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10 Best Nursing Homes in Kennett Square, PA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Kennett Square nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Kennett Square, PA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Kennett Square or another care type is right for you. Browse 38 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Kennett Square.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Forest Park, Kentmere and Buttonwood.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Kennett Square, PA

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Cost of nursing homes in Kennett Square, PA

The average cost of senior living in Kennett Square is $5,504 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Christiana, PA with an average of $5,190 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kennett Square, PA vs. nearby cities

Kennett Square, PA
$5,504/mo
$5,391/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kennett Square, PA vs. the state and national average

Kennett Square, PA
$5,504/mo
U.S. national average
$4,840/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kennett Square vs. other types of senior living

$5,855/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,504/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Kennett Square, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,507/mo
Studio
$5,930/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,289/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,398/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Kennett Square over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Kennett Square

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Kennett Square

Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
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Simpson Meadows in Downingtown, PA

3.9
I can't recommend the community due to the way we exited the community. We had multiple attempts to reconcile a balance due and it was never resolved and we never heard back on a resolution to this.

Springfield Crossings

4.1
There are some staff members that go out of their way to help and assist my mother then there are a few that act as if it a bother to help. I am being very honest but for the most part they keep the residents safe and active.

Kennett Square nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kennett Square nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kennett Square, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Kennett Square nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Kennett Square that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kennett Square, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kennett Square nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Kennett Square Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kennett Square, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kennett Square nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kennett Square partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kennett Square, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Kennett Square nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kennett Square communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kennett Square, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
36%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kennett Square nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Kennett Square offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kennett Square, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
48%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
48%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
24%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at West Chester, Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville and Foulk Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 38 nursing homes facilities near Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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