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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hawthorn, PA

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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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
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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.
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.
William Penn Care Center is conveniently located in Penn Township near Murrysville, Export, Delmont, Harrison City, and Routes 22 and 66.Even though the Center is less than a mile from a major highway, it is situated in rolling hills with large green vistas.
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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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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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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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I was looking for a place to move my Mom to from CA. From the first phone call to the tour I was pleased with the pleasant experience. After she moved in I was and still am happy we found Seneca hills. The...
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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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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
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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.
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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.
Sherwood Oaks - A Lifestyle of DistinctionEnjoy an expansive campus including lakes, woodlands and a registered arboretum.  As a full lifecare community Sherwood Oaks gives you the freedom to do the things you want now, with health care guaranteed for your future.  Residential...

Cost of independent living in Hawthorn, PA

The average cost of senior living in Hawthorn is $6,730 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brookville, PA with an average of $2,361 per month.

Independent living costs in Hawthorn, PA, vs. nearby cities

Hawthorn, PA
$6,730/mo

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

Hawthorn, PA
$6,730/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Hawthorn, PA, vs. other senior living options

$4,813/mo
Independent Living
$6,730/mo

Independent living costs in Hawthorn, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,365/mo
Studio
$5,050/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,099/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,794/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,368/mo

Senior living costs in Hawthorn 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: Hawthorn, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHawthorn, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$6,730/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$2,262/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,813/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Hawthorn, PA:$6,730/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Hawthorn, PA:$2,262/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Hawthorn, PA:$4,813/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Hawthorn, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hawthorn 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
Hawthorn, PA$3,875/mo$4,250/mo-8.8%
Pennsylvania$3,022/mo$3,023/mo-0.0%
National$2,897/mo$2,812/mo+3.0%
Hawthorn, PA
2024 average cost:$3,875/mo
2023 average cost:$4,250/mo
Percent change:-8.8%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,022/mo
2023 average cost:$3,023/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
National
2024 average cost:$2,897/mo
2023 average cost:$2,812/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hawthorn

Recent reviews for independent living in Hawthorn

Terrace Place at Vincentian in Allison Park, PA

5.0
When trying to find a place for my mother the search was a bit of a downer and all of the places we found just seemed dark and depressing. Until we visited Vicentian Terrace Place. It was bright and just seem more upbeat than anywhere we had been. The apartments were beautiful and the staff was ...
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Shelbourne Personal Care in Butler, PA

5.0
We chose this community for both of my parents.It's very clean and we liked the layout of the room.It's also less expensive than other communities in the area. My mother was very resistant about moving but is now transitioning very well. She is participating in the activities the community ...
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The Waters of Wexford in Warrendale, PA

5.0
I would highly recommend for people to go to The Waters at Wexford, per all my ratings above. They have good people who work there. They know what they're doing, and everyone is friendly. They take good care of my loved one, and everything is going well.

Hawthorn independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hawthorn independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hawthorn, 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 Hawthorn 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 Hawthorn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hawthorn, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Hawthorn 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 Hawthorn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hawthorn, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
13.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hawthorn 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 Hawthorn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hawthorn, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
47%
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