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Genesis Rehab Services
101 E State St, Kennett Square, PA 19348
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2030 reviews. On average in Chester County, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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Glencrest Manor
115 GLENCREST ROAD, Coatesville, PA 19320
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571 73 E CHESTNUT ST, Coatesville, PA 19320
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Kendal Crosslands
1660 East Street Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348
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Columbia Cottage Collegeville
901 East Main Street, Collegeville, PA 19426
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We chose Columbia Cottage Collegeville for mom because it's a small community, and the caregiver to resident ratio is favorable. They offer a variety of activities and services, and the location was also beneficial. They had 10 levels of care from in..."
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Amity Place
139 Old Swede Rd, Douglassville, PA 19518
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Amity Place took very good care of my father. He never complained about the place and the food. The staff was fantastic. The rooms were very nice. They were just the right size and they always kept cleaning. The staff always took care of him. Even wh..."
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The Heritage of Green Hills
200 Tranquility Lane, Reading, PA 19607
4.9
(16 reviews)
"The Heritage of Green Hills was so active. It was Halloween and they were having a Halloween party. They were really busy. It's a busy place. But you have to buy into that, and I didn't want to do that. It was nice though. The rooms were very clean a..."
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Chestnut Knoll Personal Care and Memory Care
120 West 5th Street, Boyertown, PA 19512
4.8
(57 reviews)
"After a lot of research and visiting facilities, I moved my father into Chestnut Knoll in August 2023. To be honest, the close proximity to my home (10 minutes away) and the costs (no massive initial buy-in fees) were initially the most appealing asp..."
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Anthology of King of Prussia
350 Guthrie Rd, King Of Prussia, PA 19087
4.8
(7 reviews)
"We toured the Anthology of King of Prussia. My mom likes it better. Everybody was very friendly. The facilities were beautiful. It seemed like a very family-type place. My mom preferred that place, so that's something we will look into depending on w..."
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Bryn Mawr Village
773 East Haverford Road, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
4.8
(6 reviews)
"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...."
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Arcadia at Limerick Pointe
51 West Arcadia Drive, Limerick, PA 19468
4.8
(11 reviews)
"I toured Arcadia at Limerick Pointe. The lady showed me around. The place is very nice. She was excellent, she took me around the different apartments, she was very pleasant, and not pushy. They were great. They were very friendly. I got to see every..."
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Symphony Square
35 Old Lancaster Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
4.8
(5 reviews)
"Symphony Square was beautiful, it was a lovely place. The director was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. She showed us the rooms and the dining area. The dining area was beautiful, they had silverware and glass and not plastics. They..."
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Keystone Villa at Douglassville
1152 Ben Franklin Highway East, Douglassville, PA 19518
4.7
(47 reviews)
"Keystone Villa at Douglassville is too far from me. They would be charging me $40 just to take me to the doctor, because my doctors are in Reading Hospital. I'm 81, and I have a lot of doctors' appointments. The staff who gave the tour was very nice...."
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Ivy Gables
2210 Swiss Lane, Wilmington, DE 19810
4.7
(7 reviews)
"Ivy Gables Senior Living did not have an availability in memory care. They kind of had a hybrid program in between assisted living and memory care, but they felt my dad needed a little more care than what they provided in that hybrid situation. Howev..."
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Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills
52 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342
4.6
(15 reviews)
"I toured Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills. I like its location. It wasn't huge. It was very community-like inside. A lot of people go around doing a lot of different kinds of things. One of the cool things at Merrill Gardens was they have a movie theate..."
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Traditions of Lansdale
1800 Walnut Street, Lansdale, PA 19446
4.6
(37 reviews)
"Our mom, who will turn 96 shortly, has been residing at Traditions of Lansdale for approximately six months now. While it is no secret that placing a family member into care is never an easy decision, I am pleased to say that mom is thriving under th..."
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Celebration Villa of Exeter
9 Colin Court, Reading, PA 19606
4.5
(5 reviews)
"The manager at Celebration Villa of Exeter was wonderful. She took me around and showed me everything. She sent me a little video of what we had seen that day. My husband had a chance to see the place and we looked at two different types of rooms tha..."
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The Lorelton
2200 West 4th St., Wilmington, DE 19805
4.5
(36 reviews)
"I visited a lot of assisted living places in New Castle County and ended up choosing the Lorelton and glad I did. They have many upgrades in progress that will make it even better. The administrator was very helpful with pricing and selection of the ..."
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The Birches at Harleysville
691 Main Street, Harleysville, PA 19438
4.5
(42 reviews)
"The rooms are very spacious, plenty of closet space and a handicap size bathroom and shower. Plenty of natural light. My mom's room was always clean and in order...."
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Paying for Assisted Living in Chester County
According to senior care data published in Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, seniors in the United States pay $4,300 per month on average for assisted living. However, some regions have lower monthly costs depending on a range of factors, such as how many facilities are open, local living costs and licensing regulations. Pennsylvania is generally affordable for assisted living, with monthly fees coming in about 8% lower at $3,955. Cost data isn’t available for Chester County, but in Lancaster, which is located just east of the county and has a comparable cost of living, monthly fees are higher than the state median but lower than the national rate at $4,050 per month.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Chester County, PA and Nearby Cities
Chester County is among the cost-effective options in the state for assisted living, with monthly rates averaging $4,050. Even so, more affordable care options are available, including Gettysburg, which is situated about 80 miles west of Chester County’s center and has monthly assisted living rates of $3,443. In Pittsburgh, fees are a little higher at $3,550, and in Reading, care costs are consistent with the statewide median at $3,950. In York, facilities charge approximately $4,260, and in Lebanon, monthly fees average $4,420. Philadelphia is the costliest option in the state for this type of care, with monthly rates surpassing the state and national averages at $5,550.
Chester County/Lancaster
$4,050
Pennsylvania
$3,955
The United States
$4,300
Gettysburg
$3,443
York
$4,260
Lebanon
$4,420
Reading
$3,950
Philadelphia
$5,550
Pittsburgh
$3,550
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Chester County
Chester County seniors who meet certain eligibility requirements for the Pennsylvania Department of Aging waiver may qualify for financial assistance in order to pay for care within one of the city’s assisted living facilities. In addition, if you receive SSI and need to live in an assisted living facility, the state can pay a supplement to the facility if you qualify.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
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 Chester County
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Centers | (610) 344-6000 | Chester County is home to seven senior centers that provide social and recreational programming for older adults. Amenities and programs vary by location but typically include art and music classes, exercise programs, day trips and card and board games. These centers host congregate meals and administer health screenings to help residents monitor their health. Wellness seminars and educational classes and programs support life-long learning, and the centers’ counseling and informational assistance programs help seniors access local programs and services. The centers also provide volunteer opportunities that enable seniors to use their knowledge and experience to serve their communities. |
| Chester County Aging Services | (610) 344-6350 | The county’s Department of Aging is the designated Area Agency on Aging. This nonprofit organization receives federal funds to plan and implement a wide array of services. It administers the statewide APPRISE program, which provides free, unbiased health insurance counseling and can help seniors identify ways to pay for assisted living services. The agency’s LIFE program is the local PACE program that provides a single point of contact for those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid, and its Nursing Home Transition program can help those in nursing homes transfer to assisted living. |
| Ombudsman Program | (610) 344-6350 | The county’s ombudsman program advocates on behalf of seniors living in assisted living, ensuring that they understand their rights and receive the services in their care plan. The ombudsmen help resolve residents’ concerns about their quality of life and the quality of care they receive in their community and educates them on how to self-advocate. They also field and investigate issues related to problems with care, such as call lights not being answered, mistakes with medication or neglectful hygiene practices, violations of rights related to privacy or dignity and discharge or transfer problems. |
| Legal Aid of Southeastern PA | (610) 436-4510 | Legal Aid of Southeastern PA is a local nonprofit legal firm staffed by volunteer lawyers and other legal professionals that specialize in elder law. Through this agency, seniors receive one-on-one assistance with obtaining public benefits, such as Social Security, disability benefits, Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid, which may help them cover assisted living expenses. The agency can also help with future planning, including creating simple wills, assigning powers of attorney and healthcare directives. |
| Veterans Affairs | (610) 344-6375 | The local Veterans Affairs Office serves local veterans and their qualifying family members or survivors by helping them locate and apply for state and federal benefits that they’re eligible for. Through the office, veterans can apply for the federal Aid and Attendance benefit, which can be used at the beneficiary’s discretion to cover living costs, including assisted living. Other benefits that officers help visitors apply for include pension programs, disability compensation, life insurance and burial benefits. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Chester County
Chester County-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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Truth
1.0
Review of St. Martha Villa
Had to pull my parent out because of lack of care and always short handed. Rather than worrying about the people learned their management is to busy using their maintenance guys to block trails in...
Provider response
Thank you for sharing your concerns. We regret to hear about the experience and issues you’ve described. Ensuring proper care and attention to our residents is our top priority. Please feel free to...
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Charles
3.0
Review of Bellingham at West Chester
I am a resident of The Watermark at Bellingham. I've been shuffled a couple of places in here. I started independent, which was okay. Now I'm in assisted living. I don't care for it. I'm not...
Provider response
Hello Charles, thank you for your feedback. We will take this to the rest of the team and make sure we improve!
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Rick1
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Paoli
My mom moved into Sunrise of Paoli. She loves it. She loves every bit of it. She likes the fact that it's a community and not a hospital, and that it's very clean. She also likes the fact that...
Provider response
We are so glad, Rick, that you shared such a wonderful story about how Sunrise of Paoli has helped you and your loved one. Thank you for taking the time to share this heart-warming message. – The...
