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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Parkside, PA

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From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Parkside for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 38 assisted living facilities in the Parkside area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cedarbrook, West Oak Lane and East Oak Lane.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Philadelphia, Media and West Chester.

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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Parkside, PA

The average cost of senior living in Parkside is $5,285 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chester Heights, PA with an average of $5,106 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Parkside, PA vs. nearby cities

Parkside, PA
$5,285/mo
$5,273/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Parkside, PA vs. the state and national average

Parkside, PA
$5,285/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Parkside vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,285/mo
$6,107/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Parkside, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,909/mo
Studio
$5,423/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,969/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,136/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Parkside over time

Parkside, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Parkside, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Parkside.

What families are saying about assisted living in Parkside

Recent reviews for assisted living in Parkside

Brandywine at Senior Suites in East Norriton, PA

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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Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler, PA

5.0
Dave the activity man is such a asset to Artman ,he is really trying to help my Mom and all the residents .He takes a real interest and will find family members and update them on how their loved one is doing .My Mom really likes him ! So glad he is there !

Springfield Crossings

4.1
There are some staff members that go out of their way to help and assist my mother then there are a few that act as if it a bother to help. I am being very honest but for the most part they keep the residents safe and active.

Parkside review score based on 169 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 169 reviews of 27 Parkside assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Parkside review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Parkside review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Parkside, PA27 facilities
8.8
Upland, PA34 facilities
8.8
Brookhaven, PA36 facilities

Review subcategories for Parkside assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 169 reviews of 27 Parkside assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Parkside resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Parkside, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Parkside assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Parkside assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Parkside, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Parkside assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Parkside that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Parkside, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
77.8%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
59.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
74.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.5%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Parkside assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Parkside Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Parkside, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
85.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.9%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Parkside assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Parkside partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Parkside, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
59.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Parkside assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Parkside communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Parkside, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
74.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
51.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Parkside assisted 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 assisted living communities in Parkside offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Parkside, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
81.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.4%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
74.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Parkside

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Parkside protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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Traditions of Cross Keys, Sunrise of Lafayette Hill and Foulk Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Parkside, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 38 assisted living facilities near Parkside, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Parkside, Pennsylvania are Traditions of Cross Keys, Sunrise of Lafayette Hill and Merrill Gardens at West Chester. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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