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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Tobyhanna, PA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Tobyhanna 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 Tobyhanna. 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 23 independent living facilities in Tobyhanna, 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 Wilkes-Barre, Scranton and Mount Pocono.
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We were welcomed with open arms. Staff and residents are so friendly and helpful. Moms room is cozy and she has adjusted well. Great place to keep busy as well. Dining room has delicious food and the...
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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The office team was very responsive and is attentive to my in laws needs. Maintenance is there when ever they need help with anything at all. it's clean but I feel like it never smells disinfected or...
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.
Shawnee Ridge is an independent living community designed to meet the needs of active residents 55 years of age and older. Our residents enjoy independence and privacy in their apartments and town homes and have the option to participate in weekly activities. All residents enjoy maintenance free...
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Walden III is a great place. My mom really likes it there. The staff is helpful and friendly. Mom doesn't eat on the common area she is still able to cook for herself. Since mom live in the part of the...
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.
Walden III at Wind GapWalden III at Wind Gap is a senior living community located in Wind Gap, PA, in Northampton County. Wind Gap is a small borough with beautiful mountain views in the Lehigh Valley with a lot of parks, outdoor recreational facilities, restaurants, stores and shops. Residents...
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As I reflect on a bustling and boisterous Thanksgiving day with my family (Mom included), many things come to mind - impossibly delicious food, hilarious antics, and special family connections. I can safely...
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.
Whether you’re a resident or visitor you’re important to us. Our goal is always to make you feel welcome at our Senior Living Community. Here at The Chandler Estates, we promote an active, elegant, rural and independent lifestyle molded to suit each individual resident. We are “Proud to make a...
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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.
For over twenty years we have been proud to present this unique concept in assisted living and independent living for older adults, in a beautiful country setting. It is our aim to provide you with the services and programs you need to maintain independent, dignified living. Our staff is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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: 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.
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
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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, 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.
Goodwill Neighborhood Residences is a senior, 55 and over, housing community that is located in Scranton, PA in Lackawanna County. The residences are a close-knit community that is local to major freeways that lead to many dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Goodwill is a transformed...
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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Cost of independent living in Tobyhanna, PA
The average cost of senior living in Tobyhanna is $2,795 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Side, PA with an average of $2,705 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tobyhanna, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tobyhanna, PA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Tobyhanna
Recent reviews for independent living in Tobyhanna
Grace Park Seniors Living Well in Stroudsburg, PA
5.0
We were welcomed with open arms. Staff and residents are so friendly and helpful. Moms room is cozy and she has adjusted well.
Great place to keep busy as well.
Dining room has delicious food and the property is very clean and well kept
The Chandler Estate Inc. in Pen Argyl, PA
5.0
I love in one of their cottages, so my review pertains especially to those, but I overall I'm very pleased with The Chandler Estate. The building is well insulated, well maintained, and clean. I like the layout, and it also has a well equipped kitchen (although there is no dishwasher). In terms ...
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Walden III in Wind Gap, PA
4.1
My loved one was previously a resident at Walden III and overall everything was good for her at this facility. The staff was very friendly. The facility was very clean and cozy. The food was okay, my loved one got used to it. The cost was responsible. The cleanliness and friendliness were ...
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Tobyhanna independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tobyhanna independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tobyhanna, 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 Tobyhanna 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 Tobyhanna partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tobyhanna, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
6.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
6.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Tobyhanna 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 Tobyhanna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tobyhanna, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
6.7%
42.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tobyhanna 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 Tobyhanna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tobyhanna, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
6.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
13.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
6.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Grace Park Seniors Living Well, Shawnee Ridge and The Chandler Estate Inc. are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 23 independent living facilities near Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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