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The Birches at Newtown

70 Durham Road, Newtown, PA 18940

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9.7
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132 reviews
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9.7
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132 reviews
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  • 4 star
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  • 3 star
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Roseann N

Resident/client

5.0 out of 5 stars

Life at The Birches

The Birches truly feels like home. I’m able to bring all of my belongings and even some of my furniture into my studio apartment, which makes my space feel comfortable and familiar. I enjoy the activities offered here — especially the twice-daily exercise classes led by an exercise physiologist, our shopping trips, and Bingo. I’ve met so many wonderful women that I look forward to seeing every day, and I’ve made great friends at my assigned table during meals. The food is delicious with plenty of variety, and I love the themed parties, especially Oktoberfest. Living here has been such a positive experience.

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The Birches at Newtown

About the facility

The Birches at Newtown provides options for personal care as well as memory care. You’ll find a warm, welcoming community with rustic touches reminiscent of a New England cottage. Cozy, shaded seating on the front porch offers a restful spot while the well-maintained courtyards and wide walking paths provide more opportunities to enjoy nature. Inside, you’ll find intimate seating areas, a grand piano waiting for you to play, and fun spots like a movie theater where you can watch your favorite films. Best of all, this community is pet friendly!

The surrounding area will give you a nice blend of a quiet, suburban life and all the amenities you could wish for. You’ll find several types of restaurants nearby, along with shopping. Newtown, Pennsylvania has a rich history you can explore, too. Visit The Court Inn, also known as the Half-Moon Inn, built in 1733. This restored space serves as the headquarters of the Newtown Historic Association, making it the perfect spot to begin studying the local history. For a fun afternoon, head to the Rose Bank Winery, which has a tasting room located in the historic Buckman Barn. Whatever interests you, you’ll find several places worth visiting just minutes away...

Senior living options offered

  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care

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Amenities

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Healthcare Services

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Memory Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management

Meals & Dining

  • No Sugar
  • Meals Provided
  • Room Service
  • Low / No Sodium

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Kitchenette
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Air Conditioned

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Private Dining Room
  • Café or Bistro

Transportation & parking

  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Transportation at Cost

Pets

  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed

Common areas

  • TV Lounge
  • Meeting Room
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace

Recreational areas

  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Golf Course or Putting Green
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Raised Garden Beds

Services

  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping

Languages spoken

  • English

Activities

  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest

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for The Birches at Newtown

9.7 out of 10
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Overall Experience
4.7
Cleanliness
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Care Services
4.7
Staff
4.9
Meals & Dining
4.6
Activities
4.7
Value for Cost
4.6

A Place for Mom has scored The Birches at Newtown with 9.7 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Birches at Newtown has 132 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.7 out of 5.

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Roseann N

Assisted Living

Resident/client

October 2, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars

Life at The Birches

The Birches truly feels like home. I’m able to bring all of my belongings and even some of my furniture into my studio apartment, which makes my space feel comfortable and familiar. I enjoy the activities offered here — especially the twice-daily exercise classes led by an exercise physiologist, our shopping trips, and Bingo. I’ve met so many wonderful women that I look forward to seeing every day, and I’ve made great friends at my assigned table during meals. The food is delicious with plenty of variety, and I love the themed parties, especially Oktoberfest. Living here has been such a positive experience.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Myrna K

Assisted Living

Resident/client

October 2, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars

Could of gone home, but chose to stay

I moved to The Birches four years ago with my husband as he needed care for Parkinson’s. Since his passing, I’ve chosen to stay because of the warm, family-like environment I’ve found here. I enjoy the activities, and the staff keeps us active and connected, which has been so important for my emotional well-being. My daughter lives in Yardley and visits frequently, and she’s happy to see me thriving in this community.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Ed P

Assisted Living

Resident/client

October 2, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars

Thankful for The Birches

I’ve been at The Birches at Newtown for 3½ years, and the staff have always been kind, attentive, and supportive. Whenever I have a health concern, someone is right there to address it. My apartment is spacious and very comfortable, and the housekeepers maintain it beautifully each week. The food is nourishing, and I enjoy spending time and conversing with my friends. I would gladly recommend this community to others.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Bob L

Assisted Living

Resident/client

October 2, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars

Back on My Feet Again

The therapists at The Birches at Newtown helped me get stronger and walk again. When I first arrived, I felt weak, but now I’m able to walk with my walker around the perimeter of the community. I feel more confident every day and have made some wonderful friendships along the way.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Therese D

Assisted Living

Resident/client

October 2, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars

Donut Worry

The Birches at Newtown has been a wonderful place to live. Everyone is so nice, the community is spotless, and the food is very good. I stay active with exercise classes, word games, Friday happy hour, and card games with my friends. I love that my friends can visit anytime. My Studio Deluxe apartment has so much space, and I enjoy it every day.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Shari Trotman

Assisted Living

Resident/client

October 2, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars

Happy at The Birches

I am so happy that I chose The Birches. I feel safe, secure, and truly at home. I’ve made many friends here, and so many of us share the same interests. I play cards every night and enjoy participating in the group activities—Word in a Word is my favorite. And of course, everyone loves bingo. The fitness classes offered twice a day help keep us strong and active. I enjoy life here so much that I recommended The Birches to my best friends. They’ll be moving in next month, and I can’t wait for them to join the community.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Bill M

Assisted Living

Resident/client

October 2, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars

Great Place

I’ve found the residents to be very kind, and the employees go out of their way to make sure everyone’s needs are met. The Physical Therapy team has been wonderful as well. I recently had the chance to work with the activities staff to serve coffee to the residents. With over 45 years in the coffee business, it was a pleasure to bring a bit of my background into the community.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Dawn M

Memory Care

Family/friend

September 22, 2026

3.0 out of 5 stars
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Review for The Birches at Newtown

Getting her in was quick. paperwork was lost, she was not in there system for weeks. miscommunication regarding PT/OT and doctors. she went in on a walker and was immediately placed in a wheelchair. you have to be diligent in the follow up. Not the start we had hoped for.

Terri H

Assisted Living

Family/friend

August 13, 2026

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Overall would recommend

She has only been there about 6 weeks and still working out some issues but overall happy. She is not happy with food but she lost her dentures and is on a soft diet until they can be replaced. So as far as food, hard to offer true opinion. Her room is nice size and she has necessary amenities but I'm not happy with the frequency of laundry services and pushing to get that resolved. All minor things that will be resolved soon. Staff is responsive to our concerns and working to address.

Diane H

Not Sure

Toured community

May 12, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars

My initial tour at The Birches memory care left me with only positives. The facility is meticulous, clean, and organized, giving me confidence in their care standards. They offer several room size options and stimulating group activities. [Name removed] my guide and initial phone contact, possesses total understanding and empathy for the family of the loved one with memory issues. She answered all my questions with knowledgeable responses and sensed my mixed, unspoken emotions during the tour. I am certain as I proceed in my search of facilities that The Birches will remain on my list of strong considerations for a memory facility.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Michaelene N

Not Sure

Toured community

March 31, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars

The Birches is very clean, lovingly maintained, has high ceilings and plenty of natural sunlight. [Name Removed] customized the tour by emphasizing my mother-in-law’s interests and hobbies. We met many of the residents who were thoroughly delightful. Our family is very impressed by the level of care provided for the residents and we highly recommend that it should be on everyone’s “must consider” list.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Resident/client

January 3, 2026

4.0 out of 5 stars

Fun at Birches

I have been here over a year. I have made lots of friends. Everyone is pleasant and wonderful. I enjoy exercise daily games, special events. The live entertainment is enjoyable for personal care and memory care.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Geoff A

Assisted Living

Resident/client

January 3, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars

The Birches at Newtown- caring community

The Birches at Newtown is a caring community of 50+ years of age. The residents are well cared for by the staff of the resident facility and the years population in Newtown are usually invited to participate in the special events. There are couple of varied activities and the facility is large across the street from the Newtown shopping center. Both the staff and the excellent and are friendly.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Resident/client

December 23, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

Nice place to live. I live her with my husband. They have a lot of activity for resident to take part in.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Resident/client

December 11, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

My new home

My new home is a sense of community. We are all here for one another wishing each other the belt. The activities are the best and plentiful something for everyone.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Glenn M

Assisted Living

Family/friend

October 30, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

How am I doing?

Immaculate. Employees CARES! Safety is paramount. Expensive.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Michael

Assisted Living

Family/friend

June 5, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

Birches delivered what we were looking for.

The Birches has been a wonderful home for my mother. We were looking for excellent care, engaging activities, a connection to a Jewish community, good value, and a location close to family—and The Birches has delivered. The transition was a big one, but she’s genuinely happy, and I’m deeply grateful. The staff are caring, attentive, and responsive. Her apartment feels like home, and she participates in everything from games and art projects to live music and holiday celebrations. While the building is a bit older, it’s clean and well-maintained, and the dining areas are warm and bright. We’d love more menu variety, but the team actively seeks feedback and is working on improvements. Most importantly, we have peace of mind knowing she’s safe, supported, and thriving in a community that truly cares.

Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

May 19, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Client Observations

Good: attractive physical plant; great location; some very good staff members. Improvements to lift rating: better direction of staff ; better training of employees ; less reliance on agency personnel in care giving roles.

Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

April 30, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Bright, sunny, clean friendly place for senior living

The facility and staff are wonderful. It smells clean, the people are wonderful, energy is good. Unfortunately the staff has high turnover and so very short staffed bc of the type of work (God's work). Any progress made with lunch or activities is usually set back due to staff shortages. The team that is there is wonderful. So trying to balance the staffing difficulties with the goodness of the facility itself which. Is top notch

Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
3.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
1.0

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Resident/client

April 17, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars

Very happy with facility and administrative staff. Have had some dissatisfaction with call bell response time, but it seems to be improving. Everyone tries to accommodate.

Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
3.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

The Birches at Newtown

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  • Know Pennsylvania’s regulations for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Depending on your state, you may even be able to look up inspection reports for the communities you’re considering. Learn more about Pennsylvania’s regulations for memory care and download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports.

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  • Confirm the availability of required services. Before committing, make sure that the community offers all the services your loved one needs, and that those services can be provided within your budget.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Birches at Newtown

  • The Birches at Newtown offers Studio, 1 Bedroom and Semi-Private. Learn more.
  • Call (215) 497-7400 to reach a resident at The Birches at Newtown.

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