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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mc Gillstown, PA

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The cost of independent living in Mc Gillstown is about $3,773 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 87 options.

Read 1651 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Harrisburg, Hershey and Lebanon.

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Photo of EverTrue Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village
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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.
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village is a senior living community located in Lewisburg, PA. Lewisburg is located in Union County and is home to about 5,600 people. Lewisburg is a quaint town with local shops and stores where residents can walk around and shop, pay their bills, go out for lunch and to...
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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, 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.
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.
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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Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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.
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.
Imagine Living amidst 350 wooded country acres……in a community that can comfortably address your needs for the rest of your life…in a setting unlike any other you’ve ever seen.Welcome to Green Ridge Village, a continuing care retirement community offering independent and assisted living as well...
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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Overall things have gone very well with The Laurels. They really impressed us during the tour, their presentation was excellent. The staff have all been very friendly and helpful and we had no problems at...
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.
The Laurels Senior Living CommunityThe Laurels Senior Living Community is a senior living community located in Hazleton, PA, in Luzerne County. Hazleton is a small city with about 25,000 people. Residents will enjoy scenic city views and plenty of exercise with lots of parks, stores, shops and...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Mc Gillstown, PA

The average cost of senior living in Mc Gillstown is $3,773 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harrisburg, PA with an average of $3,018 per month.

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

Mc Gillstown, PA
$3,773/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Mc Gillstown, PA, vs. other senior living options

$7,430/mo
Independent Living
$3,773/mo

Independent living costs in Mc Gillstown, PA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,093/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,668/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,568/mo

Senior living costs in Mc Gillstown 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: Mc Gillstown, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMc Gillstown, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,773/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,553/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,430/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Mc Gillstown, PA:$3,773/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Mc Gillstown, PA:$5,553/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Mc Gillstown, PA:$7,430/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Mc Gillstown, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mc Gillstown 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 average 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
Mc Gillstown, PA$3,457/mo$3,378/mo+2.4%
Pennsylvania$3,465/mo$3,342/mo+3.7%
National$3,323/mo$3,243/mo+2.5%
Mc Gillstown, PA
2024 average cost:$3,457/mo
2023 average cost:$3,378/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,465/mo
2023 average cost:$3,342/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,323/mo
2023 average cost:$3,243/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Mc Gillstown

Recent reviews for independent living in Mc Gillstown

Harrison House Chester County in Coatesville, PA

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 Terraces at Capitol Village in Harrisburg, PA

5.0
I lived in another community, then needed some rehab. I had a terrible experience where I was before. So coming here I was scared. It has been the very best thing that has ever happened. I am respected and cared for very well. Just wonderful!

The Woods At Cedar Run in Camp Hill, PA

4.0
The Woods at Cedar Run is a very nice place. The staff are so knowledgeable and friendly and they genuinely care about the residents. They all know me by name. In the dining room they keep track on whether you are there or not. If you do not show up, they will call and check on you. They have on ...
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Mc Gillstown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Gillstown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Gillstown, 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 Mc Gillstown 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 Mc Gillstown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mc Gillstown, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.7%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.4%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Gillstown 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 Mc Gillstown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Gillstown, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
32.2%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Gillstown 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 Mc Gillstown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mc Gillstown, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.4%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.9%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
23%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.2%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.8%
47.6%
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Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and Juniper Village at Lebanon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mc Gillstown, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 87 independent living facilities near Mc Gillstown, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mc Gillstown, Pennsylvania are Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and Juniper Village at Lebanon. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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