About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bulger, PA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If you’re looking for independent living in the Bulger area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Bulger. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 20 independent living facilities in Bulger, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like North Shore, Fairywood and Windgap.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Pittsburgh, McCandless and Wexford.

Bulger Independent Living Facilities | 281 Reviews

Showing 15 communities
Last Updated: 4/8/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Apple Blossom
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
40 reviews
9.5
Review score
40 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
18%
3 star
10%
2 star
3%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The Memory Care community at Apple Blossom was far beyond anything our family expected! Our father was treated with so much compassion and respect from the moment he walked in the door. The Director and...
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.
See details
Photo of Chartiers Bend Retirement Resort
1616 Photos available
9.3
Review score
20 reviews
9.3
Review score
20 reviews
5 star
85%
4 star
10%
3 star
0%
2 star
5%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I would recommend Chartiers Bend Retirement Resort to others. The staff is amazing. The move in process was just as easy as a regular apartment. For Independent Living, it's exactly what I expect....
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.
Chartiers Bend, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Chartiers Bend’s top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities include EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and luxury with one...
See details
Photo of Paramount Senior Living of Peters Township
11 Photo available
9.2
Review score
28 reviews
9.2
Review score
28 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
21%
3 star
4%
2 star
4%
1 star
18%
See all reviews
She's getting good care here but it's extremely expensive. I wish it didn't cost so much and it's hard to watch her money disappearing with each monthly payment.
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.
See details
Photo of Tapestry Senior Living Moon Township
1111 Photos available
8.7
Review score
36 reviews
8.7
Review score
36 reviews
5 star
39%
4 star
33%
3 star
11%
2 star
6%
1 star
11%
See all reviews
The activities gets a 4 out of 5 because they are inconsistent at times. The Memory Care units are small. The employees made sure to introduce themselves to me and ask questions about my LO. If there is a...
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.
AT MOON TOWNSHIP, IT’S ALL ABOUT YOUTapestry Senior Living knows that you are a unique person with a rich story. You have particular wants and needs — that doesn’t change whether you live in a house, memory care neighborhood, assisted living apartment, treehouse or igloo. The great news for...
See details
Photo of Bethel Park
2020 Photos available
2626 Floor plans available
8.4
Review score
70 reviews
8.4
Review score
70 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
36%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I am very happy here the administrator [name removed] is one on the kindest sincere and caring people I have ever met. Having worked in long term care I have seen how other facilities are run. The girls at...
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.
Bethel Park provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on lovely grounds in a charming suburb of Pittsburgh, you'll appreciate the scenic beauty of our facilities while appreciating the close proximity to one of the nation's most remarkable cities. Enjoy...
See details
Photo of Heritage Valley Senior Living Community
99 Photos available
8.0
Review score
5 reviews
8.0
Review score
5 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
40%
3 star
0%
2 star
20%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The staff at Heritage Valley Senior Living are very helpful and accommodating for situations. It is a very flexible community and an all-around easy process.
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.
Heritage Valley Senior Living Community is located in the beautiful McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania. This Community offers a personal care residence, a memory care neighborhood, and independent living for seniors; allowing seniors to transition to different levels of service on one campus. Our goal...
See details
Photo of Friendship Village - South Hills a CCRC
66 Photos available
6.5
Review score
6 reviews
6.5
Review score
6 reviews
5 star
33%
4 star
17%
3 star
0%
2 star
17%
1 star
33%
See all reviews
My mother received wonderful care at Friendship Village Rehab/Nursing Center after her car accident. She was very depressed and injured. The therapists had her laughing and smiling on day one. For that, I...
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.
Friendship Village of South Hills, a continuing care retirement community located in Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania. Celebrating our 35 year of enriching the lives of seniors, Friendship Village of South Hills has recently achieved "Certified Center for Successful Aging" status. We are one of...
See details
8.0
Review score
1 review
8.0
Review score
1 review
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Harmony at Diamond Ridge is a beautiful new community with outstanding amenities, activities, and caring professionals. I personally toured nine facilities, looking for a place that I thought was ideal for...
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.
See details
Photo of Greenside Meadows
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.
Greenside Meadows Greenside Meadows is a senior living community located in Canonsburg, PA, in Washington County and home to about 9,000 people. Canonsburg is a relaxed borough with a lot of small stores and restaurants amidst the backdrop of pristine mountain views. Residents will enjoy getting...
5 star
25%
4 star
75%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
We chose The Wyngate because of the location and it is by a hospital which is nice. Her room size is on the smaller side, but it is adequate for what she needs. Overall, I would recommend them.
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.
Our assisted living programs have become increasingly popular because they combine professional care with homelike surroundings, reasonable cost, attractive private or semiprivate apartments, and well balanced programs of events and activities. We provide both nurses and around-the-clock...
See details
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Grand View Terrace
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.
Photo of Vanadium Woods
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Photo of Asbury Heights Independent Living
55 Photos available
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.
For more than a century, Asbury Heights has been a leading continuing care retirement community with a focus on improving the lives of older adults in southwestern Pennsylvania. Through its Living Well at Asbury initiative, older adults receive the benefits of evidence-based practices combined...
Photo of The Embassy of Asbury Heights
66 Photos available
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.
For more than a century, Asbury Heights has been a leading continuing care retirement community with a focus on improving the lives of older adults in southwestern Pennsylvania. Through its Living Well at Asbury initiative, older adults receive the benefits of evidence-based practices combined...
Photo of Xavier Personal Care Home
5 star
0%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
50%
See all reviews
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.

Cost of independent living in Bulger, PA

The average cost of senior living in Bulger is $7,080 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Canonsburg, PA with an average of $3,800 per month.

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

Bulger, PA
$7,080/mo
$6,465/mo

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

Bulger, PA
$7,080/mo
U.S. national average
$4,078/mo

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

$6,649/mo
Independent Living
$7,080/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,933/mo
Studio
$5,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,232/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,492/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,950/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bulger over time

Bulger, PAPA stateNational

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Bulger

Recent reviews for independent living in Bulger

The Faidley House in Monongahela, PA

5.0
The food is good. Help with showers due my disabilities is great. Place is warm in winter, cool in summer. Best is how nice the owners and their employee daughters are to all of us.

The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC in Pittsburgh, PA

4.1
The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They communicate appropriately with family, no matter the time of day. We had a family holiday meal catered at the facility and the food was terrific! We will do it again. My brother has met many people he kn there and has also made some new friends. ...
Read more

The Waters of Wexford in Warrendale, PA

4.1
It's expensivve but worth it. It is a very nice community and the staff is very friendly. Overall, it has been a goed experience.

Bulger independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bulger independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bulger, 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 Bulger 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 Bulger partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bulger, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
7.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Bulger 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 Bulger communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bulger, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
16.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Bulger 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 Bulger offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bulger, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

The Residence at Bethel Park, Paramount Senior Living at South Hills and Apple Blossom are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bulger, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 20 independent living facilities near Bulger, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top