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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Kennett Square, PA for 2024

 

Kennett Square is a small community known for its beautiful architecture, locally owned stores and restaurants and cultural amenities. It has just over 6,100 residents and a senior community that accounts for 14% of the population. For many older adults, the community’s low crime rates and comfortable weather make it a preferred retirement destination, and while the local cost of living is relatively high, this may be partially offset by retiree-friendly state income tax laws.

There are also numerous assisted living facilities in and around Kennett Square. These facilities provide housing, meals, personal care and basic housekeeping services, making them a practical option for older adults who don’t require nursing home placement but need a daily helping hand. Facilities feature semi private and private housing options, with many providing apartment-style units, and some have convenient amenities such as multiple dining venues, convenience stores and on-site pharmacies. On average, seniors in Kennett Square pay $5,685 per month for assisted living, which is high compared to the state average of $4,100 and the national norm of $4,500.

This guide breaks down some of the ways seniors in Kennett Square pay for assisted living and highlights local resources for those researching their care options.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Kennett Square

Assisted living facilities in Kennett Square are licensed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Long-Term Living. This department sets minimum standards for care planning, staffing and intake and discharge procedures, which it enforces through regular inspections. It also has a complaint hotline that individuals can call at (877) 401-8835.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Kennett Square

 

  • Seniors in Kennett Square don’t pay state income taxes on their Social Security benefits or any income they take out from their retirement accounts. Additionally, those who are at least 60 years old don’t pay state income taxes on their public or private pension income. This may help some seniors afford assisted living costs.
  • The air quality in the Kennett Square region is decent, which may make the city a viable option for older adults living with chronic lung or heart conditions. The American Lung Association gives Chester County a B for ozone pollution, a C for 24-hour particle pollution and a passing grade for annual particle pollution levels. To further support seniors’ comfort, many assisted living facilities have advanced air purification systems.
  • Kennett Square is one of the more expensive places to live in Pennsylvania, which may be a consideration for seniors with limited financial resources. On a 100-point cost of living index based on national living costs, the city scores 120.1 versus Pennsylvania’s score of 94.6. Grocery, utilities and housing prices run high here, but opting for assisted living may give seniors control over monthly expenses.
  • On a 100-point crime index, Kennett Square scores 8.9 for violent crime and 22 for property crime. These scores are much lower than the national respective norms of 22.7 and 35.4, indicating that crime occurs less frequently here than in a typical U.S. city. This may make the city a favorable option for seniors seeking assisted living options in the Philadelphia region.
  • Kennett Square has a moderate climate with July highs in the mid-80s and January lows near 20 degrees Fahrenheit, which may appeal to prospective assisted living residents who enjoy experiencing four distinct seasons. The city gets about 199 days of sunshine and 121 days with precipitation, which includes 23 inches of snow and 49 inches of rain.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Kennett Square

 

In Kennett Square, seniors can expect to pay $5,685 per month for assisted living.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living facilities in Kennett Square charge $5,685 per month for housing and services. This is significantly higher than respective state and national norms of $4,100 and $4,500. While local care costs are a little lower than rates in Reading, where monthly fees come in at $5,720, other cities in the region typically have more competitively priced care. In Lancaster, for example, monthly fees average $5,550. Similarly, in Harrisburg, assisted living costs are 15% lower than in Kennett Square, and in Altoona, monthly fees are 29% lower.

Kennett Square

$5,685

Pennsylvania

$4,100

United States

$4,500

Lancaster

$5,550

Harrisburg

$4,828

Reading

$5,720

Altoona

$4,030

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living facilities in Kennett Square charge $5,685 per month for care, making this one of the more expensive senior care options in the region. Seniors who choose to obtain care at home pay $5,329 for in-home care and $5,339 for skilled home health care, although additional housing, utility and food expenses make these options costlier than assisted living for many seniors. Adult day health care costs nearly 70% less than assisted living but is limited to daytime services in a community setting. On the other hand, nursing home care is considerably more costly than assisted living at $11,437 per month.

In-Home Care

$5,329

Home Health Care

$5,339

Adult Day Health Care

$1,777

Assisted Living Facility

$5,685

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$11,437

Note: Data for Kennett Square was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Philadelphia, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Kennett Square

Currently, Pennsylvania does not cover assisted living services under Medicaid or any Medicaid waiver programs. However, the state does add money to the cash benefit provided to low-income seniors through the federal Supplemental Security Income program, which can be used toward assisted living. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Financial Assistance in Pennsylvania

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 Kennett Square

Kennett Square 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 Kennett Square, please visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Kennett Square

 

Kennett Square Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Pennsylvania

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