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Assisted living costs in Chester County average about $5,454 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 23 communities in Chester County. Our detailed directory has 419 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Exton Senior Living
1010 Photos available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.7
Review score
34 reviews
9.7
Review score
34 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
15%
3 star
9%
2 star
3%
1 star
6%
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Our mother stayed in the Memory Care unit at Exton Senior Living for a month of respite care. ESL took excellent care of our mother, and she responded very well to the staff too! Every morning and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Exton Senior Living, a premier senior living community located conveniently off of Route 100 in Exton, Pennsylvania. Convenient to West Chester, Downingtown, Paoli and Chester Springs, Exton Senior Living is in close proximity to shopping, dining and houses of worship. Exton Senior...
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2020 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.7
Review score
55 reviews
9.7
Review score
55 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
20%
3 star
2%
2 star
5%
1 star
5%
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The facility is convenient and in a good location. Merrill Gardens should pay more attention to cleanliness of the Garden Center (memory care) and the main dining room on the first floor. The caregivers are...
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.
Arbour Square at West Chester is truly a unique rental community. Located in a beautiful, small town rich in history, Arbour Square stands out as something new and exciting, above and beyond the ordinary. A community where there’s always something interesting or fun going on, and where you’ll...
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Photo of Heatherwood Retirement Community
1414 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
16 reviews
9.4
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
25%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
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The facility is a bit run down in areas but they keep common rooms and areas of dining clean. They struggle to retain staff and that can get the residents down. Not sure if it is a top issue but there is...
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.
HEATHERWOOD RETIREMENT COMMUNITY is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year, a community of Life Care Centers of America which operates more than 260 skilled nursing homes, assisted living and independent living communities and Alzheimer's centers.CONTINUUM-OF-CARE CAMPUSOur caring,...
Photo of St. Martha Villa
1212 Photos available
9.3
Review score
41 reviews
9.3
Review score
41 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
20%
3 star
2%
2 star
7%
1 star
12%
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What we like the most about St. Martha Villa is the staff. The yare attentive and know everyone's name, even on the independent living side. St. Martha's was just the right place for my mom at that point in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Since our founding in 2003, St. Martha Villa has proudly served in the Chester County Community by providing exceptional care. Our bright, spacious, one story building is situated on a beautifully landscaped campus with numerous outdoor gardens, walking paths and even a putting green! The...
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Photo of Sunrise of Westtown
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
46 reviews
9.2
Review score
46 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
35%
3 star
11%
2 star
4%
1 star
4%
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The staff. Well trained, friendly, always available, engages with residents & well staffed (always enough people). We would recommend the Sunrise of Westtown community to other families who may need a place...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...
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Photo of Morningside House of Exton
1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.1
Review score
60 reviews
9.1
Review score
60 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
25%
3 star
10%
2 star
3%
1 star
8%
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I'd say the community accomplishes exactly what it intends to. We feel comfortable that my MIL is safe and if something happens there will always be someone to help. My MIL does not take advantage of so many...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace Exton
1717 Photos available
8.7
Review score
14 reviews
8.7
Review score
14 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
36%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
1 star
7%
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We searched all the facilities in our area. When spoke to Mom about what we were planning and she was willing to go to Arbor Terrace after paying a visit. Arbor is well presented when coming through the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
For more than three decades, The Arbor Company has been dedicated to providing the lifestyle and amenities that keep seniors feeling their very best. The newest addition to the Arbor Terrace family, Arbor Terrace Exton is a senior living community slated to open in early 2021. It will be a place...
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Photo of Eagleview Landing
1717 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
17 reviews
8.5
Review score
17 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
29%
3 star
6%
2 star
6%
1 star
12%
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We had a good experience at eagle view, but my dad passed away in [date removed]. They were very compassionate about it. I know some folks had issues but I did not really experience that. Only a couple of...
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.
Introducing Eagleview Landing, the newest senior living community in Exton, PA. The location just outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is close to perfect. The comfort of Independent Living, Personal Care and Memory Care is reassuring. And the luxury? Isn't that always nice? Eagleview Landing is...
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Photo of Freedom Village at Brandywine, a CCRC
1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
30 reviews
8.5
Review score
30 reviews
5 star
83%
4 star
0%
3 star
7%
2 star
3%
1 star
7%
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My husband and I moved to IL at Freedom Village during the pandemic. the staff was so helpful as we navigated the real estate difficulties and made our move easy and smooth. We love the activities - I am...
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.
Are you ready for fewer chores and more adventures? Located in historic Chester County, our continuing care retirement community, also known as a CCRC, gives you access to four levels of care on one campus, including independent living, personal care home, memory care, and skilled nursing. Plus,...
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Photo of Wellington at Hershey's Mill
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
Pricing promotions expiring soon
8.2
Review score
30 reviews
8.2
Review score
30 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
47%
3 star
0%
2 star
3%
1 star
10%
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Staff are extremely helpful and friendly. The rooms are large in assisted living and the facility itself is very easy to maneuver around.
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.
Independent Living for Active SeniorsWellington at Hershey's Mill in West Chester, PA is an independent living residential community for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free...
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Photo of Friends Home in Kennett
1717 Photos available
7.5
Review score
16 reviews
7.5
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
38%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
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The staff was the biggest plus, the staff are wonderful. The location was convenient, easy parking, very nice outdoor space for visits and we would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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 Friends Home in Kennett Square is a non-profit senior living community thatoffers a variety of living options to help residents remain independent and active. Historic Kennett Square, a beautiful and close-knit community, offers an abundance of resources for our residents. A wonderful...
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Photo of Simpson Meadows
11 Photo available
5 star
61%
4 star
29%
3 star
0%
2 star
5%
1 star
5%
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Everything has been good. The people have been friendly, both the people working here and the people living here. And I really like my apartment. It feels homey.
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.
Simpson Meadows is Central Chester County's premier non-profit continuing care retirement community, with more than a 150 year history of service to senior adults as a member of the Simpson Senior Services network. Our philosophy of care includes maximizing resident independence at an affordable...
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Photo of Colonial Woods Personal Care Home
77 Photos available
5 star
75%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
25%
1 star
0%
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The staff at this community seem laid back and although I know they are there we do not always see them. The residents seem to like this as it is a quiet community. My mother in law is happy with the food,...
Provides: Assisted 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.
WHEELER CARE CENTERS offer something most others don't....We're house in the country! Does the countryside of Chester County, PA and a view overlooking the Brandywine Creek appeal to you? How about an inspiring and relaxing view of the woods from a lovely enclosed sunroom? Or walking trails...
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Photo of The Hickman
1515 Photos available
1.0
Review score
5 reviews
1.0
Review score
5 reviews
5 star
0%
4 star
60%
3 star
20%
2 star
0%
1 star
20%
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We had one little glitch with the head nurse. She wanted to move my loved one into memory care after two weeks, but their admissions director and acting ED said he didn’t need that. So I was able to talk...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Hickman, a senior living residential and personal care community has been providing excellent care to the residents of Chester County and the surrounding area for over a century. Founded by two Quaker women in 1891, The Hickman is conveniently located in the heart of historic West Chester,...
Photo of Tel Hai Retirement Community
66 Photos available
5 star
20%
4 star
60%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
20%
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The staff here is wonderful and I really appreciate the was that they took care of my mom. The community is clean and the rehab has been going very well. The food is good and I really have not had any...
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.
Lakeview is part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) situated in one of the most appealing areas of the country, where you'll be continually inspired by the beauty of your surroundings. With our Honey Brook, Pennsylvania address and Chester County setting, the community is bordered...
9.7
Review score
9 reviews
9.7
Review score
9 reviews
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
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0%
2 star
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We moved here in December and everyone is very helpful. We are happy with the apartment we have now. We were not happy with what was available when we first came. We don't have the meal plan but are...
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: Assisted 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.
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5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Photo of Crosslands
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Photo of Brandywine Senior Living At Longwood
5 star
61%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
8%
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My mother in law had a life changing event about a year ago. She moved here from out of state and was living with us for a while and it was difficult for her. We looked at several places and decided on...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.

Cost of assisted living in Chester County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Chester County is $5,454 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Morgan, PA with an average of $4,871 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester County, PA vs. nearby counties

Chester County, PA
$5,454/mo
$5,462/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester County, PA vs. the state and national average

Chester County, PA
$5,454/mo
U.S. national average
$4,797/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,454/mo
$5,979/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Chester County, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,348/mo
Studio
$5,564/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,816/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,061/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Chester County over time

Chester County, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Chester County, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Chester County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Chester County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Chester County

The Residences at Manatawny Village in Pottstown, PA

5.0
They did a good job catering to his food preferences, the staff was super friendly and super with him, care was outstanding. We would most definitely recommend this community to other families.

Forwood Manor in Wilmington, DE

5.0
Wonderful facility! Everyone was so helpful, positive and greeted us like we were family. My aunt and uncle will thrive under their care. Thank you [names removed] and the rest of the staff for making Forwood such a wonderful home for families.

Millcroft Living in Newark, DE

4.5
The assisted living staff are excellent. Caring, attentive, patient, and friendly. Parking can be a pain is the only really negative thing I would say. The room sizes are good, my mom is happy with it. The last question is not a knock on Millcroft, its just the absurd costs of elderly care ...
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Chester County review score based on 122 family reviews

8.4
Review score23 facilities122 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 122 reviews of 23 Chester County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Chester County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Chester County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Chester County, PA23 facilities
8.8
Modena, PA14 facilities
8.3
Downingtown, PA19 facilities

Review subcategories for Chester County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 122 reviews of 23 Chester County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Chester County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Chester County, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Chester County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester County, 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 Chester County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Chester County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chester County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.2%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.8%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.2%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.8%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.5%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Chester County assisted living

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 Chester County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chester County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.2%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.2%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.5%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.7%
13.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chester County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chester County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.1%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.8%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
47.8%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.2%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13%
13.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chester County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.5%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.2%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
39.1%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.1%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester County assisted 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 assisted living communities in Chester County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.2%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.8%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.9%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.2%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.8%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.8%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
56.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
47.8%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.5%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Chester County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Chester County protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Exton Senior Living, Merrill Gardens at West Chester and Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Chester County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 23 assisted living facilities near Chester County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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