Assisted Living Communities in Downingtown, Pennsylvania
The borough of Downingtown sits within Chester County, about 33 miles outside Philadelphia. As of 2024, the monthly cost of assisted living in this region hovers near $6,986, outpacing the state median of $5,550 and the national norm of $5,350. Fortunately, seniors have numerous assisted living options to choose from in the Downingtown region, including 2 facilities within the city and 174 nearby.
In the following guide, we include 1870 reviews testimonials from current and past residents who rate local facilities at an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars out of five stars.
"I toured The Summit. The apartment was spacious. It looked clean. The people looked content, like they were satisfied to be there. I saw the dining room. They had a nice upstairs porch that you could sit on...."
1200 Tel Hai Circle, PO Box 190 , Honey Brook, PA 19344
4.6
(17 reviews)
"We toured Tel Hai. We like the location, the people that we've met, and the price range. Our problem is that there's no housing available there. They showed us everything. They showed us the clubs, swimming pool, restaurants, and continuing care faci..."
"I toured The Mansion at Rosemont. I liked the fact that it was nonprofit. I like the fact that if you run out of money they do not ask you to leave. I like the facility; it wasn't too large. I like the people that I met there. I like all the common r..."
"My sister stayed at Brandywine Living at Senior Suites for respite care for two weeks. It was very nice. The personnel were very nice, too. The place was clean. The common spaces were very nice. They have a lot of activities going on all during the d..."
"My best friend lives in Lima Estates. It's a very nice one. When my friend moved in, they redid the whole place. They renovated it. They knocked out a wall between the living room and dining room. The kitchen area is very nice. My best friend has two..."
"My dad was at Frederick Living. It was a beautiful, fantastic place. It was nice. I couldn't have picked a better place for him to go. The staff was all pretty caring. They had their own bistro there...."
"It was very nice, very light and bright and airy. The staff was very friendly. They had a nice dining room, nice sitting areas, and places where the residents could play games and listen to music. We thought it was very charming. The rooms were studi..."
"Since the new company has taken over, greenfields environment has improved tremendously. The management team seems dedicated and are willing to go the extra mile for resident care. My mother's friend is a current resident and she seems pleased with t..."
"We chose Well Homed for my dad and we're very well pleased. They're very good to him, and we're really happy with it so far. They're very attentive to Dad. He is not able to partake in all of the activities, but they have something to do just about e..."
"I live in Cokesbury Village. I have lived in this place for 10 years. It's for about 400 people, and they have everything from independent residents to health care residents. I have a small cottage. We have apartments in the main building and cottage..."
"We've been to The Highlands at Wyomissing numerous times, but we just felt that's out of our budget for the kind of housing we want. It's a beautiful facility. They have everything, good location. The apartments were very nice. They have a lot of dif..."
"I toured The Hickman for my mom. I saw an independent apartment, but I believe they have independent and assisted kind of mixed together in the same building. I thought that facility was wonderful. Everybody there seemed very warm. The residents who ..."
1109 East Baltimore Pike, Kennett Square, PA 19348
4.4
(10 reviews)
"My mother will be moving into Kendal-Crosslands Communities. We just really liked it for a whole number of reasons. The range of services and the interactions we've had with the staff have all been extremely good. It seemed very warm and inviting and..."
"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 who assisted me with the tour was very nice and very k..."
"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 proximity to family, the cleanliness of the facility, the typ..."
"We toured Somerford House & Place of Newark. That was wonderful. The staff there was wonderful. It was a beautiful facility. It was great. We toured assisted living. My mom needs independent living, so we weren't too interested in it, but he was nice..."
"My sister moved into Plush Mills because her daughter-in-law wanted her to be closer to where she lived, and we knew about it because my other sister lived there. The monthly fee is a bit higher, but there's no entrance fee. She plays bingo, gets two..."
"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..."
"This community is providing such a caring and healthy atmosphere for my loved one. She feels safe and has all her needs met in a prompt and caring way. Her room is always clean, her wash is done, bed is changed and made, shower and medicine assistanc..."
"Rockland Place was very nice and had therapists who came in from Bayada. The entire place was clean, had an activity calendar, and seemed to be efficiently run. The dining room was set up nicely with napkins and silverware, and the bedrooms looked ni..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Downingtown, PA and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that seniors in Downingtown pay around $6,986 monthly for assisted living, with local rates surpassing the state median by over $1,400. Local rates also run high compared to fees in nearby communities. For example, facilities in Allentown charge approximately $5,274, and in York and Reading, fees come in at about $4,950 and $4,914, respectively.
Downingtown
$6,986
Pennsylvania
$5,550
The United States
$5,350
Allentown
$5,274
Reading
$4,914
Lancaster
$6,135
York
$4,950
Paying for Assisted Living in Downingtown, PA
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Downington
Downington 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. Â
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:
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Downingtown, PA
Seniors in Downingtown pay around $6,986 per month for assisted living. By comparison, nursing home fees run higher at roughly $13,444, providing savings for those without complex medical needs, but nonresidential options typically cost less. For example, agencies set monthly fees near $4,767 for in-home care and $6,101 for home health care, and seniors who opt for adult day health care pay about $2,600.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$6,101
Adult Day Health Care
$2,600
Assisted Living Facility
$6,986
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$13,444
Note:Since data for Downingtown is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Philadelphia, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Lansdale
Older adults in Downingtown can talk to several local agencies for one-on-one help with making informed decisions regarding their long-term care. The following table features programs and organizations that help prospective and current assisted living residents utilize community-based supports, identify ways to cover care costs and connect with local social and recreational activities.Â
Chester County Aging Services administers a range of programs to those aged 60 and over in Downingtown and surrounding cities within the county. It offers information on assisted living facilities within the county, including tips on choosing a facility. It also has a health insurance options counseling program to help older adults with Medicare understand their health insurance coverage and compare private insurance options.
Brandywine Valley Active Aging is a local nonprofit organization that hosts social and recreational programs for older adults. Its Downingtown campus is located at Brandywine Grace Church and offers congregate morning and noontime meals daily, age-friendly aerobic and endurance classes, creativity programming and educational opportunities.
Chester County’s Veterans’ Affairs Office is open for scheduled appointments on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It assists veterans and their eligible dependents in obtaining local, state and federal benefits, including those that may help cover assisted living expenses.
The statewide long-term care ombudsman office advocates on behalf of seniors in assisted living. The office resolves complaints regarding the standard of living in long-term care facilities and empowers residents by helping them understand their rights. It also hosts biweekly virtual meetings in which participants can ask questions, share concerns or gather information.
RSVP offers an array of in-person and online volunteer opportunities for Downingtown residents aged 55 and over. Through this program, individuals can support reading and math literacy for children, help seniors connect with community-based resources and provide free managerial assistance to local nonprofit organizations. In exchange for their service, seniors receive supplemental liability insurance, one-on-one help with finding volunteer opportunities that fit their interests and recognition at community events.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Downington
Downington-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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I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
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...
I toured St. Martha Villa. The person with the information was fine. But the facility was not nice. It was much smaller, narrower, darker, and older than the other place. The building didn't flow...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Simpson Meadows Retirement Community
A good friend of mine was a resident at Simpson Meadows for about 5 years. It was good until the director retired. Now there is a clown running a circus(literally). The new director is beyond...