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| Westlake Woods by New Perspective | IL AL MC NH | 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 | 83.3%
Facility
83.3%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#395 / 482 | 136
Facility
136
PA AVG
63
Rank
#432 / 482 | 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 | 42.9%
Facility
42.9%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#49 / 482 | 11
Facility
11
PA AVG
63
Rank
#55 / 482 | 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 | 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 | 60%
Facility
60%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#158 / 482 | 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 | 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 | 44.4%
Facility
44.4%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#62 / 482 | 11
Facility
11
PA AVG
63
Rank
#55 / 482 | 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 | 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 | Dr. Esher 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 | - |
Highgate at Paoli Pointe is an exceptional senior living community nestled in the heart of Chester County. This vibrant haven offers a secure and supportive environment, offering memory care and assisted living services. With 80 thoughtfully designed apartment homes, around-the-clock assistance is always within reach, ensuring the well-being and comfort of every resident.
The community boasts an array of senior living features that truly enhance the residents’ experience. The sunroom invites you to bask in natural light while enjoying captivating views of the surrounding landscapes. Immerse yourself in the serenity of the gardens and courtyards, purposefully designed to create a soothing environment for memory care communities. These spaces provide a safe and stimulating setting for residents to thrive and engage in meaningful activities. Carefree living is at the core of Highgate at Paoli Pointe. From enriching activities and social events to personalized care and support, every aspect of life is tailored to meet the specific needs of seniors, including assisted living for disabled adults.
Northland Heights is an assisted living and memory care community that is designed with signature programs to have their residents feel young and vibrant with the energy given off by the environment. The assisted living home aims to inspire the quality of life for the seniors by maintaining a well-balanced holistic wellness. Northland understands that individuals are unique and have their own needs, that is why they provide innovative ways to attend to their residents as soon as possible.
Northland lifestyle is as vibrant as its bustling social environment: scheduled activities for seniors to engage with fellow residents and staff, healthy nutritious meals offered in the dining room, and an in-house licensed nurse available 24/7.
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.
Tucked away within the scenic neighborhood of Verona, PA, Seneca Place Village is a one-of-a-kind senior living community that strives to provide seniors with a fulfilling retirement lifestyle through comprehensive care. This includes independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy a comfortable and worry-free lifestyle in spacious apartments equipped with various modern amenities. With a full calendar of activities and programs, residents maintain an active and engaging lifestyle. The community also provides a broad range of amenities that ensures residents’ wellness, comfort, and enjoyment, including freshly-made meals, transportation to outings and appointments, and housekeeping, all complemented with 24-hour nursing care and personal care services tailored to residents’ unique needs. With Seneca Place Village’s dedicated care and service, residents have the freedom to focus on doing things that really matter to them.
Uncompromising high standards are the foundation of Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park’s commitment to residents and their families. They strive to provide unparalleled peace of mind through their state-of-the-art facility, offering a wide range of exceptional services, including assisted living apartments, skilled nursing, dementia care, home healthcare, and hospice care. Upholding nursing home quality measures is paramount to them, ensuring the highest level of care for their residents.
Their outdoor areas provide serene spaces to walk, relax, and bask in the tranquility of nature. Their living room areas and elegant dining rooms exude an ambiance of sophistication and warmth, fostering a sense of belonging and community. They understand the importance of holistic well-being, which is why they offer a fitness center for residents to stay active and maintain their vitality. Additionally, their café provides a cozy spot for socializing and enjoying delightful refreshments. Paramount Senior Living is committed to providing a wealth of amenities that elevate the senior living experience, ensuring that every aspect of life is enriched and cherished.
Atria Bethlehem is an idyllic senior living community tucked in the serene community of West Macada Road, Bethlehem, PA, offering independent living and supportive living. With trusted partners, the community provides a proactive approach to providing physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Residents choose among the community’s well-designed floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes, individual thermostat controls, and other necessities. Live a meaningful life within the community grounds.
The community goes above and beyond in delivering round-the-clock care with a kind and compassionate team. With daily educational, social, cultural, and fitness programs, residents remain active and engaged. Dine at the community’s dining areas with chef-prepared healthy meals three times every day. Atria Bethlehem is a pet-friendly community equipped with a movie theater, a physical therapy center, a salon, and a tranquil patio.
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.
Situated in Montgomery County, Collegeville, PA, Providence Place Senior Living at the Collegeville Inn is a vibrant senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care to ensure most of its residents’ needs are met. Residents can choose from an array of bright and cozy studio and one-bedroom apartments with convenient access to main services and community features. The community offers individualized care plans overseen by a team of licensed nurses available 24/7 to ensure residents’ needs are thoroughly met.
The community offers a long list of engaging and stimulating activities, making sure residents have plenty of opportunities to stay active, and engaged. Deliciously-prepared meals are offered, complemented with access to a coffee, snacks, and beverages bar to ensure residents are always full, happy, and energized to enjoy the vibrant lifestyle they desire. Residents’ holistic well-being are comprehensive care services, access to therapy services, and a wide array of convenient amenities.
Providence Place Senior Living of Lancaster provides a home that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that promotes convenience and growth. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care for seniors, management hopes residents discover possibilities where anything can happen at home. The upscale retirement home heeds a warm, welcoming, family-like, dedicated approach to senior care.
Residential living at Providence Place is built around a rich history, important landmarks, and a top-notch service. Within the community, scheduled local transportation is available upon request, a calendar of activities is given to each resident, a planned list of classes and outings, therapy services, and specialized memory care activities. Personalized care includes daily health checks and medication management, regardless of whether the resident is on a short-term or long-term stay.
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.
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.













