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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
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.
Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
York
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 97
Rank #171 / 214
No
94
Facility 94
PA AVG 46
Rank #7 / 272
Spiritrust Lutheran23
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 194
22%
Facility 22%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #3 / 194
33
Facility 33
PA AVG 63
Rank #41 / 194
1.4
Facility 1.4
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #21 / 194
Non-Profit---
Asbury Heights
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Pittsburgh
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 97
Rank #54 / 214
Yes
47
Facility 47
PA AVG 46
Rank #122 / 272
Asbury Healthcare, LLC5
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
100%
Facility 100%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #188 / 194
25
Facility 25
PA AVG 63
Rank #27 / 194
5.0
Facility 5.0
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #145 / 194
Non-Profit--
36.7%
Facility 36.7%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #186 / 193
The Garden at Pine Run Health Center
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Doylestown
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 97
Rank #196 / 214
Yes
94
Facility 94
PA AVG 46
Rank #7 / 272
Pine Run Village, Inc7
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
71%
Facility 71%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #151 / 194
27
Facility 27
PA AVG 63
Rank #31 / 194
3.9
Facility 3.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #127 / 194
Non-Profit--
72.5%
Facility 72.5%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #71 / 193
Arbutus Park Manor
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Johnstown
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 97
Rank #209 / 214
Yes
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 46
Rank #47 / 272
Arbutus Park Manor Inc6
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 194
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #134 / 194
19
Facility 19
PA AVG 63
Rank #18 / 194
3.2
Facility 3.2
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #105 / 194
Non-Profit--
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #19 / 193
Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Philadelphia (Northeast Philadelphia)
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 97
Rank #181 / 214
Yes
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 46
Rank #230 / 272
Evangelical Manor, Inc22
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
55%
Facility 55%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #97 / 194
72
Facility 72
PA AVG 63
Rank #119 / 194
3.3
Facility 3.3
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #107 / 194
Non-Profit
23
Facility 23
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #141 / 147
1.00
46.0%
Facility 46.0%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #169 / 193
Oak Hill Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Middletown
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 97
Rank #196 / 214
No
21
Facility 21
PA AVG 46
Rank #212 / 272
Oak Hill Al Operating Company LLC3
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #134 / 194
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 63
Rank #3 / 194
3.0
Facility 3.0
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #95 / 194
Profit--
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #106 / 193
Meadows Living Center at Country Meadows of Bethlehem
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Bethlehem
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 97
Rank #154 / 214
Yes
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 46
Rank #263 / 272
Country Meadows Of Northampton Associates LP35
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #86 / 194
46%
Facility 46%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #55 / 194
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 63
Rank #66 / 194
1.3
Facility 1.3
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #14 / 194
Profit--
48.4%
Facility 48.4%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #158 / 193
The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC
IL
AL
RC
Pittsburgh
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 97
Rank #186 / 214
Yes
38
Facility 38
PA AVG 46
Rank #153 / 272
Cpf Living Communities II-Whitehall, LLC13
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
54%
Facility 54%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #90 / 194
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 63
Rank #133 / 194
6.5
Facility 6.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #167 / 194
Profit
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #106 / 147
1.47-
Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg
IL
AL
MC
Harrisburg (Lawnton)
96
Facility 96
PA AVG 97
Rank #95 / 214
No
43
Facility 43
PA AVG 46
Rank #140 / 272
Harrisburg Al Operations LLC10
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #136 / 194
80%
Facility 80%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #173 / 194
92
Facility 92
PA AVG 63
Rank #142 / 194
9.2
Facility 9.2
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #180 / 194
Profit
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #44 / 147
1.15-
Nippenose Valley Village
IL
AL
RESC
RC
Williamsport
69
Facility 69
PA AVG 97
Rank #142 / 214
No
88
Facility 88
PA AVG 46
Rank #17 / 272
Nippenose Valley Village Inc21
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #86 / 194
52%
Facility 52%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #77 / 194
72
Facility 72
PA AVG 63
Rank #119 / 194
3.4
Facility 3.4
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #111 / 194
Profit--
62.3%
Facility 62.3%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #116 / 193

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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.

Contact Arbutus Park Manor

Overview of Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park

A community that strives in exceedingly making its residents comfortable, the Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park offers the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday living.  A sister home of the Wesley Enhanced Living group, their Pennypack Park branch places integrity at the heart of its mission– personal care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and dementia care are all delivered with compassion and integrity. As its name suggests, the elegant senior living home aims to enhance and enrich the lives of residents of Wesley Enhanced Living in Pennypack Park.
Wesley Enhanced Pennypack lifestyle is built on the enhancement of residents’ lives, as well as ensuring a home where residents thrive. Residents can get seamless access to beautiful community amenities such as the landscaped courtyard, gazebo, walking paths, and gardens; or indulge in healthy and delicious meals at the dining room or in-house cafe. The senior living community strives in promoting a warm and inviting environment where residents can easily feel comfortable in living their best life possible.

Contact Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park

Overview of Oak Hill Village

Discover the exceptional senior living destination of Oak Hill Village, located in Middletown, Pennsylvania. Seize the opportunity to maintain your beloved lifestyle in this assisted living and memory care community. Oak Hill Village offers a range of care levels, including Independent Living, Personal Care, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and Rehabilitation, ensuring that you can continue to reside in the community you cherish as your care needs evolve.

At Oak Hill Village, the dedicated team of professionals is committed to making your retirement years the best they can be. Experience the highest standard of care, comfort, and happiness as you navigate this new chapter of life. With a comprehensive range of services available, seamless transitions between different care levels can be achieved within the familiar surroundings of Oak Hill Village. Indulge in a fulfilling retirement experience at Oak Hill Village, where graceful aging and a vibrant lifestyle await you.

Contact Oak Hill Village

Overview of The Residence at Whitehall Il and

Seven years running, and The Residence at Whitehall Il and covers a fairly full spread for a 46-bed community: assisted living, independent living, and respite care, all in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Independent living starts at $2,665 a month. Getting around outside the building usually means driving, since the Walk Score here sits at 38, somewhat walkable at best.

Daily support runs through medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry, the kind of coverage that lets residents stay independent without managing every task alone. Respite care is available too, for families who need short-term coverage rather than a permanent move.

Branding shows up in a few specific places. Graceful Dining™ names the community’s approach to meals, and Graceful Respite Stays and the Vibrant Living Program each carry their own identity rather than folding into a generic activities list. A Wellness Program adds structure to the calendar, and residents can spend time in a fitness center, a spa, a restaurant, or a cafe.

Veterans Benefits are available here too, worth knowing for residents who qualify and are weighing how to pay for care.

Jenna Johnston directs the community, and Cpf Living Communities – Whitehall LLC owns the property. This is a mid-sized Pittsburgh community built around named dining and wellness programs, daily living support, and flexible respite options for families who need it.

Contact The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC

Nippenose Valley Village

7190 South State Route 44 Hwy, Williamsport, PA 17701
Overview of Nippenose Valley Village

Nippenose Valley Village offers assisted living, independent living, residential care, and respite care in Williamsport, PA. Assisted living and residential care provide a residential setting with personal care support, while independent living offers private living with community services rather than daily care. Respite care provides brief stays, and having several care levels in one community may suit someone whose needs could change over time or a family caregiver who needs temporary support.

The community has 59 beds. Scheduled transportation takes residents to local appointments, errands, and outings, while daily coordinated social activities create organized opportunities to take part in community life. Chef-prepared meals are served table-side by staff, so residents receive prepared dining without needing to cook for themselves.

A Walk Score of 88 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Nippenose Valley Village may be a good fit for someone seeking multiple living and care arrangements in one community, including a brief stay when a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

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Overview of The Garden at Pine Run Health Center

The Garden at Pine Run Health Center offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, skilled nursing, home care, hospice care, and respite care in Doylestown, PA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care around the clock, home care supports a person in their residence, and hospice care addresses end-of-life and comfort needs.

Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a new community. The center has 40 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 59m per resident/day, representing daily nurse staffing time assigned to each resident. A Walk Score of 94 / 100 places the area in a walker’s paradise, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still complete routine errands independently on foot. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicare may apply to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay uses personal funds.

Residents can use the pool, clay and fine arts studio, outdoor garden area, and resident flower and vegetable garden for recreation and time outside. Restaurant-style dining offers a variety of meal options, and special diets are available for residents with dietary requirements. Rehabilitation services provide therapy as part of a resident’s care, pets are allowed, and Pine Run Village operates the community.

Contact The Garden at Pine Run Health Center

Overview of Meadows Living Center at Country Meadows of Bethlehem

With a 64-bed capacity, Meadows Living Center at Country Meadows of Bethlehem is a nursing home in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, that offers skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, restorative care, and memory support. The community is operating at approximately 48% occupancy, with 31 older adults currently in residence. Its location along Green Pond Road is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of only 5, suggesting that transportation is required for most errands and outings.

Rehabilitation services are provided for residents recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, while restorative care is available to help residents maintain independence. Memory care, assisted living, and personal care are also offered, allowing the community to accommodate varying levels of care, particularly those with cognitive-related conditions.

State inspections have highlighted concerns related to resident safety and staff conduct. In response, corrective action plans and staff retraining initiatives have been implemented, although recent inspections indicate these areas continue to require attention.

A discussion with the management regarding resident protection measures, staff training requirements, and ongoing oversight practices is also encouraged to better understand how Meadows Living Center at Country Meadows of Bethlehem addresses these concerns.

Contact Meadows Living Center at Country Meadows of Bethlehem

Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg

Operated by Harrisburg Al Operations Llc, Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg is an assisted living, independent living, and memory care community on Kempton Avenue in the heart of Harrisburg’s arts and cultural district. It serves 87 residents in its 96 beds, with a dedicated 24-unit Alzheimer’s care program for those needing specialized memory support.

The facility draws on its neighborhood’s cultural vitality, urging residents to visit local museums and attend theater performances daily. This arts-focused approach reflects the community’s philosophy of enrichment and engagement. Staff comprises licensed nurses who provide direct care, anchored by dedicated housekeeping and maintenance teams who keep the residence tidy and cozy. Here, dining is a focal component of daily life. The skilled chefs prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals using fresh ingredients and tailor menus to each resident’s dietary preferences and nutritional needs. The community also handles billing in an easy, no-hassle way, lessening stress for families navigating care arrangements. The neighborhood scores 43 for walkability, so some nearby services are walkable, with most errands and outings requiring transportation. For visiting family members, this somewhat walkable location has a balance of accessibility and a calmer residential feel near Harrisburg’s cultural institutions.

Contact Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg

Overview of Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive
SpiriTrust Lutheran, The Village at Sprenkle Drive is a retirement community in York, PA. It offers a variety of services including Residential Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support Care, Skilled Nursing Care, and Short-Term Rehabilitation. The community promotes an active, independent lifestyle while providing a continuum of care.

Contact Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive

Asbury Heights

700 Bower Hill Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
Overview of Asbury Heights

Asbury Heights, a historic and trusted provider of senior living services, has been a Pittsburgh staple for over 115 years. At Asbury Heights, the dedicated team has built a wonderful community that offers comprehensive accommodations for seniors in search of a spectrum of care. Offering independent living, personal care, nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care services, this community has maintained a high standard of service delivered with compassion. Asbury Heights truly feels like home to its residents. This community stands on a sprawling, beautiful campus with features for leisure activities; Asbury Heights is also equipped with a beauty salon, café, post office, and chapel. Nursing home residents are under inpatient or outpatient programs with therapy and other specific treatment plans. Furthermore, personal care and memory care residents have access to assistance with daily tasks with help from the dedicated staff. For those in search of independent living, Asbury Heights provides amenities and activities to encourage an active lifestyle.

Contact Asbury Heights

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