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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shade Gap, PA

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zipAveragecost: $3,764

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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: 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: 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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The staff are the best asset of the Fairways! ([Name removed], P.A. really gets end of life care!) Need more help (aides) in the evening. Enjoy their events, gives us a chance to spend unique quality time w/...
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.
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.
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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My mother is at Fahrney Keedy right now. She loves everything about the community even though we are in a pandemic. She has had wonderful experience with the staff members, and getting situated. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Fahrney-Keedy Home and Village is nestled among the foothills of the picturesque Catoctin Mountains of Northern Washington County.  This 90 acre Maryland retirement community offers breathtaking vistas in all directions.  We are located just minutes from Interstates 70 or 81. As a...
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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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I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Shade Gap, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shade Gap is $3,764 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mapleton, PA with an average of $1,725 per month.

Independent living costs in Shade Gap, PA, vs. nearby cities

Shade Gap, PA
$3,764/mo
$3,764/mo
$3,764/mo

Independent living costs in Shade Gap, PA, vs. state and national averages

Shade Gap, PA
$3,764/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Shade Gap, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,114/mo
Independent Living
$3,764/mo

Independent living costs in Shade Gap, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,087/mo
Studio
$5,271/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,576/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,992/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Shade Gap 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: Shade Gap, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShade Gap, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,764/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,115/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,114/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Shade Gap, PA:$3,764/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Shade Gap, PA:$4,115/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Shade Gap, PA:$5,114/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Shade Gap, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shade Gap 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shade Gap, PA$3,284/mo$3,739/mo-12.2%
Pennsylvania$3,305/mo$3,183/mo+3.8%
National$3,210/mo$3,147/mo+2.0%
Shade Gap, PA
2024 average cost:$3,284/mo
2023 average cost:$3,739/mo
Percent change:-12.2%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,305/mo
2023 average cost:$3,183/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,210/mo
2023 average cost:$3,147/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Shade Gap

Recent reviews for independent living in Shade Gap

Country Meadows Of West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.9
It was very difficult decision on where to send our Father for care. From my first call to country Meadows, the love and patience that were shown to us, I knew it was a first rate community in the area. Allison in marketing walked us though the admittance process and helped us with ...
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Harmony at West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.6
What I like the most about Harmony at West Shores is the People, food, and parking. Yes I would recommend this community to other families based on my experience

Transitions Healthcare Allens Cove in Duncannon, PA

4.0
Good healthcare and personal care. They need to find more help with their food services and improve their menu.

Shade Gap independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shade Gap independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shade Gap, 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 Shade Gap 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 Shade Gap partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shade Gap, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shade Gap 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 Shade Gap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shade Gap, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
11.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shade Gap 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 Shade Gap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shade Gap, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
17.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
17.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
8.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
14.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
8.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road, Harmony at West Shore and Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shade Gap, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 42 independent living facilities near Shade Gap, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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