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Assisted living costs in Elam average about $5,680 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 39 communities in Elam. Our detailed directory has 1242 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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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4 star
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3 star
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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.
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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.
Photo of Kendal At Longwood
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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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Elam, PA

The average cost of senior living in Elam is $5,680 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Malvern, PA with an average of $5,503 per month.

Assisted living costs in Elam, PA, vs. nearby cities

Elam, PA
$5,680/mo

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

Elam, PA
$5,680/mo
U.S. national average
$4,881/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,680/mo
$6,374/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,649/mo
Studio
$5,058/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,188/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,013/mo

Senior living costs in Elam 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: Elam, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElam, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,680/mo$4,531/mo$4,881/mo
Memory Care$6,374/mo$5,538/mo$5,615/mo
Independent Living$5,098/mo$4,476/mo$4,329/mo
Assisted Living
Elam, PA:$5,680/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,881/mo
Memory Care
Elam, PA:$6,374/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,538/mo
U.S.:$5,615/mo
Independent Living
Elam, PA:$5,098/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,476/mo
U.S.:$4,329/mo
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Assisted living costs in Elam, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elam 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Elam, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Elam 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 median 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
Elam, PA$5,349/mo$4,883/mo+9.5%
Pennsylvania$5,293/mo$5,111/mo+3.6%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Elam, PA
2024 average cost:$5,349/mo
2023 average cost:$4,883/mo
Percent change:+9.5%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,293/mo
2023 average cost:$5,111/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elam, 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 Elam.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elam

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elam

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.

Exton Senior Living

4.9
"Cozy" environment, long term staff with very few agency hires, management very involved in daily operations, and processes in place to evaluate residents as conditions change. Activities got a little lower of a score because they do not have a gym with equipment like his prior facility did.

United Methodist Communities Pitman

4.6
From the first step of the application process through admittance and residency, everyone that we have come in contact with at Pitman have been caring and gracious... Just nice people to deal with..

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 Cogir of 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 Cogir of 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, Encore at Foulk, 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, Encore at Foulk, and Glen Mills Senior Living accommodate individual preferences and dietary restrictions to ensure mealtimes are enjoyab ...
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Properly maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are crucial to residents' comfort and sense of pride in their community. Facilities like Cogir of 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 258 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 258 reviews of 31 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

8.7
Elam, PA31 facilities
8.8
Chester Heights, PA37 facilities
8.7

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 258 reviews of 31 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
3.5
3.8
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.5
3.7
Meals & dining
3.2
3.4
Activities
3.2
3.4
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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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.
Elam, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80.6%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
77.4%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.8%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
51.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.4%
52.8%
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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
83.9%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
64.5%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.7%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.7%
13.8%
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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
58.1%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
74.2%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
74.2%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
67.7%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
41.9%
18.4%
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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
71%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
74.2%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
61.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.5%
18.3%
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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
83.9%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
61.3%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.1%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.9%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
74.2%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
77.4%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
74.2%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.9%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
83.9%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
51.6%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.6%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.9%
46.5%
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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 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 Elam protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Glen Mills, Glen Mills Senior Living and Encore at Foulk are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Elam, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 39 assisted living facilities near Elam, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Elam, Pennsylvania are Morningside House of Collegeville and Sunrise of Lafayette Hill. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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