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The cost of independent living in Shaler is about $3,908 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 168 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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Photo of Harmony at Harts Run
1010 Photos available
4747 Floor plans available
8.2
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We are very pleased with Harmony, it is beautiful.The only problem is what it is everywhere, short staffed. There has been a lot of turnover since we moved our aunt in, but she is happy & has adjusted well....
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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Photo of Brookdale Mt. Lebanon
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22 Floor plans available
9.5
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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.
Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the dishes.If you’re looking for fun and freedom in senior living, come see if our senior living community, with both independent living and personal care home, is the right fit for you. Located in Southern Hills just minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, here...
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77 Floor plans available
9.5
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10 reviews
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My mother was apprehensive about moving to assisted living but Ashron Commons was very accommodating and help put all of us at ease. They answered all our questions and responded quickly to any concerns. My...
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.
Located just 20 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh in the heart of Wexford, Pennsylvania, Ashton Commons Senior Living offers an exceptional senior living experience defined by resort-style amenities, personalized care, and a vibrant community. Whether you are looking for independent living,...
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Photo of The Commons at Stonebrook Village
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11 reviews
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The building and grounds are very well maintained. Common areas comfortable clean and well equipped. Staff is very attentive to ensure the residents maintenance requests are completed and the weekly...
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 Commons at Stonebrook Villageoffers an active lifestyle for individuals55 and over. We provide a warm, friendlyatmosphere with no buy-in fees orlong-term leases, where our staff gets toknow each of our residents and can helpthem to Live an Abundant Life®.The Commons at Stonebrook Village is...
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The staff at Heritage Valley Senior Living are very helpful and accommodating for situations. It is a very flexible community and an all-around easy process.
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.
Heritage Valley Senior Living Community is located in the beautiful McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania. This Community offers a personal care residence, a memory care neighborhood, and independent living for seniors; allowing seniors to transition to different levels of service on one campus. Our goal...
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I can’t say enough of this place in the 13 days I was there the for short term rehabilitation was absolutely incredible the nurses, nurses aids, physical therapist and care staff was all on point and and...
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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We liked how the community when our loved one was there was fairly new. We liked all the amenities they offered and all the different types of levels of care for the residents.
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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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.
Photo of Harry and Jeannette Weinberg Terrace
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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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I was looking for a place to move my Mom to from CA. From the first phone call to the tour I was pleased with the pleasant experience. After she moved in I was and still am happy we found Seneca hills. The...
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 Shaler, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shaler is $3,908 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edgewood, PA with an average of $3,786 per month.

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

Shaler, PA
$3,908/mo
$3,945/mo

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

Shaler, PA
$3,908/mo
U.S. national average
$4,093/mo

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

$4,981/mo
Independent Living
$3,908/mo

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

Studio
$5,719/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,998/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,681/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,450/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shaler over time

Shaler, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Shaler

Recent reviews for independent living in Shaler

The Residence at Bethel Park

5.0
Mom enjoys the wildlife: deer, rabbits, squirrel, chipmunks,etc. It's like being home. Very good food at reasonable price for guests. Custodial staff cleans room 1x per week. Mom very appreciate. No oven or stove in apartment which is good idea. Reduces fire hazard. Wide variety of ...
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Tapestry Senior Living Moon Township in Coraopolis, PA

4.1
Value is a tough one. Tapestry is costly but it is nice. As you know, the level of care determines the monthly cost. My mother likes it very much. The food choices and quality could be better, she tells me. The facility is bright & airy. The activities are many. The staff is very kind, willing ...
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The Faidley House in Monongahela, PA

5.0
The food is good. Help with showers due my disabilities is great. Place is warm in winter, cool in summer. Best is how nice the owners and their employee daughters are to all of us.

Shaler independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaler independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaler, 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 Shaler 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 Shaler partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shaler, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
33.7%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
33%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaler 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 Shaler communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shaler, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.9%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaler 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 Shaler offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shaler, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46%
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Brookdale Mt. Lebanon, The Residence at Bethel Park and Ashton Commons are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shaler, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Shaler, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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