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| Westlake Woods by New Perspective |
IL
AL
MC
NH
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Erie (Stonegate) |
79
Facility
79
PA AVG
94
Rank
#306 / 555
| Yes |
48
Facility
48
PA AVG
46
Rank
#304 / 668
| Erie Ops LLC |
63
Facility
63
PA AVG
83
Rank
#429 / 460
| 12 |
5
Facility
5
PA AVG
4
Rank
#347 / 482
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83.3%
Facility
83.3%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#395 / 482
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136
Facility
136
PA AVG
63
Rank
#432 / 482
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11.3
Facility
11.3
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#449 / 482
| Profit |
58
Facility
58
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#228 / 361
| 1.38 |
55.7%
Facility
55.7%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#379 / 485
| Studio / 1 Bed | - |
| Country Meadows Retirement Communities |
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
RC
|
Wyomissing |
80
Facility
80
PA AVG
94
Rank
#293 / 555
| No |
31
Facility
31
PA AVG
46
Rank
#457 / 668
| Country Meadows Of Wyomissing LLC |
86
Facility
86
PA AVG
83
Rank
#193 / 460
| 7 |
0
Facility
0
PA AVG
4
Rank
#1 / 482
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42.9%
Facility
42.9%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#49 / 482
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11
Facility
11
PA AVG
63
Rank
#55 / 482
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1.6
Facility
1.6
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#51 / 482
| Profit |
37
Facility
37
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#298 / 361
| 1.00 |
46.3%
Facility
46.3%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#435 / 485
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Sunrise of Abington |
IL
AL
HC
MC
|
Abington |
110
Facility
110
PA AVG
94
Rank
#166 / 555
| Yes |
57
Facility
57
PA AVG
46
Rank
#227 / 668
| Szr Abington Al Opco LLC |
65
Facility
65
PA AVG
83
Rank
#424 / 460
| 15 |
6
Facility
6
PA AVG
4
Rank
#379 / 482
|
66.7%
Facility
66.7%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#223 / 482
|
95
Facility
95
PA AVG
63
Rank
#401 / 482
|
6.3
Facility
6.3
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#375 / 482
| Profit |
109
Facility
109
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#80 / 361
| 1.47 |
65.5%
Facility
65.5%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#290 / 485
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A- |
| Brookdale Grayson View |
IL
AL
MC
RC
|
Selinsgrove |
95
Facility
95
PA AVG
94
Rank
#240 / 555
| Yes |
7
Facility
7
PA AVG
46
Rank
#622 / 668
| Emeritus Corporation |
73
Facility
73
PA AVG
83
Rank
#356 / 460
| 18 |
7
Facility
7
PA AVG
4
Rank
#405 / 482
|
61.1%
Facility
61.1%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#183 / 482
|
78
Facility
78
PA AVG
63
Rank
#376 / 482
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4.3
Facility
4.3
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#272 / 482
| Profit |
104
Facility
104
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#88 / 361
| 1.30 |
84.2%
Facility
84.2%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#90 / 485
| Studio | A+ |
| Ridgecrest at Cranberry Woods |
IL
MC
PC
|
Cranberry Township |
115
Facility
115
PA AVG
94
Rank
#153 / 555
| No |
47
Facility
47
PA AVG
46
Rank
#320 / 668
| Fdg Cb Opco LLC |
73
Facility
73
PA AVG
83
Rank
#356 / 460
| 20 |
6
Facility
6
PA AVG
4
Rank
#379 / 482
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60%
Facility
60%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#158 / 482
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78
Facility
78
PA AVG
63
Rank
#376 / 482
|
3.9
Facility
3.9
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#250 / 482
| Profit | - | - |
73.9%
Facility
73.9%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#202 / 485
| Studio | - |
| Bethlehem Manor |
IL
AL
MC
|
Bethlehem (West Side) |
75
Facility
75
PA AVG
94
Rank
#323 / 555
| No |
73
Facility
73
PA AVG
46
Rank
#123 / 668
| Bethlehem Manor Senior Living LLC |
75
Facility
75
PA AVG
83
Rank
#338 / 460
| 17 |
5
Facility
5
PA AVG
4
Rank
#347 / 482
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52.9%
Facility
52.9%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#112 / 482
|
44
Facility
44
PA AVG
63
Rank
#269 / 482
|
2.6
Facility
2.6
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#142 / 482
| Profit |
65
Facility
65
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#199 / 361
| 1.63 |
36.0%
Facility
36.0%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#473 / 485
| Studio | A+ |
| Kirkland Village |
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
RC
|
Bethlehem |
64
Facility
64
PA AVG
94
Rank
#383 / 555
| No |
12
Facility
12
PA AVG
46
Rank
#591 / 668
| Presbyterian Homes, Inc. |
84
Facility
84
PA AVG
83
Rank
#220 / 460
| 9 |
2
Facility
2
PA AVG
4
Rank
#186 / 482
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44.4%
Facility
44.4%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#62 / 482
|
11
Facility
11
PA AVG
63
Rank
#55 / 482
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1.2
Facility
1.2
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#31 / 482
| Non-Profit |
31
Facility
31
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#318 / 361
| 1.03 |
46.9%
Facility
46.9%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#432 / 485
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Traditions of Hershey |
IL
AL
|
Palmyra (Campbelltown) |
36
Facility
36
PA AVG
94
Rank
#518 / 555
| No |
17
Facility
17
PA AVG
46
Rank
#551 / 668
| Gahc3 Palmyra Pa Alf Trs Sub LLC |
92
Facility
92
PA AVG
83
Rank
#98 / 460
| 9 |
3
Facility
3
PA AVG
4
Rank
#245 / 482
|
44.4%
Facility
44.4%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#62 / 482
|
19
Facility
19
PA AVG
63
Rank
#111 / 482
|
2.1
Facility
2.1
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#82 / 482
| Profit |
35
Facility
35
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#303 / 361
| 1.21 |
97.2%
Facility
97.2%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#9 / 485
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Country Meadows of York-West |
IL
AL
MC
|
York (Trolley Road) |
215
Facility
215
PA AVG
94
Rank
#17 / 555
| Yes |
44
Facility
44
PA AVG
46
Rank
#350 / 668
| Country Meadows Of York LLC |
82
Facility
82
PA AVG
83
Rank
#257 / 460
| 6 |
0
Facility
0
PA AVG
4
Rank
#1 / 482
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66.7%
Facility
66.7%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#223 / 482
|
13
Facility
13
PA AVG
63
Rank
#73 / 482
|
2.2
Facility
2.2
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#95 / 482
| Profit | - | - |
57.7%
Facility
57.7%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#364 / 485
| Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Vincentian Schenley Gardens |
IL
AL
MC
RC
|
Pittsburgh (Hill District) |
164
Facility
164
PA AVG
94
Rank
#40 / 555
| Yes |
78
Facility
78
PA AVG
46
Rank
#89 / 668
| Vincentian De Marillac |
82
Facility
82
PA AVG
83
Rank
#257 / 460
| 13 |
4
Facility
4
PA AVG
4
Rank
#301 / 482
|
53.8%
Facility
53.8%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#119 / 482
|
23
Facility
23
PA AVG
63
Rank
#139 / 482
|
1.8
Facility
1.8
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#59 / 482
| Non-Profit |
159
Facility
159
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#13 / 361
| 2.65 |
36.6%
Facility
36.6%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#472 / 485
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Autumn House East |
IL
AL
MC
|
East York |
150
Facility
150
PA AVG
94
Rank
#52 / 555
| No |
66
Facility
66
PA AVG
46
Rank
#167 / 668
| 2618 E Market Street Operating Company LLC |
72
Facility
72
PA AVG
83
Rank
#362 / 460
| 11 |
5
Facility
5
PA AVG
4
Rank
#347 / 482
|
63.6%
Facility
63.6%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#206 / 482
|
170
Facility
170
PA AVG
63
Rank
#446 / 482
|
15.5
Facility
15.5
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#464 / 482
| Profit | - | - |
80.0%
Facility
80.0%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#130 / 485
| Private Room / Semi-Private Room | A+ |
| Freedom Village at Brandywine |
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
|
Coatesville |
60
Facility
60
PA AVG
94
Rank
#399 / 555
| Yes |
9
Facility
9
PA AVG
46
Rank
#603 / 668
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
90.9%
Facility
90.9%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#41 / 485
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Lima Estates |
IL
AL
MC
NH
|
Media |
60
Facility
60
PA AVG
94
Rank
#399 / 555
| No |
24
Facility
24
PA AVG
46
Rank
#511 / 668
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
62.3%
Facility
62.3%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#314 / 485
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | A+ |
| Spring House Estates |
IL
NH
AL
|
Lower Gwynedd Township (Spring House) |
16
Facility
16
PA AVG
94
Rank
#554 / 555
| No |
43
Facility
43
PA AVG
46
Rank
#363 / 668
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
66.2%
Facility
66.2%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#284 / 485
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | A+ |
| Viva Memory Care at Dresher |
IL
AL
MC
RC
|
Dresher |
66
Facility
66
PA AVG
94
Rank
#369 / 555
| No |
52
Facility
52
PA AVG
46
Rank
#261 / 668
| Dresher Mc Opco, LLC |
66
Facility
66
PA AVG
83
Rank
#410 / 460
| 15 |
7
Facility
7
PA AVG
4
Rank
#405 / 482
|
86.7%
Facility
86.7%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#433 / 482
|
133
Facility
133
PA AVG
63
Rank
#427 / 482
|
8.9
Facility
8.9
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#423 / 482
| Profit |
66
Facility
66
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#197 / 361
| 2.00 |
53.0%
Facility
53.0%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#397 / 485
| Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - |
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Overview of St. Anne’s Retirement Community
St. Anne’s Retirement Community is a Catholic-based retirement community for senior living in southcentral Pennsylvania. It offers a continuum of care including skilled care, personal care, memory support, and rehabilitation services. The community has been serving residents since 1928, providing compassionate services and quality integrated care.
Homewood Living Plum Creek is a senior living community located in Hanover, Pennsylvania. It offers a variety of services including residential living, personal care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation. The community is dedicated to providing a supportive and engaging environment for seniors.
Homewood Living Martinsburg is a continuing care retirement community located in Martinsburg, Pennsylvania. It offers a variety of services including independent living, assisted lifestyle, short-term rehabilitation, health care, and memory care. The community is dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents through engaging activities and a strong commitment to service.
Overview of Frederick Living – Aspen Village
Frederick Living - Aspen Village is a continuing care retirement community located in Zieglerville, PA. It offers a range of services including independent living, personal care, memory support, and skilled nursing. The community is committed to providing a vibrant lifestyle enriched with meaningful activities and a sense of belonging.
Overview of Cornwall Manor
Cornwall Manor is a non-profit active senior living community in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania. It offers a variety of living options including apartments and homes, along with healthcare services for individuals aged 60 and over. The community is located near Lebanon, Hershey, and Lancaster, PA.
Overview of Masonic Village at Sewickley-Star Points Building
Masonic Village at Sewickley offers active retirement living in a serene suburban setting. Residents can enjoy a variety of services including personal care, nursing services, and memory support. The community features multiple dining options and a range of activities to enhance the quality of life.
Shenango Presbyterian Home is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania. It offers a range of services including independent living, personal care, dementia care, and skilled nursing. The community is designed to support the independence, health, and well-being of its residents.
Overview of Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown
Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown offers compassionate, individualized care in a safe and nurturing environment. The facility provides a range of services including long-term care, personal care, independent living, and rehabilitation services. Residents enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere with a focus on personalized care plans and advanced medical services.
Overview of Christ the King Manor
Christ The King Manor is a retirement community in DuBois, PA. It offers a continuum of care including independent living, personal care, skilled nursing, therapy services, home care, and respite care. The facility is committed to providing exceptional care and support to its residents.
Overview of Arbutus Park Manor
Arbutus Park Manor is a retirement community located in Johnstown, PA. It offers a variety of care options including independent living, personal care, short-term therapy, skilled nursing care, and dementia & memory care. The mission is to provide quality care and services nurturing the mind, body, and spirit of adults in the Laurel Highlands.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 254 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.
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