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The cost of independent living in Glenside is about $4,497 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 31 options. Read 502 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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: 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.
Weston Senior Living Center at Highfiels has been caring for 55+ adults since 1912. Weston has managed the campus since 2011 and purchased the campus from The Masons in 2012. Since then Weston Senior Living has made many upgrades to the Rest Residential and Skilled neighborhoods.Additionally, we...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Glenside, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Glenside is $4,497 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shiloh, NJ with an average of $4,188 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Glenside, NJ vs. nearby cities

Glenside, NJ
$4,497/mo
$4,454/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Glenside, NJ vs. the state and national average

Glenside, NJ
$4,497/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Glenside vs. other types of senior living

$5,480/mo
Independent Living
$4,497/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Glenside, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,856/mo
Studio
$5,484/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,188/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,305/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Glenside

Recent reviews for independent living in Glenside

Meadowcrest at Middletown

3.5
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company ...
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HarborChase of Wilmington

4.8
I'd say that while we expected a challenging transition from independent city life to assisted living, my uncle has been very happy there and that he's made a real home for himself there. We picked this community because it was a combination of the services they offered and the respect he was ...
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Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE

4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Glenside independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glenside independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glenside, 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 Glenside 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 Glenside partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glenside, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Glenside 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 Glenside communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glenside, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.3%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glenside 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 Glenside offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glenside, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.4%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.3%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.4%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.4%
47.4%
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Traditions of Cross Keys, Foulk Living and Merrill Gardens at West Chester are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glenside, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 31 independent living facilities near Glenside, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Glenside, New Jersey are Traditions of Cross Keys and Cardinal Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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