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The cost of independent living in Pensyls Mill is about $3,681 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 66 options. Read 628 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, 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
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.
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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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Great fit for my Dad. His income is in the lower range, and it was challenging trying to find a nice place that met his financial requirements. The manager goes above and beyond to assist the residents...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Pensyls Mill, PA

The average cost of senior living in Pensyls Mill is $3,681 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gordon, PA with an average of $2,523 per month.

Independent living costs in Pensyls Mill, PA, vs. nearby cities

Pensyls Mill, PA
$3,681/mo
$3,664/mo

Independent living costs in Pensyls Mill, PA, vs. state and national averages

Pensyls Mill, PA
$3,681/mo
U.S. national average
$4,187/mo

Independent living costs in Pensyls Mill, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,031/mo
Independent Living
$3,681/mo

Independent living costs in Pensyls Mill, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,552/mo
Studio
$4,711/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,939/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,443/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,365/mo

Senior living costs in Pensyls Mill 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: Pensyls Mill, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typePensyls Mill, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,681/mo$4,353/mo$4,187/mo
Assisted Living$4,167/mo$4,441/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,031/mo$5,443/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Pensyls Mill, PA:$3,681/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
Assisted Living
Pensyls Mill, PA:$4,167/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Pensyls Mill, PA:$5,031/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Pensyls Mill, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pensyls Mill 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
Pensyls Mill, PA$2,987/mo$2,880/mo+3.7%
Pennsylvania$3,336/mo$3,283/mo+1.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Pensyls Mill, PA
2024 average cost:$2,987/mo
2023 average cost:$2,880/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,336/mo
2023 average cost:$3,283/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pensyls Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Pensyls Mill

The Terraces at Capitol Village in Harrisburg, PA

5.0
I lived in another community, then needed some rehab. I had a terrible experience where I was before. So coming here I was scared. It has been the very best thing that has ever happened. I am respected and cared for very well. Just wonderful!

The Laurels Senior Living Community in Hazleton, PA

4.8
This is a very nice community, and it is the location we selected for my Mom. I'm familiar with some of the staff and residents, so I knew it would be a good place for her. Everyone is friendly, and it is very clean. I'd like it if they had a bit more coverage for activities, but based on the ...
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The Highlands At Wyomissing a CCRC

4.4
Overall at least a four. I'd give them a five for cleanliness. They've just done an extensive remodel. I couldn't say much more, I just moved in a couple of weeks ago. I've been in pool exercises twice a week, which is what I was looking for. They have a very good system for taking us ...
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Pensyls Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pensyls Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pensyls Mill, 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 Pensyls Mill 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 Pensyls Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pensyls Mill, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
21.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Pensyls Mill 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 Pensyls Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pensyls Mill, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pensyls Mill 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 Pensyls Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pensyls Mill, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
32.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.1%
46.4%
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