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It's important to understand all the fees and expectations before moving into the facility, and families need to be strong advocates for their loved ones. I had a rent issue, which I believe has now been...
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.
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 only steps away, 24...
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This transition has been not an easy one for my mother but the staff at the Bright View have been incredible. She’s finally participating in activities and engaging with other residents.
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.
Located on East Germantown Pike in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, Brightview East Norriton is the area's only full-service, rental retirement community. This inviting community brings together the best apartments and convenient services for Independent Living as well as support and care for...
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I would recommend you look into the community. It worked out well for us and our loved one. The ease, responsiveness of the staff and how they worked with the family stand out to me. There was a 30 day...
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 Mansion at Rosemont is Main Line retirement living at its best for people 62 and better, offering superb services, amenities and dining on a 10+ acre estate, formerly owned by the nephew of renowned American Impressionist painter, Mary Cassatt.Our community's position strengthened in 2019...
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My sister suffers from Alzheimer's. She is still at a stage where she can dress herself and care for herself but is beyond being trusted with a stove, driving or navigating on her own. We found the...
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.
The mission of Roxborough Home for Women is to provide superior personal care services in a nurturing, caring, and homelike environment. Our belief is that such surroundings create a lifestyle in which each woman's dignity is respected and her individuality is valued; a lifestyle that preserves...
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McCallum Assisted Living may certainly not be the newest, shiny and modern community but it is nice and we have been very pleased with the staff. It is clean but it is just an older building. The staff are...
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.
McCallum Assisted Living is a personal care facility dedicated to assisting residents with physical, mental and emotional needs.  Skilled staff provides continuous personal care.
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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
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.
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.
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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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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
The decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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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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.
Whitemarsh House, a personal care residence, belongs to a quiet neighborhood in Flourtown, Pennsylvania. We specialize in caring for individuals with brain injury and other mental needs. High ceilings and large windows accompany the three-story residence and an open, wooded park is visible from...

Cost of assisted living in Upper Merion, PA

The average cost of senior living in Upper Merion is $5,104 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Royersford, PA with an average of $4,934 per month.

Assisted living costs in Upper Merion, PA, vs. nearby cities

Upper Merion, PA
$5,104/mo

Assisted living costs in Upper Merion, PA, vs. state and national averages

Upper Merion, PA
$5,104/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Upper Merion, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,104/mo
$5,838/mo

Assisted living costs in Upper Merion, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,578/mo
Studio
$5,651/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,475/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,315/mo

Senior living costs in Upper Merion 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: Upper Merion, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUpper Merion, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,104/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,838/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$4,465/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Upper Merion, PA:$5,104/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Upper Merion, PA:$5,838/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Upper Merion, PA:$4,465/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Upper Merion, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Upper Merion 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 Upper Merion, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Upper Merion 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
Upper Merion, PA$5,704/mo$5,486/mo+4.0%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Upper Merion, PA
2024 average cost:$5,704/mo
2023 average cost:$5,486/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Upper Merion, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Upper Merion

Recent reviews for assisted living in Upper Merion

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 !

The Residences at Manatawny Village in Pottstown, PA

5.0
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.

Exton Senior Living

4.9
"Cozy" environment, long term staff with very few agency hires, management very involved in daily operations, and processes in place to evaluate residents as conditions change. Activities got a little lower of a score because they do not have a gym with equipment like his prior facility did.

Upper Merion review score based on 327 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 327 reviews of 37 Upper Merion assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Upper Merion 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

Upper Merion review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Upper Merion, PA37 facilities
8.2
Bridgeport, PA65 facilities
8.1
Norristown, PA65 facilities

Review subcategories for Upper Merion 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 327 reviews of 37 Upper Merion assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Upper Merion 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.
Upper Merion, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Upper Merion assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Upper Merion assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Upper Merion, 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 Upper Merion 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 Upper Merion that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Upper Merion, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.9%
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
75.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.2%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.4%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Upper Merion 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 Upper Merion Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Upper Merion, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Upper Merion 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 Upper Merion partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Upper Merion, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
67.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Upper Merion 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 Upper Merion communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Upper Merion, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
67.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
59.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
43.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Upper Merion 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 Upper Merion offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Upper Merion, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
70.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
40.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Upper Merion

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 Upper Merion protect seniors.
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Anthology of King of Prussia, Sunrise of Lafayette Hill and Merrill Gardens at West Chester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Upper Merion, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 53 assisted living facilities near Upper Merion, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Upper Merion, Pennsylvania are Azalea at Cinnaminson, The Pathways at Warrington and Morningside House of Towamencin. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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