The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Glen Mills, PA for 2023
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There are 45 Assisted Living Facilities in the Glen Mills area, with 5 in Glen Mills and 40 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Glen Mills is $3,798 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,875.
To help you with your search, browse the 431 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Glen Mills. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Glen Mills 3.7 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Kittanning with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 14 families in Glen Mills find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Glen Mills, call (855) 863-8283.
Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Glen Mills, PA
Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills
Provides: Assisted Living
52 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342
"We went to Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills. We loved the people. We loved everything available, whether it was the activities that they had or the different rooms that they had. They had a movie..." More
"We went to Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills. We loved the people. We loved everything available, whether it was the activities that they had or the different rooms that they had. They had a movie..." More
Glen Mills Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
242 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342
"I was at Glen Mills Senior Living for only a short time, I had no complaints about anything. I didn't need a lot of help. I was self-sufficient even though I was in a cast. I was able to manage by..." More
"I was at Glen Mills Senior Living for only a short time, I had no complaints about anything. I didn't need a lot of help. I was self-sufficient even though I was in a cast. I was able to manage by..." More
The Residence at Chadd's Ford
Provides: Assisted Living
1778 Wilmington Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342
"My mom moved into The Residence at Chadd's Ford. We chose it for the quality of the care, and the size of it, it was a smaller one. My mom has mobility issues, so we like the size of it. The..." More
"My mom moved into The Residence at Chadd's Ford. We chose it for the quality of the care, and the size of it, it was a smaller one. My mom has mobility issues, so we like the size of it. The..." More
Caring Star 2015
Maris Grove
Provides: Assisted Living
200 Maris Grove Way, Glen Mills, PA 19342
"The people who gave us the tour at Maris Grove were very nice. They were very understanding, showed us around, and were gracious and all the rest. I'm looking at the space, and it's not the place...." More
"The people who gave us the tour at Maris Grove were very nice. They were very understanding, showed us around, and were gracious and all the rest. I'm looking at the space, and it's not the place...." More
Brinton Manor Nursing and Rehabilitat...
Provides: Assisted Living
549 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused on implementing..." More
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused on implementing..." More
Caring Star 2015
Foulk Living
Provides: Assisted Living
1212 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803
"I appreciate that they go to the store for me.
I like that they take good care of me, so I do not have to go into a nursing home. " More
"I appreciate that they go to the store for me.
I like that they take good care of me, so I do not have to go into a nursing home. " More
Caring Star 2016
Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle
Provides: Assisted Living
263 Glen Riddle Road, Media, PA 19063
"I was very impressed with Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle. They're situated on an old horse farm, so there was lots of green space. There was adequate parking. They had their own in-house..." More
"I was very impressed with Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle. They're situated on an old horse farm, so there was lots of green space. There was adequate parking. They had their own in-house..." More
Caring Star 2021
Sunrise Senior Living of Wilmington
Provides: Assisted Living
2215 Shipley Road, Wilmington, DE 19803
"I chose Sunrise Senior Living of Wilmington for my brother. It's convenient. It was well taken care of. It was airy. The people there, or at least the person I spoke to there, Chris, were very..." More
"I chose Sunrise Senior Living of Wilmington for my brother. It's convenient. It was well taken care of. It was airy. The people there, or at least the person I spoke to there, Chris, were very..." More
Sunrise of Granite Run
Provides: Assisted Living
247 North Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
"My father will be moving into Sunrise of Granite Run. We were impressed with the staff tenure and the atmosphere and environment when we walked in unannounced. The staff was extremely responsive..." More
"My father will be moving into Sunrise of Granite Run. We were impressed with the staff tenure and the atmosphere and environment when we walked in unannounced. The staff was extremely responsive..." More
Sunrise of Westtown
Provides: Assisted Living
1045 Wilmington Pike , West Chester, PA 19382
"We are waiting to hear back from Sunrise of Westtown. You can be as independent as you like, but you can also have full care. For example, they can oversee medications, dressing, showering, and..." More
"We are waiting to hear back from Sunrise of Westtown. You can be as independent as you like, but you can also have full care. For example, they can oversee medications, dressing, showering, and..." More
Sunrise of Newtown Square
Provides: Assisted Living
333 South Newtown Street Road, Newtown Square, ...
"Sunrise of Newtown Square was probably the nicest place I've seen. The staff was very friendly. The rooms were smaller, but they were clean and nice. The dining area and the patio at the back were..." More
"Sunrise of Newtown Square was probably the nicest place I've seen. The staff was very friendly. The rooms were smaller, but they were clean and nice. The dining area and the patio at the back were..." More
Merrill Gardens at West Chester
Provides: Assisted Living
1201 Ward Avenue, West Chester, PA 19380
"My husband has been at Merrill Gardens at West Chester for a month now. The staff there is very competent and very much involved with my husband. They know him by name. He's not just a person..." More
"My husband has been at Merrill Gardens at West Chester for a month now. The staff there is very competent and very much involved with my husband. They know him by name. He's not just a person..." More
Wellington at Hershey’s Mill
Provides: Assisted Living
1361 Boot Road, West Chester, PA 19380
"I like the size of the apartments at Wellington at Hershey's Mill, both the one-bedroom apartment and the studio. They were spacious compared to the others. It looked pleasant. The woman that did..." More
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"I like the size of the apartments at Wellington at Hershey's Mill, both the one-bedroom apartment and the studio. They were spacious compared to the others. It looked pleasant. The woman that did..." More
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Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line
Provides: Assisted Living
100 Halcyon Drive, Media, PA 19063
"Everything was very good at Wesley Enhanced Living. The staff was also very good, but it was just a larger community than what they were looking for. The residents look happy and engaged...." More
"Everything was very good at Wesley Enhanced Living. The staff was also very good, but it was just a larger community than what they were looking for. The residents look happy and engaged...." More
Shipley Living
Provides: Assisted Living
2723 Shipley Road, Wilmington, DE 19803
"Shipley Manor seemed nice, but there was nothing about it that stood out one way or the other. They showed me a studio room for assisted living. It was nice but it seemed small. They showed me the..." More
"Shipley Manor seemed nice, but there was nothing about it that stood out one way or the other. They showed me a studio room for assisted living. It was nice but it seemed small. They showed me the..." More
Ivy Gables
Provides: Assisted Living
2210 Swiss Lane, Wilmington, DE 19810
"The rooms were small in Ivy Gables. However, it was decorated beautifully and clean. I didn’t see a lot of interactions; I only saw six people, and they looked like they had memory issues. They..." More
"The rooms were small in Ivy Gables. However, it was decorated beautifully and clean. I didn’t see a lot of interactions; I only saw six people, and they looked like they had memory issues. They..." More
Sunrise of Paoli
Provides: Assisted Living
324 West Lancaster Avenue, Malvern, PA 19355
"Sunrise of Paoli was really nice, it was just rather expensive. They were spacious with a variety of different options available to the residents. They have a one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or studio...." More
"Sunrise of Paoli was really nice, it was just rather expensive. They were spacious with a variety of different options available to the residents. They have a one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or studio...." More
HarborChase of Wilmington
Provides: Assisted Living
2004 Shipley Rd, Wilmington, DE 19977
"HarborChase of Wilmington is a top-rated facility. It's one of the most beautiful ones I've ever seen. It's well taken care of. The management is fantastic, and the services are just above and..." More
"HarborChase of Wilmington is a top-rated facility. It's one of the most beautiful ones I've ever seen. It's well taken care of. The management is fantastic, and the services are just above and..." More
Springfield Crossings
Provides: Assisted Living
463 W Sproul Rd, Springfield, PA 19064
"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..." More
"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..." More
Caring Star 2016
Rose Tree Place
Provides: Assisted Living
500 Sandy Bank Road, Media, PA 19063
"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..." More
"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..." More
Caring Star 2015
The Watermark at Bellingham
Provides: Assisted Living
1615 East Boot Road, West Chester, PA 19380
"It was a great place. The staff member was very helpful, knowledgeable, and patient. She answered all the questions I had. The dining area was nice, but I did not try the food. They had a library,..." More
"It was a great place. The staff member was very helpful, knowledgeable, and patient. She answered all the questions I had. The dining area was nice, but I did not try the food. They had a library,..." More
Caring Star 2015
Chestnut Ridge
Provides: Assisted Living
2700 Chestnut St, Chester, PA 19013
"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..." More
"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..." More
Caring Star 2016
Forwood Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
1912 Marsh Road, Wilmington, DE 19810
"I liked Forwood Manor a lot, and I'm very positive about it. The rooms were a good size, pretty new, and looked nice. The staff seemed good. They had a library." More
"I liked Forwood Manor a lot, and I'm very positive about it. The rooms were a good size, pretty new, and looked nice. The staff seemed good. They had a library." More
Harlee Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
463 W Sproul Rd, Springfield, PA 19064
"I can not say enough good things about Harlee Manor. My father was transferred there after a long stay between the hospital & another Assisted Living facility in Media. His care was excellent...." More
"I can not say enough good things about Harlee Manor. My father was transferred there after a long stay between the hospital & another Assisted Living facility in Media. His care was excellent...." More
Riddle Village LifeCare Retirement Co...
Provides: Assisted Living
1048 West Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063
"Riddle Village is beautiful. The decor is very nice, it is a very large building and does not seem stuffy, nor does it smell. The rooms are large as well. The dining room and cafes prepare great..." More
"Riddle Village is beautiful. The decor is very nice, it is a very large building and does not seem stuffy, nor does it smell. The rooms are large as well. The dining room and cafes prepare great..." More
Caring Star 2015
Brandywine Living at Longwood
Provides: Assisted Living
301 Victoria Gardens Drive, Kennett Square, PA ...
"When a family member needs to make the decision to move a loved one from their home, there is no tougher decision. But Brandywine Senior Living at Kennett Square helped this difficult decision. ..." More
"When a family member needs to make the decision to move a loved one from their home, there is no tougher decision. But Brandywine Senior Living at Kennett Square helped this difficult decision. ..." More
Kendal-Crosslands Communities
Provides: Assisted Living
P O Box 100, Kennett Square, PA 19348
"My mother will be moving into Kendal-Crosslands Communities. We just really liked it for a whole number of reasons. The range of services and the interactions we've had with the staff have all been..." More
"My mother will be moving into Kendal-Crosslands Communities. We just really liked it for a whole number of reasons. The range of services and the interactions we've had with the staff have all been..." More
Arbor Terrace Willistown
Provides: Assisted Living
1713 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382
"Arbor Terrace Willistown was very nice. The floor plan was very well thought out. It wasn't confusing; it was very simple. The windows were so that you could not hear the noise outside. The staff..." More
"Arbor Terrace Willistown was very nice. The floor plan was very well thought out. It wasn't confusing; it was very simple. The windows were so that you could not hear the noise outside. The staff..." More
The Hickman
Provides: Assisted Living
400 North Walnut Street, West Chester, PA 19380
"The Hickman was really nice. I liked it. I liked the people there. I had an in-person tour, but it was limited. You can't get all over. Most of the time, we're sitting out on the covered patio in..." More
"The Hickman was really nice. I liked it. I liked the people there. I had an in-person tour, but it was limited. You can't get all over. Most of the time, we're sitting out on the covered patio in..." More
Foulk Manor South
Provides: Assisted Living
407 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803
"The rooms at Foulk Manor South were clean and adequate. They had arts and crafts, a lot of outings, music, and entertainment. The staff was very pleasant and greeted and introduced themselves...." More
"The rooms at Foulk Manor South were clean and adequate. They had arts and crafts, a lot of outings, music, and entertainment. The staff was very pleasant and greeted and introduced themselves...." More
Barclay Friends
Provides: Assisted Living
700 North Franklin Street, West Chester, PA 19380
"I really like Barclay Friends. They have care from skilled nursing all the way up to memory care. It was an all-around for all phases of age. The only reason I didn't go there was because they..." More
"I really like Barclay Friends. They have care from skilled nursing all the way up to memory care. It was an all-around for all phases of age. The only reason I didn't go there was because they..." More
Dunwoody Village
Provides: Assisted Living
3500 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073
"Dunwoody, as the locals call it, is an upscale and exclusive assisted living facility. I recently went there to visit my family's oldest living neighbor. He is still very active and I'm glad he is..." More
"Dunwoody, as the locals call it, is an upscale and exclusive assisted living facility. I recently went there to visit my family's oldest living neighbor. He is still very active and I'm glad he is..." More
White Horse Village
Provides: Assisted Living
535 GRADYVILLE ROAD, Newtown Square, PA 19073
"I did not spend a lot of time with the staff, even after my grandparents moved into the assisted living building, but when I was around the staff, I did not see anything I had an issue with. The..." More
"I did not spend a lot of time with the staff, even after my grandparents moved into the assisted living building, but when I was around the staff, I did not see anything I had an issue with. The..." More
Plush Mills Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
501 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford, PA 19086
"Mom is at Plush Mills Senior Living, and so far our experience has been very positive. They have arts program, physical exercise program, and movie nights. Her room is like a small bedroom..." More
"Mom is at Plush Mills Senior Living, and so far our experience has been very positive. They have arts program, physical exercise program, and movie nights. Her room is like a small bedroom..." More
Rockland Place
Provides: Assisted Living
1519 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE 19803
"Rockland Place was very nice and had therapists who came in from Bayada. The entire place was clean, had an activity calendar, and seemed to be efficiently run. The dining room was set up nicely..." More
"Rockland Place was very nice and had therapists who came in from Bayada. The entire place was clean, had an activity calendar, and seemed to be efficiently run. The dining room was set up nicely..." More
Country House
Provides: Assisted Living
4830 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807
"My mother (now 93 years old) has been a resident at the Methodist Country House since 2000. She has lived in Independent Care, Assisted Living, and now Health Center Care. In each of these..." More
"My mother (now 93 years old) has been a resident at the Methodist Country House since 2000. She has lived in Independent Care, Assisted Living, and now Health Center Care. In each of these..." More
Highgate at Paoli Pointe
Provides: Assisted Living
600 Paoli Pointe Drive, Paoli, PA 19301
"We're looking at starting with a respite period with Highgate at Paoli Pointe. They were very flexible in the length of time, and you pay by the day, from 3 days up to 1 month. It's very easy to..." More
"We're looking at starting with a respite period with Highgate at Paoli Pointe. They were very flexible in the length of time, and you pay by the day, from 3 days up to 1 month. It's very easy to..." More
Naamans Creek Country Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
1194 NAAMANS CREEK ROAD, Boothwyn, PA 19060
"Jeanine, the director of admissions, was extremely helpful making the transition from the hospital for my husband. The decor is "homey", and very clean. But the staff make up for ambiance in the..." More
"Jeanine, the director of admissions, was extremely helpful making the transition from the hospital for my husband. The decor is "homey", and very clean. But the staff make up for ambiance in the..." More
Daylesford Crossing
Provides: Assisted Living
1450 East Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA 19301
"Daylesford Crossing seemed new and clean. The rooms were nice. They had an activity room and a library. The dining area was very nice and looked like a restaurant. I did not have a meal, but they..." More
"Daylesford Crossing seemed new and clean. The rooms were nice. They had an activity room and a library. The dining area was very nice and looked like a restaurant. I did not have a meal, but they..." More
Brandywine Hall
Provides: Assisted Living
800 W Miner St, West Chester, PA 19382
"My husband is in Brandywine Hall. It was a place where they had all of the services that he needed, and he needed a great deal of care. They're giving him very good care and he's also getting..." More
"My husband is in Brandywine Hall. It was a place where they had all of the services that he needed, and he needed a great deal of care. They're giving him very good care and he's also getting..." More
The Belvedere
Provides: Assisted Living
2507 Chestnut St, Chester, PA 19013
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused on implementing..." More
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused on implementing..." More
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Glen Mills
Glen Mills is home to the historic working Newlin Grist Mill and the surrounding 160-acre park, where visitors can explore and learn more about the region's history. The community has about 18,000 residents, and nearly a quarter of those people are aged 65 and over. Glen Mills has two assisted living facilities to provide support for this senior population, and there are over three dozen more in nearby communities, including Wilmington, West Chester and Malvern.
In Glen Mills, as in the rest of Pennsylvania, assisted living facilities may be categorized as assisted living residences or personal care homes. Assisted living residences are licensed by the Department of Aging, and personal care homes are licensed by the Department of Public Welfare.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Glen Mills
- The Glen Mills region has high ozone pollution levels, but relatively low short-term particle pollution levels. The American Lung Association gives Delaware County, where Glen Mills is located, an F for ozone pollution and a B for 24-hour particle pollution. This may be a consideration for seniors with certain medical conditions.
- Retirees in Glen Mills do not pay state income tax on Social Security benefits or income drawn from retirement accounts. Taxpayers aged 60 and over do not pay state income tax on government or private pension income.
- The Glen Mills area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Crozer Medical Plaza, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Glen Mills has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Senior Community Services, an organization that offers an array of educational classes to seniors, as well as one senior center.
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- Glen Mills is a relatively safe community, which may appeal to seniors who are looking for a low-crime area to spend their retirement. The violent crime rate in this community is 13.7 on a 100-point scale, which is considerably below the national median of 22.7. The property crime rate is 20, compared to the national average of 35.4.
Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.
Paying for Assisted Living in Glen Mills
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Glen Mills start around $3,798 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Glen Mills and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Glen Mills
Glen Mills seniors cannot use either the state's Medicaid program or any of its waiver programs to cover their assisted living services, but those who receive Supplemental Security Income can use this cash benefit toward assisted living expenses.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Glen Mills
Glen Mills and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Glen Mills, please visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Glen Mills
Glen Mills-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Glen Mills
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Review of Glen Mills Senior Living
Glen Mills Senior Living was a smaller facility than the first one I went to. They were very nice and knowledgeable. It was a newer facility. They didn't seem to have as many options for room style... Read more
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Review of Glen Mills Senior Living
I was at Glen Mills Senior Living for only a short time, I had no complaints about anything. I didn't need a lot of help. I was self-sufficient even though I was in a cast. I was able to manage by ... Read more
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Review of Glen Mills Senior Living
Glen Mills Senior Living was a good community. It was clean and the front of the building was well-manicured. I liked the fact that they knew all the residents, and the residents looked happy. They... Read more
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