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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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Staff are wonderful. Activities wonderful. Food is good but could be better. Kitchen service is slow. The carpeting needs to be replaced in common areas. Individual room are spacious, clean and very nice.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of assisted living in South Media, PA

The average cost of senior living in South Media is $5,179 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chester Heights, PA with an average of $5,077 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Media, PA, vs. nearby cities

South Media, PA
$5,179/mo
$5,157/mo

Assisted living costs in South Media, PA, vs. state and national averages

South Media, PA
$5,179/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in South Media, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,179/mo
$6,054/mo

Assisted living costs in South Media, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,744/mo
Studio
$5,458/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,838/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,180/mo

Senior living costs in South Media 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: South Media, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Media, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,179/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$6,054/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$4,470/mo$4,265/mo$4,073/mo
Assisted Living
South Media, PA:$5,179/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
South Media, PA:$6,054/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
South Media, PA:$4,470/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,073/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Media, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in South Media 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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Assisted living cost trends in South Media, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Media 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
South Media, PA$5,478/mo$5,124/mo+6.9%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
South Media, PA
2024 average cost:$5,478/mo
2023 average cost:$5,124/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Media, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in South Media

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Media

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 !

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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Brandywine at Voorhees

5.0
Brandywine Voorhees is like a hotel. The food is amazing, the staff are always going above and beyond, the building is kept clean, and even more importantly the residents are HAPPY. My mom has lived here for a year and our family could not be happier with her care, the nurses and aides treat her ...
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South Media review score based on 189 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 189 reviews of 27 South Media assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Media 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

South Media review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
South Media, PA27 facilities
8.6
Media, PA41 facilities
8.7
Rose Valley, PA35 facilities

Review subcategories for South Media 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 189 reviews of 27 South Media assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Media 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.
South Media, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.7
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.6
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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South Media assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Media assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Media, 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 South Media 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 South Media that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Media, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
74.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
59.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
74.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Media 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 South Media Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Media, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Media 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 South Media partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Media, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
59.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
13.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in South Media 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 South Media communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Media, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
51.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Media 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 South Media offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Media, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
74.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Media

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in South Media protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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