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10 Best Independent Living Communities in East Petersburg, PA

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Photo of Juniper Village at Lebanon
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
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55 reviews
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55 reviews
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My mother has been in Assisted Living at Juniper Village for close to a year. Our initial observations have proven to be true throughout her stay. The facility is always super clean, the staff from top to...
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.
Juniper Village at Lebanon is a senior living community located in Lebanon, PA offering both personal care and independent living. Lebanon is home to just over 24,500 people, and is a beautiful small city in Lebanon County with a railroad and Central Square. Residents can enjoy quiet walks,...
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
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100 reviews
9.6
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100 reviews
5 star
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My Mom has been a resident since [date removed]. It has been a wonderful experience for her. There are tons of daily activities and she has made several friends. The staff really seems to watch out for...
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.
Independent living means living without the responsibilities that come with being a homeowner. Choose from one of the beautifully appointed studio, one and two-bedroom apartments, each with their own kitchen and private bath. Enjoy a host of services and programs that encourage you to live...
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9.5
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86 reviews
9.5
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86 reviews
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People are very nice here. They treat me good. I'm always involved in the activies. I like it here. If you need help with something you tell them and they will help you.
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.
Welcome to Faithful Living, your home away from home nestled in the heart of Denver, PA. Our personal care home and independent living community is rooted in a heartfelt mission to enrich the lives of our senior residents, while providing support and peace of mind to their loved ones in Denver,...
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77 Photos available
9.3
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75 reviews
9.3
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75 reviews
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My father has dementia and is hard to deal with at times. From the move in, assessing his needs, and handling all of it, they have been very helpful and keep us informed about any needs. The staff are...
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.
Autumn House East and Autumn House West offer three levels of care based on your individually assessed needs, including assistance with daily care, housekeeping and medication administration. As your needs change, we can modify the level of assistance by providing onsite special needs management,...
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1313 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.1
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52 reviews
9.1
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52 reviews
5 star
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My mother has gone through a lot of changes in the last few years. She started at Keystone with my father after covid because they were too sick to take care of each other and keep track of their meds. My...
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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1414 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
8.3
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31 reviews
8.3
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31 reviews
5 star
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My father seems to be happy there. The staff has been great at keeping me informed of any issues. Everyone is always friendly and helpful. His room is spacious, and I really like the fact that he has his...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at HersheyIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Hershey, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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66 Photos available
3.0
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14 reviews
3.0
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14 reviews
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Because "A Place for Mom" helped me find St. Johns Herr Estate I now live there. I love it. My cottage is wonderful.....I couldn't be happier. Independent living at its best. I hope I can remain...
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 art of living well is defined at St. John's. Offering the perfect blend of location, lifestyle, supportive services and access to healthcare, St. John's Herr Estate is an established community designed to meet your physical, spiritual and social aspirations. Here you decide how you want to...
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My loved one is here at this community now and is doing well in the memory care unit. My loved one is very happy here. Everything that they do is highly rated and everything is going well. She has settled in...
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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8.6
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15 reviews
8.6
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15 reviews
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My father has been in many facilities over the past year, some where more intense care giving but still had living sections attached for when he was able to move . Country meadows was hands down the top...
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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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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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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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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My Mother in Law (MIL) moved into the Lancaster Country Meadows last summer and absolutely loves it there! Nice big room, good food, lots of activities for everyone if you want to participate. Allows pets,...
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.
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: 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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Garden Spot Village is a great place where the staff truly cares about the residents! Everyone there is so helpful and thoughtful. Their activities and special events are so well thought out and a great time...
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.
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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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 East Petersburg, PA

The average cost of senior living in East Petersburg is $4,375 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Adamstown, PA with an average of $3,575 per month.

Independent living costs in East Petersburg, PA, vs. nearby cities

East Petersburg, PA
$4,375/mo
$3,888/mo

Independent living costs in East Petersburg, PA, vs. state and national averages

East Petersburg, PA
$4,375/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in East Petersburg, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,639/mo
Independent Living
$4,375/mo

Independent living costs in East Petersburg, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,320/mo
Studio
$4,743/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,921/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,546/mo

Senior living costs in East Petersburg 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: East Petersburg, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Petersburg, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,375/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,623/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,639/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
East Petersburg, PA:$4,375/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
East Petersburg, PA:$4,623/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
East Petersburg, PA:$5,639/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in East Petersburg, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in East Petersburg 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 East Petersburg, PA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in East Petersburg 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
East Petersburg, PA$3,878/mo$2,983/mo+30.0%
Pennsylvania$3,316/mo$3,160/mo+4.9%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
East Petersburg, PA
2024 average cost:$3,878/mo
2023 average cost:$2,983/mo
Percent change:+30.0%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,316/mo
2023 average cost:$3,160/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in East Petersburg

Recent reviews for independent living in East Petersburg

Masonic Village at Elizabethtown

5.0
Masonic Village is an avery beautiful place to live. It has numerous and varied activities. The effort that they made to keep us safe during the Covid -19 pandemic was beyond what most of us expected. They go to extremes to keep us safe and comfortable.

The Highlands At Wyomissing a CCRC

4.4
Overall at least a four. I'd give them a five for cleanliness. They've just done an extensive remodel. I couldn't say much more, I just moved in a couple of weeks ago. I've been in pool exercises twice a week, which is what I was looking for. They have a very good system for taking us ...
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St John's Herr Estate in Columbia, PA

5.0
I am happy with the care of this community. We like that it is very nice and clean. The staff is very caring and attentive. They like that they can cook on there own. They offer meals to the community if the residents want to participate. They do have a lot of activities when they want to ...
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East Petersburg independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Petersburg independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Petersburg, 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 East Petersburg 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 East Petersburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Petersburg, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in East Petersburg 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 East Petersburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Petersburg, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Petersburg 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 East Petersburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Petersburg, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
47%
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Juniper Village at Lebanon, Traditions of Hershey and Faithful Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Petersburg, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near East Petersburg, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania are Senior Commons at Powder Mill, Traditions of Hershey and Faithful Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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