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8.0
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2 reviews
My loved one's experience here over the years has been mostly good. We had a brief miscommunication after a hospital stay, but that seems to be all worked out and communication is improving. This is a newer...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
What used to be one of Collegeville’s most beloved landmarks is now the area’s most loved senior living community! Providence Place at the Collegeville Inn is situated on 20 acres along the scenic Perkiomen Creek. The former Inn has been renovated to serve as the residents’ main dining room with...
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110 reviews
When visiting friends, they exuded overall happiness with their new home. It impressed me as well as a wonderful place to live. Their apartment was lovely. The luncheon that Arbour Square provided for us...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Arbour Square of Harleysville!Nestled on a picturesque 22-acre campus in the heart of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, our 55+ independent senior community offers an enriching lifestyle. At Arbour Square, you can embrace worry-free living...
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9.8
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88 reviews
I have lived at Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living since [date removed]. The staff, from the Executive Director to the students who work part-time in the dining room, always make you feel at...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Keystone Villa at Douglassville, an Independent Living retirement community, there are no entrance fees, long-term leases or hidden costs. You will find everything you need to enjoy a worry-free, healthy and active retirement community lifestyle. This is an ideal setting for seniors who want...
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9.6
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50 reviews
We picked them because of the location, cost, levels of care available, it did not smell bad when I visited. My mom is happy there, but communicating with staff on my end has been difficult in several...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled quietly near the Wissahickon creek in Lansdale, PA is St. Mary Villa for Independent and Retirement living. From the moment you enter the elegant and well-appointed lobby, you'll feel immediately at home. Once you walk on the wide paths through the gardens and pass the chapel filled with...
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9.5
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21 reviews
I would like to see more activities through the week including another night of poker, more trivia, more [name removed] and other Western movies. More amount of food for lunch and dinner would also be good.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hudson Estates features an active lifestyle, with a full complement of amenities and services so you can enjoy your retirement and spend more time with new friends and family. Our independent lifestyle includes a live-in management team that is available 24/7 in case of an emergency. Each private...
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9.2
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15 reviews
This is the third senior living mom tried, and this one is finally a "keeper." The residents are truly happy there, and it shows every day. We would certainly recommend this community to other families based...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Especially now, nothing is more comforting than being surrounded by family. And that’s just what you can expect at Arcadia when we open very soon.We’re a different kind of senior living community… with a strong family foundation and inclusive, faith-based approach – we invite you to discover the...
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8.9
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3 reviews
I moved from another state to live near my son's family due to the birth of my first granddaughter. This was a huge change. Retired and left friends and family. The staff at Anthology KOP were and are very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Tucked among 122 acres at The Village at Valley Forge, a new mixed-use community in Montgomery County, Anthology of King of Prussia invites residents to enjoy a rich and vibrant lifestyle. The Village at Valley Forge is sprinkled with dining, shopping, and entertainment destinations, offering...
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8.6
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80 reviews
Everyone is very caring and kind. My mom enjoys being there. They are like their own little family. There are some repairs that need to be made to the facility such as they need a new roof and the carpet...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome home to Greenfield of Perkiomen Valley! We are located in a beautiful & historic region of Montgomery County about 40 miles northwest of Center City Philadelphia. Schwenksville is the gateway to the Perkiomen Trail, which is a 19-mile scenic trail running along the Perkiomen Creek....
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This transition has been not an easy one for my mother but the staff at the Bright View have been incredible. She’s finally participating in activities and engaging with other residents.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located on East Germantown Pike in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, Brightview East Norriton is the area's only full-service, rental retirement community. This inviting community brings together the best apartments and convenient services for Independent Living as well as support and care for...
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8.4
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13 reviews
Had to move my mother from a private pay facility to a private pay/ Medicaid facility as her finances are dwindling and she will be able to transition to skilled nursing/medicaid when the time comes....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Residences at Manatawny Village is a senior living community located in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. The community resides in the center of a productive farming and dairy region and has access to the nearby historic diatrict of Pottstown which offers tremendous opportunities for social,...
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The VC is really nice and the provide really good care. We expected the application to take a long time but he was able to move in in a month. He's in the new part so it has alot of ammentities, they provide...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Buchert Ridge Community’s (BRC) unique concept was created approximately 10 years ago. We are not a condo or home-owner’s association. We are a professionally owned & managed community using a combination of the best features from the various types of adult living communities available.When...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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12 reviews
My mother chose the life plan at Elm Terrace moving into Independent Living. Thank God she did! Shortly after she moved in she needed skilled care for rehab after a fall. The therapist worked so hard to get...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Graterford, PA
The average cost of senior living in Graterford is $4,406 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Perkasie, PA with an average of $3,939 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Graterford
Recent reviews for independent living in Graterford
Hudson Estates in Lansdale, PA
5.0
What has made Hudson Estates such a great experience so far is the staff. The staff is very friendly. The building is beautiful, very clean and open. Meals are very good and there is a variety. Activities plus bus trips are good for the residents.
Sunrise of Abington
4.8
The staff is always accommodating, patient and kind. Their security is there 24/7. They are always on post and pleasant to speak with. The entertainment is well organized and fun for the entire family. The food is good.
Christ's Home in Warminster, PA
4.8
Better ratio of nursing staff to patient, there is more one-on-one attention. Very clean facility, all private rooms and nice surroundings. The level of care here is far better than Neshaminy Manor, where our loved one had also been. However I can't stress enough this is SHORT term rehab, they ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at their community. At Arbour Square, the staff go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel at home. For example, at Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, the front desk employees greet eve ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered in communities, allowing them to stay active and socialize with others. At Arbour Square, for instance, residents participate in things like bingo, crafts, and music shows, while Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living off ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's the private rooms or common areas. At Arbour Square, the recent renovations have updated the living spaces, creating a five-star resort-like atmosphere. Meanwhile, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent ...
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Attentive and responsive staff. Families appreciate the staff's attentiveness and quick response to any concerns or emergencies. At Arbour Square, staff members make sure to check in on residents, such as notifying families when a resident has fallen. The helpfulness extends to Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Li ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Anthology of King of Prussia, residents can enjoy a variety of meals and food choices, while at Hudson Estates, the kitchen staff accommodates residents' dietary restrictions and individual ...
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Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews mention the sense of community and camaraderie at their senior living communities. At Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, residents are excited to make new friends and interact with others, while at Arcadia at Limerick Pointe, the atmosphere is warm and pleasant, maki ...
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Graterford independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Graterford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Graterford, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Graterford independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Graterford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Graterford, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
56.3%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.3%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Graterford independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Graterford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Graterford, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.3%
43%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Graterford independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Graterford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Graterford, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arbour Square, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and Merrill Gardens at West Chester are the top-rated independent living facilities near Graterford, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 20 independent living facilities near Graterford, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Graterford, Pennsylvania are Arbour Square, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and St. Mary Villa, a CCRC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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