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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Balsam, PA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Balsam area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Balsam. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 12 independent living facilities in Balsam, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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We picked this community because of the location and it is a beautiful place with a nice setting! I would recommend to others.
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.
Appleridge Senior Living is the premier retirement community conveniently located just off I-86, at the Southern gateway to the Finger Lakes region. The community offers 112 luxury apartments situated on 22 acres of resort style living. Residents enjoy a selection of apartment styles with a...
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.
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
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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Balsam, PA
The average cost of senior living in Balsam is $2,289 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coudersport, PA with an average of $425 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Balsam, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Balsam, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Balsam vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Balsam, PA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Balsam
Recent reviews for independent living in Balsam
Appleridge Senior Living in Horseheads, NY
5.0
Looking back, we wish we would have moved here years ago. Appleridge has been so good to us and we couldn't be happier living here. Appleridge is truly the best place for seniors to live!
Balsam independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Balsam independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Balsam, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dining options in Balsam 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 Balsam communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Balsam, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Balsam 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 Balsam offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Balsam, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
12.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
46.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Appleridge Senior Living, New Corey Creek Apartments and Rose View Court DUP are the top-rated independent living facilities near Balsam, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Balsam, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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