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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mercer County, PA

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Photo of Whispering Oaks
1212 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.3
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70 reviews
9.3
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70 reviews
5 star
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All of the staff are friendly as are the residents. The staff do whatever they can to help you. Several residents are called ambassadors who will help with the transition into community life. This includes...
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.
Whispering Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated in the charming community of Hermitage, you'll love the graceful elegance of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of the nearby town. We're close to shopping, dining, golfing, healthcare and...
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8.9
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12 reviews
8.9
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Good for the price staff extremely helpful. Not generally a "nice" place as I've seen from some of the really expensive places. That being said they've been perfect for my mum so far. Yes we would recommend...
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.
Greystone Country Estates has been in business providing quality care for over 20 years. We are located in Fredonia Pennsylvania, 12 miles outside of Greenville Pennsylvania, and 12 miles north of Grove City. In our beautiful country setting you will be able to relax and enjoy your time here. We...
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66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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67 reviews
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67 reviews
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The staff are very conscientious. They are proactive and will notify me with any changes or concerns. They will notify me of any equipment needs. My Dad enjoys the food and going to the dining room to eat....
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.
Follow your heart to Whispering Pines Village, where desired amenities and convenient services give our residents a sense of home the minute they arrive. Our Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Columbiana, OH offers a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring in the “City with the...
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Photo of Atria at Cranberry Woods
1717 Photos available
2424 Floor plans available
9.0
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43 reviews
9.0
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43 reviews
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Very happy with the choice. Very friendly and personable staff, from front desk to front office to meal staff to cleaning staff. Food is varied and tasty. Wide variety of available activities. Shuttle...
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.
Now open in Cranberry Township, Atria at Cranberry Woods is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. With convenient access to Cranberry Commons, the community will offer what you are looking for in your next...
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33 Photos available
8.7
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11 reviews
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The staff all seem to be very kind, especially maintenance, I believe her name is [name removed], so helpful and kind. I've only met one housekeeper, I believe his name is [name removed], sweetest and...
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.
For more than 100 years, St. John Communityhas helped seniors thrive spiritually, emotionally,intellectually and physically. Through our vibrantcontinuing care community, our goal is to help you live life to the fullest—with the respect, love and the compassion you deserve.Explore what this...
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1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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13 reviews
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The experience was good. My sweet mother passed away there. They were very compassionate and accommodating with the hospice process. They kind of all became like family to us.
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.
A central element of Keystone Senior is in our commitment to engage the interests, needs, wants and dreams of our residents which leads to experiencing an elevated life in seven key areas: Emotional: humor, celebrations, music and the friendships that are developed. Environmental: Miles of...
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8.0
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8.0
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Province of Wexford is a wonderful place. Mom has been there a year now. The staff is so caring. They treat mom like a queen. The place is super clean. I'm so happy with our discussion to place her there. We...
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.
The Waters of WexfordA NEW SENIOR COMMUNITYThe Waters of Wexford is now open and accepting residents. The community features 143 apartment homes within an elegantly designed 4-story building. Residents can experience a full service restaurant, café, salon and wellbeing studio. With wellbeing at...
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99 Photos available
8.0
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30 reviews
8.0
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30 reviews
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I do like how they take care of her. But the elevator being down for 4 months is a concern and annoying because there is such a line all the time. Sometimes there is an hour wait for them to go upstairs to...
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.
Park Vista, A Youngstown Tradition—Redefined!Park Vista has provided services to the Youngstown Community for over 70 years. Our 5-Star Rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services was a direct result of our focus on patient care in all programs. When experience matters, Park Vista...
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Photo of The Lakes at Jefferson
1313 Photos available
2.0
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15 reviews
2.0
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15 reviews
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My mom was a resident at The Lakes at Jefferson for a short time before she passed away. I think that the place was beautiful, but the management was very slow to respond to anything. I also don't think that...
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.
The Lakes at Jefferson is a premier facility offering Independent Living and Personal Care. The Lakes at Jefferson was constructed from the ground up and opened in May of 2017. On the ground floor it houses 22 independent living apartments, each with a fully equipped kitchenette and private...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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Photo of Rhodes Estates
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The staff here is great and very informative. My loved on is getting around great. My loved one did express that she felt that there were not enough people that were on her level and that she could talk...
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.
Rhodes Estates is a senior living community in New Castle, PA. Our amenities are close to a river and a park, both of which contribute to the tranquility that makes our center a paradise to both the visitors and senior residents. We have the goal to promote the quality of life for people with...
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They were missing a housekeeper so it is a little hard for them to keep up with the cleanliness of the community. All the staff were good about introducing themselves when I first moved. I do think Amity...
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.
Amity Slippery Rock Personal Care Home is a senior living community located in Slippery Rock, PA. Slippery Rock is located in Butler County, home to about 3,600 people, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania and North Country Brewing Company. Residents will enjoy frequenting the small shops and...
Photo of Lakeview Personal Care
66 Photos available
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Our Dad lived at Lakeview, Darlington and our entire family couldn't have been more pleased with this facility. The entire staff was incredibly caring and compassionate. Every employee made him and our...
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.
Lakeview Personal Care Community offers accommodations for those who may require assistance in their daily living activities. Spacious private suites, a new lakeside boardwalk, and pavilion to enjoy the full beauty of the property, private upper-level deck and patio overlooking the pond., The...
Photo of Shelbourne Personal Care
77 Photos available
6.0
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11 reviews
6.0
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11 reviews
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My loved one is currently a resident at Shelbourne Personal Care and the overall experience at this facility has been very good. My loved one seems to like the staff and also enjoys the activities, but does...
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.
Shelbourne Personal Care provides the highest level of quality care to our residents in a relaxed, home-like environment. Our staff is always available 24-hours a day to assist with any needs that your loved one might have. At Shelbourne Personal Care, our team of professional staff works around...
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My mother truly enjoyed her short time there, it was wonderful. In her words she was really dreading it because she thought a month would be a long time, but the time just flew by for her. What caught our...
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.
WHY BRIARCLIFF MANOR?We are more than an Assisted Living facility. We provide a lifestyle of gracious country living in a simply elegant setting. We pay attention to the details of fine dining, to personalized laundry, to the care we deliver. Our call is to serve our residents' individualized...
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Photo of Blossom Hill Health Care Residence
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7.0
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Mom wasn't there long enough before she...
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.
Welcome to Blossom Hill Health Care Residence. Our campus embraces the picturesque countryside that we call home. The calm and quiet nature of nearby rolling farmland transfers to our community. Large windows capture the natural outdoor beauty and sunlight, creating a warm and cozy environment...
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What we like the most about Quality Life Services is the kind and caring staff, and that they keep us well informed on the changes in mother's condition. Yes, we would recommend this community to other...
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.
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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.
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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.
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Our experience with Ridgewood at Shenango Valley has been a positive one, overall. The facility is clean and well kept, and the staff is friendly, attentive, and responsive. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend...
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.
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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.
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: 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 brother has only been at Carriage Court for a short time, and I already see improvement in him. The most important thing I noticed is that he appears to be developing a bit of enthusiasm for staying awake...
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.
Carriage Manor is located in New Castle, PA. We are known for providing senior care that allows seniors to live an independent lifestyle. We provide a caring community that supports a comfortable and secure environment for our senior residents. Residents are provided with as much assistance or...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Mercer County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Mercer County is $6,530 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle Northwest, PA with an average of $2,988 per month.

Independent living costs in Mercer County, PA, vs. nearby counties

Mercer County, PA
$6,530/mo
$3,311/mo
$6,087/mo

Independent living costs in Mercer County, PA, vs. state and national averages

Mercer County, PA
$6,530/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Mercer County, PA, vs. other senior living options

$3,682/mo
Independent Living
$6,530/mo

Independent living costs in Mercer County, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,933/mo
Studio
$4,023/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,400/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,685/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,017/mo

Senior living costs in Mercer County 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: Mercer County, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMercer County, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$6,530/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,645/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$3,682/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Mercer County, PA:$6,530/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Mercer County, PA:$4,645/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Mercer County, PA:$3,682/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Mercer County, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mercer County 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 Mercer County, PA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mercer County 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 median 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
Mercer County, PA$3,044/mo$2,890/mo+5.3%
Pennsylvania$3,316/mo$3,160/mo+4.9%
National$3,226/mo$3,103/mo+4.0%
Mercer County, PA
2024 average cost:$3,044/mo
2023 average cost:$2,890/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,316/mo
2023 average cost:$3,160/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,226/mo
2023 average cost:$3,103/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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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 Mercer County

Recent reviews for independent living in Mercer County

Lakeview Personal Care in Darlington, PA

5.0
I think they do an exceptional job of taking care of my dad. We haven't had any issues with poor cleanliness. They did a good job with protecting the residents from the Covid-19 pandemic and they have exceeded our expectations. They offer activities like bingo and devotional services. The staff ...
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The Lakes at Jefferson in Mercer, PA

4.2
It's a nice place to be. I enjoy being here. The apartments are large, at least the one I have is. And there's a nice open area around it, with sidewalks all the way around, which makes a nice area to walk. There's three fountains, and the walkway goes right by the big fountain. If you walk ...
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Rhodes Estates in New Castle, PA

5.0
Mr. T. J. [removed], Administrator, Rhodes Estates, T. J. Very Special Thanks for all your assistance and understanding over the past several months. Without the special efforts by you and Jason, the transition of my mother to your retirement facility would surely have been more difficult. ...
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Mercer County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer County, 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 Mercer County 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 Mercer County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mercer County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
26.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer County 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 Mercer County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mercer County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer County 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 Mercer County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.6%
47%
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Whispering Oaks, Greystone Country Estates and Whispering Pines Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mercer County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 64 independent living facilities near Mercer County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Mercer County, Pennsylvania is Whispering Pines Village. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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