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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shunk, PA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Shunk 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 Shunk. 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 27 independent living facilities in Shunk, 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 Towanda, Muncy and Hughesville.
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We had a very good experience with the facility and staff. Staff was very helpful with moving in and changing rooms. Food was bland and meals repetitive. This is understandable considering the population...
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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Overall, the staff is very friendly and helpful. They have been kind to my father. There is not a license clinicians after hours. Which limits some options. When I evaluated Vintage Knolls, they had explain...
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.
Three meals per day plus snacks Assistance with all Activities of Daily living including: bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication monitoring and management. Coordination of medical appointments. Linen and Housekeeping services. Scheduled transportation for all planned events and...
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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...
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Very pretty, like a very nice hotel/county club. Staff is exceptional, accommodating and friendly. Residents are very social and welcoming. Very homey.
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 Village at Greenbriar is a gated community offering personal care and independent living conveniently located on one site. Our 24hr. personal care staff is available to assist with nutrition, bathing, dressing, personal activities and administering of medications. We provide the assistance...
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
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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: 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.
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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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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.
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village is a senior living community located in Lewisburg, PA. Lewisburg is located in Union County and is home to about 5,600 people. Lewisburg is a quaint town with local shops and stores where residents can walk around and shop, pay their bills, go out for lunch and to...
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
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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
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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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This small care home is located just outside the town of Factoryville on Route 6 west. It is designed specifically for seniors who require minimal to moderate care. Three meals are provided. Each resident...
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.
Lithia Valley Manor Lithia Valley Manor is a senior care home that is located in the small borough of Factoryville, PA and in Wyoming county. Factoryville is a small borough with less than 1,200 residents in the entire city. The quaint city is home to Keystone College and the Nokomis Forest...
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
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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: 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 Shunk, PA
The average cost of senior living in Shunk is $3,244 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mansfield, PA with an average of $2,289 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shunk, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shunk, PA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shunk, PA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Shunk
Recent reviews for independent living in Shunk
Vintage Knolls in Danville, PA
4.0
It's roomy, many areas where residents can spend individual time or visit with other residents without being alone in their rooms all the time. Quality of food is very good. I think it is very homey.
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!
Masonic Village at Dallas
5.0
The property is neat and clean and very well maintained. The staff is extremely accommodating and attentive to our every need. Despite the pandemic, main staff have worked every day, even providing adult services such as delivery meals to my door. A minor complaint is that we only have one ...
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Shunk independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shunk independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shunk, 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 Shunk 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 Shunk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shunk, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
4.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
4.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shunk 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 Shunk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shunk, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
4.8%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shunk 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 Shunk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shunk, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
9.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
19%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
19%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
19%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
19%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
4.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Nottingham Village, Vintage Knolls and Appleridge Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shunk, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 27 independent living facilities near Shunk, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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