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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Railroad, PA
The cost of independent living in Railroad is about $4,039 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 185 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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77 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
109 reviews
I would give it all a 5. We really like it there. The building itself is not very inviting looking but I decided to check it out because you guys recommended it. So I went with an open mind. The inside is...
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.
Since 1986 Senior Commons at Powder Mill has been recognized as York, Pennsylvania's premier provider of assisted-living residences, independent-living apartments and secure dementia care. Managed by Heritage Senior Living, Senior Commons at Powder Mill is committed to providing the highest level...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
77 Photos available
9.1
Review score
68 reviews
I think on weekends they should have a couple activities. Due to staffing, it's not like it was 2 years ago. We picked this community because it was more of a cozy home feeling environment and close by.
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.
Autumn House East and Autumn House West offer three levels of care based on your individually assessed needs, including assistance with daily care, housekeeping and medication administration. As your needs change, we can modify the level of assistance by providing onsite special needs management,...
8.9
Review score
8 reviews
We were living in a community of 500 homes with all the amenities of a Resort. We were not sure that Country Meadows could satisfy us. In searching out several retirement communities we decided to pick...
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, 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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
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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Cost of independent living in Railroad, PA
The average cost of senior living in Railroad is $4,039 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fawn Grove, PA with an average of $4,047 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Railroad, PA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Railroad
Recent reviews for independent living in Railroad
Pickersgill Retirement Community in Towson, MD
5.0
We visited a lot of assisted living communities in the area and found Pickersgill Retirement Community to be the best by far! We immediately felt the environment to be a safe place for our grandmother. Everyone there makes it a point to be kind and compassionate to all the residents. The ...
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Senior Commons at Powder Mill in York, PA
5.0
5 for every category.
The staff is so friendly and helpful. They are all very engaged with the needs and care of the residents. The facility is so nice and very user friendly for older residents. They are like family. The apartment sizes in independent living are great! Very nice and ...
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St John's Herr Estate in Columbia, PA
5.0
I am happy with the care of this community. We like that it is very nice and clean. The staff is very caring and attentive. They like that they can cook on there own. They offer meals to the community if the residents want to participate. They do have a lot of activities when they want to ...
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Railroad independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Railroad independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Railroad, 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 Railroad 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 Railroad partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Railroad, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Railroad 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 Railroad communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Railroad, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Railroad 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 Railroad offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Railroad, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Senior Commons at Powder Mill, Autumn House East and Country Meadows of York - South are the top-rated independent living facilities near Railroad, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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