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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mount Pocono, PA
The cost of independent living in Mount Pocono is about $5,870 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 74 options. Read 934 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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This small care home is located just outside the town of Factoryville on Route 6 west. It is designed specifically for seniors who require minimal to moderate care. Three meals are provided. Each resident...
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.
Lithia Valley Manor Lithia Valley Manor is a senior care home that is located in the small borough of Factoryville, PA and in Wyoming county. Factoryville is a small borough with less than 1,200 residents in the entire city. The quaint city is home to Keystone College and the Nokomis Forest...
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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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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We were very impressed with Sacred Heart Senior Living by Saucon Creek. They took exceptional care of my mom while she was there. She was there for a short respite stay, and we couldn't have been more...
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.
The true success of our community is measured through lifestyles enriched, not changed.... Nestled quietly in rural Saucon Valley, Sacred Heart Senior Living by Saucon Creek promises quality care that assures personal purpose and peace of mind. Located minutes from the Saucon Valley Country Club...
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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.
Welcome to Chestnut Ridge at Rodale! Cultivated by Phoebe, this 60+ retirement community in Emmaus combines luxury and optimal wellness with Phoebe’s long-standing legacy of serving seniors.Through innovation and imagination, this wellness-focused lifestyle community offers spacious and open...
Provides: 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.
The Buehrle Center is a senior living community centrally located in Topton, PA amongst the rolling hills of northeastern Berks County. Our vibrant community is close to both Allentown and Reading and just an easy drive to Philadelphia or New York City. With five colleges in the region and many...
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, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Saint Francis Residential Community, a non profit, senior living community, located in Denville, NJ in the heart of Morris County, provides comfortable, safe and affordable living that is free from worry. We recently celebrated our 125th year. We offer living with assistance. Medication...
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My wife and I are very happy at this community. The staff are exceptionally friendly. The food tastes good and there is a good variety of choices. We have a nice apartment and a lot of friendly neighbors....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Franciscan Oaks is a life care retirement community located in the gentle rolling hills of Morris County, and just a short walk from the delightful town of Denville. The nearby downtown offers specialty stores and boutiques, a multitude of restaurants, along with a charming library and...
Cost of independent living in Mount Pocono, PA
The average cost of senior living in Mount Pocono is $5,870 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Side, PA with an average of $2,799 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Mount Pocono
Recent reviews for independent living in Mount Pocono
Country Meadows of Allentown
5.0
I’m so happy we’ve found a home away from home for my mother. She loves the care, activities, and atmosphere at Country Meadows. Each resident and their family members are treated like family. The creative programming focuses on the diversity of their clientele. Thanks for everything.
Grace Park Seniors Living Well in Stroudsburg, PA
5.0
We were welcomed with open arms. Staff and residents are so friendly and helpful. Moms room is cozy and she has adjusted well.
Great place to keep busy as well.
Dining room has delicious food and the property is very clean and well kept
Merriam Casa Bella in Newton, NJ
5.0
My dad is receiving excellent care and attention, they assist him with all of his daily living, and the food is great. Compared to other facilities, the food is great, for example, pork loin, mashed potatoes, green beans, beef stew, mac and cheese, home made soups, unsweet iced tea, pudding to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and kind nature of the staff and residents in various communities like Traditions of Hanover and Riverton Enhanced Senior Living. Residents enjoy the social atmosphere and feel at home in their new communities.
Varied activities for socializing and engagement. Communities offer a range of activities for residents to participate in, such as musical events and gatherings, fitness classes, and group outings. Families praise the opportunities for socializing and staying active, as mentioned in reviews for Traditions of Hanover and Heath Village.
Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Residents appreciate the attentiveness and care provided by staff members in their communities, allowing them to feel secure and well-cared for. Families often mention the personalized attention and quick responses to concerns in reviews for Traditions of Hanover, Shawnee Ridge, and The Car ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in the communities, with several mentions of well-maintained apartments and common areas in places like Sterling Heights, Whitehall Manor, and Riverton Enhanced Senior Living.
Flexible meal options and nutritious meals. Communities cater to individual dietary needs and preferences, providing delicious and nutritious meal options for residents. Families express their satisfaction with the quality of the food and the accommodations made for specific dietary requirements in reviews for Traditions of Hanover, St ...
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Secure and safe living environments. Residents and families feel reassured by the safety measures in place at the communities, allowing them peace of mind. Reviews mention the sense of security and the presence of safety features like panic buttons in places like The Carlucci Home, Traditions of Hanover, and United Methodist Co ...
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Mount Pocono independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Pocono independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Pocono, 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 Pocono 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 Pocono partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mount Pocono, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
24.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.8%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Pocono 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 Pocono communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mount Pocono, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
19.4%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.8%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Pocono 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 Pocono offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mount Pocono, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
32.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
24.2%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.6%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Traditions of Hanover, Colonial Manor at Panther Valley and Saucon Valley Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 74 independent living facilities near Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania are Traditions of Hanover and Riverton Enhanced Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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