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The cost of independent living in Natrona Heights is about $3,605 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 31 options. Read 151 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.
The Gardens of Lincoln Court welcomes you to a lifestyle that is engaging, comfortable and secure. Our family owned and operated community is just the right size to create a sense of neighborhood, while offering a wide range of services that give you the freedom to focus on the life you enjoy. ...
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Everyone at Melody Manor has been great. How they work with my dad and take a personal interest has made a very difficult thing to do, a little easier. Melody Manor is very clean.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Melody Manor Personal Care Home was started 27 years ago and has been family owned and operated since then. We are a 43 bed facility offering semi-private and private rooms. Each room is decorated in a style that offers warmth and comfort. We have trained and qualified staff members that work...
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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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Cost of independent living in Natrona Heights, PA

The average cost of senior living in Natrona Heights is $3,605 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ford Cliff, PA with an average of $2,808 per month.

Independent living costs in Natrona Heights, PA, vs. nearby cities

Natrona Heights, PA
$3,605/mo
$3,626/mo

Independent living costs in Natrona Heights, PA, vs. state and national averages

Natrona Heights, PA
$3,605/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Natrona Heights, PA, vs. other senior living options

$4,934/mo
Independent Living
$3,605/mo

Independent living costs in Natrona Heights, PA, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,839/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,929/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,218/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,250/mo

Senior living costs in Natrona Heights 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: Natrona Heights, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNatrona Heights, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,605/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,691/mo$4,440/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$4,934/mo$5,443/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Natrona Heights, PA:$3,605/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Natrona Heights, PA:$3,691/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Natrona Heights, PA:$4,934/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Natrona Heights, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Natrona Heights 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
Natrona Heights, PA$3,575/mo$3,244/mo+10.2%
Pennsylvania$3,283/mo$3,119/mo+5.3%
National$3,166/mo$3,044/mo+4.0%
Natrona Heights, PA
2024 average cost:$3,575/mo
2023 average cost:$3,244/mo
Percent change:+10.2%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,283/mo
2023 average cost:$3,119/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,166/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Natrona Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Natrona Heights

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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Concordia of Monroeville

4.6
My aunt has been a resident of Concordia for two years. I would like to commend the staff for the excellent care she has been given especially during these trying time with all the Covid-19 restrictions. The staff has always responded to my questions and concerns in a timely manner. They are ...
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Terrace Place at Vincentian in Allison Park, PA

5.0
When trying to find a place for my mother the search was a bit of a downer and all of the places we found just seemed dark and depressing. Until we visited Vicentian Terrace Place. It was bright and just seem more upbeat than anywhere we had been. The apartments were beautiful and the staff was ...
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Natrona Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Natrona Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Natrona Heights, 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 Natrona Heights 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 Natrona Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Natrona Heights, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Natrona Heights 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 Natrona Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Natrona Heights, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
17.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Natrona Heights 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 Natrona Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Natrona Heights, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
32.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
10.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.4%
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The Commons at Stonebrook Village, Ashton Commons and Harmony at Harts Run are the top-rated independent living facilities near Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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