Barclay Friends
700 NORTH FRANKLIN, West Chester, PA, 19380
3.7
(18 reviews)
"I visited the Barclay Friends. It was a very nice, small, intimate, and high-end facility. The staff was very pleasant and welcoming. ..."
READ MOREThe 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.
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700 NORTH FRANKLIN, West Chester, PA, 19380
3.7
(18 reviews)
"I visited the Barclay Friends. It was a very nice, small, intimate, and high-end facility. The staff was very pleasant and welcoming. ..."
READ MORE1130 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA, 19380
2.6
(22 reviews)
"’ll be honest and say, looking at past reviews scared my family. We were informed that they were taken over by new management and that things have changed and are continuing to change. We took a chance and went to check it out. We needed a place fo..."
READ MORE1361 EAST BOOT ROAD, West Chester, PA, 19380
3.8
(4 reviews)
"My 76 year old father was in a very bad car accident in which he broke both his legs and had a total hip replacement. After his stay in the hospital, he could not go home as he was unable to bear any weight on his legs for 8 weeks. After some resea..."
READ MORE1695 LENAPE ROAD, West Chester, PA, 19382
4.0
(1 reviews)
"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 ..."
READ MORE800 West Miner Street, West Chester, PA, 19382
2.2
(16 reviews)
"My aunt Lena was here some time ago and I found the staff caring and trying their best to accommodate any and all request. Thank you..."
READ MORE1615 East Boot Road, West Chester, PA, 19380
"I was here for 2 wks. recovering from a major surgery and learning new lifestyle changes I would have to make. I felt like I was in a hotel. The place was beautiful. I had a private room with a bathroom. I had a sofa and chair and a recliner for v..."
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1212 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
4.3
(44 reviews)
"We moved my mom into Foulk Living about a year ago. She has dementia and needed more care than a traditional Memory Care unit could give. The staff is wonderful with her. They are loving, respectful and are allowing her to go through the stages of de..."
READ MORE15 Freedom Blvd., Coatesville, PA, 19320
4.3
(35 reviews)
"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 ..."
READ MORE200 Maris Grove Way, Glen Mills, PA, 19342
4.0
(37 reviews)
"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 ..."
READ MORE1912 Marsh Road, Wilmington, DE, 19810
4.1
(23 reviews)
"Forwood Manor offers compassionate senior care in Wilmington, DE. We strive to create a home-like atmosphere where you and your loved ones c..."
READ MORE100 Halcyon Drive, Media, PA, 19063
4.0
(18 reviews)
"My father-in-law is now in Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line for skilled nursing. The reason we chose this place over others was primarily the nursing-to-resident ratio, along with the fact that they don't subcontract and hire outside. Wesley hires al..."
READ MORE2723 Shipley Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
"My mother moved into Shipley Manor, and I'm very pleased. The staff or the personnel they have working there is very good for her and have been polite and forthcoming with information on a daily basis. It's pricey. It is an expensive place, but I bel..."
READ MORE340 N. Middletown Road, Lima, PA, 19063
3.5
(21 reviews)
"My mother was in the facility, (6th floor) for several weeks before she passed on the 17th of October. I cannot stress enough the impression I was left with the staff at Fair Acres. From the business office, to the floor nurses and doctors and the ..."
READ MORE1109 East Baltimore Pike, Kennett Square, PA, 19348
4.4
(10 reviews)
"Includes residences at Longwood and Crosslands. Entry Fees refundable under a 2% per mo. Amortization for 50 mos."
READ MORE535 GRADYVILLE ROAD, Newtown Square, PA, 19073
4.3
(10 reviews)
"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..."
READ MORE3500 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA, 19073
3.4
(22 reviews)
"I was a resident in the rehab portion of the skilled nursing facility. I had undergone a bilateral total knee replacements and was brought to Dunwoody after a very brief stay at Bryan Mayr Hospital. I received daily physical therapy which was very ..."
READ MORE470 Manor Ave, Downingtown, PA, 19335
3.4
(19 reviews)
"I went to provide a manicure for one of the residents. I thought everyone was very helpful and kind . The staff said hello to the resident I was with by name and seemed to be a caring environment. It was very clean in the areas I went through ...."
READ MORE4031 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE, 19807
5.0
(2 reviews)
"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 grea..."
READ MORE50 N Malin Road, Broomall, PA, 19008
3.7
(14 reviews)
"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 ot..."
READ MORE501 Thomas Jones Way, Exton, PA, 19341
3.2
(5 reviews)
"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 w..."
READ MOREIn 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 $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.
West Chester
$11,285
Pennsylvania
$10,038
The United States
$7,756
York
$10,291
Lancaster
$11,224
Reading
$11,724
Allentown
$12,471
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.
Home care
$4,767
Home health care
$4,767
Adult day health care
$1,842
Assisted living
$5,550
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$11,285
Nursing home (private room)
$12,498
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.
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.
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 |
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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. |
Nursing Homes
Charles
1
Review of West Chester Rehabilitation and Healthcare center
West Chester Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center looks good from the outside, but not so good on the inside. I didn't realize that my aunt's room is like a hospital room, and there are two people in...
Nursing Homes
Irishflie
1
Review of Aventura at Pembrooke
My father sat in his BM for hours, even after asking to be changed. They took his call bell from him and shut it in a drawer completely out of his reach. They put his phone out of his reach. He...
Nursing Homes
Dolores H.
1
Review of Aventura at Pembrooke
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...