Page 2 of Best Independent Living in Pennsylvania

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 273 independent living communities in PA using PA Depts. of Human Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in PA
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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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Kendal-Crosslands Communities
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Kennett Square
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 97
Rank #178 / 214
Yes
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 46
Rank #243 / 272
Kendal-Crosslands Communities, Inc17
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
35%
Facility 35%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #17 / 194
20
Facility 20
PA AVG 63
Rank #19 / 194
1.2
Facility 1.2
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #11 / 194
Non-Profit
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #130 / 147
1.00
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #100 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Kirkland Village
IL
AL
CCRC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Bethlehem
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 97
Rank #154 / 214
Yes
12
Facility 12
PA AVG 46
Rank #236 / 272
Presbyterian Homes, Inc25
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #86 / 194
48%
Facility 48%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #68 / 194
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 63
Rank #83 / 194
2.1
Facility 2.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #50 / 194
Non-Profit
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #132 / 147
1.03
46.9%
Facility 46.9%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #163 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Cumberland Crossings Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Wings Carlisle
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 97
Rank #168 / 214
No
74
Facility 74
PA AVG 46
Rank #55 / 272
Lutheran Senior Services East21
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
38%
Facility 38%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #22 / 194
32
Facility 32
PA AVG 63
Rank #38 / 194
1.5
Facility 1.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #26 / 194
Non-Profit
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #94 / 147
1.34
72.9%
Facility 72.9%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #69 / 193
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Sunrise of Abington
IL
AL
HOS
MC
Abington
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 97
Rank #67 / 214
Yes
57
Facility 57
PA AVG 46
Rank #92 / 272
Szr Abington Al Opco LLC22
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #163 / 194
68%
Facility 68%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #144 / 194
117
Facility 117
PA AVG 63
Rank #158 / 194
5.3
Facility 5.3
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #154 / 194
Profit
109
Facility 109
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #38 / 147
1.47
65.5%
Facility 65.5%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #104 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Bethlehem Manor
IL
AL
MC
Bethlehem (West Side)
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 97
Rank #131 / 214
No
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 46
Rank #58 / 272
Bethlehem Manor Senior Living LLC29
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 4
Rank #150 / 194
52%
Facility 52%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #77 / 194
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 63
Rank #117 / 194
2.4
Facility 2.4
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #68 / 194
Profit
65
Facility 65
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #85 / 147
1.63
36.0%
Facility 36.0%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #187 / 193
StudioA+
Traditions of Hershey
IL
AL
Palmyra (Campbelltown)
36
Facility 36
PA AVG 97
Rank #202 / 214
No
17
Facility 17
PA AVG 46
Rank #222 / 272
Gahc3 Palmyra Pa Alf Trs Sub LLC21
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
43%
Facility 43%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #40 / 194
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 63
Rank #66 / 194
2.1
Facility 2.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #50 / 194
Profit
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #127 / 147
1.21
97.2%
Facility 97.2%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #1 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Canonsburg
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 97
Rank #54 / 214
No
54
Facility 54
PA AVG 46
Rank #98 / 272
Paramount Senior Living At Peters Township LLC47
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 4
Rank #150 / 194
34%
Facility 34%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #15 / 194
62
Facility 62
PA AVG 63
Rank #106 / 194
1.3
Facility 1.3
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #14 / 194
Profit
137
Facility 137
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #12 / 147
1.67
68.3%
Facility 68.3%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #91 / 193
-A+
Oakbridge Terrace at Normandy Farms Estates
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Blue Bell
58
Facility 58
PA AVG 97
Rank #169 / 214
No
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 46
Rank #115 / 272
Acts Retirement-Life Communities Inc16
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
31%
Facility 31%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #8 / 194
27
Facility 27
PA AVG 63
Rank #31 / 194
1.7
Facility 1.7
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #35 / 194
Non-Profit
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #94 / 147
1.23
79.3%
Facility 79.3%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #39 / 193
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The Heritage of Green Hills Care Center
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
Reading
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 97
Rank #101 / 214
No
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 46
Rank #12 / 272
Heritage Campus Green Hills Opco LLC13
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #136 / 194
62%
Facility 62%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #123 / 194
39
Facility 39
PA AVG 63
Rank #52 / 194
3.0
Facility 3.0
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #95 / 194
Non-Profit
111
Facility 111
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #33 / 147
1.59
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #49 / 193
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Country Meadows of York-West
IL
AL
MC
York
215
Facility 215
PA AVG 97
Rank #5 / 214
Yes
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 46
Rank #132 / 272
Country Meadows Of York LLC13
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 194
31%
Facility 31%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #8 / 194
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 63
Rank #11 / 194
1.2
Facility 1.2
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #11 / 194
Profit--
57.7%
Facility 57.7%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #134 / 193
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+

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Overview of Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township

Discover a vibrant lifestyle with Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township in McMurray, PA. This esteemed community offers independent living, personal care, assisted living, dementia care, home health care, and hospice care, all supported by 24-hour on-site nurses and a full-service physical therapy program. Having a well-trained and passionate team, residents can receive the utmost care and support they deserve.

Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment for seniors to feel a sense of belonging and live to the fullest. Engage in enriching social, educational, and recreational programs, plus enjoy daily afternoon socials and group transportation. The community’s delicious, well-balanced meals cater to every palate, ensuring dining is a delight. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can make the most out of their living experience with Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township.

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Overview of Sunrise of Abington

Operating for 45 years, Sunrise of Abington is a personal care home in Abington, Pennsylvania, that offers personal care and memory care. This 110-bed community has a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts in a three-story setting, and currently maintains a 65% occupancy rate. The community is operated by Szr Abington AL OpCo LLC, in a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 57, allowing older adults to reach some nearby destinations on foot.

Over the years, state inspections have identified areas related to community maintenance, environmental management, medication administration and documentation, and staff training. Corrective plans have been submitted and accepted to address these findings and support ongoing regulatory compliance.

Scheduling a tour and discussing maintenance and safety practices, medication management procedures, and staff training with leadership are highly encouraged for interested families. These conversations can provide valuable insight into how quality care and daily operations are managed for older adults.

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Bethlehem Manor

815 Pennsylvania Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18018
Overview of Bethlehem Manor

Nestled in the neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA, Bethlehem Manor is a classic senior living community, offering compassionate independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Committed to providing residents with unmatched accommodations, the community features an array of carefully designed residences that fosters a home-like atmosphere and comfortable living experience. A team of fully qualified and skillfully trained care experts are available any time of the day to offer various services, such as personal care, daily living assistance, and more.

Encouraging residents to stay active and engaged on a daily basis, the community also offers a multitude of activities and programs that everyone can enjoy. The community partners with reliable third-party care providers to provide residents with additional care services, such as rehabilitation, podiatry services, and psychiatry services. Here, residents can rest easy knowing that they will be provided with quality care and services.

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Overview of Country Meadows of York-West

Country Meadows of York is an upscale assisted living community with quality services such as independent living, personal care, restorative care, and memory care for seniors. This community brings an elevated lifestyle into its elegant and gracious approach to modern-day senior living.

Country Meadows is a resident-driven community that strives to put the needs of their senior residents first. Services and amenities include transportation, engaging activities, social and educational programs, and floor plans. In Country Meadows, a vibrant atmosphere helps boost an enriching lifestyle for its seniors, ensuring that residents have lived their best lives possible during their stay.

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Kendal-Crosslands Communities

1660 Street Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Overview of Kendal-Crosslands Communities

Situated in the stunning Kennett Square, PA, Kendal-Crosslands Communities is an idyllic senior living community that provides life-plan communities. A wide range of cozy and sophisticated studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom accommodations await seniors as they transition into the community, carefully crafted to foster freedom and familiarity. Kendal-Crosslands Communities lends extra support to residents’ daily lives with a compassionate and highly skilled team.

Share stories with fellow residents and lead a meaningful life surrounded by a bright and welcoming environment. A robust calendar of carefully curated fun activities and exciting events accompanies residents as they make the most out of their day. Moreover, dining options are carefully prepared to satisfy seniors’ tastes and preferences. Kendal-Crosslands Communities is an incredible community that promotes lively and enjoyable surroundings within its beautiful campus.

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Kirkland Village

1 Kirkland Village Cir, Bethlehem, PA 18017
Overview of Kirkland Village

Set in the sunny and charming neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA, Kirkland Village is a warm and welcoming senior living community that delivers exceptional independent living, personal care, memory care, and transitional care. To further enhance residents’ convenience, the community also provides home care services, skilled nursing for residents undergoing recovery, as well as end of life care. Offering convenient access to the historic downtown of Bethlehem, the community allows residents to enjoy the city’s vibrant offerings conveniently.

The community provides every resident with maintenance-free accommodations in a variety of floor plans, including charming cottages and luxury terrace homes. A vibrant array of amenities, such as a library, day spa, on-site pub, aquatic, and fitness center are also offered to give residents a more enjoyable living experience. With access to a wide array of services, residents of Kirkland Village are guaranteed to age in place comfortably.

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Overview of Cumberland Crossings Retirement Community

Cumberland Crossings Retirement Community offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Carlisle, PA. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels in one community allow a resident whose needs grow to move to a different level of care without leaving the community. Respite care is also available for short stays, which suits a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. Cumberland Crossings Retirement Community has 59 beds. That places it in the smaller-community range, where staff and residents can get to know each other.

A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. The community has an on-site swimming pool, fitness center, outdoor walking paths, transportation, and rehabilitation services, giving residents options for exercise, outdoor movement, rides, and therapy.

Dining options include meals tailored to residents’ needs and preferences. Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare is relevant to covered short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly. Lutheran Senior Services East operates the community, and Matt Pavalko serves as director.

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Overview of Traditions of Hershey

Traditions of Hershey offers assisted living and independent living in Palmyra, Pennsylvania. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

The community has 36 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments. A studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom layout can work well for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. The smaller size may suit someone who prefers a more intimate community.

A salon and spa, outdoor patios, and transportation are available. Residents can use the salon and spa for personal grooming, spend time outside on the patios, and take rides through the community. Dining includes fresh ingredients and flavorful food pairings. Rehabilitation services provide support for recovery needs. Gahc3 Palmyra Pa Alf Trs Sub operates Traditions of Hershey.

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Overview of The Heritage of Green Hills Care Center

The Heritage of Green Hills Care Center in Reading, PA offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, nursing care, palliative care and respite care. That range may suit a resident whose needs could change over time, since care can continue within one community rather than requiring a move to a new setting. The community has 90 beds and is operated by Heritage Campus Green Hills Opco.

Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while a resident maintains private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services for residents who do not need daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing care supports residents with ongoing clinical needs, hospice care focuses on comfort at the end of life, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief during serious illness; Respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. A Walk Score of 93 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still complete them independently.

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Overview of Oakbridge Terrace at Normandy Farms Estates

Oakbridge Terrace at Normandy Farms Estates offers nursing home care, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 58 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Rehabilitation services and short term rehab provide time limited support focused on recovery. Respite care offers a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and 24 hour staffing means staff are available around the clock. A Walk Score of 48 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips. Oakbridge Terrace at Normandy Farms Estates is operated by Acts Retirement Life Communities.

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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