchenettes.

The community offers a full calendar of engaging opportunities to stimulate residents physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. With its convenient location, residents can easily participate in the city’s spirited festivities and access vibrant local amenities. In addition to round-the-clock nursing care, residents also benefit from healthcare management, therapeutic rehabilitation programs, and nightly, hourly room checks. Here, residents are empowered to live vibrantly while also receiving an array of excellent supportive and care services that support their overall wellbeing.

Receive tailored care in a home-like environment with Viva Memory Care at Dresher, an excellent community in Dresher, PA, offering compassionate memory care. Their specialized memory care program is designed to give residents the right amount of care and support to maintain their independence and make the most of their days. The private, semi-private, and companion suites on the campus are designed to help residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia safely and easily navigate their living environment.

A team of kind and specially-trained caregivers is always available to calmly and respectfully help residents with their daily routines and provide all their care needs. For wellness, residents are offered fresh, nutritious meals daily and a wide selection of fun and engaging activities to engage in. Viva Memory Care at Dresher always strives to deliver high-quality care in a nurturing environment that fosters comfort, peace, and happiness for all.

Starting Price $6,200/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Heartis Bucks County

Heartis Bucks County offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Warminster, PA. Independent living provides a private residence with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other everyday tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since moving between care levels does not require leaving the community. There are 100 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A two bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, while a studio provides one private living space.

The community is in the Warminster Village neighborhood. Its Walk Score is 48, classified as car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Heartis Bucks County is operated by Dri/Heartis Bucks County.

Homewood Living Plum Creek in Hanover, Pennsylvania, provides independent living, memory care, and nursing home care with skilled nursing options. Established in 1957, the campus holds 149 beds across its varied care structures. Secured memory environments support individuals living with cognitive loss, while short-term rehabilitation and respite programs assist temporary recovery and caregiver relief.

Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 51 minutes per resident across the property. On-site personal care services assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and managing medications. Financial arrangements cover Medicare for qualifying short-term stays alongside direct private payment. Neighborhood surroundings earn an 84 walk score, allowing residents to manage many routine daily errands on foot.

Prospective residents are encouraged to reach out to Homewood Living Plum Creek to explore campus housing options, confirm current bed availability, and review payment details.