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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lima, PA

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The cost of independent living in Lima is about $4,445 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 23 options. Read 506 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 Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line a CCRC
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.6
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33 reviews
9.6
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33 reviews
5 star
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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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1414 Floor plans available
9.7
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59 reviews
9.7
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59 reviews
5 star
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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
9.7
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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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55 Floor plans available
9.5
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52 reviews
9.5
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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.
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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9.5
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30 reviews
9.5
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30 reviews
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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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9.0
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116 reviews
9.0
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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.
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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8.6
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8.6
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I like that the community is small and not intimidating to my mom. I wish they did more stimulating activities. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 are excited to share Impressions Memory Care at Bryn Mawr Village Senior Living Community with you and thank you for your interest!Our community is in an excellent location surrounded by well-established communities, where so many of our group know of each other or find they are meeting a new...
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1010 Photos available
8.5
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28 reviews
8.5
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28 reviews
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Inquirer about the food menu for at least a week Apartment sizes and amenities offered are great Nice friendly place to live Highly recommend
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.
We believe that Ivy Creek Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Ivy Creek, our management teams live on-site...
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8.5
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10 reviews
8.5
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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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Photo of The Quadrangle
1919 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.5
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37 reviews
8.5
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37 reviews
5 star
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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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Photo of Wellington at Hershey's Mill
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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8.4
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31 reviews
8.4
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31 reviews
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Outstanding features include no buy-in, initial fee discounts for Veterans, ability to move out with a month's notice, garage parking and storage lockers, referral benefit to current and incoming resident....
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.
Independent Living for Active SeniorsWellington at Hershey's Mill in West Chester, PA is an independent living residential community for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free...
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55 Floor plans available
8.0
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12 reviews
8.0
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12 reviews
5 star
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5 stars for all questions! Plush Mills is a small facility. Everyone seems to know each other, this being staff included. The dining room with tables for 4 encourages meeting new people without being...
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.
Plush Mills is a great place to live the good life. Big enough to count on. Small enough to care. With only 124 independent living apartments and 34 personalized care suites, Plush Mills is just the right size — large enough to offer a full range of services, yet small enough to provide truly...
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7.9
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7.9
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Lovely facility. Public ares, the rooms, everything is clean and well maintained. To paraphrase, it is the place “where everyone knows your name.” From the smiling concierge as you first arrive, to the Nurse...
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 are locally owned and operated by SageLife. Our founders were pioneers in senior living; they helped define the companies that have defined the industry.Sage’s mission is to create the best home for each member of the SageLife family every day by encouraging, empowering, and celebrating...
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55 Floor plans available
7.5
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15 reviews
7.5
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5 star
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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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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.
Dunwoody Village is a continuing care retirement community located on 83 acres in Newton Square, PA. Founded in 1924, Dunwoody has always been a community where excellent healthcare is a priority. We expanded our assisted living accommodations to meet the growing needs of seniors who require...

Cost of independent living in Lima, PA

The average cost of senior living in Lima is $4,445 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Malvern, PA with an average of $4,423 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lima, PA vs. nearby cities

Lima, PA
$4,445/mo
$4,504/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lima, PA vs. the state and national average

Lima, PA
$4,445/mo
U.S. national average
$4,065/mo

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

$6,077/mo
Independent Living
$4,445/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lima, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,649/mo
Studio
$5,370/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,596/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,523/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lima over time

Lima, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Lima

Recent reviews for independent living in Lima

Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
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The Residences at Manatawny Village in Pottstown, PA

5.0
They did a good job catering to his food preferences, the staff was super friendly and super with him, care was outstanding. We would most definitely recommend this community to other families.

Sunrise of Abington

4.8
The staff is always accommodating, patient and kind. Their security is there 24/7. They are always on post and pleasant to speak with. The entertainment is well organized and fun for the entire family. The food is good.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the warm and inviting atmosphere at their community, with friendly residents and staff. At Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, Bonnie shares her positive experience of making many friends and finding joy in the community's games and activities. In contrast, at Wesley Enhanced ...
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Beautiful surroundings and convenient location. Several reviews highlight the benefits of living in a community surrounded by beautiful green spaces and convenient amenities. For example, at Bellingham at West Chester, residents enjoy the nearby hiking trails and the facility's good location in a beautiful area.
High-quality dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the dining experiences stands out as a significant factor for residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, residents appreciate the variety of activities and the good food, while at Wesley Enhanced Living Main L ...
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Active community with a variety of activities. Reviews show that residents value having a wide range of activities to choose from at their community. For instance, at Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, residents engage in fun activities like bingo and games, while at Forwood Manor, the variety of resident-run programs adds to the vibrant atm ...
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Professional and helpful staff. Families appreciate the helpful and professional attitude of the staff at their community. At Ivy Creek Gracious Retirement Living, the kind and supportive staff go above and beyond to provide excellent care, and at Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line a CCRC, residents praise the staff's friend ...
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Modern and well-maintained facilities. Some reviews mention the importance of living in a clean, modern, and well-maintained community. At Wellington at Hershey's Mill, residents are impressed by the updated facilities and the management's commitment to maintaining a beautiful living environment.
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Lima independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lima independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lima, 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 Lima 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 Lima partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lima, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
73.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
73.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lima 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 Lima communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lima, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
86.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lima 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 Lima offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lima, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
93.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
93.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
73.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
73.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
93.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
93.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
80%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
93.3%
45.7%
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Azalea at Cinnaminson, Merrill Gardens at West Chester and Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lima, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 23 independent living facilities near Lima, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lima, Pennsylvania are Merrill Gardens at West Chester, Fountain View at Logan Square and Atria Lafayette Hill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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