37 Assisted Living Facilities near Douglassville, PA

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Douglassville

• The weather in Douglassville is highly seasonal, with warm summers and cold winters. August high temperatures in Douglassville average 85 degrees, while December lows dip to just 22 degrees overnight. Montgomery County gets over 47 inches of rain in a typical year, mainly in spring and fall. Seniors with asthma or COPD may have difficulty with the high pollen count from Douglassville's surrounding green spaces during these seasons.
• The cost of living in Douglassville is close to the national average in most categories. Overall, costs in Douglassville hover around 1% less than the national median, though seniors may pay up to 18% more for healthcare than the average nationwide.
• Crime rates in Douglassville are 30% higher than the national average across all reported crime categories. Much of the elevated crime rate is property crime, though violent crimes remain closer to the national rate, so seniors in Douglassville may not face a higher risk of violent crime. 
• Public transportation in Douglassville is provided by the Pottstown Area Rapid Transit Authority. All of the vehicles on PART's regularly scheduled routes are ADA-compliant and drivers are able to assist riders with limited mobility onto and off the bus. Seniors ride PART routes for free with a valid transit ID or Medicare card presented at boarding.
• The Douglassville area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Reading Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• Douglassville has an array of community resources for seniors, including the TriCounty Active Adult Center, an organization that helps seniors over 50 understand their care options, enjoy social outings together and find needed services in the community for independent living, as well as over half a dozen senior centers.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.