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Assisted Living Communities in West Chester, PA
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authentic reviews in West Chester, PA below include Assisted Living facility with 3256 reviews. On average in West Chester, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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Linda
5.0
Review of Arbor Terrace Willistown
My husband has moved into Arbor Terrace Willistown. It's been fine, and he likes it. I think the staff is very good and attentive. There have been a few slip-ups, but nothing major that we couldn't...
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Linda
4.0
Review of Bellingham at West Chester
Bellingham at West Chester was very nice. My husband complained that it seemed bigger and a little bit more confusing to find your way around. He has Parkinson's, and he's a little confused anyway....
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Linda, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Bellingham at West Chester! If you're ever in need of more help, please let us know!
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Colleen
5.0
Review of Arbor Terrace Willistown
We saw Arbor Terrace Willistown. The people were very welcoming. The staff interacted with the residents there. They knew the residents' names. It was very bright and sunny. The facility was...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in West Chester, PA and Nearby Cities
In West Chester, the monthly cost of assisted living is higher than both the Pennsylvania average of $4,100 and the national average of $4,500. Reading has average costs that are just $35 per month higher than in West Chester. Moving west, Harrisburg averages $4,828 per month, nearly $860 less than the West Chester average. Allentown, directly north of West Chester, is also cheaper, with average costs of just $4,784 per month.
West Chester
$5,685
Pennsylvania
$4,100
United States
$4,500
Reading
$5,720
Harrisburg
$4,828
Allentown
$4,784
Paying for Assisted Living in West Chester
West Chester seniors pay an average of $5,685 per month for assisted living, but prices can vary.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in West Chester
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in West Chester, PA
In West Chester, assisted living costs an average of $5,685 per month. In-home care and home health care both cost about $350 per month less than assisted living. These services are well-suited to seniors who want to remain in their homes. Nursing homes provide a much higher level of care, so they cost the most, averaging $11,437 per month for a shared room. Averaging $1,777 per month, adult day health care is the least expensive type of senior care available in West Chester.
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 West Chester was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Philadelphia, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in West Chester
West Chester is a vibrant community filled with resources to help seniors maintain their health, access government benefits and pay for assisted living. Contact the organizations below to learn more about how they help seniors living in long-term care settings.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Chester County Aging Services | (610) 344-6350 | At Chester County Aging Services, staff members advocate for the rights of adults aged 60 and older. The agency offers community-based services, investigates reports of suspected abuse and makes referrals to other organizations when needed. |
| Chester County Ombudsman Program | (610) 344-6350 | Chester County's ombudsmen work to preserve the rights of seniors in assisted living communities, nursing homes and other long-term care settings. Ombudsmen educate consumers about their rights and resolve complaints against long-term care facilities. |
| Legal Aid of Southeastern PA | (877) 429-5994 | Legal Aid of Southeastern PA has attorneys available to help seniors with a variety of civil legal matters, including SSI and SSDI appeals, bankruptcy and debt collection. The organization also holds free workshops and educational events. |
| West Chester Area Senior Center | (610) 431-4242 | WCASC offers services and activities designed to enrich the lives of local residents aged 60 and older. Available programs include fitness classes, technology instruction, support for seniors with chronic diseases and assistance applying for government benefits. |
| West Chester University | (610) 436-1000 | When space is available, WCU allows eligible seniors to take classes without paying tuition. Tuition waivers are available to adults who are at least 60 years old and have resided in Pennsylvania for at least 1 year. To enroll in graduate courses, senior students must verify their undergraduate degrees. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in West Chester
West Chester 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.
