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The cost of independent living in Sidley is about $4,725 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 377 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 Echo Lake
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8.8
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16 reviews
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Our dad, 86, has been a resident for 1 year and he & we love EL. His room is bright and always clean. There is no smell in the halls. The food is great. Everyone on staff smiles and is welcoming. Lots of...
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.
Echo Lake is located in Malvern, Pennsylvania, within the picturesque community of Atwater. Our community is situated in rolling hills of beautiful Chester County, less than 10 miles from Paoli, Devon-Berwyn, and Frazer, and less than 20 miles from Chester Springs, Exton, Chesterbrook, and West...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at West Chester
2020 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.8
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65 reviews
9.8
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65 reviews
5 star
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Merrill Gardens is very nice. My mom settled in nicely and is well taken care of. Everyone is very friendly and no complaints about the food. I visit usually twice a week. I do some cleaning when I'm there....
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.
Arbour Square at West Chester is truly a unique rental community. Located in a beautiful, small town rich in history, Arbour Square stands out as something new and exciting, above and beyond the ordinary. A community where there’s always something interesting or fun going on, and where you’ll...
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52 reviews
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All of the answers are a 5. I am very pleased with them. What we like the most about the community is all the activities they have to offer are wonderful and the friendliness of the staff
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Since our founding in 2003, St. Martha Villa has proudly served in the Chester County Community by providing exceptional care. Our bright, spacious, one story building is situated on a beautifully landscaped campus with numerous outdoor gardens, walking paths and even a putting green! The...
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9.0
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133 reviews
9.0
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133 reviews
5 star
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There are only 3 washers & 3 dryers in each floor. Only 3! Many times residents forget to take out their wash loads from the washer dryers. The next one takes them out and put them on top of the other...
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.
Senior living by designThe Watermark at Bellingham is a recently renovated senior living community located on 15 beautiful acres near downtown West Chester, Pennsylvania. While perfectly situated near Philadelphia and Wilmington, there’s so much to do you might just want to spend your days...
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Photo of Ashbridge Manor
1010 Photos available
9.0
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45 reviews
9.0
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45 reviews
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I've been here for about five weeks. All the staff know me by name and everybody who lives here is friendly. The food is OK. The gentleman who I spoke to on the phone who originally sent me in the direction...
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.
Ashbridge Manor, a retirement community located in Downingtown, PA, was formerly the landmark, Tabas' Mickey Rooney Hotel.Residents enjoy 24-hour concierge service, weekly housekeeping and linen service, free scheduled transportation, deluxe continental breakfast, and a full three-course dinner...
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Photo of Revelle King of Prussia
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33 Floor plans available
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9.0
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5 reviews
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5 reviews
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High grades for everything but the food. Small portions never any new items and very dry. Management needs. To get involved to fix the kitchen issues. Care staff is excellent. Wait staff needs training....
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.
Tucked among the lush river valley of King of Prussia, Revelle Senior Living offers a vibrant, upscale lifestyle among interesting and friendly neighbors. This residence caters to adults with varying needs and preferences, offering three senior living solutions to serve residents now and in the...
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My experience with Simpson Meadows was wonderful from the start. Their marketing coordinator was extremely helpful in finding the right fit for my uncle. The facility is beautiful, clean and homie. My uncle...
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.
Simpson Meadows is Central Chester County's premier non-profit continuing care retirement community, with more than a 150 year history of service to senior adults as a member of the Simpson Senior Services network. Our philosophy of care includes maximizing resident independence at an affordable...
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Photo of Wellington at Hershey's Mill
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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35 reviews
8.7
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35 reviews
5 star
43%
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42%
3 star
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Night time staff not well equipped to handle confusion and instability residents. 3-11 staff not all able to handle outbursts and can be irritants with reading of patients
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.
Independent Living for Active SeniorsWellington at Hershey's Mill in West Chester, PA is an independent living residential community for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free...
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My mom is a newer resident at Brightview Wayne and everything has been great so far. The staff seem very responsive, she likes the food and the move in process was smooth.
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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The VC is really nice and the provide really good care. We expected the application to take a long time but he was able to move in in a month. He's in the new part so it has alot of ammentities, they provide...
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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Cost of independent living in Sidley, PA

The average cost of senior living in Sidley is $4,725 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Schwenksville, PA with an average of $4,293 per month.

Independent living costs in Sidley, PA, vs. nearby cities

Sidley, PA
$4,725/mo
$4,572/mo

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

Sidley, PA
$4,725/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Sidley, PA, vs. other senior living options

$6,040/mo
Independent Living
$4,725/mo

Independent living costs in Sidley, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,223/mo
Studio
$5,396/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,058/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,236/mo

Senior living costs in Sidley 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: Sidley, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSidley, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,725/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$5,332/mo$4,440/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$6,040/mo$5,443/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Sidley, PA:$4,725/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Sidley, PA:$5,332/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Sidley, PA:$6,040/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Sidley, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sidley 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
Sidley, PA$3,541/mo$3,159/mo+12.1%
Pennsylvania$3,336/mo$3,283/mo+1.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Sidley, PA
2024 average cost:$3,541/mo
2023 average cost:$3,159/mo
Percent change:+12.1%
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 Sidley

Recent reviews for independent living in Sidley

Harrison House Chester County in Coatesville, PA

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
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The Heritage of Green Hills in Shillington, PA

5.0
Our loved one has since passed but she had moved into The Heritage of Green Hills which is a new facility that looks like a 4-star hotel. There were lots of different events, nice and friendly staff and better help.

Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE

4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Sidley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sidley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sidley, 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 Sidley 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 Sidley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sidley, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sidley 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 Sidley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sidley, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
70%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sidley 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 Sidley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sidley, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
70%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
70%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
80%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Echo Lake, Merrill Gardens at West Chester and St. Martha Villa are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sidley, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Sidley, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sidley, Pennsylvania are Arbour Square, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and Atria Lafayette Hill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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