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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Northwood, PA
The cost of independent living in Northwood is about $4,854 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 43 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as State College, Altoona and Boalsburg.
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Overall experience. 4 for assisted living, 2 for skilled nursing. Juniper's skilled nursing facility is in need of a major cosmetic overhaul. It is very dark and dingy, compared to the assisted living...
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.
Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living is a senior living community located in State Collage, PA. State College is a municipality located in Centre County and home to about 42,000 people in a bustling college town that's a mix of University of Pennsylvania students and local residents. Ranked...
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: 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.
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, 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: 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
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: 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: 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
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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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The staff are the best asset of the Fairways! ([Name removed], P.A. really gets end of life care!) Need more help (aides) in the evening. Enjoy their events, gives us a chance to spend unique quality time w/...
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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Cost of independent living in Northwood, PA
The average cost of senior living in Northwood is $4,854 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bellwood, PA with an average of $1,658 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Northwood, PA vs. nearby cities
Northwood, PA
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Northwood, PA vs. the state and national average
Northwood, PA
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Northwood vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Northwood, PA by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Northwood over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Northwood
Recent reviews for independent living in Northwood
Brookline Village-The Fairways in State College, PA
5.0
Mom has thrived at Juniper. She has met so many wonderful people and feels at home here. The staff makes residents and families feel loved and welcomed. We cannot say how much we appreciate what everyone does from those who make the place clean & neat to management to all who provide care.
Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living in State College, PA
5.0
Nursing staff is excellent! Can ask for help if you need it! Housekeepers help keep your room clean and fresh towels and your laundry (on Monday) kitchen help makes good meals. Can have something made to order. Connections dept has many good activities, grocery bus 2pm Tuesday.
Northwood independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Northwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Northwood, 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 Northwood 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 Northwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Northwood, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
7.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.1%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Northwood 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 Northwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Northwood, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.1%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Northwood 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 Northwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Northwood, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
7.1%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
7.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
7.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
7.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
7.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
7.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
7.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
7.1%
45.8%
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Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living, Graystone Court and Pennsylvania House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Northwood, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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