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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. 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. 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.
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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Concordia at Weatherwood
IL
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Greensburg
106
Facility 106
PA AVG 97
Rank #75 / 214
B+No
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 46
Rank #21 / 272
Concorida Of Monroeville35
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 194
57%
Facility 57%
PA AVG 59.2%
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
71.7%
Facility 71.7%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #90 / 193
-
Atria Bethlehem
IL
AL
Bethlehem
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 97
Rank #22 / 214
BYes
36
Facility 36
PA AVG 46
Rank #165 / 272
Wg Bethlehem Sh LLC32
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #86 / 194
50%
Facility 50%
PA AVG 59.2%
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
45.3%
Facility 45.3%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #154 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Village at Lifequest
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Quakertown
141
Facility 141
PA AVG 97
Rank #31 / 214
CNo
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 46
Rank #47 / 272
Lifequest Nursing Center20
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
75%
Facility 75%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #164 / 194
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 63
Rank #140 / 194
4.5
Facility 4.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #139 / 194
Non-Profit
137
Facility 137
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #12 / 147
1.28
87.2%
Facility 87.2%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #38 / 193
-
The Terrace At Chestnut Hill
IL
AL
MC
RC
Philadelphia (Chestnut Hill)
122
Facility 122
PA AVG 97
Rank #50 / 214
CNo
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 46
Rank #78 / 272
Abington Senior Care LLC42
13
Facility 13
PA AVG 4
Rank #173 / 194
71%
Facility 71%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #151 / 194
157
Facility 157
PA AVG 63
Rank #174 / 194
3.7
Facility 3.7
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #117 / 194
Profit
112
Facility 112
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #31 / 147
1.32
69.7%
Facility 69.7%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #86 / 193
Studio
Brightview East Norriton
IL
AL
MC
East Norriton
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 97
Rank #101 / 214
C+Yes
38
Facility 38
PA AVG 46
Rank #153 / 272
Nh Bv East Norriton Tenant, LLC28
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 4
Rank #136 / 194
64%
Facility 64%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #127 / 194
115
Facility 115
PA AVG 63
Rank #155 / 194
4.1
Facility 4.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #132 / 194
Profit
113
Facility 113
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #29 / 147
1.59
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #41 / 193
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Viva Senior Living at Harrisburg
IL
AL
MC
RC
Harrisburg (Lawnton)
96
Facility 96
PA AVG 97
Rank #95 / 214
C-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 59.2%
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
Bellingham at West Chester
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
West Chester
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 97
Rank #114 / 214
B+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 59.2%
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
-
Waverly Heights
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Gladwyne (Lower Merion Township)
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 97
Rank #113 / 214
?No
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 46
Rank #259 / 272
Waverly Heights Ltd17
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #53 / 194
53%
Facility 53%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #86 / 194
37
Facility 37
PA AVG 63
Rank #49 / 194
2.2
Facility 2.2
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #56 / 194
Non-Profit
67
Facility 67
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #82 / 147
1.18
69.5%
Facility 69.5%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #88 / 193
-
Souderton Mennonite Homes
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Souderton
154
Facility 154
PA AVG 97
Rank #19 / 214
?No
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 46
Rank #181 / 272
Souderton Mennonite Homes33
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #111 / 194
73%
Facility 73%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #160 / 194
116
Facility 116
PA AVG 63
Rank #156 / 194
3.5
Facility 3.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #113 / 194
Non-Profit
116
Facility 116
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #26 / 147
1.22
60.4%
Facility 60.4%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #110 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Homestead Village
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Lancaster (Rohrerstown)
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 97
Rank #82 / 214
?Yes
16
Facility 16
PA AVG 46
Rank #225 / 272
Homestead Village Inc15
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 194
20%
Facility 20%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #2 / 194
13
Facility 13
PA AVG 63
Rank #8 / 194
0.9
Facility 0.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #3 / 194
Non-Profit--
57.0%
Facility 57.0%
PA AVG 65.7%
Rank #137 / 193
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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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Overview of Atria Bethlehem

Atria Bethlehem offers assisted living and independent living in Bethlehem, PA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to keep a private apartment, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may want to remain in the same community.

Atria Bethlehem has 150 beds and is operated by Wg Bethlehem Sh. Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments: a studio provides one private living space, while a two bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 36 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; pets are allowed, letting a resident live with a pet in the community.

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Overview of The Village at Lifequest

The Village at Lifequest in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, features a full spectrum of housing and care options, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and standard nursing home support. Active residents in independent living enjoy private apartments with access to community services. Assisted living provides personal care help with tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication, while round-the-clock licensed nurses oversee skilled nursing residents. Short-term rehabilitation therapy is also available for individuals recovering from illness or surgery. Access to these progressive care levels enables people to stay in the community even as health needs change over time.

Lifequest Nursing Center operates this 141-bed community. Property features include nature trails for spotting local wildlife alongside an active Residential Life program. A walk score of 76 rates the surrounding area as very walkable, meaning many daily errands can be handled on foot without relying on a vehicle.

Prospective representatives exploring senior living choices in Quakertown can get in touch with The Village at Lifequest to inquire about openings or schedule a visit.

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Overview of The Terrace at Chestnut Hill

Experience an invigorating stay with the Terrace at Chesnut Hill located in Philadelphia, PA. This charming community offers assisted living and memory care services. Inviting and spacious accommodations are available based on its residents’ preferences. In terms of memory care, this community provides Lilac Trace Memory Care wherein certified dementia practitioners focus on the primary needs of those with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other cognitive conditions, with utmost kindness and compassion.

Enjoy its top-tier amenities and services, including restaurant-style dining with nutritious meals, wellness programs administered by a trained team of caregivers, the historic Philadelpia sceneries along with social activities within its beautiful spaces, and a sense of belonging with other residents. At the Terrace of Chestnut Hill, seniors are guaranteed a living experience worth remembering.

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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 Viva Senior Living at Harrisburg

With 96 beds, Viva Senior Living at Harrisburg is a personal care home in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite services. Operated by Harrisburg AL Operations LLC, it also features studio, private, and companion suite floor plans in a two-story setting. Monthly rates start at $5,400.

Amenities and services offered include gourmet dining, housekeeping, weekly linen service, transportation, medication management, and a 24-hour emergency call system. Landscaped outdoor spaces, resident lounges, and a variety of social and recreational activities encourage engagement and connection. Its neighborhood has limited walkability, suggesting that transportation is needed to complete most errands.

State inspections revealed recurring concerns related to medication management, staff training, and resident safety. Moreover, the recent renewal inspection also found several concerns related to abuse, inadequate staff training, unsafe equipment, medication errors, and fire safety violations. However, corrective action plans related to resident equipment, medication storage, and support plan documentation were accepted.

Starting Price $3,100 - $5,400/Month

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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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Waverly Heights

P.o.box 179, 1400 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Overview of Waverly Heights

Waverly Heights offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Gladwyne, PA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication management, and similar tasks. Memory care is secured and supervised for residents at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since changing care needs may not require leaving the community. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Waverly Heights may fit families seeking both long term care options and temporary support.

The community has 82 beds, with total nurse staffing of 7 hours and 27 minutes per resident each day. That figure represents the daily nursing time available per resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted: Medicare can help cover eligible short term skilled nursing care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for care.

Residents can exercise in the fitness center and pool. Outdoors, a walking path, croquet court, bocce ball courts, and putting green provide recreation, while vegetable and flower gardens, a greenhouse, and an outdoor dining patio support gardening and meals outside. Several dining venues offer breakfast, lunch, or dinner with planned menus. Skilled nursing & Rehabilitation and Care Management are named programs, and rehabilitation services support recovery or maintenance of function within the community’s care offerings.

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Souderton Mennonite Homes

207 W Summit St, Souderton, PA 18964
Overview of Souderton Mennonite Homes

Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of West Summit Street, Souderton, PA, Souderton Mennonite Homes is an idyllic senior living community offering various living options. These include residential living, personal care, memory care, health care, and respite care. With a wide range of cozy and elegant floor plans including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, villas, and cottages, seniors experience unmatched comfort and safety. The community promises the highest quality of care and support, ensuring seniors thrive in their golden years.

Souderton Mennonite Homes promotes a tight-knit community, providing seniors with opportunities to interact and meet people with the same interests. Fun activities and exciting local trips await seniors. Various dining venues are available for residents to enjoy tasty and healthy meals with friends. The community ensures seniors’ well-being with its stunning amenities including a state-of-the-art gym, an auditorium, and a quilting room within its ethereal campus embraced by picturesque gardens and serene patios.

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Overview of Homestead Village

Operated by Homestead Village Inc. under the ownership of Douglas Motter, Homestead Village is a 100-bed skilled nursing community located on Village Circle in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The single-story community provides private rooms that promote comfort and privacy for older adults. With 57% occupancy and an average resident stay of 134 days, it serves individuals receiving both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care.

Additionally, residents receive an average of 5 hours and 20 minutes of nursing care each day from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides working together to provide comprehensive clinical support. Rehabilitation services, respite care, secure personal care, memory support, and wellness programs further address a wide range of recovery and long-term care needs.

The surrounding neighborhood is primarily car-dependent, making most errands and appointments easier to reach by vehicle. However, the community is well equipped to support residents’ daily living through its clinical services and therapeutic programs.

Furthermore, state inspections have consistently evaluated safety practices and documentation standards. Over time, the community has implemented accepted corrective action plans and maintained improvements in regulatory compliance, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to quality care and operational standards.

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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