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Photo of Simpson House, a CCRC
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Simpson House is beautiful. Olde Main offers a unique charm. Cornerstone boasts a more modern appearance and is more expensive. All in all courtesy and respect could be improved at Simpson. Perhaps some...
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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Thanks to the wonderful symphony Square staff starting with Susan smoothing out a bumpy road, followed by [name removed] with her kindness and her attention to detail, and [name removed] in the back office...
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.
Situated in the heart of Lower Merion, Symphony Square at Bala is a suburban senior living community located near Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Jefferson University Hospital and HUP as well as Bala Cynwyd Shopping Center , King of Prussia Mall, Fairmount Park and Philadelphia...
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Cleanliness of facility is most liked. Value for the money least liked. Unfortunately they did not provide hospice care so we had to move him. Would recommend if the patient is able to be somewhat remote on...
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.
Spring Mill Pointe is a Humangood community, the sixth largest not-for-profit community in the country. We were awarded one of the Best Assisted Living Communities by U.S. News and World Report for 2022/2023. We have been part of the local community for over 25 years. The centerpiece of our...
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77 Floor plans available
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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.
Mira Vie Manalapan offers the very best of town and country assisted living.Located in the beautiful town of Manalapan, Monmouth County, fine shopping and dining are literally at our front door, surrounded by beautiful views of peaceful countryside and farmland. Step outside and relax under our...
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My dad is very frail, needing a lot of hands on care. I was assured Daylesford offered everything he needed, although he was at the high end of the care available there. With only a couple exceptions, staff...
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.
Daylesford Crossing has earned it's stellar reputation on the Main Line by delivering high quality, inclusive care with a unique emphasis on lifestyle. Our community is proud to be voted the "The Best of the Main Line" and we are also certified as a "Great Place to Work."We offer a full spectrum...
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3434 Floor plans available
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Overall my experience with the staff has been positive. Most of the staff have been wonderful. My mom is in memory care and now hospice. Hospice staff have been very supportive and caring. My biggest issue...
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.
Located in vibrant Shrewsbury, Monmouth County, The Chelsea At Shrewsbury offers personalized Assisted Living in studio, one and two-bedroom apartments. Our Country Cottage provides a safe, pleasant and supportive environment for residents with Alzheimer’s and other memory impairments. Our...
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My mother loved being at Laurel Circle. In April she passed away. Caring kind loving and efficient staff. We could not have asked for anything better.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Discover Laurel Circle – full-service senior living in Bridgewater, NJ, with a unique personality and a distinct spirit. Enjoy a convenient, maintenance-free lifestyle with:-Plentiful services and amenities-An unmatched, flexible monthly dining plan-An engaging schedule of resident-organized...
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I liked all of the activities and the staff was very friendly and compassionate. Based on the experience we had with The Residence at Voorhees, I would recommend this community to other families who may...
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.
Imagine finally having the time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater, learning a new language or just relaxing with friends. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being you again.This is...
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2727 Floor plans available
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Mercer Hill at Doylestown is a newer facility that looks beautiful but the coordination of care needs improvement. Mom always complained about the food.
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.
Mercer Hill offers upscale senior living near Philadelphia in Doylestown, PA. The community boasts a suburban setting, conveniently located off the Hwy 202 interchange. It is ideal for seniors seeking an active lifestyle and the best life has to offer.
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Photo of Sunrise of Paoli
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44 Floor plans available
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I believe they do the best they can. I think the turn over rate with the staff is normal. I don't know how much they get paid but I know it's a tough job. My loved ones room is nice but there is only one...
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.
We’re welcoming brighter days as our residents have the chance to enjoy group activities, communal dining, social events, and indoor visitation, subject to community operating status.Community & Location Highlights:-Located in Malvern, Pennsylvania, in the heart of Willistown Township just...
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Photo of Vernon House
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11 Floor plan available
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When we went to check a place for my Aunt, Vernon House was a quiet apartment complex. Actually, we were looking for a retirement neighborhood like [removed], where my parents live. Living there is pleasant...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Vernon House, you’ll find a 62+ Senior Philadelphia apartment community where everything you want is brought together: a location in the neighborhood where you want to live, amenities designed to make your life more enjoyable, and features that are both modern and centered on comfort.When you...
Photo of Friends Village, Paxson Campus
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We picked this community, because of the friendly home like atmosphere, great value for the money, and it's so clean. Check out the facility you won't be disappointed. I would recommend to other families.
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.
SINCE 1897, CHARACTER AND CARING Our town is your town. We have two Newtown campuses rich in character and history that offer private rooms, studios, one bedroom, two bedroom, and two bedroom deluxe for those who meet the minimum age requirement of 62 years and are both socially and physically...
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The nurses, administration and staff at Residence at Bala have been extremely helpful in caring for my mother-in-law. They are communicative and go out of their way to help. She is in the memory unit but...
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.
Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being...
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My husband and I have been at The Quadrangle for more than five years, and we LOVE living here! The people (the warm and friendly residents and staff), the location (the arboretum-like setting just minutes...
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 Quadrangle, situated on 74 beautifully landscaped acres on Philadelphia's Main Line, is an independent full-service community meeting needs of seniors like you since 1986. The community is ideal for seniors who desire an active lifestyle. Residents enjoy gracious apartment accommodations, a...
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I arrived and was welcomed with a smile. They couldn't have done a better job getting my aunt moved in. Thanks to [name removed], [name removed], and [name removed]. [Name removed.] All wonderful people....
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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Everything at Foulkeways at Gwynedd has been excellent! The main reason we chose this facility is because of the walkability. Indoors and out.
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.
Steeped in the time-honored Quaker traditions of honesty and integrity, respect for simplicity and quality, and an abiding belief in the unique worth of every human being, Foulkeways at Gwynedd has been providing unwavering standards of excellence to residents for over 50 years. A pioneer among...
Photo of Wesley Enhanced Living Doylestown
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I live in Doylestown and my mother moved into Wesley recently. I’ve been able to visit many times because I live so close. I continue to be blown away by the friendliness of the entire place & everything...
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.
Enjoying an active lifestyle to the fullest with comfort and security—that's what Wesley Enhanced Living Doylestown is all about. And, with our incomparable range of amenities and programs, you can be sure your own unique interests and desires will be completely fulfilled.At Wesley Enhanced...
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Facility is great. The staff is great. The location is great. I recommend Anthology. Everyone is great and the residents are friendly too. Nice 11 story building with great views and lots to do. Nice dinning...
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.
Tucked among 122 acres at The Village at Valley Forge, a new mixed-use community in Montgomery County, Anthology of King of Prussia invites residents to enjoy a rich and vibrant lifestyle. The Village at Valley Forge is sprinkled with dining, shopping, and entertainment destinations, offering...
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After visiting several CCRCs in PA, I chose Dock Woods. Most were lovely & offered many activities and good food. But the difference was the friendly residents I talked to at Dock Woods, who without...
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 Care at Dock Woods provides the supportive services residents need while empowering them to retain their independence and live a life of purpose and joy. Residents enjoy three meals a day, around-the-clock care available when needed, and an abundant offering of activities and fitness...
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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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I would say, it is worth a tour. Depending on their parent's needs it might be a good fit. We picked this community because, it was not set up like a hospital setting and all the staff were very welcoming...
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 Mill Senior Living, a monthly rental community, represents a new beginning for senior living in Chester County. Offering the most extensive range of services in the area, residents receive a full suite of amenities: like meals served in a beautiful dining room, scheduled transportation to...
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I want to thank the staff at Heartis in Warminster for welcoming my Aunt with such open arms. They had this beautiful red carpet laid out for her and treated her like a celebrity. Her apartment was perfect...
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.
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I picked this facility because the building and apartments are lovely and the people in charge seem to care deeply about the residents.
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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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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Homestead at Hamilton is a very pleasant and well cared for environment. The staff is wonderful and it is apparently they love their job. There are a lot of different activities to keep everyone socializing...
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.
We area an Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care Community located in Hamilton New Jersey. We have been a staple of the community since 2017. This is the best place for your loved one to come and age in place, we offer a range of services and amenities and care! Please give us a...
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Cost of independent living in Oak Shade, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Oak Shade is $5,152 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Medford Lakes, NJ with an average of $4,295 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oak Shade, NJ vs. nearby cities

Oak Shade, NJ
$5,152/mo
$5,017/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oak Shade, NJ vs. the state and national average

Oak Shade, NJ
$5,152/mo
U.S. national average
$4,215/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oak Shade vs. other types of senior living

$6,123/mo
Independent Living
$5,152/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Oak Shade, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,236/mo
Studio
$6,097/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,200/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,725/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,384/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Oak Shade over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Oak Shade

Recent reviews for independent living in Oak Shade

The Terraces at Lawrence in Lawrenceville, NJ

5.0
I love the services that I get. Everyone is very kind. I've had nothing but great service I would absolutely recommend for people to come here.

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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Friends Village, Styer Campus in Newtown, PA

4.2
We chose this facility because I thought it would fit my brother-in-laws personality better. He is in a community where there are 3 or 4 suites, almost like a motel set-up. He has a dog so he is able to go out the front or back door, its more private and personal. His cottage is good sized, it ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Throughout the reviews, the kindness and warmth of the staff stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, several residents express appreciation for the long-term friendships they have formed with the community's caregivers.
Variety of engaging activities. Activities are another key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at various communities like Arbour Square and Fountain View at Logan Square. Movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more help residents stay engaged and active.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Residents consistently praise the quality of the food at their communities. At Silverwoods, for instance, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. The cleanliness and upkeep of the communities' facilities is frequently mentioned in reviews. For example, at Arbour Square, the renovated patio and dining room are appreciated by residents for their beauty and functionality.
Thoughtful communication with families and residents. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is a common theme in the reviews. At Hudson Estates, for instance, the family is kept informed of their loved one's activities and needs through regular updates from the community director.
Diverse range of apartment sizes and layouts. The availability of a range of apartment sizes and layouts caters to various needs and preferences. In the reviews for Forwood Manor, for example, one resident appreciates the generously sized apartment and the convenience of having a patio door.
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Oak Shade independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oak Shade independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Oak Shade partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.8%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.4%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
39.4%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.8%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Shade independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Oak Shade communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oak Shade, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.1%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Shade independent 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 independent living communities in Oak Shade offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oak Shade, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.4%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.4%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.8%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.2%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.9%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.6%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.2%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.4%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.8%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.4%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Arbour Square, The Terraces at Seacrest Village and Traditions of Cross Keys are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oak Shade, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 547 independent living facilities near Oak Shade, New Jersey. See the full list.

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