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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Oakland, PA

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The cost of independent living in North Oakland is about $3,378 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 84 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 Ridgecrest at Cranberry Woods
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2424 Floor plans available
9.0
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Very happy with the choice. Very friendly and personable staff, from front desk to front office to meal staff to cleaning staff. Food is varied and tasty. Wide variety of available activities. Shuttle...
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.
Life at Ridgecrest at Cranberry Woods is vibrant and active, just like you. Even better, you can find a senior living solution that suits your unique preferences and needs right here in our beautiful and modern residence. Ridgecrest at Cranberry Woods offers three senior living solutions for...
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The staff all seem to be very kind, especially maintenance, I believe her name is [name removed], so helpful and kind. I've only met one housekeeper, I believe his name is [name removed], sweetest and...
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 100 years, St. John Communityhas helped seniors thrive spiritually, emotionally,intellectually and physically. Through our vibrantcontinuing care community, our goal is to help you live life to the fullest—with the respect, love and the compassion you deserve.Explore what this...
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Province of Wexford is a wonderful place. Mom has been there a year now. The staff is so caring. They treat mom like a queen. The place is super clean. I'm so happy with our discussion to place her there. We...
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.
Welcome to The Province of Wexford, a senior living residence created to give you the opportunity to learn, grow, and indulge your interests every day. The Province of Wexford offers three senior living solutions to meet the needs and preferences of residents: independent living, assisted living,...
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Photo of Shelbourne Personal Care
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6.0
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11 reviews
6.0
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My loved one is currently a resident at Shelbourne Personal Care and the overall experience at this facility has been very good. My loved one seems to like the staff and also enjoys the activities, but does...
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.
Shelbourne Personal Care provides the highest level of quality care to our residents in a relaxed, home-like environment. Our staff is always available 24-hours a day to assist with any needs that your loved one might have. At Shelbourne Personal Care, our team of professional staff works around...
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The dining room is clean. If you need to place your loved one in a place, this is worth the money. My loved one is in a private room, the staff take care of the meals, my loved's one laundry, and...
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.
Country Manor Assisted living is situated in the borough on the east bank of the Allegheny River, in beautiful Kittanning, Pennsylvania. Our Senior community is second to none at providing the best quality care for your loved one. Here at Country Manor we recognize the importance and emotions...
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: 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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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...
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, 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.
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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, 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, 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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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 North Oakland, PA

The average cost of senior living in North Oakland is $3,378 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Worthington, PA with an average of $2,391 per month.

Independent living costs in North Oakland, PA, vs. nearby cities

North Oakland, PA
$3,378/mo
$2,486/mo

Independent living costs in North Oakland, PA, vs. state and national averages

North Oakland, PA
$3,378/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in North Oakland, PA, vs. other senior living options

$4,927/mo
Independent Living
$3,378/mo

Independent living costs in North Oakland, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,795/mo
Studio
$5,977/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,421/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,849/mo

Senior living costs in North Oakland 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: North Oakland, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Oakland, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,378/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,221/mo$4,440/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$4,927/mo$5,443/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
North Oakland, PA:$3,378/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
North Oakland, PA:$3,221/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
North Oakland, PA:$4,927/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in North Oakland

Recent reviews for independent living in North Oakland

Shelbourne Personal Care in Butler, PA

5.0
We chose this community for both of my parents.It's very clean and we liked the layout of the room.It's also less expensive than other communities in the area. My mother was very resistant about moving but is now transitioning very well. She is participating in the activities the community ...
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The Province of Wexford in Warrendale, PA

5.0
I would highly recommend for people to go to The Waters at Wexford, per all my ratings above. They have good people who work there. They know what they're doing, and everyone is friendly. They take good care of my loved one, and everything is going well.

Ridgecrest at Cranberry Woods in Cranberry Township, PA

3.5
The staff are well qualified and perform well at their position. Some staff are not as friendly as most others are, and are willing to help when needed. Staffing is a problem in some areas, as what seems to be a common problem with many companies .

North Oakland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Oakland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Oakland, 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 North Oakland 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 North Oakland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Oakland, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in North Oakland 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 North Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Oakland, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Oakland 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 North Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Oakland, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
12.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
46.4%
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