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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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
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
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 194
22%
Facility 22%
PA AVG 59.2%
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---
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
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
55%
Facility 55%
PA AVG 59.2%
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-
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
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 59.2%
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---
Redstone Highlands
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Greensburg
61
Facility 61
PA AVG 97
Rank #157 / 214
?No
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 46
Rank #21 / 272
Redstone Presbyterian Seniorcare37
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 194
54%
Facility 54%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #90 / 194
106
Facility 106
PA AVG 63
Rank #150 / 194
2.9
Facility 2.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #89 / 194
Non-Profit--
73.8%
Facility 73.8%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #66 / 193
Concordia Lutheran Ministries – Oertel Building
IL
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Cabot
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 97
Rank #160 / 214
ANo
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 46
Rank #243 / 272
Concordia Lutheran Health And Human Care17
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 194
53%
Facility 53%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #86 / 194
43
Facility 43
PA AVG 63
Rank #63 / 194
2.5
Facility 2.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #70 / 194
Non-Profit--
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #33 / 193
Lutheran Home at Kane/Residential Care Center
IL
AL
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Kane
33
Facility 33
PA AVG 97
Rank #211 / 214
?No
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 46
Rank #67 / 272
Lutheran Home At Kane19
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
47%
Facility 47%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #57 / 194
53
Facility 53
PA AVG 63
Rank #85 / 194
2.8
Facility 2.8
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #84 / 194
Non-Profit---
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 59.2%
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--
82.5%
Facility 82.5%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #71 / 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
A+Yes
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 46
Rank #263 / 272
Country Meadows Of Northampton Associates LP35
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #86 / 194
46%
Facility 46%
PA AVG 59.2%
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
Nippenose Valley Village
IL
AL
RESC
RC
Williamsport
69
Facility 69
PA AVG 97
Rank #142 / 214
B+No
88
Facility 88
PA AVG 46
Rank #17 / 272
Nippenose Valley Village Inc21
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #86 / 194
52%
Facility 52%
PA AVG 59.2%
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
The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC
IL
AL
RC
Pittsburgh
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 97
Rank #186 / 214
C+Yes
38
Facility 38
PA AVG 46
Rank #153 / 272
Cpf Living Communities II-Whitehall, LLC13
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
54%
Facility 54%
PA AVG 59.2%
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
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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.

Contact Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive

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

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.

Contact Redstone Highlands

Overview of Concordia Lutheran Ministries – Oertel Building

Concordia Lutheran Ministries, Oertel Building in Cabot, PA provides assisted living, adult day care, home care, hospice care, independent living, memory care, nursing care, palliative care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to keep a private living space. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Nursing care and skilled nursing serve residents who require clinical support, with skilled nursing providing licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Inpatient hospice services allow hospice care to be delivered during an inpatient stay, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management alongside treatment for serious illness. Adult day care offers daytime support without a residential stay, and home care and home and community services bring care to people living in their own homes or communities.

Rehabilitation services include short term rehabilitation and outpatient therapy, giving someone a recovery focused option after an illness, injury, or procedure. Respite care provides a short stay for a person whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover, so the community may be a good fit for a household whose care needs change or whose caregiver needs temporary support. Programs also include retirement living and long term nursing care, and the community has 60 beds. Concordia Lutheran Health And Human Care operates Concordia Lutheran Ministries, Oertel Building.

Contact Concordia Lutheran Ministries – Oertel Building

Overview of Lutheran Home at Kane/residential Care Center

Lutheran Home at Kane/residential Care Center in Kane, PA, provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, palliative care, residential care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living and residential care include help with daily routines, while independent living supports private living without daily care. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care, and palliative care focuses on comfort for someone with serious illness. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since several care levels are available within the community. With 33 beds, the home is smaller, giving staff and residents more opportunity to get to know one another. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 20 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nurse time allocated to each resident.

A Walk Score of 68 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently. Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy, giving residents access to those therapies through the community, while medical appointment transportation helps residents get to scheduled medical visits. A beauty and barber shop provides personal grooming services without requiring a trip away from the community.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay uses personal or family funds. Char Floravit, NHA, PCHA, PHR, serves as director.

Contact Lutheran Home at Kane/Residential Care Center

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

Meadows Living Center at Country Meadows of Bethlehem supplies a full spectrum of senior care in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The facility features independent living for self-sufficient residents, assisted living for help with personal tasks like dressing and medication, and a secured memory care unit for individuals requiring supervision. Round-the-clock licensed skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, hospice care, and short-term respite stays round out the offerings.

This varied setup allows residents to shift to higher tiers of care as personal health requirements evolve. Country Meadows of Northampton Associates manages this 64-bed community. Residents can bring their pets to live with them, adding a familiar touch of home.

Prospective families considering multi-level care options in Bethlehem can reach out to Meadows Living Center to evaluate programs and check current room availability.

$3,042/Month

Contact Meadows Living Center at Country Meadows of Bethlehem

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.

Contact Nippenose Valley 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.

$4,645/Month

Contact The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC

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