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7 Best Independent Living Communities in New Freedom, PA

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The cost of independent living in New Freedom is about $4,322 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 149 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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77 Floor plans available
9.7
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127 reviews
9.7
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127 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
28%
3 star
7%
2 star
3%
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8%
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I watched the interaction between the staff and the residents and was impressed on how well they interacted. When I walked in the main entrance, the aroma of the meals made me hungry. The events coordinator...
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.
Since 1986 Senior Commons at Powder Mill has been recognized as York, Pennsylvania's premier provider of assisted-living residences, independent-living apartments and secure dementia care. Managed by Heritage Senior Living, Senior Commons at Powder Mill is committed to providing the highest level...
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1414 Photos available
9.5
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12 reviews
9.5
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12 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
25%
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0%
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0%
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I live in Florida, so I have been unable to be there in person. I hope to be in Pa soon. Mom has told me that everyone is very nice and helpful. She has been playing bingo. She was not eating very well on...
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.
The Residence at Fitz Farm is situated on an historic site in the White Rose City that opened in 2023. Filled with the storied history of the area, the community is a place where residents can celebrate their individual histories and forge new bonds. It's a place where families and friends can...
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9.4
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10 reviews
9.4
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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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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.
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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Cost of independent living in New Freedom, PA

The average cost of senior living in New Freedom is $4,322 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dallastown, PA with an average of $3,839 per month.

Independent living costs in New Freedom, PA, vs. nearby cities

New Freedom, PA
$4,322/mo
$4,118/mo
$4,477/mo

Independent living costs in New Freedom, PA, vs. state and national averages

New Freedom, PA
$4,322/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in New Freedom, PA, vs. other senior living options

$6,214/mo
Independent Living
$4,322/mo

Independent living costs in New Freedom, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,167/mo
Studio
$5,520/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,608/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,050/mo

Senior living costs in New Freedom 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: New Freedom, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNew Freedom, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,322/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,904/mo$4,440/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$6,214/mo$5,443/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
New Freedom, PA:$4,322/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
New Freedom, PA:$4,904/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
New Freedom, PA:$6,214/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in New Freedom, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in New Freedom 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
New Freedom, PA$4,130/mo$3,812/mo+8.4%
Pennsylvania$2,947/mo$2,800/mo+5.3%
National$2,813/mo$2,777/mo+1.3%
New Freedom, PA
2024 average cost:$4,130/mo
2023 average cost:$3,812/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$2,947/mo
2023 average cost:$2,800/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,813/mo
2023 average cost:$2,777/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
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What families are saying about independent living in New Freedom

Recent reviews for independent living in New Freedom

Brightview Avondell in Bel Air, MD

5.0
My mother has been there just about a month now, and they're excellent. The personalized attention my mother gets makes her feel like she's on a cruise ship that hasn't left the dock. Every single member of the staff is exceptional. Avondell has 25 assisted living beds and I think about ...
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Pickersgill Retirement Community in Towson, MD

5.0
We visited a lot of assisted living communities in the area and found Pickersgill Retirement Community to be the best by far! We immediately felt the environment to be a safe place for our grandmother. Everyone there makes it a point to be kind and compassionate to all the residents. The ...
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North Oaks, a CCRC in Baltimore, MD

5.0
I was immediately impressed with North Oaks Retirement Community. They offer many options for residents from almost independent to constant supervision. The community provides a number of "apartments" where couples can live that offer the conveniences of apartment living with the full care of ...
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New Freedom independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Freedom independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Freedom, 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 New Freedom 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 New Freedom partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
New Freedom, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in New Freedom 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 New Freedom communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
New Freedom, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Freedom 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 New Freedom offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
New Freedom, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Senior Commons at Powder Mill, The Residence at Fitz Farm and Country Meadows of York - South are the top-rated independent living facilities near New Freedom, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 7 independent living facilities near New Freedom, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in New Freedom, Pennsylvania is Senior Commons at Powder Mill. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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