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The cost of independent living in Pocono Playhouse is about $5,910 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 88 options. Read 1106 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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The care provided for my loved one at Sacred Heart Senior Living by the Creek has been exceptional. The staff is very friendly and take good care of her needs. The atmosphere is really homey and warm. I have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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: 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: 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
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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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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This small care home is located just outside the town of Factoryville on Route 6 west. It is designed specifically for seniors who require minimal to moderate care. Three meals are provided. Each resident...
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.
Lithia Valley Manor Lithia Valley Manor is a senior care home that is located in the small borough of Factoryville, PA and in Wyoming county. Factoryville is a small borough with less than 1,200 residents in the entire city. The quaint city is home to Keystone College and the Nokomis Forest...
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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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At Fritzingertown Senior Living Center they take really good care of mom. Their communication is outstanding. The staff tell us when anything happens. They have called right away when mom falls. They notify...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Nestled in beautiful Butler Valley, Fritzingertown Senior Living Community offers the finest in Assisted and Independent Living in charming studios and one bedroom suites. Our Evergreen Residence is dedicated to providing a secure and supportive environment for residents with Alzheimer's and...
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Overall things have gone very well with The Laurels. They really impressed us during the tour, their presentation was excellent. The staff have all been very friendly and helpful and we had no problems at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
The Laurels Senior Living CommunityThe Laurels Senior Living Community is a senior living community located in Hazleton, PA, in Luzerne County. Hazleton is a small city with about 25,000 people. Residents will enjoy scenic city views and plenty of exercise with lots of parks, stores, shops and...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Turn Retirement Dreams into a RealityLocated in heart of Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley is a community filled with activity and connections, providing countless ways to lead a healthy, fulfilling lifestyle. Life at our community offers generous opportunities to enjoy friendships, improve your...
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We were very impressed with Sacred Heart Senior Living by Saucon Creek. They took exceptional care of my mom while she was there. She was there for a short respite stay, and we couldn't have been more...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
The true success of our community is measured through lifestyles enriched, not changed.... Nestled quietly in rural Saucon Valley, Sacred Heart Senior Living by Saucon Creek promises quality care that assures personal purpose and peace of mind. Located minutes from the Saucon Valley Country Club...
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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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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: 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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Saint Francis Residential Community, a non profit, senior living community, located in Denville, NJ in the heart of Morris County, provides comfortable, safe and affordable living that is free from worry. We recently celebrated our 125th year. We offer living with assistance. Medication...
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My wife and I are very happy at this community. The staff are exceptionally friendly. The food tastes good and there is a good variety of choices. We have a nice apartment and a lot of friendly neighbors....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Franciscan Oaks is a life care retirement community located in the gentle rolling hills of Morris County, and just a short walk from the delightful town of Denville.  The nearby downtown offers specialty stores and boutiques, a multitude of restaurants, along with a charming library and...
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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.
Welcome to Chestnut Ridge at Rodale! Cultivated by Phoebe, this 60+ retirement community in Emmaus combines luxury and optimal wellness with Phoebe’s long-standing legacy of serving seniors.Through innovation and imagination, this wellness-focused lifestyle community offers spacious and open...
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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, 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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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 Pocono Playhouse, PA

The average cost of senior living in Pocono Playhouse is $5,910 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Side, PA with an average of $2,813 per month.

Independent living costs in Pocono Playhouse, PA, vs. nearby cities

Pocono Playhouse, PA
$5,910/mo

Independent living costs in Pocono Playhouse, PA, vs. state and national averages

Pocono Playhouse, PA
$5,910/mo
U.S. national average
$4,208/mo

Independent living costs in Pocono Playhouse, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,894/mo
Independent Living
$5,910/mo

Independent living costs in Pocono Playhouse, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,659/mo
Studio
$4,866/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,005/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,409/mo

Senior living costs in Pocono Playhouse vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Pocono Playhouse, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
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Community typePocono Playhouse, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,910/mo$4,361/mo$4,208/mo
Assisted Living$3,441/mo$4,470/mo$4,804/mo
Memory Care$5,894/mo$5,477/mo$5,569/mo
Independent Living
Pocono Playhouse, PA:$5,910/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,361/mo
U.S.:$4,208/mo
Assisted Living
Pocono Playhouse, PA:$3,441/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,470/mo
U.S.:$4,804/mo
Memory Care
Pocono Playhouse, PA:$5,894/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,477/mo
U.S.:$5,569/mo
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Independent living costs in Pocono Playhouse, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pocono Playhouse 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.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pocono Playhouse, PA$3,469/mo$3,591/mo-3.4%
Pennsylvania$3,316/mo$3,198/mo+3.7%
National$3,243/mo$3,151/mo+2.9%
Pocono Playhouse, PA
2024 average cost:$3,469/mo
2023 average cost:$3,591/mo
Percent change:-3.4%
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2024 average cost:$3,316/mo
2023 average cost:$3,198/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,243/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pocono Playhouse

Recent reviews for independent living in Pocono Playhouse

Country Meadows of Allentown

5.0
I’m so happy we’ve found a home away from home for my mother. She loves the care, activities, and atmosphere at Country Meadows. Each resident and their family members are treated like family. The creative programming focuses on the diversity of their clientele. Thanks for everything.

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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Merriam Casa Bella in Newton, NJ

5.0
My dad is receiving excellent care and attention, they assist him with all of his daily living, and the food is great. Compared to other facilities, the food is great, for example, pork loin, mashed potatoes, green beans, beef stew, mac and cheese, home made soups, unsweet iced tea, pudding to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and friendliness of the staff at the communities. For instance, at Traditions of Hanover, the staff is described as 'very caring, knowledgeable and supportive', while at The Carlucci Home, the owner is praised for 'going above and beyond' to ensure residents ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at their communities. At Traditions of Hanover, there are 'many activities to join or a comfortable place to read', while at Sterling Heights, the facility provides 'many activities and a monthly activities calendar'. The emphasis on socia ...
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Safe and secure living spaces. Safety is a priority for many seniors and their families, and the communities offer various safety features to ensure peace of mind. At Traditions of Hanover, residents have access to panic buttons in case of emergencies, while Shawnee Ridge boasts of a 'reliable cleaning staff' and a '5 to ...
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Flexible meal options. Different communities offer various meal options to cater to individual preferences. For example, at Whitehall Manor, residents have the ability to cook their own meals if they choose, while at Traditions of Hanover, the food is described as 'too good not to go down and enjoy the company of ...
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Strong sense of community. The communities foster a strong sense of belonging among their residents. At Traditions of Hanover, the staff encourages residents to participate in activities and make new friends, while at Sterling Heights, residents appreciate the 'attractive/nice' location and the fact that it 'met their ...
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Prompt and responsive staff. The staff at the communities are described as 'very responsive and attentive' to residents' needs. At The Carlucci Home, the HR department is praised for their communication skills, while at Sterling Heights, the staff checks in on residents when they're absent. The prompt and responsive nat ...
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Pocono Playhouse independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pocono Playhouse independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pocono Playhouse, 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 Pocono Playhouse 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 Pocono Playhouse partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
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20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.6%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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31%
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Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Pocono Playhouse 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 Pocono Playhouse communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pocono Playhouse, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
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37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pocono Playhouse 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 Pocono Playhouse offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pocono Playhouse, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.9%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.8%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.8%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
29.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
24.4%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Hanover, Atria Bethlehem and Colonial Manor at Panther Valley are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pocono Playhouse, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 88 independent living facilities near Pocono Playhouse, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Pocono Playhouse, Pennsylvania are Traditions of Hanover, Atria Bethlehem and Colonial Manor at Panther Valley. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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