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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Little Kansas, PA

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The cost of independent living in Little Kansas is about $3,874 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 42 options. Read 132 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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Cumberland Crossings is a senior living community located in Carlisle, PA, home to almost 19,000 people in Cumberland County. Home to the U.S. Army Military Heritage Museum, Carlisle is a small borough with row homes and quaint stores where residents can shop, run their errands and bank, or go to...
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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Providence Place has multiple levels of care which is why we went with them. Our loved one is able to be here as his care increases. They also told us if needed, they would be able to get a lift which was...
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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: 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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I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
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.
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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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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: 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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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Little Kansas, PA

The average cost of senior living in Little Kansas is $3,874 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blain, PA with an average of $2,847 per month.

Independent living costs in Little Kansas, PA, vs. nearby cities

Little Kansas, PA
$3,874/mo
$4,214/mo

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

Little Kansas, PA
$3,874/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Little Kansas, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,360/mo
Independent Living
$3,874/mo

Independent living costs in Little Kansas, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,345/mo
Studio
$5,332/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,078/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,769/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Little Kansas 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: Little Kansas, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLittle Kansas, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,874/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$5,669/mo$4,440/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,360/mo$5,443/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Little Kansas, PA:$3,874/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Little Kansas, PA:$5,669/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Little Kansas, PA:$5,360/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Little Kansas, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Little Kansas 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 Little Kansas, PA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Little Kansas 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Little Kansas, PA$3,284/mo$3,739/mo-12.2%
Pennsylvania$3,305/mo$3,183/mo+3.8%
National$3,207/mo$3,144/mo+2.0%
Little Kansas, PA
2024 average cost:$3,284/mo
2023 average cost:$3,739/mo
Percent change:-12.2%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,305/mo
2023 average cost:$3,183/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,207/mo
2023 average cost:$3,144/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Little Kansas

Recent reviews for independent living in Little Kansas

Country Meadows Of West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.9
It was very difficult decision on where to send our Father for care. From my first call to country Meadows, the love and patience that were shown to us, I knew it was a first rate community in the area. Allison in marketing walked us though the admittance process and helped us with ...
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Harmony at West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.6
What I like the most about Harmony at West Shores is the People, food, and parking. Yes I would recommend this community to other families based on my experience

Transitions Healthcare Allens Cove in Duncannon, PA

4.0
Good healthcare and personal care. They need to find more help with their food services and improve their menu.

Little Kansas independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Little Kansas independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Little Kansas, 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 Little Kansas 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 Little Kansas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Little Kansas, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Little Kansas 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 Little Kansas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Little Kansas, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
10.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Little Kansas 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 Little Kansas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Little Kansas, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
18.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
15.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
7.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Harmony at West Shore, Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living and Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road are the top-rated independent living facilities near Little Kansas, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 42 independent living facilities near Little Kansas, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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