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The cost of independent living in Mc Donald is about $3,979 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 161 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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I would recommend Chartiers Bend Retirement Resort to others. The staff is amazing. The move in process was just as easy as a regular apartment. For Independent Living, it's exactly what I expect....
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.
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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She's getting good care here but it's extremely expensive. I wish it didn't cost so much and it's hard to watch her money disappearing with each monthly payment.
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 Tapestry Senior Living Moon Township
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The facility is great. Open and bright and welcoming. Her little apartment is perfect size for her. The staff is friendly. They greet her by name, and they are attentive. We have more pros than cons. Plus,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
AT MOON TOWNSHIP, IT’S ALL ABOUT YOUTapestry Senior Living knows that you are a unique person with a rich story. You have particular wants and needs — that doesn’t change whether you live in a house, memory care neighborhood, assisted living apartment, treehouse or igloo. The great news for...
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8.3
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We love the staff there, they have been wonderful, especially [name removed]. The facilities are clean and well managed. The residents seem friendly and welcoming at Bethel Park.
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.
Bethel Park provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Situated on lovely grounds in a charming suburb of Pittsburgh, you'll appreciate the scenic beauty of our facilities while appreciating the close proximity to one of the nation's most remarkable cities. Enjoy the...
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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: 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.
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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Harmony at Diamond Ridge is a beautiful new community with outstanding amenities, activities, and caring professionals. I personally toured nine facilities, looking for a place that I thought was ideal for...
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: 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.
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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
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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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.
For more than a century, Asbury Heights has been a leading continuing care retirement community with a focus on improving the lives of older adults in southwestern Pennsylvania. Through its Living Well at Asbury initiative, older adults receive the benefits of evidence-based practices combined...
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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.
Ridgecrest of McMurray Senior Living & Memory Care is the perfect place to begin your next adventure. This resort-style senior living residence offers you stress-free living in a contemporary environment that is welcoming and warm. Here, you’ll find we’ve paid attention to every detail, creating...
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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.
For more than a century, Asbury Heights has been a leading continuing care retirement community with a focus on improving the lives of older adults in southwestern Pennsylvania. Through its Living Well at Asbury initiative, older adults receive the benefits of evidence-based practices combined...

Cost of independent living in Mc Donald, PA

The average cost of senior living in Mc Donald is $3,979 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Meadowlands, PA with an average of $3,800 per month.

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

Mcdonald, PA
$3,979/mo
$3,931/mo

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

Mcdonald, PA
$3,979/mo
U.S. national average
$4,122/mo

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

$5,048/mo
Independent Living
$3,979/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,720/mo
Studio
$5,738/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,982/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,710/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,183/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Mcdonald over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Mcdonald

Recent reviews for independent living in Mcdonald

The Residence at Bethel Park

5.0
Mom enjoys the wildlife: deer, rabbits, squirrel, chipmunks,etc. It's like being home. Very good food at reasonable price for guests. Custodial staff cleans room 1x per week. Mom very appreciate. No oven or stove in apartment which is good idea. Reduces fire hazard. Wide variety of ...
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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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Mcdonald independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mcdonald independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mcdonald, 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 Mcdonald 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 Mcdonald partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mcdonald, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Mcdonald 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 Mcdonald communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mcdonald, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
58.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
41.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mcdonald 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 Mcdonald offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mcdonald, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
75%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
75%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
46.2%
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The Residence at Bethel Park, Brookdale Mt. Lebanon and Apple Blossom are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mc Donald, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 13 independent living facilities near Mc Donald, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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