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The cost of independent living in Wilmer is about $4,489 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 341 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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Mom loves it here at arbour square!! The staff is very friendly and nice. Just loves all the activities and the food is exceptional!! The other residents are very nice and my mom is so blessed to have them...
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.
Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Arbour Square of Harleysville!Nestled on a picturesque 22-acre campus in the heart of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, our 55+ independent senior community offers an enriching lifestyle. At Arbour Square, you can embrace worry-free living...
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It’s hard as our parents get older and we too are doing the same but still occupied by commitments in life having mom and dad at Keystone Villa has been a blessing. Dad has since passed a the staff there was...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Keystone Villa at Douglassville, an Independent Living retirement community, there are no entrance fees, long-term leases or hidden costs. You will find everything you need to enjoy a worry-free, healthy and active retirement community lifestyle. This is an ideal setting for seniors who want...
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The facility is convenient and in a good location. Merrill Gardens should pay more attention to cleanliness of the Garden Center (memory care) and the main dining room on the first floor. The caregivers are...
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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Our experience with Arcadia has been very positive. The facility is extremely clean and everyone has been very helpful. I think it's important to be very clear about any issues experienced because the staff...
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.
Especially now, nothing is more comforting than being surrounded by family. And that’s just what you can expect at Arcadia when we open very soon.We’re a different kind of senior living community… with a strong family foundation and inclusive, faith-based approach – we invite you to discover the...
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We checked out 4 places and Bellingham at West Chester was our top choice! The atmosphere of the Senior Living plus [name removed] attentiveness and helping us out made and huge difference. We asked tons 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.
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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We had a good experience at eagle view, but my dad passed away in [date removed]. They were very compassionate about it. I know some folks had issues but I did not really experience that. Only a couple 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.
Introducing Eagleview Landing, the newest senior living community in Exton, PA. The location just outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is close to perfect. The comfort of Independent Living, Personal Care and Memory Care is reassuring. And the luxury? Isn't that always nice? Eagleview Landing is...
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Facility is great. The staff is great. The location is great. I recommend Anthology. Everyone is great and the residents are friendly too. Nice 11 story building with great views and lots to do. Nice dinning...
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 122 acres at The Village at Valley Forge, a new mixed-use community in Montgomery County, Anthology of King of Prussia invites residents to enjoy a rich and vibrant lifestyle. The Village at Valley Forge is sprinkled with dining, shopping, and entertainment destinations, offering...
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Everyone is very caring and kind. My mom enjoys being there. They are like their own little family. There are some repairs that need to be made to the facility such as they need a new roof and the carpet...
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.
Welcome home to Greenfield of Perkiomen Valley! We are located in a beautiful & historic region of Montgomery County about 40 miles northwest of Center City Philadelphia. Schwenksville is the gateway to the Perkiomen Trail, which is a 19-mile scenic trail running along the Perkiomen Creek....
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Staff are extremely helpful and friendly. The rooms are large in assisted living and the facility itself is very easy to maneuver around.
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 loved one's experience here over the years has been mostly good. We had a brief miscommunication after a hospital stay, but that seems to be all worked out and communication is improving. This is a newer...
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.
What used to be one of Collegeville’s most beloved landmarks is now the area’s most loved senior living community! Providence Place at the Collegeville Inn is situated on 20 acres along the scenic Perkiomen Creek. The former Inn has been renovated to serve as the residents’ main dining room with...
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Echo Lake community is absolutely beautiful and very clean. The staff and residents welcomed our mom during her respite stay. We were very pleased with the staff involvement and professionalism. We have...
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.
We are locally owned and operated by SageLife. Our founders were pioneers in senior living; they helped define the companies that have defined the industry.Sage’s mission is to create the best home for each member of the SageLife family every day by encouraging, empowering, and celebrating...
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They did a good job catering to his food preferences, the staff was super friendly and super with him, care was outstanding. We would most definitely recommend this community to other families.
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.
The Residences at Manatawny Village is a senior living community located in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. The community resides in the center of a productive farming and dairy region and has access to the nearby historic diatrict of Pottstown which offers tremendous opportunities for social,...
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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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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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.
Buchert Ridge Community’s (BRC) unique concept was created approximately 10 years ago. We are not a condo or home-owner’s association. We are a professionally owned & managed community using a combination of the best features from the various types of adult living communities available.When...

Cost of independent living in Wilmer, PA

The average cost of senior living in Wilmer is $4,489 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Schwenksville, PA with an average of $4,191 per month.

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

Wilmer, PA
$4,602/mo

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

Wilmer, PA
$4,602/mo
U.S. national average
$4,026/mo

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

$5,861/mo
Independent Living
$4,602/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,912/mo
Studio
$5,614/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,078/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,514/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Wilmer over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Wilmer

Recent reviews for independent living in Wilmer

Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville

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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Silver Springs at East Norriton

5.0
First, you need to see this facility. They did a major renovation and it looks so different. It has been modernized and looks amazing. My Mom has been at Brandywine for a few years. It is a tough decision to make when your loved one needs more care than what you can give. The apartments are ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Up-to-date and spacious apartments. Several reviews mention the modern and updated apartments in communities like Wellington at Hershey's Mill, with new appliances, countertops, and hardwood floors. Residents of Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living also appreciate the convenience of having a washer and dryer in t ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews consistently praise the attentiveness and kindness of community staff members, such as those at Merrill Gardens at West Chester and Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, who go above and beyond to ensure residents feel welcome and cared for.
Variety of activities for resident engagement. Many families mention the assortment of activities offered at their loved ones' communities, like Bellingham at West Chester and Arbour Square, which provide ample opportunities for residents to socialize and stay active.
Reasonable pricing and value for money. Affordability is a significant concern for some families, and reviews for communities like Bellingham at West Chester and Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living highlight the value they receive for their money, including reasonable rent, no buy-in fees, and accessible on-site ser ...
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Accessibility to health care and on-site services. Having health care and additional services on-site is a major factor in residents' satisfaction, as expressed in reviews for communities like Wellington at Hershey's Mill and Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living.
Upbeat and welcoming community atmosphere. Residents and their families frequently comment on the positive and inviting atmosphere at their communities, such as Arbour Square and Bellingham at West Chester, where residents are friendly and constantly engaged in activities
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Wilmer independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wilmer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wilmer, 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 Wilmer 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 Wilmer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wilmer, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
61.5%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Wilmer 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 Wilmer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wilmer, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
76.9%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.2%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wilmer 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 Wilmer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wilmer, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
76.9%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.8%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
61.5%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.6%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
69.2%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.8%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
76.9%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
76.9%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
69.2%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.2%
45.6%
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