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Assisted living costs in Durham average about $6,385 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 388 communities in Durham. Our detailed directory has 11461 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Doylestown, Allentown and Flemington.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of Discovery Commons Hamilton
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They enjoy the food. Talk to A place for Mom. Your organization has been very helpful as my family navigates through the unknown. Although it's been a very difficult time, A Place For Mom has made the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Discovery Commons Hamilton provides a vibrant lifestyle, including assisted living and memory care. Our active senior living community is nestled in central New Jersey, surrounded by the lovely towns of Asbury Park, Point Pleasant Beach, Lakewood, and Princeton. Convenient access to trains and...
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Sunrise at Westtown is a very nice facility, friendly & supportive staff, good food. The facility does Not accept Medicare or Medicaid - Out of Pocket on all expenses. It gets very expensive if the resident...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...
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The communication from the very beginning was very good. It helped understand what my moms experience would be like at the facility. They communicate updates with my mom too which I appreciate. The only real...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located in Monroe Township, NJ, Mira Vie Forsgate offers a variety of senior living options, including assisted living and memory care. We aim for our residents to maintain an active and independent lifestyle within a caring and supportive environment. We offer a lifestyle program that encourages...
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My family member has only been at Bear Creek for 2 months but from the first day they have recognized her daily needs. Making a living adjustment from assisted living to memory care based on her mental...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bear Creek Assisted Living incorporates the most progressive Assisted Living concepts into its programs as well as its architectural design. Our individually tailored programs of personal services assure that each Resident's and family's expectations are not only met, they are, in fact, exceeded....
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Overall, my mother-in-law is extremely happy there. The staff is fantastic. Her room is beautiful and kept very clean. The nursing staff is also excellent. Her biggest complaints are that the activities get...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Perched high in the Watchung Mountains, Brandywine Mountain Ridge offers more than just breathtaking vistas—it offers a life filled with dignity, friendship, and joyful independence. Here, every sunrise over the New York skyline is a gentle reminder that peace of mind and purposeful living can go...
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My mother was scheduled to join the Residence at Cherry Hill. Sadly for her family ,happily for her, she died a few days before entering the residence. My mother died suddenly at age 100. She had lived alone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Residence at Cherry Hill provides multiple senior living options, including assisted living, memory care, respite care and on-site rehabilitation services. We are located on the northeast side of Cherry Hill New Jersey, just fifteen miles west of Philadelphia. We are lucky enough to be close...
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Sis was great. Her visit to hospital was very helpful in convincing my mom to go there. All the nurses, cafeteria and activities people were great too.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Personal & Memory Care at the Park is a personal care and alzheimers and dementia care facility dedicated to helping individuals celebrate the best of life with just a little help from their friends. Many of our loved ones feel that life at home has just become too much for them. Those who...
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They have an open menu from 7 to 7 and they could order anything that they wanted. Loads of activities, including happy hour every day at 3:30 and excursions. After less than one year, her rent went up...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nestled in the heart of Bernards Township, and conveniently located off of I-287, the community is close to shops, recreation & entertainment, dining, the popular Farmstead Arts Center and so much more. The Residence at Basking Ridge offers an array of services catered to seniors. At The...
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The cleanliness top notch, staff/care is good, but they lost the head nurse of memory care so they are still working on improving their game, activities - they do try to engage everyone, which can be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located in the heart of Lower Merion Township, Symphony Square at Bala offers an elevated suburban senior living experience just minutes from Philadelphia. Our community specializes in both Personal Care and Memory Support, providing compassionate, individualized care in an elegant and welcoming...
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The facilities that they found for my MIL were nice and they were varied. So there are choices that fit your personality and needs. They are very accommodating, service oriented, wonderful facilities,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Delaney at The Green is an exceptional senior living community nestled in the charming town of Florham Park, New Jersey. Designed to provide a luxurious and vibrant lifestyle for seniors, this community offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and personalized care.The Delaney boasts a...
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Photo of Brookdale Florham Park
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The community itself is very nice. When we moved my aunt in, they were having a stomach flu lockdown so she was not able to come out of her apartment for two weeks. Also, during this time there executive...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
There’s a lot to love here, and redefined independence is just one of those things.With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. Our memory care program is rooted in “a person-centered approach,” which means we help our residents find a sense of...
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I thought they did a good job of getting [name removed] out and about from her room. At some point there were no hand soap in the bathrooms which is a HUGE problem in senior home. Staff said supply issues...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Spring Hills Livingston, in Livingston, NJ is where lifestyle meets luxurious living! Our amenities and first-class senior living community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care…that’s as personalized and unique as the legacy of Spring Hills. Our Livingston, NJ...
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All staff were considerate, respectful and professional. The food was consistently very good , and the building was always kept very clean . I have recommended Hayes Manor to all my friends.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Hayes Manor is a licensed non- profit, non -sectarian independent and personal care home, located in the Wynnefield section of Philadelphia. We are an old Victorian building, nestled on 10 acres, next to the Bala Golf Club. We are located just a few blocks away from City Line Avenue. We have...
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We have had a great experience. All of the staff is professional and caring. The assisted living facility is great. I would recommend it to anyone. My only issue is that my husband (68 y) is 12 yrs younger...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Sunrise of Madison
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My mom just got to Sunrise [date removed]. She was in the hospital and rehab previously. I am not up there, I'm down in Florida. So I could give you feedback based on things family members are telling me,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Studio apartment is perfect size, modern, updated. Many upgrades to facility, new paint, carpet, furniture, décor, etc. Food service has gone way downhill, quality of food, portions, I believe facility is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled among beautiful tall trees and city roads, Mira Vie at Fanwood is the premier Senior Living community for vibrant seniors in Union County, New Jersey. Located on South Avenue in the heart of downtown Fanwood, our senior housing and compassionate team provides exceptional Independent...
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I would never have known about this place, but it's awesome. I would recommend to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The staff here at Renaissance Home Northampton are highly qualified and are dedicated to providing the best care and assistance that our residents could ask for. We are focused on helping residents to maintain their freedom and independence as much as they would like and need. Our staff can also...
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The cleanliness of the whole facility is notable. The staff are competent, cheerful and friendly, as well as very good at keeping us informed. The activities vary daily, and keep mom busy all morning and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Courtyard Luxury Senior Living, we’ve reimagined senior living to focus on enhancing every aspect of daily life.Conveniently located in the picturesque town of Clinton, NJ, everything in our community was designed with residents in mind, from the layout of the apartments to the daily...
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This is a wonderful facility. It has an intimate feel with a family oriented atmosphere. The staff is absolutely amazing with all the residents. The love and care they show towards each individual staying...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home is a licensed personal care facility nestled in the scenic Cherry Valley of the Pocono Mountains. The home is quiet and remote, yet minutes from the Pocono Hospital, shopping and banking in Stroudsburg. The owners and management of Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home...
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The staff, especially take-in counselor [name removed]. Entire staff open and responsive. The environs - clean and beautiful. The food - very good. It's a well run operation - the first place I've ever...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Set in the heart of historic Pennington, our community is woven into the fabric of a town where familiar faces and friendly greetings are part of everyday life. Residents here don’t just live in Pennington—they’re embraced by it, whether they’re catching up with neighbors at the local coffee...
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My ratings are based on comparison with our lifestyle before entering Wesley Enhanced Loving (WEL). The biggest change was demographics: about 80% of the residents are women, and of those, about 60% or more...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Wesley Enhanced Living Upper Moreland is a senior living community located in Hatboro, PA, which is a historical borough in Montgomery County and home to just over 7,000 people. Residents can enjoy relaxing in quiet parks, walking to local stores, and going out to restaurants. Wesley Enhanced...
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Initially there was some confusion over mechanical soft diet order, and there are not as many options for special diets. Some of the activities are more childish than others. It is costly for the level of...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
We offer you and your loved ones a premier assisted living experience at any of our Columbia Cottage communities. We were the first in Pennsylvania to have multiple communities licensed as Assisted Living, and we continue to be the only licensed Assisted Living residence in the areas we serve....
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Out of all the facilities we looked at this had the best room size for both one room and studio. The staff is friendly and helpful always ready to do whatever they can. Food is excellent and abundant. You...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Here you get to define your day every day.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. You’ll have help with medications, dressing and...
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Our Aunt has been at Evans Retirement Center for going on 2 years. It’s a small facility with a very cozy vibe. The owners ([name removed] & [name removed] ) and staff at Evans know my Aunt very well. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Fleetwood, PA is the Evans Retirement Center whom has proudly served the Berks/Lehigh Counties since 1984. Our home is owned and operated by two generations of the Evans family. We are known for our small homelike and family like atmosphere. And we know how to...
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We are unsure about the activities, and some of the infrastructure is old. However, what we like the most about the community is that they are very friendly and welcoming. Yes, I would recommend the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Simpson House is conveniently located at the corner of Belmont and Monument Avenues and overlooks beautiful Fairmont Park. Simpson House was founded in 1865 to attend to the needs of older persons in the community after the Civil War. This unbroken chain of caring exists today as we provide a...
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Cost of assisted living in Durham, PA

The average cost of senior living in Durham is $6,385 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allentown, PA with an average of $4,847 per month.

Assisted living costs in Durham, PA, vs. state and national averages

Durham, PA
$6,385/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Durham, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,385/mo
$7,924/mo

Assisted living costs in Durham, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,559/mo
Studio
$5,224/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,357/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,384/mo

Senior living costs in Durham vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Durham, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDurham, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$6,385/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,924/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,984/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Durham, PA:$6,385/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Durham, PA:$7,924/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Durham, PA:$3,984/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Durham, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Durham and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Durham, PAPA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Durham, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Durham have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Durham, PA$6,039/mo$5,796/mo+4.2%
Pennsylvania$5,351/mo$5,208/mo+2.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Durham, PA
2024 average cost:$6,039/mo
2023 average cost:$5,796/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,351/mo
2023 average cost:$5,208/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Durham, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Durham.

What families are saying about assisted living in Durham

Recent reviews for assisted living in Durham

Liza's House in Danielsville, PA

4.3
Pro Food is nutritious and prepared and served to please individuals...very accommodating for food and beverages. Welcoming environment Staff tends to be very pleasant and seem to care about the residents. Staff seems to know the residents. Staff members respond when concerns are brought to ...
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Bentley Assisted Living at Branchville

4.7
It's a great place. My mother is not complaining about the food, and she seems to be very happy with the activities. It seems to be very clean, and our interactions with the staff have been very good.

Simpson Meadows in Downingtown, PA

3.9
I can't recommend the community due to the way we exited the community. We had multiple attempts to reconcile a balance due and it was never resolved and we never heard back on a resolution to this.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews for community id Saucon Valley Manor mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff. They go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome and supported. One reviewer even highlights the staff's ability to address concerns and make accommodations in a ti ...
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Variety of meal options. Residents at community id Meadow Glen at Phoebe Richland appreciate the choice in meal options, with three meals available daily and additional snacks and drinks welcomed. Reviews for community id Alexandria Manor Senior Living Center also praise the food quality and the ability to cater to ...
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Open communication with staff. Families at community id Alexandria Manor Senior Living Center mention the staff's responsiveness and proactive communication, making it easy for them to address any concerns and stay informed about their loved one's care. Community id Meadow Glen at Phoebe Richland also notes friendly and a ...
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Focus on cleanliness and maintenance. Community id Alexandria Manor Senior Living Center highlights the cleanliness of the facility and the absence of unpleasant smells. Reviews for community id Country Meadows of Bethlehem also mention the well-maintained apartments and communal areas, ensuring a comfortable living environment ...
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Individualized care for residents. Community id Saucon Valley Manor notes that the staff at their loved one's community go above and beyond to accommodate individual needs and make residents feel cared for. Additionally, community id Alexandria Manor Senior Living Center mentions that the staff pays attention to the residents ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Community id Meadow Glen at Phoebe Richland emphasizes the sense of community and how the staff makes families feel welcomed and included. Another review for community id Old Orchard Health Care Center - Easton mentions the support and love received from the Country Meadows staff during a di ...
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Durham review score based on 2,305 family reviews

8.3
Review score388 facilities2305 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2305 reviews of 388 Durham assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Durham review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Durham review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Durham, PA388 facilities
8.3
Lower Merion, PA371 facilities
7.8
Philadelphia, PA191 facilities

Review subcategories for Durham assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 2,305 reviews of 388 Durham assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Durham resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Durham, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.1
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
3.0
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Durham assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Durham assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Durham, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Durham assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Durham that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Durham, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.6%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.1%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.6%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Durham assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Durham Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Durham, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.8%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Durham assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Durham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Durham, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.4%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
59%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.4%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Durham assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Durham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Durham, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.6%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
49.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Durham assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Durham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Durham, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.1%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.5%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.8%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.5%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.4%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.4%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
64.4%
48%
Dances
Dances
44.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.4%
47.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Durham

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Durham protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Chestnut Knoll, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and CareOne at Hamilton are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Durham, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 388 assisted living facilities near Durham, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Durham, Pennsylvania are Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Azalea of Cinnaminson and Morningside House of Collegeville. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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