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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.
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.
Bellingham at West Chester
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
West Chester
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 97
Rank #114 / 214
No
98
Facility 98
PA AVG 46
Rank #1 / 272
Lcs Bellingham Tenant LLC16
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #136 / 194
94%
Facility 94%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #187 / 194
241
Facility 241
PA AVG 63
Rank #189 / 194
15.1
Facility 15.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #192 / 194
Profit
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #75 / 147
1.43
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #81 / 193
-A
Traditions of Lansdale
IL
AL
MC
Lansdale
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 97
Rank #22 / 214
No
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 46
Rank #105 / 272
Ivq Lansdale Opco LP18
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #134 / 194
92
Facility 92
PA AVG 63
Rank #142 / 194
5.1
Facility 5.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #147 / 194
Profit
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #52 / 147
1.39
44.7%
Facility 44.7%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #174 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Atria Bethlehem
IL
AL
Bethlehem
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 97
Rank #22 / 214
Yes
36
Facility 36
PA AVG 46
Rank #165 / 272
Wg Bethlehem Sh LLC32
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #86 / 194
50%
Facility 50%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #71 / 194
121
Facility 121
PA AVG 63
Rank #161 / 194
3.8
Facility 3.8
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #122 / 194
Profit
84
Facility 84
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #60 / 147
1.24
51.3%
Facility 51.3%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #154 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Viva Senior Living at Harrisburg
IL
AL
MC
RC
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
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #16 / 193
Studio / Private / Companion Suite-
The Hickman
IL
AL
MC
RESC
West Chester
125
Facility 125
PA AVG 97
Rank #41 / 214
No
98
Facility 98
PA AVG 46
Rank #1 / 272
The Hickman Friends Senior Community Of West Chester23
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #86 / 194
61%
Facility 61%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #122 / 194
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 63
Rank #160 / 194
5.2
Facility 5.2
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #151 / 194
Non-Profit
111
Facility 111
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #33 / 147
1.61
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #124 / 193
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Concordia at Weatherwood
IL
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Greensburg
106
Facility 106
PA AVG 97
Rank #75 / 214
No
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 46
Rank #21 / 272
Concorida Of Monroeville35
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 194
57%
Facility 57%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #108 / 194
87
Facility 87
PA AVG 63
Rank #139 / 194
2.5
Facility 2.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #70 / 194
Non-Profit
65
Facility 65
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #85 / 147
1.18
68.9%
Facility 68.9%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #90 / 193
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Allegria at the Oaks
IL
AL
MC
RESC
Bensalem
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 97
Rank #97 / 214
Yes
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 46
Rank #126 / 272
Bensalem Pch LLC27
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #150 / 194
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #134 / 194
186
Facility 186
PA AVG 63
Rank #176 / 194
6.9
Facility 6.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #170 / 194
Profit
117
Facility 117
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #25 / 147
1.77
69.5%
Facility 69.5%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #88 / 193
2 bed-
Easy Living Country Estates
IL
AL
HC
RESC
Hunker (Hempfield Township)
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 97
Rank #160 / 214
No
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 46
Rank #241 / 272
Ds Realty Ventures LLC20
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
45%
Facility 45%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #49 / 194
30
Facility 30
PA AVG 63
Rank #37 / 194
1.5
Facility 1.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #26 / 194
Profit
61
Facility 61
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #90 / 147
1.13
71.7%
Facility 71.7%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #73 / 193
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Brookdale Mt. Lebanon
IL
AL
RESC
Pittsburgh
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 97
Rank #114 / 214
Yes
53
Facility 53
PA AVG 46
Rank #101 / 272
Brookdale Living Communities Of Pennsylvania-Ml Inc25
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 194
60%
Facility 60%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #116 / 194
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 63
Rank #80 / 194
2.0
Facility 2.0
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #44 / 194
Profit
70
Facility 70
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #79 / 147
1.40--A+
Polk Personal Care Center
IL
AL
Millersburg
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 97
Rank #109 / 214
No
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 46
Rank #115 / 272
Charles P & Margaret E Polk Foundation13
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 194
31%
Facility 31%
PA AVG 59.3%
Rank #8 / 194
14
Facility 14
PA AVG 63
Rank #10 / 194
1.1
Facility 1.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #5 / 194
Non-Profit
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #105 / 147
1.19
52.9%
Facility 52.9%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #149 / 193
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Overview of Brightview East Norriton

Settled in the idyllic community of East Norriton, PA, the Brightview East Norriton is a vibrant senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from cozy and well-appointed accommodations depending on their preferences. With a competent and trained team, this community ensures luxurious and premium services every resident deserves.

Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services including daily chef-prepared gourmet dining, a cafe with coffee and snacks, newspapers and TV, a fully stocked library, arts and crafts, and hobbies room, and a fitness center with senior-friendly equipment. Maximize social interaction by visiting its upscale pub, and multi-purpose great rooms for events and gatherings. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with Brightview East Norriton.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at West Chester

Merrill Gardens at West Chester is an exquisite and upscale residence nestled in the heart of West Chester, Pennsylvania. This remarkable community offers a range of exceptional services, including independent living, personal care, and memory care. Step into a world of elegance as you enter their beautifully appointed interiors, surrounded by galleries, renowned restaurants, and esteemed healthcare facilities.

The home offers specialized memory care services in their dedicated and private homes. These memory care private homes provide a safe and nurturing environment for residents with memory impairments, allowing them to receive personalized attention and support tailored to their specific needs. With their memory care private homes and glowing reviews, Merrill Gardens at West Chester is a beacon of hope and support for individuals and families navigating the challenges of memory loss.

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Overview of Traditions of Lansdale

Age gracefully with Traditions of Lansdale, a blissful community in Lansdale, PA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring thoughtfully furnished and spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can find the accommodation that best matches their needs and preferences. The community also strives to meet residents’ special needs with a compassionate and highly trained team helping with their daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7.

Residents will not run out of things to do, with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs catering to their interests and strengths. Here, mealtimes not only meet nutritional needs but also promote social interactions with delightful and healthy meals. To improve residents’ living conditions, the community also provides FOX Rehabilitation. Spend your golden years surrounded by purposely designed amenities and dedicated services.

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Overview of Concordia at Weatherwood

Concordia at Weatherwood offers assisted living, adult day care, home care, hospice care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Greensburg, PA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while independent living offers private living with community services but no daily care.

Its range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports someone nearing the end of life, while palliative care focuses on relieving symptoms and stress related to serious illness.

Home care brings assistance to a person’s home, and adult day care provides daytime support for someone who returns home afterward. The community has 106 beds and is operated by Concorida Of Monroeville.

Programs include outpatient physical therapy, giving residents access to therapy appointments through the community. The area has a Walk Score of 85, meaning most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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The Hickman

400 N. Walnut Street, West Chester, PA 19380
Overview of The Hickman

The Hickman offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and residential care in West Chester, PA. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Residential care provides a residential setting with personal care.

The Hickman opened in 1891 and has 125 beds. The community is operated by The Hickman Friends Senior Community Of West Chester. Several care levels may allow a resident’s needs to grow over time while remaining in the community, rather than requiring a move elsewhere. Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, and the Independent Plus+ program is available.

The Short Term Respite Stay offers temporary care when a usual caregiver needs time away or is recovering. A Walk Score of 98 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. The Hickman may be a good fit for someone whose needs may change over time and who may be able to move between care settings without leaving the community.

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Overview of Allegria at the Oaks

Allegria at the Oaks is a member of the renowned Allegria senior living group– the environment is expected to be a balance between convenience and security, where residents can feel comfortable in a community that is committed to putting them first. Allegria’s trusted reputation of providing resort-like hospitality is provided by professional staff that is dedicated to making residents’ lives easier, ensuring that they deliver their service with dignity and respect. As with any other Allegria community mission, management and staff make it a priority to help residents maintain their sense of individuality and independence.

Allegria at the Oaks’ environment is person-centered, so they do their best to maintain a level of service that is beneficial to the residents. The continuing care community offers personal care (housekeeping, ADLs, restaurant-style dining, etc.), memory care and Alzheimer’s support, and short-term and trial stay. 

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Overview of Easy Living Country Estates

Nestled in Westmoreland County, Hunker, PA, Easy Living Country Estates is a reliable senior living community that offers excellent independent living, personal care, and home health services. The community features beautifully designed, comfortable, and spacious accommodations nestled on 7.5 rural acres of beautifully maintained grounds. Residents needing extra care and support are provided with assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, personal hygiene, meal preparation and medication administration.

Additional services, such as physical, speech, and occupational therapies, massage therapy, incontinence care, hospice care, and podiatry care, provide residents with the maximum freedom of choice and higher comfort level. Committed to fostering a feeling of community and a sense of fulfillment, the community offers an array of activities that encompass a broad variety of interests, ranging from relaxing walks around our grounds to on-site events, religious services, and weekly live entertainment.

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Overview of Brookdale Mt. Lebanon

Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Mt. Lebanon provides exceptional service for seniors in assisted living and independent living. Brookdale Mt. Lebanon strives to provide a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for their seniors in need of quality assistance by providing options that specifically cater to each individual’s needs while still maintaining a level of independence and individuality. As a member of the Brookdale Senior Living Group, the Brookdale branch in Mt. Lebanon is guaranteed to provide a resident-centered atmosphere for its seniors, promoting a comfortable and secure living situation for them.

Life at Brookdale Mt. Lebanon is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone; with the all-inclusive amenities and services provided by management, seniors are able to live hassle-free. They pride themselves on their approach to modern assisted living care which is unparalleled with their remarkable care staff that offers compassionate care with their service. 

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Overview of Polk Personal Care Center

Polk Personal Care Center provides assisted living and independent living in Millersburg, Pennsylvania. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 85 beds, with efficiency, one bedroom, and two bedroom units. A two bedroom layout can work well for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. Religious services are available. Rehabilitation services support residents working toward mobility or daily function goals. The center is operated by Charles P & Margaret E Polk Foundation. With a Walk Score of 48, the area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride, which matters for a resident who no longer drives independently.

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Overview of Bellingham at West Chester

Bellingham at West Chester offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in West Chester, PA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. 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.

Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Respite care is also available through short term stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover. There are 80 beds, with a 70% occupancy rate, so the full bed capacity is not occupied.

Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families two payment methods for covered care or private payment. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 2 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. LCS Bellingham Tenant operates the community.

A Walk Score of 98 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 get out independently. The 15 acres of grounds provide space for outdoor time, while a pool, salon and spa, and restaurant style dining with chef prepared meals offer on site options for recreation, personal grooming, and meals. Activities focus on continued learning, physical fitness, and social connections.

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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