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The cost of independent living in Lake Heritage is about $4,563 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 84 options. Read 1233 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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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.
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.
Imagine Living amidst 350 wooded country acres……in a community that can comfortably address your needs for the rest of your life…in a setting unlike any other you’ve ever seen.Welcome to Green Ridge Village, a continuing care retirement community offering independent and assisted living as well...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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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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My mother is at Fahrney Keedy right now. She loves everything about the community even though we are in a pandemic. She has had wonderful experience with the staff members, and getting situated. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Fahrney-Keedy Home and Village is nestled among the foothills of the picturesque Catoctin Mountains of Northern Washington County.  This 90 acre Maryland retirement community offers breathtaking vistas in all directions.  We are located just minutes from Interstates 70 or 81. As a...
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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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My brother and I toured a number of places when we were searching for a new home for our parents. Although Mom died before we could implement the move, we followed through with moving Dad into the Maryland...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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: 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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After careful consideration and much prayer, we felt like God lead us to Transitions, and we have been very satisfied with our Mom’s care. She enjoys the activities and raves about [name removed] who...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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, Independent Living
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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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When my mother told me she wanted to relocate to the Towson area to be near me I knew it was time to look for just the right place. I toured both independent living and assisted living communities in the...
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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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: 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.
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.
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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Lake Heritage, PA

The average cost of senior living in Lake Heritage is $4,563 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Biglerville, PA with an average of $4,095 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Heritage, PA vs. nearby cities

Lake Heritage, PA
$4,563/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Heritage, PA vs. the state and national average

Lake Heritage, PA
$4,563/mo
U.S. national average
$4,192/mo

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

$6,007/mo
Independent Living
$4,563/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lake Heritage, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,387/mo
Studio
$5,318/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,969/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,648/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,525/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lake Heritage over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Heritage

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Heritage

The Terraces at Capitol Village in Harrisburg, PA

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I lived in another community, then needed some rehab. I had a terrible experience where I was before. So coming here I was scared. It has been the very best thing that has ever happened. I am respected and cared for very well. Just wonderful!

Ingleside at King Farm, a CCRC in Rockville, MD

4.6
Overall my mothers happy. Communication was tough at the beginning but has gotten better. They set up covid shots for the residence and made that really easy. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, PA

5.0
I was really impressed with Traditions of Hershey when I recently visited a resident there. The facility itself is well maintained, clean and comfortable. The staff are friendly and courteous and seem to really care about the residents there. They also seem to offer lots of social activities ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautiful and well-maintained facilities. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents enjoying the well-kept facilities at Traditions of Hershey, Residences at Vantage Point CCRC, and Bedford Court, a CCRC. The beauty of the surroundings adds to the overall living experience.
Friendly and caring staff. Several residents express appreciation for the friendly and attentive nature of the staff at their communities, as seen in reviews for Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City, Traditions of Hershey, and Sunrise of Montgomery Village. Staff members go above and beyond to ensure re ...
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Variety of delicious meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Residences at Vantage Point CCRC, Traditions of Hershey, and Kindred Place at Harrisburg, the chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences, making mealt ...
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Safety and security. Several residents mention the sense of safety and security they feel in their communities, such as The Woods At Cedar Run, Heritage and Resorts of Augsburg, and Traditions of Hershey, where staff members are always on hand to assist and ensure residents' well-being.
Access to a variety of activities. Residents enjoy the range of activities offered at their communities, from social events and outings to group activities like bingo and exercise classes. At Traditions of Hershey, Senior Commons at Powder Mill, and Bedford Court, a CCRC, residents have access to a diverse array of activiti ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating management. Reviews highlight the thoughtful and accommodating nature of community management, as seen in reviews for Holiday Essex House, Sunrise of Montgomery Village, and The Terraces at Capitol Village, where staff members go above and beyond to meet residents' needs and make their living experien ...
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Lake Heritage independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Heritage independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Heritage, 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 Lake Heritage 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 Lake Heritage partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Heritage, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.7%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.6%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
32.4%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.5%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Heritage 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 Lake Heritage communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Heritage, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.2%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.7%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
33.8%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Heritage 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 Lake Heritage offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Heritage, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.1%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.9%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.4%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.7%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.1%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.5%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.6%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.4%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
45.1%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
25.4%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.3%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.7%
47.4%
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Sunrise of Montgomery Village, Bedford Court, a CCRC and Traditions of Hershey are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Heritage, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 84 independent living facilities near Lake Heritage, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lake Heritage, Pennsylvania are Sunrise of Montgomery Village, Bedford Court, a CCRC and Traditions of Hershey. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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