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The cost of independent living in Mount Aetna is about $4,139 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 125 options. Read 2332 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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From the perspective of the caregiver, Country Meadows South was a God send. I moved my 93 year old mother to PA from CA. Needless to say the move was highly stressful. It took the moving company three...
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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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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My father has been in many facilities over the past year, some where more intense care giving but still had living sections attached for when he was able to move . Country meadows was hands down the top...
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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It's been a week-and-a-half and things are going much better at Country Meadows than they were in another facility. The Sales Director and Memory Care Director were fantastic in helping with my parents'...
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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My sister is doing very well at Ephrata Manor. They have worked miracles with my sister. Occupational therapy, physical therapy, church, they supply all room supplies. Real food. Snacks, beverages throughout...
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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It starts with the friendly staff and a clean facility. Country Meadows serves tasty food and provides several choices, A variety of activities and exercise programs are available each day, including...
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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After careful consideration and much prayer, we felt like God lead us to Transitions, and we have been very satisfied with our Mom’s care. She enjoys the activities and raves about [name removed] who...
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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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: 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: 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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Luther Ridge has provided my mom with the most amazing care and attention. She is thriving here-- a changed person. My only regret is that we didn't get her in sooner. I am deeply appreciative of all of...
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.
Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill is a senior living community located in Pottsville, PA, in Schuylkill County and home to just over 14,000 people. Pottsville is a fun, small city with mountain views, and lots of small stores and restaurants. Residents will enjoy going for nature walks, getting out to...
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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.
Renaissance Home Pinebrook is a senior living community located in Orwigsburg, PA, in Schuylkill County and is home to just over 3,000 people. Residents can enjoy nature walks, small town living, getting out for daily exercise, or relaxing in our comfortable community.
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Great fit for my Dad. His income is in the lower range, and it was challenging trying to find a nice place that met his financial requirements. The manager goes above and beyond to assist the residents...
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.
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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.
Photo of The Long Community At Highland
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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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.
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, 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.
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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.
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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.
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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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.
Overlook Ridge is a small community on the campus of Mt. View, A Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. With a warm residential atmosphere, Overlook Ridge provides a range of services that promotes a balance of independence and assistance to make you comfortable. Each apartment has a tea kitchen,...
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Mount Aetna, PA

The average cost of senior living in Mount Aetna is $4,139 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tremont, PA with an average of $2,382 per month.

Independent living costs in Mount Aetna, PA, vs. nearby cities

Mount Aetna, PA
$4,139/mo
$4,158/mo

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

Mount Aetna, PA
$4,139/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Aetna, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,647/mo
Independent Living
$4,139/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Aetna, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,758/mo
Studio
$4,828/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,954/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,676/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,623/mo

Senior living costs in Mount Aetna 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: Mount Aetna, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMount Aetna, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,139/mo$4,354/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$4,640/mo$4,441/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,647/mo$5,443/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Mount Aetna, PA:$4,139/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,354/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Mount Aetna, PA:$4,640/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Mount Aetna, PA:$5,647/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Mount Aetna, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mount Aetna 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
Mount Aetna, PA$3,265/mo$3,210/mo+1.7%
Pennsylvania$3,336/mo$3,283/mo+1.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Mount Aetna, PA
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,210/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,336/mo
2023 average cost:$3,283/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Mount Aetna

Recent reviews for independent living in Mount Aetna

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and friendly staff. Several reviews mention the warm and welcoming nature of the staff at their community. At Keystone Villa at Ephrata, the admissions staff was helpful in answering questions, and the nursing staff are described as knowledgeable and caring for residents. At Arbour Square, housekeeping and laun ...
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Variety of activities for socialization. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at their communities. At Arbour Square, there are crafts, card games, movies, and religious services, while at Keystone Villa at Ephrata, residents participate in painting and writing clubs, gardening, and exercise classes. The ...
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Clean and updated living spaces. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. Residents of Simpson at Jenner's Pond, a CCRC mention the updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in the library, while at Riverton Enhanced Senior Living, the staff ha ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Families appreciate the frequent and detailed conversations that community staff members have with them and their loved ones to keep everyone informed and address concerns. At Merrill Gardens at West Chester, the staff sets regular meetings with residents and their families, both in person and ...
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Individualized care and accommodations. Several reviews highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at Eagleview Landing, the staff made quick and thoughtful adjustments to help make the moving process easier for residents and their families.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At , the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, while at Heatherwood Retirement Community, the meals are described as delicious and the staff goes ...
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Mount Aetna independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Aetna independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Aetna, 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 Mount Aetna 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 Mount Aetna partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Aetna 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 Mount Aetna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mount Aetna, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Aetna 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 Mount Aetna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mount Aetna, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
50.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.8%
46.4%
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Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Arbour Square and Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mount Aetna, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 125 independent living facilities near Mount Aetna, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mount Aetna, Pennsylvania are Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Arbour Square and Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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