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The cost of independent living in Elwood Park is about $3,849 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options. Read 40 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Chartiers Bend Retirement Resort
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9.9
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37 reviews
9.9
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37 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
11%
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3%
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We are very impressed with this community! My father lives there and couldn’t be happier. Everyone is so nice, the food is delicious & he felt right at home on day 1. The staff are wonderful & always...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Chartiers Bend, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Chartiers Bend’s top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities include EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and luxury with one...
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9.5
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33 reviews
9.5
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33 reviews
5 star
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4 star
21%
3 star
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3%
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The admission process was seamless. The facility is very well staffed with competent people and the amenities are great. I have been a Director of Nursing in the geriatric field for most of my 50 year...
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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Photo of Friendship Village of South Hills a CCRC
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2.0
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2.0
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6 reviews
5 star
33%
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17%
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0%
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17%
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My mother received wonderful care at Friendship Village Rehab/Nursing Center after her car accident. She was very depressed and injured. The therapists had her laughing and smiling on day one. For that, I...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Friendship Village of South Hills, a continuing care retirement community located in Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania. Celebrating our 35 year of enriching the lives of seniors, Friendship Village of South Hills has recently achieved "Certified Center for Successful Aging" status. We are one of...
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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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These are just independent living, so there were no staff or services to speak of, but my loved one really enjoyed her time here. It is a lovely community, she stayed for over 9 years before she couldn't get...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.
Greenside Meadows Greenside Meadows is a senior living community located in Canonsburg, PA, in Washington County and home to about 9,000 people. Canonsburg is a relaxed borough with a lot of small stores and restaurants amidst the backdrop of pristine mountain views. Residents will enjoy getting...
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Cost of independent living in Elwood Park, PA

The average cost of senior living in Elwood Park is $3,849 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesburg, PA with an average of $2,853 per month.

Independent living costs in Elwood Park, PA, vs. nearby cities

Elwood Park, PA
$3,849/mo

Independent living costs in Elwood Park, PA, vs. state and national averages

Elwood Park, PA
$3,849/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Elwood Park, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,025/mo
Independent Living
$3,849/mo

Independent living costs in Elwood Park, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,708/mo
Studio
$6,583/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,442/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,229/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,485/mo

Senior living costs in Elwood Park 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: Elwood Park, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElwood Park, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,849/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,907/mo$4,440/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,025/mo$5,443/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Elwood Park, PA:$3,849/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Elwood Park, PA:$3,907/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Elwood Park, PA:$5,025/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Elwood Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Elwood Park

The Faidley House in Monongahela, PA

5.0
The food is good. Help with showers due my disabilities is great. Place is warm in winter, cool in summer. Best is how nice the owners and their employee daughters are to all of us.

The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC in Pittsburgh, PA

4.1
The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They communicate appropriately with family, no matter the time of day. We had a family holiday meal catered at the facility and the food was terrific! We will do it again. My brother has met many people he kn there and has also made some new friends. ...
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Friendship Village of South Hills a CCRC in Upper Saint Clair, PA

4.5
Both of my parents lived in FV and now my dad is in the care center. The staff is wonderful. Kind, caring, and ready to undertake and unusual assignment that will help dad and his family. Here's what I sent to [name removed], a social worker at the care center. To explain, I live out-of-state ...
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Elwood Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elwood Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elwood Park, 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 Elwood Park 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 Elwood Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elwood Park, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elwood Park 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 Elwood Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elwood Park, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elwood Park 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 Elwood Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elwood Park, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
40%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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Chartiers Bend Retirement Resort, Paramount Senior Living of Peters Township and Friendship Village of South Hills a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elwood Park, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 5 independent living facilities near Elwood Park, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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