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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Susquehanna County, PA

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zipAveragecost: $3,590

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They have all kinds of activities for the residents. The staff is very pleasant, and the dining room and food are great. I would recommend this facility to anyone.
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.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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Our family member was very withdrawn and apprehensive about the change of his residence--had lived in the same home for 83 years! While his comfort level took several months to improve, he is a much changed...
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.
Conveniently tucked in the sheltering pines is a breath of fresh air. The Pines at Clarks Summit Senior Living, a personal care facility like no other. When it comes time to look for that extra sense of security for your loved one, The Pines is the ideal place. From personal care to Memory...
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This is the place to be around here they are really good to the residents. There are plenty of activities at the residence.
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.
United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus offers seniors a safe and secure community to thrive enjoying peace of mind in knowing they have access to a high quality and compassionate care continuum. As a non-for-profit and faith based organization, we are dedicated to our residents and our Mission of...
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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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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...
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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.
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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Cost of independent living in Susquehanna County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Susquehanna County is $3,590 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vandling, PA with an average of $2,720 per month.

Independent living costs in Susquehanna County, PA, vs. nearby counties

Susquehanna County, PA
$3,590/mo
$3,025/mo

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

Susquehanna County, PA
$3,590/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Susquehanna County, PA, vs. other senior living options

$4,935/mo
Independent Living
$3,590/mo

Independent living costs in Susquehanna County, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,265/mo
Studio
$5,477/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,262/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,839/mo

Senior living costs in Susquehanna County 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: Susquehanna County, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSusquehanna County, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,590/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$2,949/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,935/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Susquehanna County, PA:$3,590/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Susquehanna County, PA:$2,949/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Susquehanna County, PA:$4,935/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Susquehanna County

Recent reviews for independent living in Susquehanna County

Brookdale Castle Gardens in Vestal, NY

5.0
5 for all categories! I would absolutely recommend Brookdale Castle Gardens to other families based on the experience I have had so far.

The Pines Senior Living in Clarks Summit, PA

4.9
We like the facility, mom's studio with 3 closets, big shower and the attentive staff. And attentive administration! Based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families.

Susquehanna County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Susquehanna County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Susquehanna County, 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 Susquehanna County 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 Susquehanna County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Susquehanna County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Susquehanna County 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 Susquehanna County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Susquehanna County 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 Susquehanna County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Castle Gardens, The Pines Senior Living and United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus are the top-rated independent living facilities near Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania is Brookdale Castle Gardens. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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