Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Delaware County, PA below include 47 Assisted Living facilities with 685 reviews. On average in Delaware County, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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52 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342
4.6
(15 reviews)
"I toured Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills. I like its location. It wasn't huge. It was very community-like inside. A lot of people go around doing a lot of different kinds of things. One of the cool things at Merrill Gardens was they have a movie theate..."
$2,800
333 South Newtown Street Road, Newtown Square, PA 19073
4.2
(27 reviews)
"My mom was a resident at sunrise. She had her ups and downs there. The room was ok. Part of the bathroom mirror was missing and wasn’t replaced. She complained about the food, but found things she liked on the menu. Alex the activity director sometim..."
$5,897
CARING STARS WINNER
263 Glen Riddle Road, Media, PA 19063
4.1
(44 reviews)
"We toured Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle. The residents seemed happy because I talked to some of them. The staff has longevity, which means they like their job and very friendly. I like their movie room. I like the schedule of activities. My only c..."
$2,500
100 Halcyon Drive, Media, PA 19063
4.0
(20 reviews)
"We toured the Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line, and the residents were all very friendly and very involved in their activities of the day. They offered me lunch so I could sample the food. The apartments were all lovely and large. They were not the m..."
$1,947
247 North Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
3.7
(40 reviews)
"I toured Sunrise of Granite Run, and everybody there was nice. I liked that they had bigger rooms and a lot of options. They had two bedrooms, a single bedroom that was a little bit bigger and a single one that was a little smaller. They had a little..."
$5,867
463 W Sproul Rd, Springfield, PA 19064
4.0
(6 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Springfield Crossings. She is doing very well. The staff members are awesome. We love them. She is in a newly renovated room, so it's nice. We're having some issues getting some maintenance done. As far as the facility itself..."
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1412 Lansdowne Avenue, Darby, PA 19023
4.4
(35 reviews)
"I went and did an unexpected tour of the St.Francis and to my surprise it was very clean , had no foul smell . Every floor I toured I was greeted by staff members . The director Adris was very knowledgeable. She answered all of my questions. She had ..."
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500 Sandy Bank Road, Media, PA 19063
4.3
(51 reviews)
"Our father has been a resident at Rose Tree Place for the last couple of months. We toured several care facilities before making our final decision. We chose Rose Tree Place because of the proximity to family, the cleanliness of the facility, the typ..."
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411 North Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
4.5
(10 reviews)
"My best friend lives in Lima Estates. It's a very nice one. When my friend moved in, they redid the whole place. They renovated it. They knocked out a wall between the living room and dining room. The kitchen area is very nice. My best friend has two..."
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2700 Chestnut St, Chester, PA 19013
4.1
(29 reviews)
"Chestnut Ridge seemed a little bit dated, but the rooms they had were bigger. If I had the means, I would have my dad there. It's a comfortable place. The dining area was nice. Melissa was excellent. They showed me their calendar of activities, which..."
$791
501 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford, PA 19086
4.4
(10 reviews)
"I toured Plush Mills Senior Living, and as far as everything there, it's nice, but it was pricey. It's twice as much as the other place. The staff was very nice, and they took me on a tour. I met the person who runs it, and everything was upfront. It..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
200 Maris Grove Way, Glen Mills, PA 19342
3.9
(40 reviews)
"What I like most about Maris Grove is the activities and the whole indoor environment. They had a whole world you could walk around inside, like in the middle of winter, you could walk miles and never go outside. They had a lot of hallways and a lot ..."
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404 Cheswick Place, Rosemont, PA 19010
4.6
(6 reviews)
"I toured The Mansion at Rosemont. It was close to all my doctors. The staff was great. The cleanliness was good. I didn't see anything that was bad. The layout was good. It's a regular studio, and they all look the same. It has a friendly atmosphere...."
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535 GRADYVILLE ROAD, Newtown Square, PA 19073
4.3
(10 reviews)
"White Horse Village is a stand-alone place. It is not owned by any major corporation but by individual investors, and it's beautiful. It's actually my first choice, but it's a little step above and a little more expensive. They have different choices..."
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2101 Belmont Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131
4.0
(13 reviews)
"I toured Simpson House on my own. I discovered that they were too expensive because they would take people who have a larger income than what my brother had, so he couldn't afford them at all. However, it's a very nice place, and they gave me a nice ..."
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463 SPROUL ROAD, Springfield, PA 19064
3.8
(19 reviews)
"My father likes Harlee Manor, the people, the therapy, and his apartment, and the family atmosphere that's there. The staff in the rehab section is very good and very attentive. A lot of people come in for music and horticulture, which he's intereste..."
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601 North Ithan Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
4.0
(9 reviews)
"My wife and I have been Beaumont owners for three years. We have found this the most caring community we ever have known. Both residents AND staff look out for one another every day.. The fact that we bought into a non-profit corporation has two..."
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1778 Wilmington Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342
4.1
(6 reviews)
"I went to The Residence at Chadds Ford for my parents. It had great security. The residents seem to be very happy. It had a great menu in the restaurant. The room size was a decent size. They're all going to be small, but it was like a hotel room wit..."
$4,063
242 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342
3.6
(25 reviews)
"I loved Glen Mills Senior Living. I was very impressed. I said, "Oh, my goodness, this looks like a little summer home." It's a very beautiful place and well-kept. The person who showed me around was excellent. He was fantastic. He took the time to s..."
$2,870
1048 West Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063
3.5
(22 reviews)
"I went to Riddle Village LifeCare Retirement Community. They have several units with different-sized living rooms. They have a larger living room, which is what I was looking at. It's a 22-foot living room. They have one and two-bedroom apartments, a..."
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Due to its proximity to Philadelphia, Delaware County shares the metropolitan area’s average assisted living cost of $5,550 per month. According to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, this is much higher than the state average of $3,955. Assisted living in Delaware County is also more expensive than the national median of $4,300.
Within Pennsylvania, Delaware County’s average cost of $5,550 makes it one of the most expensive locations for assisted living. The cost in the central city of State College is almost as high at $5,340. The Pittsburgh area is much more affordable, with an average price of $3,550 per month. The average paid in the lakeside city of Erie is significantly higher at $4,315. Assisted living in Lancaster is more affordable, with a median price of $4,050 per month. At $2,450, Scranton has the lowest price in the state. Assisted living here is less than half the cost of the Delaware County area. In Reading, the average cost for assisted living is much closer to the state median at $3,950. Near the border with New Jersey, East Stroudsburg has a much higher average at $4,875 per month.
Delaware County
$5,550
Pennsylvania
$3,955
The United States
$4,300
Scranton
$2,450
Pittsburgh
$3,550
Reading
$3,950
Lancaster
$4,050
Erie
$4,315
East Stroudsburg
$4,875
State College
$5,340
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging | (610) 490-1300 | COSA offers assessments to help seniors determine their care needs and referrals to appropriate long-term care communities. Older adults can also get help applying for health insurance and other financial assistance programs. Evidence-based health promotion programs include fall prevention courses, diabetes and chronic pain management workshops and a walking program for seniors with arthritis. |
| Chester Senior Center | (610) 497-3550 | Adults aged 50 and up can take part in activities and trips offered by this senior center. Health clinics are held here, including chiropractor visits and healthy aging classes. Members also have access to Bible study groups, art classes and book clubs. A travel club visits destinations both near and far, with trips ranging from international cruises to luncheons at the local casino. Staff can arrange low-cost transportation to the senior center from neighboring communities. |
| Delaware County Veterans Affairs | (610) 891-4646 | The Delaware County Veterans Affairs department offers a discount program that can help service members save money at local retailers. Staff members also are available to help veterans fill out and submit applications for VA benefits and entitlement programs. Additionally, assistance may be available for health care services, housing and education. |
| Legal Aid of Southeastern PA | (610) 874-8421 | LASP is a nonprofit law firm that provides free services to help low-income people access necessary advocacy and assistance. Its Elder Law initiative provides referrals and information on topics related to Medicare, Social Security and health care access. The organization can also help seniors create wills and care directives or deal with cases of fraud or elder abuse. |
| Delaware County Community Transit | (610) 891-5311 | This county-run program offers several community-based transportation initiatives for older residents, including the Senior Shared Ride Program. This program helps adults over age 65 get around, while a paratransit service is available to seniors with special needs. The Medical Assistance Transportation Program is designed especially for those receiving Medical Assistance benefits. |
Assisted Living
Charlotte
4.0
Review of Sunrise of Granite Run
We toured Sunrise of Granite Run, and the staff was very nice. I was pleased with the one-bedroom apartment. The place was fine. They're good, and they're very nice. They took us through, and we...
Provider response
Hi Charlotte, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. We are pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and provided you with the necessary...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#ET0215b
5.0
Review of Plush Mills Senior Living
I toured Plush Mills Senior Living, and as far as everything there, it's nice, but it was pricey. It's twice as much as the other place. The staff was very nice, and they took me on a tour. I met...
Provider response
Thank you for taking the time to tour Plush Mills Senior Living and for sharing your detailed feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found our amenities and features impressive and that our...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#ET0215b
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Granite Run
I toured Sunrise of Granite Run, and everybody there was nice. I liked that they had bigger rooms and a lot of options. They had two bedrooms, a single bedroom that was a little bit bigger and a...
Provider response
Hi, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. We are pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and provided you with the necessary information....
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