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The cost of independent living in Parks is about $2,963 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 90 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: 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
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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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This place is wonderful. The staff a is helpful and kind. The facility is always clean and a great effort is made to make sure the residents are happy and well cared for. The food is amazing and the staff...
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.
Welcome to Nature Park Commons.  Nature Park Commons is situated on four private wooded acres next to a nature park with walking trails. Nature Park Commons offers seasonal beauty, combined with a convenient location.  Malls, restaurants, bookstores and more, are within walking...
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.
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: 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.
Find out for yourself why more people are choosing to live at Redstone Highlands! Redstone Highlands has been providing quality living options to individuals, age 55 and better since 1980.  As a non-profit organization, Redstone Highlands makes a commitment to meet resident needs now...
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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.
Home - Our Services - Residential Services Weinberg Terrace Weinberg Terrace is a wonderful place to call home. Our beautiful residence offers comfortable apartments and elegant common areas, warm, friendly staff, individually tailored personal care services, and three delicious kosher meals each...
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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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Cost of independent living in Parks, PA

The average cost of senior living in Parks is $2,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Worthington, PA with an average of $2,626 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Parks, PA vs. nearby cities

Parks, PA
$2,963/mo
$3,155/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Parks, PA vs. the state and national average

Parks, PA
$2,963/mo
U.S. national average
$4,356/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Parks vs. other types of senior living

$4,298/mo
Independent Living
$2,963/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Parks, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,300/mo
Studio
$4,166/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,352/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,661/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Parks over time

Parks, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Parks

Recent reviews for independent living in Parks

St John Community, a CCRC in Mars, PA

5.0
The people who live there are warm and welcoming and the staff goes out of their way to help the residents. The apartments are spacious, well maintained and have full kitchens. Highly recommend this community.

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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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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Parks independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Parks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Parks, 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 Parks 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 Parks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Parks, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.9%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
17.6%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Parks 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 Parks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Parks, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
42%
Room service
Room service
5.9%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Parks 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 Parks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Parks, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
20.6%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.8%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.4%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.9%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.6%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
26.5%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
8.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.7%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.5%
45.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

St John Community, a CCRC, Terrace Place at Vincentian and Maple Valley Personal Care Home are the top-rated independent living facilities near Parks, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 37 independent living facilities near Parks, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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