The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Media, PA for 2023

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Media, PA

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Lima Estates

Provides: Assisted Living
411 North Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063

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The Quadrangle

Provides: Assisted Living
3300 Darby Road, Haverford, PA 19041
"My father lived at the Quadrangle for 5 years, in independent living. The facility was wonderful, and the staff always tried their best. Unfortunately, because of my father's Parkinsons induced..." More

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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

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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

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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

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Bryn Mawr Village

Provides: Assisted Living
773 East Haverford Road, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
"My grandfather lives in Bryn Mawr Village. He likes the place and he enjoys the weekly activities they have like bingo games. He's got a nice-sized room. It's also nicely laid. The staff is very kind." More

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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

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St. Francis Center for Rehabilitation...

Provides: Assisted Living
1412 Lansdowne Avenue, Darby, PA 19023
"THIS FACILITY OFFERS PLEASANT STAFF, PERFECT LOCATION, ACTIVITIES, OUTDOOR GARDENS AND CREATIVE MINDS. THEY ARE IN CONSTANT CONTACT WITH FAMILY TO KEEP ALL UPDATED ISSUES FRESH. I WOULD RECCOMEND..." More

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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

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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

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Caring Star 2015

Brandywine Living at Haverford Estates

Provides: Assisted Living
731 Old Buck Lane, Haverford, PA 19041
"I liked the setting at Brandywine Living at Haverford Estates. The design of the smaller rooms created a feeling of intimacy. It did not look institutional. It had lovely grounds for the residents..." More

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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

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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

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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

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

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

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The Mansion at Rosemont

Provides: Assisted Living
404 Cheswick Place, Rosemont, PA 19010
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Broomall Presbyterian Village

Provides: Assisted Living
146 Marple Rd, Broomall, PA 19008

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Westgate Hills Rehabilitation and Nur...

Provides: Assisted Living
2050 Old West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA 19083

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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

Media Campus

Provides: Assisted Living
111 Elwyn Road, Elwyn, PA 19063

Haskins Personal Care Home

Provides: Assisted Living
1009 Rhodes Avenue, Secane, PA 19018

Moving Solutions of Philadelphia

Provides: Assisted Living
420 Darby Road, Havertown, PA 19083

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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

    What to Consider About Assisted Living in Media

    Located just 13 miles east of Philadelphia on land that once belonged to William Penn, the one-time stop on the underground railroad of Media, Pennsylvania, markets itself as "Everybody's Hometown." With 15 percent of the population being over the age of 65, the community has a lot to offer seniors looking for assisted living facilities. The borough itself is home to six ALFs, with 34 more being located in the surrounding area.

    As with all ALFs in Pennsylvania, those in Media fall into one of three categories recognized by the state. There are Assisted Living Residences (ALR), Personal Care Homes (PCH) and Adult Foster Care Homes (AFCH). These are governed by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging, the Department of Public Welfare and Area Agencies on Aging, respectively. Each offers similar services, such as help with bathing, eating, dressing and grooming, with the main differences being ALRs are allowed to offer nursing care and an AFCH is limited to only three residents. 

    Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Media

    • With a cost of living index 20 points above the national average, Media wouldn't be described as an economical community to live in. For seniors with limited economic resources, other locales might be a better option.

    • The property crime rate in Media is 24.5, 13.5 points lower than the median for the country. However, its violent crime rate exceeds the national average by 11.4 points. For seniors worried about personal security, this could be a concern.

    • Media enjoys a fairly moderate climate. Summer highs run in the mid-80s and winter lows drop into the mid-20s, but the city only receives an average of 12 inches of snow a year, 14 inches less than the national mean. For active seniors, this lack of snow could make it easier to enjoy the outdoors in winter.

    • Media received an EPA air quality rating of 46, a full 12 points worse than the average for the country. For seniors with respiratory or allergy issues, this could present a problem.

    • The city of Media has plenty of cultural activities for seniors to enjoy. The Media Arts Council holds exhibits and classes throughout the year, and The Philadelphia Orchestra, one of America's premier orchestras, is only minutes down the road by trolley.

    • The Media area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Riddle Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.


    Paying for Assisted Living in Media

    Average Monthly Costs

    Cities in Pennsylvania

    $4,347.00 Haverford
    $4,179.00 Media
    $4,000.00 US
    $3,960.00 Springfield
    $3,850.00 Bryn Mawr
    $3,435.00 Newtown Square

    Assisted Living costs in Media start around $4,179 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 Media 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 Media

    The State of Pennsylvania offers two Medicaid Waiver programs to help seniors pay for assisted living in Media. There is the Community Health Choices (CHC) program and the Pennsylvania Department of Aging 60-Plus (PDA60+) program. For seniors who may need assistance in managing their self-directed services, there is also the Services My Way (SMW) program.

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

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    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 Media

    Media 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 Media, please visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.


    Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Media

    Media-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 Media

    • Review of Sunrise of Granite Run

      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 an... Read more

      ReviewerFC090523A
    • Review of Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle

      I had an in-person tour of True Wood by Merrill, Glen Riddle. The staff was very friendly. The rooms were adequate according to whatever your needs were, like size and space. You would have to brin... Read more

      Joanne
    • Review of Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle

      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 transpor... Read more

      Janet
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