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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Effort, PA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Effort 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 Effort. 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 17 independent living facilities in Effort, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Midway Manor, Earn and Charlotte's Neighborhood.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Allentown, Nazareth and Bethlehem.
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Living here at Traditions of Hanover is working out very well for my wife and I. We are pleased! Our apartment here is very comfortable. The staff at Traditions of Hanover is attentive and the food that we...
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.
Opportunity and choice are what Traditions of Hanover brings to seniors in the Lehigh Valley. Traditions of Hanover provides opportunity for seniors who might not be able to afford a retirement community because of its financial structure. Traditions features no entrance fees and a month to month...
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I cannot say enough about how great Sterling Heights is. The people there are wonderful, caring and nice. They all go above and beyond to help. The food is delicious, and the dining room is like going to 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.
We believe that Sterling Heights is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure. At Sterling Heights, our management teams live on-site, and are...
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We were welcomed with open arms. Staff and residents are so friendly and helpful. Moms room is cozy and she has adjusted well. Great place to keep busy as well. Dining room has delicious food and the...
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.
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The office team was very responsive and is attentive to my in laws needs. Maintenance is there when ever they need help with anything at all. it's clean but I feel like it never smells disinfected or...
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.
Shawnee Ridge is an independent living community designed to meet the needs of active residents 55 years of age and older. Our residents enjoy independence and privacy in their apartments and town homes and have the option to participate in weekly activities. All residents enjoy maintenance free...
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Walden III is a great place. My mom really likes it there. The staff is helpful and friendly. Mom doesn't eat on the common area she is still able to cook for herself. Since mom live in the part of the...
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.
Walden III at Wind GapWalden III at Wind Gap is a senior living community located in Wind Gap, PA, in Northampton County. Wind Gap is a small borough with beautiful mountain views in the Lehigh Valley with a lot of parks, outdoor recreational facilities, restaurants, stores and shops. Residents...
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My mom has been living at Country Meadows, in the Pathways Unit, for over a year and a half. She has a lovely apartment with many of her own items from home, creating a warm, comfortable and familiar...
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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My loved one was previously a resident at Moravian Hall Square and the experience at this facility was great. They were well staffed, very clean, friendly and everything in the building worked and if...
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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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.
For over twenty years we have been proud to present this unique concept in assisted living and independent living for older adults, in a beautiful country setting. It is our aim to provide you with the services and programs you need to maintain independent, dignified living. Our staff is...
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As I reflect on a bustling and boisterous Thanksgiving day with my family (Mom included), many things come to mind - impossibly delicious food, hilarious antics, and special family connections. I can safely...
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.
Whether you’re a resident or visitor you’re important to us. Our goal is always to make you feel welcome at our Senior Living Community. Here at The Chandler Estates, we promote an active, elegant, rural and independent lifestyle molded to suit each individual resident. We are “Proud to make 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.
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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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The care provided for my loved one at Sacred Heart Senior Living by the Creek has been exceptional. The staff is very friendly and take good care of her needs. The atmosphere is really homey and warm. I have...
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: Memory Care, Independent Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Cost of independent living in Effort, PA
The average cost of senior living in Effort is $3,551 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Side, PA with an average of $2,705 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Effort, PA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Effort
Recent reviews for independent living in Effort
Country Meadows of Bethlehem
4.1
Connections at Country Meadows Bethlehem is in a lovely setting. The staff is made up of kind, caring, patient people. Everything is positive and upbeat, and the food is amazing!
Grace Park Seniors Living Well in Stroudsburg, PA
5.0
We were welcomed with open arms. Staff and residents are so friendly and helpful. Moms room is cozy and she has adjusted well.
Great place to keep busy as well.
Dining room has delicious food and the property is very clean and well kept
Atria Bethlehem
4.4
The energetic gal who runs Engage Life, [name removed], is not only the activity director she has artistic beauty in decorating the community for holidays and all events. Many residents and visitors have remarked about the beauty that we have at Atria Bethlehem. The programs we have are tailored ...
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Effort independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Effort independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Effort, 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 Effort 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 Effort partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Effort, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Effort 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 Effort communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Effort, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Effort 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 Effort offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Effort, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Traditions of Hanover, Atria Bethlehem and Riverton Enhanced Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Effort, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 17 independent living facilities near Effort, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Effort, Pennsylvania are Traditions of Hanover and Riverton Enhanced Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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