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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Chester, PA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Chester 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 Chester. 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 13 independent living facilities in Chester, 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 West Oak Lane, Melrose Park Gardens and East Germantown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Philadelphia, Wilmington and Bryn Mawr.
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9.7
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41 reviews
The reason we gave the meals a 4 is because it is a smaller facility, their menu is not that big but the quality of food is above average. There are activities everyday but some days have more than others....
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.
Foulk Manor North offers our residents a continuum of care encompassing independent living, assisted living, memory care in our Bridge to Rediscovery community and skilled nursing. Set on ten beautifully wooded acres, right next to the New Castle County Brandywine Hundred Library, Foulk Manor...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.6
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33 reviews
From my first call to A place for mom to move in day ( yes it took 18 months) my experience was great. the staff at wesley from sales to maintenance and security is wonderful! The overall facility is...
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.
Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line is a senior living community located in Media, PA. Media is a small borough in Delaware County, west of Philadelphia and home to about 5,500 people. Residents can take part in a host of activities including going out to local...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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55 Floor plans available
9.5
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52 reviews
It's a nice community and mom likes it there. We picked this community because it was a new facility . Meals included in rent . No huge sign on cost
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.
Combine amazing service, great friends, and resort-level amenities and you’ve got the perfect recipe for all the comforts of home. Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills offers Independent Living, Personal Care and Memory Care all in one campus for flexibility and convenience.With amenities like a...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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30 reviews
We are so grateful to have found this fine place for our family member. Every step of the way there was great info, consistent support, and for every question a clear and readily available answer. After 6...
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.
Forwood Manor sits on 13 beautifully manicured acres and is located just minutes from I-95. Close to shopping and cultural sites, we offer a full-service rental retirement community with the best social and transportation programs, along with well-designed and spacious apartments. We invite you...
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8.5
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10 reviews
They take great care of me and it would be hard to find somewhere else. Every time I need something they are "Johny on the Spot" I will be here for 3 years this August and feels like home!
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.
Located in Wilmington, DE, Ivy Gables is proud to be a trusted choice for senior living, assisted living, and memory care in New Castle County, Delaware. Owned and operated by George and Tammy Loudon for many decades, Ivy Gables was acquired by Asbury Communities, Inc., in December 2023.Asbury...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
8.5
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28 reviews
Inquirer about the food menu for at least a week Apartment sizes and amenities offered are great Nice friendly place to live Highly recommend
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.
We believe that Ivy Creek Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Ivy Creek, our management teams live on-site...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.0
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12 reviews
5 stars for all questions! Plush Mills is a small facility. Everyone seems to know each other, this being staff included. The dining room with tables for 4 encourages meeting new people without being...
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.
Plush Mills is a great place to live the good life. Big enough to count on. Small enough to care. With only 124 independent living apartments and 34 personalized care suites, Plush Mills is just the right size — large enough to offer a full range of services, yet small enough to provide truly...
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7.5
Review score
15 reviews
Our overall experience at Shipley was great. The food and physical therapy exceeded expectations. Kudos to the chef! The night staff. was nice but there were different caregivers and it would be great to...
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.
Shipley Living is a full service, continuing care rental retirement community serving independent living, assisted living, and skilled and rehabilitation services.Shipley Living, a proud member of the community for over 35 years, was originally elementary school; it is located in the Brandywine...
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I have lived here since January 2020. The staff is wonderful and helpful. All my request is filled in a timely manner. It’s always clean. I’m thankful to live here.
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, 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: 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.
Dunwoody Village is a continuing care retirement community located on 83 acres in Newton Square, PA. Founded in 1924, Dunwoody has always been a community where excellent healthcare is a priority. We expanded our assisted living accommodations to meet the growing needs of seniors who require...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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 Chester, PA
The average cost of senior living in Chester is $4,607 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Media, PA with an average of $4,446 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chester, PA vs. nearby cities
Chester, PA
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chester, PA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Chester
Recent reviews for independent living in Chester
Brandywine at Senior Suites in East Norriton, PA
5.0
First, you need to see this facility. They did a major renovation and it looks so different. It has been modernized and looks amazing.
My Mom has been at Brandywine for a few years. It is a tough decision to make when your loved one needs more care than what you can give. The apartments are ...
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Sunrise of Abington
4.8
The staff is always accommodating, patient and kind. Their security is there 24/7. They are always on post and pleasant to speak with. The entertainment is well organized and fun for the entire family. The food is good.
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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Chester independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, 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 Chester 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 Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester 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 Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester 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 Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.8%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Azalea at Cinnaminson, Merrill Gardens at West Chester and Foulk Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chester, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Chester, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Chester, Pennsylvania are Merrill Gardens at West Chester, Fountain View at Logan Square and Atria Lafayette Hill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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