The 10 Best Nursing Homes in West Chester, PA for 2023
The borough of West Chester, Pennsylvania, also known as the seat of Chester County, has low crime rates and mild year-round weather conditions, making the area attractive to its older population, which represents nearly 10% of the borough’s more than 20,000 residents. Seniors in the area benefit from easy access to excellent medical facilities including, the Fern Hill Medical Campus and the Chester County Hospital.
Nursing homes are facilities where residents who don’t require hospitalization receive the highest possible level of medical care and help with daily living activities, such as bathing and eating. These facilities provide skilled nursing care and 24-hour supervision to ensure residents’ needs are met. Nursing homes are the most expensive form of senior care in West Chester, with an average monthly cost of $11,285. This is substantially higher than the respective U.S. and state medians of $7,756 and $10,038, per Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey. Other less costly options, such as home care and assisted living, may suit older adults who don’t require this level of care.
This guide provides cost comparisons between skilled nursing facilities in West Chester, nearby Pennsylvania cities and other senior care options. It also includes a list of free local resources available to older adults and their family members.
Directory of Nursing Homes in West Chester, PA
The Watermark at Bellingham
1615 East Boot Road, West Chester, PA, 19380
My father was admitted to Park Lane on 10.8.20 during the COVID shutdown. We were unable to visit him at all during this 3 week stay. This was exceptionally difficult for the entire family but espec
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My father was admitted to Park Lane on 10.8.20 during the COVID shutdown. We were unable to visit him at all during this 3 week stay. This was exceptionally difficult for the entire family but especially for my father in his healing process.
From the minute we had the intake interview to the minute he was discharged, our family experience was exceptional!!!
At 94, my father had challenges with most everything. The Park Lane team was so kind and generous with their time in taking our calls and assuring us he was progressing. Of course, everyone is under extreme pressure in this environment but the Park Lane team was ALWAYS professional and caring and took time to thoroughly answer our questions.
The nursing team was never too busy to give us an update. The daily team that managed his care and activity were always available if we had questions and we had many questions.
Due to COVID restrictions, our family was never allowed inside the facility (beyond the front door) so our concerns were heightened. Once we were able to talk with the Park Lane team at our convenience, our concerns were lessened. We could tell he was getting excellent care and when he was discharged he was in fine shape for a 94 year old man that fell down the stairs and had 5 breaks.
I cannot thank the Park Lane team enough for all their consideration and compassion!!!
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My father was admitted to Park Lane on 10.8.20 during the COVID shutdown. We were unable to visit him at all during this 3 week stay. This was exceptionally difficult for the entire family but espec
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My father was admitted to Park Lane on 10.8.20 during the COVID shutdown. We were unable to visit him at all during this 3 week stay. This was exceptionally difficult for the entire family but especially for my father in his healing process.
From the minute we had the intake interview to the minute he was discharged, our family experience was exceptional!!!
At 94, my father had challenges with most everything. The Park Lane team was so kind and generous with their time in taking our calls and assuring us he was progressing. Of course, everyone is under extreme pressure in this environment but the Park Lane team was ALWAYS professional and caring and took time to thoroughly answer our questions.
The nursing team was never too busy to give us an update. The daily team that managed his care and activity were always available if we had questions and we had many questions.
Due to COVID restrictions, our family was never allowed inside the facility (beyond the front door) so our concerns were heightened. Once we were able to talk with the Park Lane team at our convenience, our concerns were lessened. We could tell he was getting excellent care and when he was discharged he was in fine shape for a 94 year old man that fell down the stairs and had 5 breaks.
I cannot thank the Park Lane team enough for all their consideration and compassion!!!
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Barclay Friends
700 NORTH FRANKLIN, West Chester, PA, 19380
I visited the Barclay Friends. It was a very nice, small, intimate, and high-end facility. The staff was very pleasant and welcoming.
I visited the Barclay Friends. It was a very nice, small, intimate, and high-end facility. The staff was very pleasant and welcoming.
Aventura at Pembrooke
1130 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA, 19380
I’d rather live on the streets than be put in that place. My friend sits in her mess for hours at a time and has become very depressed. They’ve also moved her to a different room several times, which
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I’d rather live on the streets than be put in that place. My friend sits in her mess for hours at a time and has become very depressed. They’ve also moved her to a different room several times, which has left her very confused. The staff is very rude and I have heard them talking bad about other residents. The activities are boring, usually playing bingo with cheap, nasty candy & ignorant assistants. The director of activities is also a piece of work…and not in a good way!!!
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I’d rather live on the streets than be put in that place. My friend sits in her mess for hours at a time and has become very depressed. They’ve also moved her to a different room several times, which
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I’d rather live on the streets than be put in that place. My friend sits in her mess for hours at a time and has become very depressed. They’ve also moved her to a different room several times, which has left her very confused. The staff is very rude and I have heard them talking bad about other residents. The activities are boring, usually playing bingo with cheap, nasty candy & ignorant assistants. The director of activities is also a piece of work…and not in a good way!!!
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Wellington Terrace
1361 EAST BOOT ROAD, West Chester, PA, 19380
My mother was a resident in the Terrace 2 different times. The 1st time was several years ago and the care was adequate and caring. Several months ago was a different story. The entire Wellington f
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My mother was a resident in the Terrace 2 different times. The 1st time was several years ago and the care was adequate and caring. Several months ago was a different story. The entire Wellington facility has become a corporate nightmare. The care has gone down and the staff are overworked. They have the minimal staff required and many residents are not being provided the care they deserve and are unsafe as a result. We were mid-led frequently and my mother had several falls and injuries which were unexplained and we felt covered up. Please don’t trust this facility until they make major changes!
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My mother was a resident in the Terrace 2 different times. The 1st time was several years ago and the care was adequate and caring. Several months ago was a different story. The entire Wellington f
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My mother was a resident in the Terrace 2 different times. The 1st time was several years ago and the care was adequate and caring. Several months ago was a different story. The entire Wellington facility has become a corporate nightmare. The care has gone down and the staff are overworked. They have the minimal staff required and many residents are not being provided the care they deserve and are unsafe as a result. We were mid-led frequently and my mother had several falls and injuries which were unexplained and we felt covered up. Please don’t trust this facility until they make major changes!
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Pocopson Home
1695 LENAPE ROAD, West Chester, PA, 19382
The place is nice, however it is a little run down (Pocopson). The food is alright; I have eaten there before with my Grandfather. The staff are very nice people and are friendly with the residents. H
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The place is nice, however it is a little run down (Pocopson). The food is alright; I have eaten there before with my Grandfather. The staff are very nice people and are friendly with the residents. However, it has a weird smell to the place and the rooms aren’t all that great. You can tell they were cheaply made. There are many events such as Bingo there every weekend, and they have a nice place where you can sit down / watch TV when you are eating. They serve lots of things there, and they do put some effort into the cooking. When it is warm outside, residents can sit outside and have a smoke or read the paper. It’s a nice green lawn with a small garden and some big trees. Going back inside, the lobby area is pretty small as well. The place has big locked doors in a lot of places so the residents can not get out unless you sign them out and they are healthy enough to leave.
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The place is nice, however it is a little run down (Pocopson). The food is alright; I have eaten there before with my Grandfather. The staff are very nice people and are friendly with the residents. H
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The place is nice, however it is a little run down (Pocopson). The food is alright; I have eaten there before with my Grandfather. The staff are very nice people and are friendly with the residents. However, it has a weird smell to the place and the rooms aren’t all that great. You can tell they were cheaply made. There are many events such as Bingo there every weekend, and they have a nice place where you can sit down / watch TV when you are eating. They serve lots of things there, and they do put some effort into the cooking. When it is warm outside, residents can sit outside and have a smoke or read the paper. It’s a nice green lawn with a small garden and some big trees. Going back inside, the lobby area is pretty small as well. The place has big locked doors in a lot of places so the residents can not get out unless you sign them out and they are healthy enough to leave.
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Brandywine Hall
800 West Miner Street, West Chester, PA, 19382
There are many problems with the care at Brandywine Hall.
The most upsetting, to me is that my sister is regularly brought the wrong medication. Often medication is brought that she has never seen
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There are many problems with the care at Brandywine Hall.
The most upsetting, to me is that my sister is regularly brought the wrong medication. Often medication is brought that she has never seen, and has not been ordered for her. Obviously it is medication meant for some other patient. I have told her not to take anything without first taking a picture of the meds, and texting me that picture. The sheer number of times that she has been brought the wrong meds is frightening. I have at least 15 times in the last 3 months that this has happened.
My sister was unable to shower for over 6 months. For a little while she was able to get a shower, then they stopped. Apparently there is only one shower that works for the whole facility.
My sister also needs a low salt diet. For a while she was able to get a lower salt diet, it is not something that she can depend on being observed.
My sister and her roommate are confined to their room. She calls it her cell. She desperately wants to get her therapy, and to walk so she can get into an independent living facility.
She caught COVID-19 in March at Brandywine Hall. The only “quarantine” was jailing the patients . Getting her out of the facility to get treatment was a fight that would take pages to describe.
Brandywine Hall is owned and operated by Genesis Health Care. The bill that is shared with my sister and the State is over $4000 a month.
Genesis Healthcare should be ashamed and regulated. What they are doing at Brandywine Hall is horrible. They should be ashamed of themselves. Don’t send a loved one to this place.
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There are many problems with the care at Brandywine Hall.
The most upsetting, to me is that my sister is regularly brought the wrong medication. Often medication is brought that she has never seen
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There are many problems with the care at Brandywine Hall.
The most upsetting, to me is that my sister is regularly brought the wrong medication. Often medication is brought that she has never seen, and has not been ordered for her. Obviously it is medication meant for some other patient. I have told her not to take anything without first taking a picture of the meds, and texting me that picture. The sheer number of times that she has been brought the wrong meds is frightening. I have at least 15 times in the last 3 months that this has happened.
My sister was unable to shower for over 6 months. For a little while she was able to get a shower, then they stopped. Apparently there is only one shower that works for the whole facility.
My sister also needs a low salt diet. For a while she was able to get a lower salt diet, it is not something that she can depend on being observed.
My sister and her roommate are confined to their room. She calls it her cell. She desperately wants to get her therapy, and to walk so she can get into an independent living facility.
She caught COVID-19 in March at Brandywine Hall. The only “quarantine” was jailing the patients . Getting her out of the facility to get treatment was a fight that would take pages to describe.
Brandywine Hall is owned and operated by Genesis Health Care. The bill that is shared with my sister and the State is over $4000 a month.
Genesis Healthcare should be ashamed and regulated. What they are doing at Brandywine Hall is horrible. They should be ashamed of themselves. Don’t send a loved one to this place.
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Foulk Living
1212 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
The staff at Foulk Manor North is spectacular. When both of my parents got to the point that they required 24 hour care, Foulk Manor North walked me through this very difficult process with caring and
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The staff at Foulk Manor North is spectacular. When both of my parents got to the point that they required 24 hour care, Foulk Manor North walked me through this very difficult process with caring and compassion. This was not the only facility that I looked at, and I have never regretted choosing this facility. My parents, who require 24 hour complete care, are always well cared for and clean. I am always included in decision making, and am always kept well informed of any clinical changes no matter how small. They work with me to coordinate doctors appointments that are outside the facility. They also have an in-house physician and nurse practitioner, both of whom are excellent. The nurses are kind and caring. The Director of Nursing is engaged, available, and amazing. The social worker is amazing as are the Physical Therapists. I cannot possibly list all the positives. Everyone I have had the pleasure of meeting is top notch, friendly, and kind. When I visit, everyone says hello with a smile. I would highly recommend this facility if your loved one is in need of more care and assistance than you are capable of providing.
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The staff at Foulk Manor North is spectacular. When both of my parents got to the point that they required 24 hour care, Foulk Manor North walked me through this very difficult process with caring and
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The staff at Foulk Manor North is spectacular. When both of my parents got to the point that they required 24 hour care, Foulk Manor North walked me through this very difficult process with caring and compassion. This was not the only facility that I looked at, and I have never regretted choosing this facility. My parents, who require 24 hour complete care, are always well cared for and clean. I am always included in decision making, and am always kept well informed of any clinical changes no matter how small. They work with me to coordinate doctors appointments that are outside the facility. They also have an in-house physician and nurse practitioner, both of whom are excellent. The nurses are kind and caring. The Director of Nursing is engaged, available, and amazing. The social worker is amazing as are the Physical Therapists. I cannot possibly list all the positives. Everyone I have had the pleasure of meeting is top notch, friendly, and kind. When I visit, everyone says hello with a smile. I would highly recommend this facility if your loved one is in need of more care and assistance than you are capable of providing.
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Freedom Village at Brandywine
15 Freedom Blvd., Coatesville, PA, 19320
My sister was at Freedom Village at Brandywine. It was fine every time we went and saw her. We saw her at different times, and every time we went, she was on point. They had her fixed up nicely. She w
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My sister was at Freedom Village at Brandywine. It was fine every time we went and saw her. We saw her at different times, and every time we went, she was on point. They had her fixed up nicely. She wasn’t interested in too many activities, but they had therapy and stuff. She had a nice room. It was furnished nicely. It was clean. The people came in the morning and cleaned it. The bathroom was clean, too. The staff was nice. For any information we needed, they would get it for us, or the doctor would come in and explain things to us.
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My sister was at Freedom Village at Brandywine. It was fine every time we went and saw her. We saw her at different times, and every time we went, she was on point. They had her fixed up nicely. She w
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My sister was at Freedom Village at Brandywine. It was fine every time we went and saw her. We saw her at different times, and every time we went, she was on point. They had her fixed up nicely. She wasn’t interested in too many activities, but they had therapy and stuff. She had a nice room. It was furnished nicely. It was clean. The people came in the morning and cleaned it. The bathroom was clean, too. The staff was nice. For any information we needed, they would get it for us, or the doctor would come in and explain things to us.
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Maris Grove
200 Maris Grove Way, Glen Mills, PA, 19342
My mom is in Maris Grove. It is exceptionally very clean, modern, and nicely decorated. It is upscale in its feel, so it’s a very nice place. We have been pleased with the staff so far. They did an ex
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My mom is in Maris Grove. It is exceptionally very clean, modern, and nicely decorated. It is upscale in its feel, so it’s a very nice place. We have been pleased with the staff so far. They did an exceptional job of keeping everybody healthy during COVID. They had to modify things to make sure the germs didn’t go through. Fortunately, my mom was very lucky she did not get sick with COVID. The food was good. They have a lot of activities like day trips, movies, and card games. They have a swimming pool and a gym. They have a lot of amenities. The apartments are very nice. It is very expensive, but you get what you pay for.
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My mom is in Maris Grove. It is exceptionally very clean, modern, and nicely decorated. It is upscale in its feel, so it’s a very nice place. We have been pleased with the staff so far. They did an ex
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My mom is in Maris Grove. It is exceptionally very clean, modern, and nicely decorated. It is upscale in its feel, so it’s a very nice place. We have been pleased with the staff so far. They did an exceptional job of keeping everybody healthy during COVID. They had to modify things to make sure the germs didn’t go through. Fortunately, my mom was very lucky she did not get sick with COVID. The food was good. They have a lot of activities like day trips, movies, and card games. They have a swimming pool and a gym. They have a lot of amenities. The apartments are very nice. It is very expensive, but you get what you pay for.
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Forwood Manor
1912 Marsh Road, Wilmington, DE, 19810
Forwood Manor is located in the northern Wilmington suburb of Talleys Corner, approximately six miles north of Wilmington. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the multitude of independent living
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Forwood Manor is located in the northern Wilmington suburb of Talleys Corner, approximately six miles north of Wilmington. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the multitude of independent living options, depending on the space needed, and residents speak glowingly of the community and its friendliness. Residents and visitors refer to the dining area’s meals as restaurant quality and are pleased with being able to eat at any time of the day. Residents enjoy having a pet-friendly community and engage in a wide range of activities, including sewing groups, cooking classes, group trips and exercise classes.
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Forwood Manor is located in the northern Wilmington suburb of Talleys Corner, approximately six miles north of Wilmington. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the multitude of independent living
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Forwood Manor is located in the northern Wilmington suburb of Talleys Corner, approximately six miles north of Wilmington. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the multitude of independent living options, depending on the space needed, and residents speak glowingly of the community and its friendliness. Residents and visitors refer to the dining area’s meals as restaurant quality and are pleased with being able to eat at any time of the day. Residents enjoy having a pet-friendly community and engage in a wide range of activities, including sewing groups, cooking classes, group trips and exercise classes.
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Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line
100 Halcyon Drive, Media, PA, 19063
Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line is in Media, Pennsylvania, some 15 miles from Philadelphia. It’s near a golf course, a nature preserve and shopping. The facility is pet-friendly and offers a wide var
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Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line is in Media, Pennsylvania, some 15 miles from Philadelphia. It’s near a golf course, a nature preserve and shopping. The facility is pet-friendly and offers a wide variety of activities and fitness programs, such as art, music, dancing and cards. Worship services are available, and seniors enjoy bowling outings. Visitors state that their relatives are engaged and happy. Guests and residents say the food is excellent, and the dining area is homey. There’s a library, indoor pool and movie theater on site. The nurses and other staff members are reportedly excellent and very nice.
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Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line is in Media, Pennsylvania, some 15 miles from Philadelphia. It’s near a golf course, a nature preserve and shopping. The facility is pet-friendly and offers a wide var
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Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line is in Media, Pennsylvania, some 15 miles from Philadelphia. It’s near a golf course, a nature preserve and shopping. The facility is pet-friendly and offers a wide variety of activities and fitness programs, such as art, music, dancing and cards. Worship services are available, and seniors enjoy bowling outings. Visitors state that their relatives are engaged and happy. Guests and residents say the food is excellent, and the dining area is homey. There’s a library, indoor pool and movie theater on site. The nurses and other staff members are reportedly excellent and very nice.
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Shipley Living
2723 Shipley Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Shipley Manor is a full service rental retirement community located in North Wilmington. Shipley Manor serves seniors in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care. We are convenien
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Shipley Manor is a full service rental retirement community located in North Wilmington. Shipley Manor serves seniors in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care. We are conveniently located near 95 and the airport, shopping, theaters, and local hospitals
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Shipley Manor is a full service rental retirement community located in North Wilmington. Shipley Manor serves seniors in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care. We are convenien
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Shipley Manor is a full service rental retirement community located in North Wilmington. Shipley Manor serves seniors in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care. We are conveniently located near 95 and the airport, shopping, theaters, and local hospitals
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Fair Acres Geriatric Center
340 N. Middletown Road, Lima, PA, 19063
My brother is in Fair Acres Geriatric Center. The experience is excellent. The staff is very attentive, caring, and friendly. His room is just basic, not fancy, but very clean. They’re not anything yo
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My brother is in Fair Acres Geriatric Center. The experience is excellent. The staff is very attentive, caring, and friendly. His room is just basic, not fancy, but very clean. They’re not anything you’d write home about. They don’t spend a lot of money upgrading their facilities; however, they put the money toward care. I have not tried the food, but my brother said it’s good and he doesn’t complain about it. They have a central room on each floor. However, because my brother’s bedridden, he hasn’t eaten out there. He stays in his room. He’s very comfortable. My sister went to a place that was $200 more a day, so the value is a five.
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My brother is in Fair Acres Geriatric Center. The experience is excellent. The staff is very attentive, caring, and friendly. His room is just basic, not fancy, but very clean. They’re not anything yo
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My brother is in Fair Acres Geriatric Center. The experience is excellent. The staff is very attentive, caring, and friendly. His room is just basic, not fancy, but very clean. They’re not anything you’d write home about. They don’t spend a lot of money upgrading their facilities; however, they put the money toward care. I have not tried the food, but my brother said it’s good and he doesn’t complain about it. They have a central room on each floor. However, because my brother’s bedridden, he hasn’t eaten out there. He stays in his room. He’s very comfortable. My sister went to a place that was $200 more a day, so the value is a five.
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Dunwoody Village
3500 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA, 19073
Would not recommend to anyone. The professionalism and quality of nursing administration is very poor, and not worth the tremendous fee DW charges. I’m assuming there is some type of executive admin
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Would not recommend to anyone. The professionalism and quality of nursing administration is very poor, and not worth the tremendous fee DW charges. I’m assuming there is some type of executive administrator/general manager, or someone in charge of the whole works, but do not know. If there is executive management on site, I’d never know it. It seems like nursing administration runs the show and does whatever they want, and not caring how they do and [mostly] do not communicate with families. Too much money for low quality care and bullshit from nursing administration. However, there are a lot of very nice pictures of nature that dominate the website that say absolutely nothing about the quality of care and value for the dollar.
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Would not recommend to anyone. The professionalism and quality of nursing administration is very poor, and not worth the tremendous fee DW charges. I’m assuming there is some type of executive admin
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Would not recommend to anyone. The professionalism and quality of nursing administration is very poor, and not worth the tremendous fee DW charges. I’m assuming there is some type of executive administrator/general manager, or someone in charge of the whole works, but do not know. If there is executive management on site, I’d never know it. It seems like nursing administration runs the show and does whatever they want, and not caring how they do and [mostly] do not communicate with families. Too much money for low quality care and bullshit from nursing administration. However, there are a lot of very nice pictures of nature that dominate the website that say absolutely nothing about the quality of care and value for the dollar.
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St. Martha Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
470 Manor Ave, Downingtown, PA, 19335
This place is so dirty and disgusting the staff is awful and especially the nurses my friend/client can not get out of bed to use the bathroom so she is dehydrating herself so she doesn’t have to ca
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This place is so dirty and disgusting the staff is awful and especially the nurses my friend/client can not get out of bed to use the bathroom so she is dehydrating herself so she doesn’t have to call for help and when they do finally come to help her a half hour later they leave her on the bedpan for another half hour and now she has a rash between her legs and she sometimes bleeds from her butt today makes 3 weeks since she has been there in bed and they won’t take her out and another thing is she is not getting her regular medication and she is very ADHD and has not had that medication for as long as she has been there she has metal rods coming out of her foot and they are barely giving her any pain medication something really needs to be done about this the sooner the better
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This place is so dirty and disgusting the staff is awful and especially the nurses my friend/client can not get out of bed to use the bathroom so she is dehydrating herself so she doesn’t have to ca
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This place is so dirty and disgusting the staff is awful and especially the nurses my friend/client can not get out of bed to use the bathroom so she is dehydrating herself so she doesn’t have to call for help and when they do finally come to help her a half hour later they leave her on the bedpan for another half hour and now she has a rash between her legs and she sometimes bleeds from her butt today makes 3 weeks since she has been there in bed and they won’t take her out and another thing is she is not getting her regular medication and she is very ADHD and has not had that medication for as long as she has been there she has metal rods coming out of her foot and they are barely giving her any pain medication something really needs to be done about this the sooner the better
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Stonegates
4031 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE, 19807
Stonegates was absolutely outstanding, but very expensive. The apartments were great. They’re laid out very well and they’re oriented to the community they’re trying to serve. The staff member was gre
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Stonegates was absolutely outstanding, but very expensive. The apartments were great. They’re laid out very well and they’re oriented to the community they’re trying to serve. The staff member was great. She knew what she was doing and she had a great facility. They have everything. They have cards and guest lectures. The food was wonderful and the dining area was set up like a restaurant. It’s like a five-star resort.
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Stonegates was absolutely outstanding, but very expensive. The apartments were great. They’re laid out very well and they’re oriented to the community they’re trying to serve. The staff member was gre
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Stonegates was absolutely outstanding, but very expensive. The apartments were great. They’re laid out very well and they’re oriented to the community they’re trying to serve. The staff member was great. She knew what she was doing and she had a great facility. They have everything. They have cards and guest lectures. The food was wonderful and the dining area was set up like a restaurant. It’s like a five-star resort.
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Promedica Skilled and Nursing Rehabilitation (Powerback Rehabilitation)
501 Thomas Jones Way, Exton, PA, 19341
My husband did rehab at ProMedica Total Rehab. He just got out on Saturday. The care is good. They were just in there all the time with him and they brought his medications on time. It was a nice plac
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My husband did rehab at ProMedica Total Rehab. He just got out on Saturday. The care is good. They were just in there all the time with him and they brought his medications on time. It was a nice place and it’s a newer one. My husband said the food was good. They don’t share the food with the people coming to visit though so I have not tried it. He was in a private room with one bed, a good-sized TV on the wall, and a good-sized bathroom.
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My husband did rehab at ProMedica Total Rehab. He just got out on Saturday. The care is good. They were just in there all the time with him and they brought his medications on time. It was a nice plac
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My husband did rehab at ProMedica Total Rehab. He just got out on Saturday. The care is good. They were just in there all the time with him and they brought his medications on time. It was a nice place and it’s a newer one. My husband said the food was good. They don’t share the food with the people coming to visit though so I have not tried it. He was in a private room with one bed, a good-sized TV on the wall, and a good-sized bathroom.
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White Horse Village
535 GRADYVILLE ROAD, Newtown Square, PA, 19073
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
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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 of villas, carriage homes, condos, and so on. It’s just lovely.
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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
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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 of villas, carriage homes, condos, and so on. It’s just lovely.
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Broomall Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
50 N Malin Road, Broomall, PA, 19008
My brother has been a resident of Broomall Manor for the last 18 months. I’ve dealt with other facilities and can honestly say, this place is very good. The staff interaction with myself and my brot
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My brother has been a resident of Broomall Manor for the last 18 months. I’ve dealt with other facilities and can honestly say, this place is very good. The staff interaction with myself and my brother is top notch, I also see how they relate to other residents, always positive. They go out of their way to assist in my brother’s needs. The facility and rooms are cleaned daily, the meals are healthy and brought on time. My brother’s hygiene needs are attended to daily. I’ve been there in the morning, afternoon and early evening, so it’s not like they are putting on a show while visitors are there. I would highly recommend this facility.
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My brother has been a resident of Broomall Manor for the last 18 months. I’ve dealt with other facilities and can honestly say, this place is very good. The staff interaction with myself and my brot
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My brother has been a resident of Broomall Manor for the last 18 months. I’ve dealt with other facilities and can honestly say, this place is very good. The staff interaction with myself and my brother is top notch, I also see how they relate to other residents, always positive. They go out of their way to assist in my brother’s needs. The facility and rooms are cleaned daily, the meals are healthy and brought on time. My brother’s hygiene needs are attended to daily. I’ve been there in the morning, afternoon and early evening, so it’s not like they are putting on a show while visitors are there. I would highly recommend this facility.
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Nursing Home Costs in West Chester, Pennsylvania
In West Chester, a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $11,285 per month, on average, while the rate for a private room is $12,498.
The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
The $11,285 cost for a semiprivate room in a West Chester nursing home is $1,247 above the state average and $3,529 higher than the national median of $7,756. However, it falls about midrange compared to nearby cities. The average in York ($10,291) is about $1,000 less, while in Allentown ($12,471), seniors pay almost $1,200 more. The rate in York is similar to the average paid in West Chester at $11,224 per month, while the monthly cost in Reading ($11,724) is about $440 higher.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Learning about all the available care options may help families decide if nursing facility placement is the right choice for their loved one. Other options in West Chester include homemaker and home health aide services at an average monthly cost of $4,767. The most affordable option is adult day health care, which averages $1,842 per month, while assisted living costs $5,550. These alternatives are all much less expensive than the respective $11,285 and $12,498 costs of semiprivate and private rooms in area nursing homes.
Note: Data for West Chester was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Philadelphia, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in West Chester, Pennsylvania
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Free Resources for Seniors in West Chester, Pennsylvania
The following programs and services are available to help West Chester seniors and their families learn about available care options, access community resources that may delay the transition to a nursing facility and apply for financial assistance to help cover the cost of long-term care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
| Chester County Department of Aging Services | (610) 344-6350 | The Chester County Department of Aging Services administers a range of programs that can benefit West Chester residents aged 60 and older. The department’s information and referral specialists can help seniors access local resources, such as caregiver support, and assist with scheduling assessments for nursing home placement and community-based services through the Aging Waiver and Options programs. |
| Ombudsman Program | (610) 344-6350 | Residents of West Chester nursing homes and their families can contact the Ombudsman program for information and assistance. Ombudsmen regularly visit long-term facilities to ensure residents are aware of their rights. Additionally, program staff and volunteers can investigate, mediate and help resolve complaints about quality of care and other issues. |
| PA MEDI Program | (610) 431-4242 | The Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight program helps older adults make informed decisions about their health insurance options. Counselors can assist seniors in understanding their options for long-term care insurance, Medicare, Medicaid and prescription drug plans. |
| Meals on Wheels of Chester County | (610) 430-8500 | Meals on Wheels of Chester County delivers hot lunches to homebound seniors and disabled adults who are unable to cook for themselves. Low-income participants can receive their meals for free, but the organization encourages donations to help cover the cost. Volunteers also perform brief wellness checks on seniors when making deliveries Monday through Friday. |
| Senior Law Center | (610) 910-0215 | Older residents of West Chester can contact the local Senior Law Center office for free legal advice and representation. The agency offers assistance with a range of civil matters, such as family law, consumer protection, elder abuse, public benefits and advance life planning. |