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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total daily staff count from Pennsylvania inspection/licensing data (headcount snapshot), when reported.
The total number of staff employed per resident. A number greater than or = to 1 is a positive care signal.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Highland Park Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Wilkes-Barre Township
160
Facility 160
PA AVG 97
Rank #17 / 213
A-No
37
Facility 37
PA AVG 46
Rank #156 / 269
Highland Park Senior Living LLC38
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 4
Rank #176 / 200
47%
Facility 47%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #64 / 200
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 63
Rank #143 / 200
2.3
Facility 2.3
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #68 / 200
Profit--
56.9%
Facility 56.9%
PA AVG 68.3%
Rank #137 / 175
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Holland Senior Living Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Holland
152
Facility 152
PA AVG 97
Rank #21 / 213
D+No
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 46
Rank #268 / 269
Twining Retirement Community LLC15
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #134 / 200
100%
Facility 100%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #194 / 200
129
Facility 129
PA AVG 63
Rank #172 / 200
8.6
Facility 8.6
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #184 / 200
Profit
84
Facility 84
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #60 / 147
1.62
34.2%
Facility 34.2%
PA AVG 68.3%
Rank #173 / 175
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Ridgecrest at Cranberry Woods
IL
AL
MC
Cranberry Township
115
Facility 115
PA AVG 97
Rank #61 / 213
C+No
47
Facility 47
PA AVG 46
Rank #121 / 269
Fdg Cb Opco LLC21
12
Facility 12
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 200
57%
Facility 57%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #115 / 200
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 63
Rank #135 / 200
3.8
Facility 3.8
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #129 / 200
Profit--
73.0%
Facility 73.0%
PA AVG 68.3%
Rank #78 / 175
Studio
Walden III
IL
AL
Wind Gap
77
Facility 77
PA AVG 97
Rank #127 / 213
DNo
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 46
Rank #179 / 269
Walden Care LLC12
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #152 / 200
83%
Facility 83%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #184 / 200
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 63
Rank #153 / 200
7.9
Facility 7.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #182 / 200
Profit
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #113 / 147
1.05
59.7%
Facility 59.7%
PA AVG 68.3%
Rank #123 / 175
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westlake Woods by New Perspective
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Erie (Stonegate)
79
Facility 79
PA AVG 97
Rank #120 / 213
D-Yes
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 46
Rank #114 / 269
Erie Ops LLC18
13
Facility 13
PA AVG 4
Rank #187 / 200
89%
Facility 89%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #189 / 200
365
Facility 365
PA AVG 63
Rank #198 / 200
20.3
Facility 20.3
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #200 / 200
Profit
58
Facility 58
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #98 / 147
1.38
59.5%
Facility 59.5%
PA AVG 68.3%
Rank #125 / 175
Studio / 1 Bed
The Community at Rockhill
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Sellersville
74
Facility 74
PA AVG 97
Rank #135 / 213
?Yes
57
Facility 57
PA AVG 46
Rank #91 / 269
The Community At Rockhill24
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #93 / 200
54%
Facility 54%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #97 / 200
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 63
Rank #124 / 200
3.0
Facility 3.0
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #102 / 200
Non-Profit
43
Facility 43
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #116 / 147
1.00
55.4%
Facility 55.4%
PA AVG 68.3%
Rank #139 / 175
-
Manchester Commons of Presbyterian Senior Care
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Erie
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 97
Rank #113 / 213
?No
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 46
Rank #114 / 269
The Presbyterian Homes In The Presby Of Lake Erie27
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #152 / 200
44%
Facility 44%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #51 / 200
67
Facility 67
PA AVG 63
Rank #118 / 200
2.5
Facility 2.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #77 / 200
Non-Profit--
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
PA AVG 68.3%
Rank #42 / 175
-
Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
York
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 97
Rank #170 / 213
?No
94
Facility 94
PA AVG 46
Rank #7 / 269
Spiritrust Lutheran23
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #41 / 200
22%
Facility 22%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #10 / 200
33
Facility 33
PA AVG 63
Rank #48 / 200
1.4
Facility 1.4
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #28 / 200
Non-Profit----
Arbutus Park Manor
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Johnstown
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 97
Rank #208 / 213
?Yes
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 46
Rank #47 / 269
Arbutus Park Manor Inc6
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #82 / 200
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #141 / 200
19
Facility 19
PA AVG 63
Rank #25 / 200
3.2
Facility 3.2
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #112 / 200
Non-Profit----
Redstone Highlands
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Greensburg
61
Facility 61
PA AVG 97
Rank #156 / 213
?No
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 46
Rank #21 / 269
Redstone Presbyterian Seniorcare37
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #113 / 200
54%
Facility 54%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #97 / 200
106
Facility 106
PA AVG 63
Rank #157 / 200
2.9
Facility 2.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #96 / 200
Non-Profit--
73.8%
Facility 73.8%
PA AVG 68.3%
Rank #70 / 175
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Highland Park Senior Living

874 Schechter Dr, Wilkes-Barre Township, PA 18702
Overview of Highland Park Senior Living

Offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care, Highland Park Senior Living is a personal care home in Wilkes-Barre Township, Pennsylvania, operated by Highland Park Senior Living LLC. The community currently maintains a 48% occupancy rate and provides studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom accommodations, giving older adults a variety of living options as their care needs change.

Amenities such as a café, dining areas, a hair salon, a theater, and a cocktail lounge are provided, creating opportunities for social interaction, recreation, and personal wellness. These shared spaces support an active lifestyle while encouraging meaningful connections within the community. The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 37, making it largely car-dependent, although some nearby services are accessible on foot.

State inspections have also monitored the community’s environmental conditions, resident safety, and regulatory compliance over several years, reflecting ongoing oversight of daily operations and care practices.

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Overview of Holland Senior Living Community

Situated in Holland, PA, Holland Senior Living Community provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community has a secure dementia care unit which aims to ease the risk of wandering for those with memory-related conditions. Residents have access to services whenever needed, with 24-hour staffing available. With a 152-bed capacity, the community also accommodates those seeking short-term stays to provide time for their usual caregivers to rest.

Occupancy is at 34.2%, and residents can use the fitness center, indoor pool, walking paths, indoor greenhouse, woodworking shop, and 250-seat auditorium for exercise, outdoor movement, hobbies, and organized events. Restaurant-style dining serves three meals daily with options for personal preferences, while scheduled transportation covers shopping and errands. A staff chaplain provides spiritual care, and Twining Retirement Community operates the community.

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Overview of Ridgecrest at Cranberry Woods

Ridgecrest at Cranberry Woods is a retirement community in Cranberry Township, PA, offering independent living, personal care, and memory care. Promoting a nurturing, home-like environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. Exceptional services, including healthy meals, housekeeping, and medication management, are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care, as personalized care plans are developed based on their needs and preferences.

Light exercises, social events, and various activities encourage residents to live actively and make friends. Residents can also rest and focus on their wellness, as first-class amenities, including a heated indoor pool, a movie theater, and a fitness center. Surrounded by restaurants and shops in Craberry Twp, the community ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. Providing high-quality services for older adults’ welfare, this retirement community is one of the best options for senior living in Pennsylvania.

Starting Price $4,285/Month

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Walden III

325 N Broadway, Wind Gap, PA 18091
Overview of Walden III

Burrowed in a peaceful neighborhood in Wind Gap, PA, Walden III is a welcoming senior living community that empowers seniors to live a fulfilling lifestyle through their compassionate assisted living and independent living services. Retire in the comfort of tastefully furnished residences with central air conditioning, fire protection systems, and emergency call bells in bedrooms and bathrooms for convenient access to assistance during emergencies. Residents benefit from the convenience and comfort of having personal assistance with daily living activities, housekeeping and laundry services, transportation, and 24-hour Supervision.

Fostering a vibrant social life and living experience, the community organizes a comprehensive recreation program, including games, social hour, Bible study, movies, exercise classes, and much more. Other supportive care services, such as routine health checks by nurses, podiatry services, on-site lab services, and physical and occupational therapy services, ensure residents stay on top of their overall health. The community ensures residents’ nutrition is always in check by offering nutrition management services. With comprehensive services and amenities, residents are empowered to comfortably age in place in this beautiful community.

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Overview of Westlake Woods by New Perspective

Westlake Woods by New Perspective offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Erie, PA. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks and independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and the range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without leaving the community.

The community has 79 beds and offers studio and one bedroom housing. A studio serves as one private living space, while a one bedroom layout provides a separate bedroom. Westlake Woods by New Perspective is in the Stonegate neighborhood, allows pets, and is operated by Erie Ops. A Walk Score of 48 places the area where most errands require a car or ride, so a resident who no longer drives will need one for those trips.

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Overview of The Community at Rockhill

The Community at Rockhill offers independent living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Sellersville, 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. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site, and respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 74 beds. Room and unit types include studios, one-bedroom units, and two-bedroom units, with the larger layouts able to suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 4h 56m per resident/day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Residents have access to a pool, salon, courtyard gardens, and a nature trail, providing options for recreation, personal grooming, and outdoor time. À la carte dining includes various offerings and views during meals. Scheduled transportation serves local shopping destinations, and a shuttle connects with a sister campus, giving residents organized rides for those trips.

Pets are allowed, which can let a resident keep a pet as part of the move. Weekly religious services are available for residents who want to attend services within the community. A Walk Score of 57 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can handle some trips independently. Ted Leister is the director.

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Overview of Manchester Commons of Presbyterian Senior Care

Manchester Commons of Presbyterian Senior Care offers assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing care in Erie, PA. Assisted living includes help with personal care and daily tasks, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Skilled nursing has licensed nursing care on site around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical support. Several care levels in one community may suit someone whose needs change over time, since moving to another level can happen without leaving the community.

Dementia care is available for residents who need services related to dementia. Rehabilitation services support recovery or maintenance of function without requiring arrangements with an outside provider. The community has 80 beds. Manchester Commons accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families those payment routes for eligible care and services.

Total nurse staffing is 5h 1m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident. The community is operated by The Presbyterian Homes In The Presby Of Lake Erie. A Walk Score of 48 places the area in a setting where most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk. Manchester Commons may be a good fit for someone who may need more support over time and could benefit from access to assisted living, dementia care, and skilled nursing within one community.

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Overview of Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive

SpiriTrust Lutheran, the Village at Sprenkle Drive operates as a multi-level senior community in York, Pennsylvania. Residents can choose among residential cottages and apartments for independent living, or access daily support through assisted living, memory care, and 24-hour skilled nursing. This 56-bed setting allows individuals to shift between support levels as health needs change, avoiding the stress of moving elsewhere. Short-term rehabilitation is also on site for those recovering from surgery or illness before returning home.

Financing choices encompass Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment methods. Daily living is especially convenient due to a 94 Walk Score, placing grocery stores, pharmacies, and local cafes within easy walking distance for residents who prefer not to drive.

Prospective representatives exploring housing and care options in York can contact SpiriTrust Lutheran to ask about current room availability or set up a tour.

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Overview of Arbutus Park Manor

Arbutus Park Manor offers nursing home care, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Johnstown, PA. Independent living means a resident has a private living space with community services but no daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Short term rehabilitation and respite care support temporary stays, including periods when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, or when a resident needs rehabilitation services. The community has 35 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 55 minutes per resident per day, which represents the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. A Walk Score of 76 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops and services independently.

Pets are allowed. A resident can bring a pet when moving into the community.

Starting Price $5,400/Month

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Redstone Highlands

4 Garden Center Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601
Overview of Redstone Highlands

Redstone Highlands operates a broad care network in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, featuring independent living, assisted living, memory care, and 24-hour skilled nursing, alongside home care, hospice, and palliative options. Independent living allows residents to maintain private lifestyles without daily care interventions. Assisted living offers help with routine tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication tracking, while memory care utilizes a secure layout to support residents prone to wandering. The availability of all these programs under one roof enables seniors to transition to higher care tiers as personal health needs change over time.

Established in 1980 by Redstone Presbyterian Seniorcare, this 61-bed community allocates four hours and 56 minutes of daily direct nursing time per resident. Financial options cover Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. The features include a rehabilitation center for physical therapy and dedicated respite programs to support temporary stays when regular caregivers are away. A walk score of 85 makes the surrounding neighborhood highly accessible on foot, allowing non-driving residents to easily reach nearby shops and services.

Prospective individuals exploring options for comprehensive senior care can reach out to Redstone Highlands for further information or to schedule an on-site visit.

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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 Independent Living in Pennsylvania

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 273 independent living communities in Pennsylvania. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living 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 independent living 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.

Independent Living in Pennsylvania at a glance

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: 97The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Pennsylvania. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90