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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Elam, PA
Assisted living costs in Elam average about $5,442 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 40 communities in Elam. Our detailed directory has 1060 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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9.5
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52 reviews
It's a nice community and mom likes it there. We picked this community because it was a new facility . Meals included in rent . No huge sign on cost
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.
Combine amazing service, great friends, and resort-level amenities and you’ve got the perfect recipe for all the comforts of home. Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills offers Independent Living, Personal Care and Memory Care all in one campus for flexibility and convenience.With amenities like a...
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9.0
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29 reviews
I would recommend to others. We picked this community because of the cost, it was the only one that had a roommate room. That made it affordable.
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.
Glen Mills Senior Living is conveniently located along Route 1 near shopping, restaurants and places of worship. We offer transportation to a variety of local destinations including doctor's offices, malls and your favorite restaurant. At Glen Mills Senior Living you can chat in our Bistro, read...
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8.4
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20 reviews
The Residences at Chadds Ford is a fabulous facility. Their food is amazing and their staff team is fabulous. Based on the experience we have had so far we would absolutely recommend them to other families.
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.
NOW OPEN! The Residence at Chadds Ford is a flagship community in west suburban Philadelphia, bringing the area a level of luxury, service and sophisticated lifestyle befitting the cultured, inquisitive, active seniors that we serve. We offer Independent Living, Personal Care and Memory Care....
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9.7
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59 reviews
The Merrill Garden staff have truly gone above and beyond in their care and support of my mom over the last 2 years. Their dedication to not just meeting her physical needs but also engaging her mentally...
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.
Arbour Square at West Chester is truly a unique rental community. Located in a beautiful, small town rich in history, Arbour Square stands out as something new and exciting, above and beyond the ordinary. A community where there’s always something interesting or fun going on, and where you’ll...
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9.7
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41 reviews
The reason we gave the meals a 4 is because it is a smaller facility, their menu is not that big but the quality of food is above average. There are activities everyday but some days have more than others....
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.
Foulk Manor North offers our residents a continuum of care encompassing independent living, assisted living, memory care in our Bridge to Rediscovery community and skilled nursing. Set on ten beautifully wooded acres, right next to the New Castle County Brandywine Hundred Library, Foulk Manor...
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9.6
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33 reviews
From my first call to A place for mom to move in day ( yes it took 18 months) my experience was great. the staff at wesley from sales to maintenance and security is wonderful! The overall facility is...
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 Main Line Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line is a senior living community located in Media, PA. Media is a small borough in Delaware County, west of Philadelphia and home to about 5,500 people. Residents can take part in a host of activities including going out to local...
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9.5
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72 reviews
Staff is not very attentive Needs more nursing services. My mother is on hospice so she gets extra care. Without that I feel she wouldn’t get any care. Dining services and food is not great. Often no...
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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9.5
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30 reviews
We are so grateful to have found this fine place for our family member. Every step of the way there was great info, consistent support, and for every question a clear and readily available answer. After 6...
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.
Forwood Manor sits on 13 beautifully manicured acres and is located just minutes from I-95. Close to shopping and cultural sites, we offer a full-service rental retirement community with the best social and transportation programs, along with well-designed and spacious apartments. We invite you...
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9.4
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131 reviews
The building is old but kept up well. It has large windows with lots of light. One of the selling points for my Mom. But the windows are old and leaky. A contractor has measured them and we are told they are...
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.
Winner Best Assisted Living 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019! Offering Assisted Living as well as Memory Care. The Lorelton is truly unique. Privately owned by a local foundation not a corporation. Not-for-Profit and affordable. The Lorelton is considered to be in 'the Suburbs' of the city. Conveniently...
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9.3
Review score
59 reviews
It is quite expensive but a beautiful place and I have no worries of the quality of care she is getting! We are grateful. I would absolutely recommend Rockland Place to other families based on 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.
When you think of assisted living and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more...
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9.1
Review score
46 reviews
The staff. Well trained, friendly, always available, engages with residents & well staffed (always enough people). We would recommend the Sunrise of Westtown community to other families who may need a place...
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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9.0
Review score
53 reviews
Nice place, always clean. Nice outside areas to relax and private outside area in memory care. Activities throughout the day in memory care and personal care. Pet therapy and music therapy. Happy hour on...
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.
Arbor Terrace Willistown offers quality personal care and dementia care in West Chester, Pennsylvania. We honor individuality and celebrate each person's unique life through deep connections with our residents and families. We create delightful surprises and meaningful moments within a safe and...
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9.0
Review score
116 reviews
The staff is caring and very friendly. The food is good and there is a nice variety. It can be difficult to reach the nurse's station via phone. The facility is clean and the apartments are roomy and...
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.
Senior living by designThe Watermark at Bellingham is a recently renovated senior living community located on 15 beautiful acres near downtown West Chester, Pennsylvania. While perfectly situated near Philadelphia and Wilmington, there’s so much to do you might just want to spend your days...
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8.8
Review score
71 reviews
My mom really likes most of the staff. That's a plus. They could improve on activities. I know they hired someone new recently so hopefully they improve there in the near future.
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 are assisted living facilities. And then there's Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle. One reason why our community is such a special place to live is that we understand every family wants the very best for loved ones.As a company that is family-operated, our commitment is to each resident...
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8.5
Review score
53 reviews
The staff has been wonderful and helpful with my parents. They truly care and make it a family. [name removed] at the front desk has been going above and beyond with my parents making sure they feel welcome!...
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.
Just minutes from the Delaware/Pennsylvania state line, Sunrise of Wilmington is set in the heart of Brandywine Hundred. We pride ourselves in our dedication to creating a quality care alternative for seniors in the North Wilmington area. Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you...
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8.5
Review score
18 reviews
I'd say that while we expected a challenging transition from independent city life to assisted living, my uncle has been very happy there and that he's made a real home for himself there. We picked this...
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.
HarborChase of Wilmington Assisted Living and Memory Care, is a place where unrivaled hospitality and classic elegance converge in a timeless setting of peaceful tranquility. Here, you’ll find much more than amazing value in the award-winning cuisine, personalized housekeeping, exhilarating...
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8.5
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10 reviews
They take great care of me and it would be hard to find somewhere else. Every time I need something they are "Johny on the Spot" I will be here for 3 years this August and feels like home!
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.
Located in Wilmington, DE, Ivy Gables is proud to be a trusted choice for senior living, assisted living, and memory care in New Castle County, Delaware. Owned and operated by George and Tammy Loudon for many decades, Ivy Gables was acquired by Asbury Communities, Inc., in December 2023.Asbury...
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8.2
Review score
30 reviews
Microwaves were removed from each apartment/ suite and there isn't one available in the activity room that was converted to their dining area. I'd expect a bit more for [cost removed] a month. More often...
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.
Chestnut Ridge Wallingford is located in beautiful and historic Wallingford, Pennsylvania. Residents and guests alike enjoy our proximity to Chester Park, Taylor Arboretum and the Ridley Creek, all of which can be seen from our community. Natural beauty is enjoyed year round and residents enjoy a...
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7.5
Review score
15 reviews
Our overall experience at Shipley was great. The food and physical therapy exceeded expectations. Kudos to the chef! The night staff. was nice but there were different caregivers and it would be great to...
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.
Shipley Living is a full service, continuing care rental retirement community serving independent living, assisted living, and skilled and rehabilitation services.Shipley Living, a proud member of the community for over 35 years, was originally elementary school; it is located in the Brandywine...
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7.5
Review score
16 reviews
The staff was the biggest plus, the staff are wonderful. The location was convenient, easy parking, very nice outdoor space for visits and we would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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 Friends Home in Kennett Square is a non-profit senior living community thatoffers a variety of living options to help residents remain independent and active. Historic Kennett Square, a beautiful and close-knit community, offers an abundance of resources for our residents. A wonderful...
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The main area when you first walk into the building is always very well kept up. The presentation is clearly very important to them. The elevators are always clean and the hallways are always vacuumed. There...
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.
Lodge Lane Assisted Living is a non-profit, brand new elegant community situated on a beautiful estate in North Wilmington,Delaware. Residents of all faiths are welcomed while celebrating the best in Jewish heritage, culture and traditions. Lodge Lane creates a home for those who don't need...
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1.0
Review score
5 reviews
We had one little glitch with the head nurse. She wanted to move my loved one into memory care after two weeks, but their admissions director and acting ED said he didn’t need that. So I was able to talk...
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.
The Hickman, a senior living residential and personal care community has been providing excellent care to the residents of Chester County and the surrounding area for over a century. Founded by two Quaker women in 1891, The Hickman is conveniently located in the heart of historic West Chester,...
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6.3
Review score
29 reviews
We chose Brookdale Hockessin because of the location, the cost, the smaller size of the facility and the overall family-type atmosphere. They do their very best to give residents a happy, comfortable and...
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.
Go do the things you love and let us help with the rest.Here at our assisted living community in Hockessin, Delaware, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your passions and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or trying something new like meditation, you...
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.
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My loved one is doing very well here. He is being cared for very well here. I'am happy with everything they have done for us. The staff is patient and very caring towards the residents. They do a good job...
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.
Ingleside Homes offers affordable assisted living to all fail seniors, regardless of income, who need assistance with two or more activities of assisted living such as eating, bathing and dressing.
Cost of assisted living in Elam, PA
The average cost of senior living in Elam is $5,442 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chester Heights, PA with an average of $5,309 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elam, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elam, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elam vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Elam, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Elam over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Elam
Recent reviews for assisted living in Elam
Silver Springs at East Norriton
5.0
First, you need to see this facility. They did a major renovation and it looks so different. It has been modernized and looks amazing.
My Mom has been at Brandywine for a few years. It is a tough decision to make when your loved one needs more care than what you can give. The apartments are ...
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Springfield Crossings
4.1
There are some staff members that go out of their way to help and assist my mother then there are a few that act as if it a bother to help. I am being very honest but for the most part they keep the residents safe and active.
Fountain View at Logan Square in Philadelphia, PA
4.1
It's great, it's a very convenient location for us. The staff are great, they're very friendly and welcoming. Overall it's a really good experience.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Dedicated and caring staff. Many reviews praise the staff's commitment to residents' well-being at various communities, such as Lorelton and Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, where staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents are comfortable and happy.
Thoughtful communication with families. Frequent and detailed conversations between community staff and residents' families help keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. Communities like Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, Lorelton, and Arbor Terrace Willistown prioritize open communication and collaboration.
Variety of engaging activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at several communities, from movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes to puzzles, bingo, and exercise classes at places like Rockland Place, Foulk Living, and Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle.
Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Many residents and their families express appreciation for the warm and inviting atmosphere at their communities, like The Residence at Chadds Ford, Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle, and Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line a CCRC, which make newcomers feel at home.
Delicious and accommodating meals. The quality of food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Chefs at places such as Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle, Foulk Living, and Glen Mills Senior Living accommodate individual preferences and dietary restrictions to ensure mealtimes are enjoyable ...
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Properly maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are crucial to residents' comfort and sense of pride in their community. Facilities like Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, Lorelton, and Rockland Place prioritize the maintenance of both private rooms and communal areas.
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Elam review score based on 237 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 237 reviews of 30 Elam assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Elam 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
Elam review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Elam 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 237 reviews of 30 Elam assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elam 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.Elam, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
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Elam assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elam assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elam, 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 Elam 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 Elam that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
76.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.7%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Elam 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 Elam Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elam, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elam 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 Elam partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elam, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.7%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Elam 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 Elam communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elam, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
53.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elam 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 Elam offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elam, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
73.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
73.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
43.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elam
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Elam protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Lafayette Hill, Morningside House of Collegeville and Merrill Gardens at West Chester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Elam, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Elam, Pennsylvania are Sunrise of Lafayette Hill, Morningside House of Collegeville and Merrill Gardens at West Chester. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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