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8 Best Independent Living Communities in South Franklin, PA
If you’re looking for independent living in the South Franklin 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 South Franklin. 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 8 independent living facilities in South Franklin, 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 East Carnegie.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Mount Lebanon, Castle Shannon and Bethlehem.
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9.7
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38 reviews
I don't have care as this is independent living. Unless you want to refer to the housekeeping staff who change my sheets and provide clean towels weekly. There is an organization renting space that contracts...
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.
The Residence at Bethel Park is a vibrant Retirement Community nestled in the South Hills neighborhood of Bethel Park, not far from Downtown Pittsburgh. At the Residence at Bethel Park, it is not like home. It is home!At The Residence at Bethel Park, you can live the life you want to. Enjoy...
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28 reviews
I was told at my first walkthrough that they never have much turnover and all caregivers have been there long term. That was one of top reasons I chose Paramount. That has become apparent to me in these 3...
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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6 reviews
My mother received wonderful care at Friendship Village Rehab/Nursing Center after her car accident. She was very depressed and injured. The therapists had her laughing and smiling on day one. For that, I...
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.
Friendship Village of South Hills, a continuing care retirement community located in Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania. Celebrating our 35 year of enriching the lives of seniors, Friendship Village of South Hills has recently achieved "Certified Center for Successful Aging" status. We are one of...
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11 reviews
I love all the staff here. They are very helpful and you can go to them with your concerns and they address them in a very professional manner. The house is very clean and free of any odors. The food is very...
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.
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.
Greenside Meadows Greenside Meadows is a senior living community located in Canonsburg, PA, in Washington County and home to about 9,000 people. Canonsburg is a relaxed borough with a lot of small stores and restaurants amidst the backdrop of pristine mountain views. Residents will enjoy getting...
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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Cost of independent living in South Franklin, PA
The average cost of senior living in South Franklin is $3,762 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesburg, PA with an average of $2,365 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Franklin, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Franklin, PA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in South Franklin, PA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in South Franklin
Recent reviews for independent living in South Franklin
The Residence at Bethel Park
5.0
Mom enjoys the wildlife: deer, rabbits, squirrel, chipmunks,etc. It's like being home. Very good food at reasonable price for guests. Custodial staff cleans room 1x per week. Mom very appreciate. No oven or stove in apartment which is good idea. Reduces fire hazard. Wide variety of ...
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The Faidley House in Monongahela, PA
5.0
The food is good. Help with showers due my disabilities is great. Place is warm in winter, cool in summer. Best is how nice the owners and their employee daughters are to all of us.
The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC in Pittsburgh, PA
4.1
The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They communicate appropriately with family, no matter the time of day. We had a family holiday meal catered at the facility and the food was terrific! We will do it again. My brother has met many people he kn there and has also made some new friends. ...
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South Franklin independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Franklin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Franklin, 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 South Franklin 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 South Franklin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Franklin, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Franklin 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 South Franklin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Franklin, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Franklin 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 South Franklin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Franklin, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Residence at Bethel Park, Brookdale Mt. Lebanon and Paramount Senior Living at South Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Franklin, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near South Franklin, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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