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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over 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.
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.
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.
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.
Heartis Bucks County
IL
AL
MC
RC
Warminster (Warminster Village)
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 97
Rank #82 / 214
No
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 46
Rank #115 / 272
Dri/Heartis Bucks County LLCC-17
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
100%
Facility 100%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #188 / 194
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 63
Rank #136 / 194
5.1
Facility 5.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #147 / 194
Profit
81
Facility 81
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #65 / 147
1.50-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Homewood Living Plum Creek, Inc.
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Hanover
149
Facility 149
PA AVG 97
Rank #27 / 214
No
84
Facility 84
PA AVG 46
Rank #27 / 272
Homewood Living Plum Creek, Inc?17
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
18%
Facility 18%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #1 / 194
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 63
Rank #11 / 194
0.9
Facility 0.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #3 / 194
Non-Profit--
58.4%
Facility 58.4%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #128 / 193
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The Inn at Horsham Center for Jewish Life
IL
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
North Wales
58
Facility 58
PA AVG 97
Rank #169 / 214
No
57
Facility 57
PA AVG 46
Rank #92 / 272
1425 Horsham Snf Operations LLC?16
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #136 / 194
69%
Facility 69%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #147 / 194
54
Facility 54
PA AVG 63
Rank #89 / 194
3.4
Facility 3.4
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #111 / 194
Profit
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #127 / 147
1.21
43.1%
Facility 43.1%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #155 / 193
-
Highland Park Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Wilkes-Barre Township
160
Facility 160
PA AVG 97
Rank #17 / 214
No
37
Facility 37
PA AVG 46
Rank #158 / 272
Highland Park Senior Living LLCA-38
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 4
Rank #173 / 194
47%
Facility 47%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #57 / 194
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 63
Rank #136 / 194
2.3
Facility 2.3
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #61 / 194
Profit--
56.9%
Facility 56.9%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #161 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ridgecrest at Cranberry Woods
IL
AL
MC
Cranberry Township
115
Facility 115
PA AVG 97
Rank #62 / 214
No
47
Facility 47
PA AVG 46
Rank #122 / 272
Fdg Cb Opco LLCC+21
12
Facility 12
PA AVG 4
Rank #163 / 194
57%
Facility 57%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #108 / 194
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 63
Rank #128 / 194
3.8
Facility 3.8
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #122 / 194
Profit--
73.0%
Facility 73.0%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #64 / 193
Studio
Holland Senior Living Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Holland
152
Facility 152
PA AVG 97
Rank #21 / 214
No
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 46
Rank #271 / 272
Twining Retirement Community LLCD+15
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #150 / 194
100%
Facility 100%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #188 / 194
129
Facility 129
PA AVG 63
Rank #165 / 194
8.6
Facility 8.6
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #178 / 194
Profit
84
Facility 84
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #60 / 147
1.62
34.2%
Facility 34.2%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #191 / 193
-
Walden III
IL
AL
Wind Gap
77
Facility 77
PA AVG 97
Rank #128 / 214
No
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 46
Rank #181 / 272
Walden Care LLCD12
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
83%
Facility 83%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #178 / 194
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 63
Rank #146 / 194
7.9
Facility 7.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #176 / 194
Profit
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #113 / 147
1.05
59.7%
Facility 59.7%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #144 / 193
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westlake Woods by New Perspective
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Erie (Stonegate)
79
Facility 79
PA AVG 97
Rank #121 / 214
Yes
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 46
Rank #115 / 272
Erie Ops LLCD-18
13
Facility 13
PA AVG 4
Rank #150 / 194
89%
Facility 89%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #183 / 194
365
Facility 365
PA AVG 63
Rank #192 / 194
20.3
Facility 20.3
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #194 / 194
Profit
58
Facility 58
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #98 / 147
1.38
59.5%
Facility 59.5%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #142 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed
The Community at Rockhill
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Sellersville
74
Facility 74
PA AVG 97
Rank #136 / 214
Yes
57
Facility 57
PA AVG 46
Rank #92 / 272
The Community At Rockhill?24
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
54%
Facility 54%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #90 / 194
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 63
Rank #117 / 194
3.0
Facility 3.0
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #95 / 194
Non-Profit
43
Facility 43
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #116 / 147
1.00
55.4%
Facility 55.4%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #131 / 193
-
Manchester Commons of Presbyterian Senior Care
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Erie
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 97
Rank #114 / 214
No
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 46
Rank #115 / 272
The Presbyterian Homes In The Presby Of Lake Erie?27
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #163 / 194
44%
Facility 44%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #44 / 194
67
Facility 67
PA AVG 63
Rank #111 / 194
2.5
Facility 2.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #70 / 194
Non-Profit--
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #33 / 193
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Overview of Heartis Bucks County

Stunningly built within a blissful area in Warminster, PA, Heartis Bucks County is a luxury senior living community that offers compassionate assisted living, independent living, and memory care services. The community features a team of highly-competent caregivers to provide compassionate care and assistance to residents, giving them comfort and peace of mind. With snug and stunning accommodations ranging from studio to two-bedroom apartments, residents enjoy a relaxing living environment that they can personalize to accommodate their unique preferences and needs.

An array of fun and engaging activities and programs are available to keep residents active and engaged, fostering a purposeful and fulfilling living experience. Residents’ health and nourishment are guaranteed with fresh, delicious, and healthy meals served daily to accommodate their unique dietary needs. At Heartis Bucks County, residents enjoy plenty of service, amenities, and activities designed to make their retirement experience as comfortable as possible.

Contact Heartis Bucks County

Overview of Homewood Living Plum Creek

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.

Contact Homewood Living Plum Creek, Inc.

Overview of The Inn at Horsham Center for Jewish Life

The Inn at Horsham Center for Jewish Life offers nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, respite care, and skilled nursing in North Wales, PA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice care focuses on comfort for residents receiving end of life support. Respite care offers short term stays for a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time, and the 58 bed size may suit someone who prefers a smaller community.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the nursing time assigned to each resident across a day. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and the community is operated by 1425 Horsham Snf Operations. An on site beauty salon, outdoor patio seating, library, and community room give residents places for personal care, outdoor time, reading, and events within the community. Rehabilitation services, religious services, and dining that follows Jewish dietary laws are also available, allowing residents to access these services and practices as part of community life. A Walk Score of 57 makes the area somewhat walkable, so a resident may be able to complete some nearby errands on foot.

Contact The Inn at Horsham Center for Jewish Life

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.

Contact Highland Park Senior Living

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.

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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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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

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.

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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.

Contact The Community at Rockhill

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.

Contact Manchester Commons of Presbyterian Senior Care

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