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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Chester County, PA

Last Updated: 12/18/24

If you’re looking for assisted living in Chester County, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Chester County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Chester County.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Chester County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 24 assisted living facilities in the Chester County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Philadelphia, Montgomery or Delaware.

Chester County Assisted Living Facilities | 426 Reviews

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Last Updated: 12/18/24
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Average starting price of Assisted Living in Chester County, PA is $5,201/month. Learn more
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Average starting price $5,201/month
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Recent reviews of Assisted Living in Chester County, PA
The Residences at Manatawny Village in Pottstown, PA
5.0 / 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 / 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 / 5.0

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 make the idea of "value for the money" an impossible concept.

Merrill Gardens at West Chester

1201 Ward Ave, West Chester, PA 19380

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9.7
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56 reviews

When I needed to find senior living for my mother, it was crunch time. I was fortunate enough to quickly find Merrill Gardens in West Chester. They made the transition from private home to senior living...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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Exton Senior Living

600 North Pottstown Pike, Exton, PA 19341

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9.5
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34 reviews

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
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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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St. Martha Villa

490 Manor Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335

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44 reviews

My mother is very happy at St Martha’s and has made some new friends. She enjoys doing some of the activities as well. The food is her only complaint, but she loves being served and not having to cook for...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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Heatherwood Retirement Community

3180 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook, PA 19344

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16 reviews

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
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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,...

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Sunrise of Westtown

1045 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA 19382

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46 reviews

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
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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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Morningside House of Exton

200 Sunrise Boulevard, Exton, PA 19341

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9.1
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61 reviews

Morningside of exton has been nothing short of amazing. The nurses and care takers are all so compassionate and patient. My dad had to be moved with two days notice and they were so accommodating and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Arbor Terrace Exton

100 Oaklands Blvd., Exton, PA 19341

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15 reviews

Staff treated my mother with respect and dignity. Knowing some of the other facilities in the area I not sure if I could have that confidence. Staff interaction was 100% professional. We picked this...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Eagleview Landing

650 Stockton Drive, Exton, PA 19341

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17 reviews

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
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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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Wellington at Hershey's Mill

1361 Boot Road, West Chester, PA 19380

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31 reviews

Outstanding features include no buy-in, initial fee discounts for Veterans, ability to move out with a month's notice, garage parking and storage lockers, referral benefit to current and incoming resident....

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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Freedom Village at Brandywine, a CCRC

15 Freedom Blvd, Coatesville, PA 19320

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30 reviews

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
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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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Friends Home in Kennett

147 West State Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348

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7.5
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16 reviews

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
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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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Simpson Meadows

101 Plaza Dr, Downingtown, PA 19335

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21 reviews

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
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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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Colonial Woods Personal Care Home

1710 Creek Road, Glenmoore, PA 19343

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4 reviews

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

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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The Hickman

400 N Walnut St, West Chester, PA 19380

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5 reviews

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

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,...

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Tel Hai Retirement Community

1200 Tel Hai Circle, Honey Brook, PA 19344

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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

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...

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Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville

300 Strode Ave, Coatesville, PA 19320

9.7
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9 reviews

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 planning on signing up for the evening meal. Wh...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Saint Marthas Nursing Home

470 Manor Ave, Downingtown, PA 19335-2545

Provides: Assisted Living

Arbor Terrace Exton-Duplicate

100 Oaklands Blvd, Exton, PA 19341

3 reviews

I absolutely loved Arbor Terrace Exton, this was actually our first choice. We had kind of a weird situation, they accepted my loved ones but then the placement was blocked by another family member. They...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Crosslands

1660 E Street Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Fieldstone at Chester Springs (Summer 2024)

145 Byers Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Fieldstone at Chester Springs (Summer 2024)

145 Byers Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Brandywine Senior Living At Longwood

301 Victoria Gardens Drive, Kennett Square, PA 19348

13 reviews

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
See all Retirement Unlimited, Inc. communities

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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Kendal At Longwood

1109 East Baltimore Pike, Kennett Square, PA 19348

Belvedere Co

2507 Chestnut St, Chester, PA 19013-4841

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of assisted living in Chester County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Chester County is 5,201 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Terre Hill, PA with an average of 4,505 per month.

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What is assisted living?

Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:

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  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Help with personal care
  • Laundry
  • Social activities and outings
  • 24-hour emergency response
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Traditions of Cross Keys, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and Keystone Villa at Ephrata are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Chester County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 24 assisted living facilities near Chester County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Chester County, Pennsylvania are Merrill Gardens at West Chester. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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