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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Buena Vista Springs, PA

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zipAveragecost: $4,753

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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Buena Vista Springs, PA

The average cost of senior living in Buena Vista Springs is $4,753 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newville, PA with an average of $3,639 per month.

Independent living costs in Buena Vista Springs, PA, vs. nearby cities

Buena Vista Springs, PA
$4,753/mo

Independent living costs in Buena Vista Springs, PA, vs. state and national averages

Buena Vista Springs, PA
$4,753/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Buena Vista Springs, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,145/mo
Independent Living
$4,753/mo

Independent living costs in Buena Vista Springs, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,934/mo
Studio
$5,347/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,021/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,667/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,525/mo

Senior living costs in Buena Vista Springs 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: Buena Vista Springs, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuena Vista Springs, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,753/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$5,252/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,145/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Buena Vista Springs, PA:$4,753/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Buena Vista Springs, PA:$5,252/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Buena Vista Springs, PA:$5,145/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Buena Vista Springs, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Buena Vista Springs 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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Independent living cost trends in Buena Vista Springs, PA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Buena Vista Springs 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
Buena Vista Springs, PA$3,014/mo$3,297/mo-8.6%
Pennsylvania$3,336/mo$3,283/mo+1.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Buena Vista Springs, PA
2024 average cost:$3,014/mo
2023 average cost:$3,297/mo
Percent change:-8.6%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,336/mo
2023 average cost:$3,283/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Buena Vista Springs

Recent reviews for independent living in Buena Vista Springs

The Woods At Cedar Run in Camp Hill, PA

4.0
The Woods at Cedar Run is a very nice place. The staff are so knowledgeable and friendly and they genuinely care about the residents. They all know me by name. In the dining room they keep track on whether you are there or not. If you do not show up, they will call and check on you. They have on ...
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Ingleside at King Farm, a CCRC in Rockville, MD

4.6
Overall my mothers happy. Communication was tough at the beginning but has gotten better. They set up covid shots for the residence and made that really easy. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Residences at Vantage Point CCRC in Columbia, MD

5.0
I enjoy dining in our Fireside Dining Room, The Bistro and The Pub. The food is well prepared, presented in an attractive fashion, and is exceptional. The atmospheres of the venues are unique. I particularly enjoy the specials which are offered each night. The variety of the Seafood/Fish ...
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Buena Vista Springs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buena Vista Springs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buena Vista Springs, 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 Buena Vista Springs 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 Buena Vista Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buena Vista Springs, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Buena Vista Springs 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 Buena Vista Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buena Vista Springs, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buena Vista Springs 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 Buena Vista Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buena Vista Springs, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
28.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Senior Commons at Powder Mill, Holiday Essex House and Sunrise of Montgomery Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buena Vista Springs, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 63 independent living facilities near Buena Vista Springs, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Buena Vista Springs, Pennsylvania are Senior Commons at Powder Mill, Sunrise of Montgomery Village and Bedford Court, a CCRC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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