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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Van, PA
The cost of independent living in Van is about $3,002 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 22 options. Read 199 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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9.5
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Good for the price staff extremely helpful. Not generally a "nice" place as I've seen from some of the really expensive places. That being said they've been perfect for my mum so far. Yes we would recommend...
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.
Greystone Country Estates has been in business providing quality care for over 20 years. We are located in Fredonia Pennsylvania, 12 miles outside of Greenville Pennsylvania, and 12 miles north of Grove City. In our beautiful country setting you will be able to relax and enjoy your time here. We...
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I have nothing but good things to say about Parkside at Corry. My mom loves it there and everything is wonderful. The people, the residents, everything. I couldn't have asked for a better place for her....
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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9.0
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65 reviews
I'm not sure of her title but [name removed] has been very helpful . And others also very friendly ,helpful. Gentleman that takes out the garbage helped me a great deal when mom was moving in. It is...
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.
Whispering Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated in the charming community of Hermitage, you'll love the graceful elegance of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of the nearby town. We're close to shopping, dining, golfing, healthcare and...
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8.9
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40 reviews
What I like the most about Atria at Cranberry Woods is their private rooms with showers and security. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Now open in Cranberry Township, Atria at Cranberry Woods is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. With convenient access to Cranberry Commons, the community will offer what you are looking for in your next...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9 reviews
Only shortcoming in transition was that residents' orientation was not detailed, relied on new resident reading handbook prior to move in. Also, initial review was during chaotic period of actual move,...
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.
For more than 100 years, St. John Communityhas helped seniors thrive spiritually, emotionally,intellectually and physically. Through our vibrantcontinuing care community, our goal is to help you live life to the fullest—with the respect, love and the compassion you deserve.Explore what this...
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7.9
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15 reviews
My mom was a resident at The Lakes at Jefferson for a short time before she passed away. I think that the place was beautiful, but the management was very slow to respond to anything. I also don't think that...
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.
The Lakes at Jefferson is a premier facility offering Independent Living and Personal Care. The Lakes at Jefferson was constructed from the ground up and opened in May of 2017. On the ground floor it houses 22 independent living apartments, each with a fully equipped kitchenette and private...
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6.5
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11 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Shelbourne Personal Care and the overall experience at this facility has been very good. My loved one seems to like the staff and also enjoys the activities, but does...
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.
Shelbourne Personal Care provides the highest level of quality care to our residents in a relaxed, home-like environment. Our staff is always available 24-hours a day to assist with any needs that your loved one might have. At Shelbourne Personal Care, our team of professional staff works around...
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The dining room is clean. If you need to place your loved one in a place, this is worth the money. My loved one is in a private room, the staff take care of the meals, my loved's one laundry, and...
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.
Country Manor Assisted living is situated in the borough on the east bank of the Allegheny River, in beautiful Kittanning, Pennsylvania. Our Senior community is second to none at providing the best quality care for your loved one. Here at Country Manor we recognize the importance and emotions...
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The staff here is great and very informative. My loved on is getting around great. My loved one did express that she felt that there were not enough people that were on her level and that she could talk...
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.
Rhodes Estates is a senior living community in New Castle, PA. Our amenities are close to a river and a park, both of which contribute to the tranquility that makes our center a paradise to both the visitors and senior residents. We have the goal to promote the quality of life for people with...
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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Everyone at Melody Manor has been great. How they work with my dad and take a personal interest has made a very difficult thing to do, a little easier. Melody Manor is very clean.
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.
Melody Manor Personal Care Home was started 27 years ago and has been family owned and operated since then. We are a 43 bed facility offering semi-private and private rooms. Each room is decorated in a style that offers warmth and comfort. We have trained and qualified staff members that work...
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.
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.
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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My brother has only been at Carriage Court for a short time, and I already see improvement in him. The most important thing I noticed is that he appears to be developing a bit of enthusiasm for staying awake...
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.
Carriage Manor is located in New Castle, PA. We are known for providing senior care that allows seniors to live an independent lifestyle. We provide a caring community that supports a comfortable and secure environment for our senior residents. Residents are provided with as much assistance or...
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Our experience with Ridgewood at Shenango Valley has been a positive one, overall. The facility is clean and well kept, and the staff is friendly, attentive, and responsive. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend...
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.
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.
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.
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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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 Van, PA
The average cost of senior living in Van is $3,002 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Strattanville, PA with an average of $2,135 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Van, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Van, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Van vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Van, PA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Van
Recent reviews for independent living in Van
St John Community, a CCRC in Mars, PA
4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at St John Community and the overall experience has been good so far. The overall care of my loved one and everything else has been good and I am very satisfied. I would recommend St John Community to others.
The Lakes at Jefferson in Mercer, PA
4.2
It's a nice place to be. I enjoy being here. The apartments are large, at least the one I have is. And there's a nice open area around it, with sidewalks all the way around, which makes a nice area to walk. There's three fountains, and the walkway goes right by the big fountain. If you walk ...
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Rhodes Estates in New Castle, PA
5.0
Mr. T. J. [removed], Administrator, Rhodes Estates, T. J. Very Special Thanks for all your assistance and understanding over the past several months. Without the special efforts by you and Jason, the transition of my mother to your retirement facility would surely have been more difficult. ...
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Van independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Van independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Van, 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 Van 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 Van partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Van, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
35%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Van 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 Van communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Van, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
15%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Van 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 Van offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Van, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
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32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Greystone Country Estates, Parkside at Corry and Whispering Oaks are the top-rated independent living facilities near Van, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 22 independent living facilities near Van, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Van, Pennsylvania is Parkside at Corry. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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