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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Durham Furnace, PA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 14 independent living facilities in Durham Furnace, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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109 reviews
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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.
Opportunity and choice are what Traditions of Hanover brings to seniors in the Lehigh Valley. Traditions of Hanover provides opportunity for seniors who might not be able to afford a retirement community because of its financial structure. Traditions features no entrance fees and a month to month...
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9.7
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58 reviews
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They treat all of their residents like family. They're very considerate of individual needs, and they are very present. The management there is in the dining room, approachable, and available all the time....
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 Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights, our management teams live on-site, and are...
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1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.6
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124 reviews
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It is much nicer than her previous place for instance the food is a big improvement and so is the care. The gal who manages is very involved and interested in feedback. She has been a big help to me. They...
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.
Atria Bethlehem understands the importance of seniors maintaining a healthy balance between independence and safety. That's why our Pennsylvania retirement community provides them with everything they need to feel secure in their surroundings and comfortable to participate in daily activities....
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88 Floor plans available
9.6
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42 reviews
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First, they have a great staff and friendly residents. Here they have activities every day if you wish to participate. The facility is clean and they do come clean the apartments depending on your needs...
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.
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located just ten minutes from historic Bethlehem on the Bethlehem/Allentown border. Just minutes from local shopping centers and accessible public transportation, our location is convenient and within close proximity to the...
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3232 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.1
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256 reviews
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From my few dealings I would say 5 as the few folks I have dealt with have been great. Her apartment is nice everything is clean they have lots of activities. My sister [name removed] complains a bit about...
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.
Saucon Valley Manor is a senior living community located in the beautiful borough of Hellertown, PA. Surrounded by lush greenery, you will never find yourself disappointed with the view. At Sacuon Valley Manor, you can be sure that your loved ones are taken care of. With twenty-four hour care,...
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8.0
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8.0
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I live about 5 hours from mom and got the call from a family member late one Saturday night that she had a fall and was being taken to the hospital for evaluation. I arrived the next morning and knew that...
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.
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.
Abington Manor is located in the gorgeous rolling hills of Morgan Hill in Williams Township south of Easton Pennsylvania. We are easily accessible from the I- 78, Route 33, Route 22 and Route 611.Enriching the lives of our residents is our underlying philosophy . we are committed to providing...
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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.
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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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
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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.
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My loved one was previously a resident at Moravian Hall Square and the experience at this facility was great. They were well staffed, very clean, friendly and everything in the building worked and if...
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.

Cost of independent living in Durham Furnace, PA

The average cost of senior living in Durham Furnace is $3,984 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Philadelphia, PA with an average of $2,568 per month.

Independent living costs in Durham Furnace, PA, vs. state and national averages

Durham Furnace, PA
$3,984/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Durham Furnace, PA, vs. other senior living options

$7,924/mo
Independent Living
$3,984/mo

Independent living costs in Durham Furnace, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,028/mo
Studio
$3,096/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,801/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,081/mo

Senior living costs in Durham Furnace vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Durham Furnace, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDurham Furnace, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,984/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,385/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,924/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Durham Furnace, PA:$3,984/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Durham Furnace, PA:$6,385/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Durham Furnace, PA:$7,924/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Durham Furnace, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Durham Furnace and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Durham Furnace, PA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Durham Furnace have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Durham Furnace, PA$3,760/mo$3,555/mo+5.7%
Pennsylvania$3,452/mo$3,426/mo+0.8%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Durham Furnace, PA
2024 average cost:$3,760/mo
2023 average cost:$3,555/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,452/mo
2023 average cost:$3,426/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Durham Furnace

Recent reviews for independent living in Durham Furnace

Country Meadows of Allentown

5.0
I’m so happy we’ve found a home away from home for my mother. She loves the care, activities, and atmosphere at Country Meadows. Each resident and their family members are treated like family. The creative programming focuses on the diversity of their clientele. Thanks for everything.

The Manor at York Town in Jamison, PA

5.0
I moved here 6 months ago and I couldn't be more pleased. The Manor is a combination of a stunning property with beautiful and well appointed apartments. The staff is kind and caring and go out of their way to be certain that each resident is comfortable and has what we need in every way. This ...
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Elm Terrace Gardens in Lansdale, PA

5.0
My grandmother lived here for a few years - we are now looking for my mother in law! We loved the care so much we decided to look here again. The staff is compassionate and caring. I really can't say enough good things about the community and the staff. This place is very much worth looking ...
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Durham Furnace independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Durham Furnace independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Durham Furnace, 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 Durham Furnace 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 Durham Furnace partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Durham Furnace, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27%
18%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.6%
30.3%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
27.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.2%
29.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Durham Furnace 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 Durham Furnace communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Durham Furnace, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.6%
38.2%
Room service
Room service
31.4%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.2%
15%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Durham Furnace 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 Durham Furnace offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Durham Furnace, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.6%
39.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29%
25%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.2%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
41.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.9%
43.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.7%
47.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.1%
37.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.4%
41.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
41.1%
Dances
Dances
32%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
35%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.8%
40.7%
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Traditions of Hanover, Sterling Heights and Atria Bethlehem are the top-rated independent living facilities near Durham Furnace, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 14 independent living facilities near Durham Furnace, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Durham Furnace, Pennsylvania are Traditions of Hanover, Arbour Square and Whitehall Manor. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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