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The cost of independent living in Hancock is about $4,054 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 293 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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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The staff are wonderful! They are very attentive, and I can always depend on them for whatever I need. I have enjoyed all the activities such as the card games, painting, drawing and Bingo. I also like the...
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.
Opportunity and choice are what Traditions of Hanover brings to seniors in the Lehigh Valley. Traditions of Hanover provides opportunity for seniors who might not be able to afford a retirement community because of its financial structure. Traditions features no entrance fees and a month to month...
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1. Everyone is friendly and helpful. 2. Caretakers do care about us. 3. We are a loving family 4. Meals are timely and delicious 5. Have good choice of plenty of food 6. Entertainment often and...
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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99 Floor plans available
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9.9
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The staff is excellent and goes above and beyond. The partnership with Chestnut Knoll is one of the key reasons we are there. The opportunity to have my dad be in independent living, but also have medication...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Keystone Villa at Douglassville, an Independent Living retirement community, there are no entrance fees, long-term leases or hidden costs. You will find everything you need to enjoy a worry-free, healthy and active retirement community lifestyle. This is an ideal setting for seniors who want...
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Perfect place for anyone looking for a combination of safety and companionship. Staff are always helpful friendly professional. 24/7 peace of mind knowing that mom has someone to help her say or night.
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.
Whitehall Manor opened its doors to its first residents in Fall 1998. Our local owners are personally committed to providing the quality of care that is surpassed in the industry. Our organized healthcare service team brings to you many years of experience in all aspects of healthcare and...
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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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32 reviews
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The environment was excellent for my brother-in-law. Socialized with other residents and he had no complaints with his respite there. His only comment was the food was good and he needed to go home as he was...
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.
Walnut Woods of Boyertown provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. You'll love Boyertown's small-town charm and natural beauty while enjoying all the big-city conveniences we have to offer. We're just minutes away from shopping, churches, restaurants and...
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It has been wonderful. The staff is great and so easy to work with. Mom is really happy and her apartment is beautiful! I didn't know that she had already toured the facility and was looking at their...
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.
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Our Aunt has been at Evans Retirement Center for going on 2 years. It’s a small facility with a very cozy vibe. The owners ([name removed] & [name removed] ) and staff at Evans know my Aunt very well. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Fleetwood, PA is the Evans Retirement Center whom has proudly served the Berks/Lehigh Counties since 1984. Our home is owned and operated by two generations of the Evans family. We are known for our small homelike and family like atmosphere. And we know how to...
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Since moving my Dad to Country Meadows of Allentown, we have seen his health improve through their kind and compassionate care. The Connections Memory Support area focuses on comprehensive care and...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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 Buehrle Center is a senior living community centrally located in Topton, PA amongst the rolling hills of northeastern Berks County. Our vibrant community is close to both Allentown and Reading and just an easy drive to Philadelphia or New York City. With five colleges in the region and many...
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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.
Turn Retirement Dreams into a RealityLocated in heart of Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley is a community filled with activity and connections, providing countless ways to lead a healthy, fulfilling lifestyle. Life at our community offers generous opportunities to enjoy friendships, improve your...
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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.
Welcome to Chestnut Ridge at Rodale! Cultivated by Phoebe, this 60+ retirement community in Emmaus combines luxury and optimal wellness with Phoebe’s long-standing legacy of serving seniors.Through innovation and imagination, this wellness-focused lifestyle community offers spacious and open...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Hancock, PA

The average cost of senior living in Hancock is $4,054 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Catasauqua, PA with an average of $3,595 per month.

Independent living costs in Hancock, PA, vs. nearby cities

Hancock, PA
$4,054/mo
$4,054/mo
$3,937/mo

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

Hancock, PA
$4,054/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Hancock, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,628/mo
Independent Living
$4,054/mo

Independent living costs in Hancock, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,095/mo
Studio
$4,061/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,465/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,139/mo

Senior living costs in Hancock 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: Hancock, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHancock, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,054/mo$4,354/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,610/mo$4,440/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,628/mo$5,441/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Hancock, PA:$4,054/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,354/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Hancock, PA:$4,610/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Hancock, PA:$5,628/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,441/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Hancock, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hancock 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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Independent living cost trends in Hancock, PA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hancock 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
Hancock, PA$3,028/mo$3,054/mo-0.9%
Pennsylvania$3,283/mo$3,102/mo+5.8%
National$3,166/mo$3,029/mo+4.5%
Hancock, PA
2024 average cost:$3,028/mo
2023 average cost:$3,054/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,283/mo
2023 average cost:$3,102/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,166/mo
2023 average cost:$3,029/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hancock

Recent reviews for independent living in Hancock

The Heritage of Green Hills in Shillington, PA

5.0
Our loved one has since passed but she had moved into The Heritage of Green Hills which is a new facility that looks like a 4-star hotel. There were lots of different events, nice and friendly staff and better help.

Country Meadows of Allentown

5.0
I’m so happy we’ve found a home away from home for my mother. She loves the care, activities, and atmosphere at Country Meadows. Each resident and their family members are treated like family. The creative programming focuses on the diversity of their clientele. Thanks for everything.

The Highlands At Wyomissing a CCRC

4.4
Overall at least a four. I'd give them a five for cleanliness. They've just done an extensive remodel. I couldn't say much more, I just moved in a couple of weeks ago. I've been in pool exercises twice a week, which is what I was looking for. They have a very good system for taking us ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly community. Numerous reviews mention the warm and inviting atmosphere at the communities. At Traditions of Hanover, residents and their families speak highly of the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the sense of community among residents. Many mention the ease of making friends and feeling at home.
Varied activities for residents. Communities offer a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. At Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, residents participate in activities such as games, puzzles, and movies, while others enjoy socializing and staying active with outings and fitness classes. ...
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Supportive and caring staff. Staff members are praised for their compassionate and caring nature. At Traditions of Hanover, staff members go above and beyond to make sure residents and their families feel supported, while at Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, the staff is described as knowledgeable and ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities. At Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, the apartment is praised for its spaciousness and brightness, while at Traditions of Hanover, the landscaping and walking paths are mentioned as beautiful and well-maintaine ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Meals are a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At Traditions of Hanover, residents enjoy the tasty meals and the option to cook in their own kitchens, while at Holiday Walnut Woods, the staff is accommodating to dietary restrictions and preferences.
Peace of mind for families. Families appreciate the peace of mind that comes with knowing their loved ones are well cared for. At Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, families are happy with the on-site medical appointments and the ease of arranging transportation. At Traditions of Hanover, they are comf ...
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Hancock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hancock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hancock, 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 Hancock 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 Hancock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hancock, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
70%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hancock 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 Hancock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hancock, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
70%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
70%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hancock 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 Hancock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hancock, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
60%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
80%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
46.4%
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