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Assisted living costs in Oak Shade average about $5,158 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 337 communities in Oak Shade. Our detailed directory has 6310 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Staff very friendly and accommodating, Staff always goes above and beyond. Will refer all of my friends, activities are great, and the food is wonderful. Housing keeping dose a wonderful job. Dining room...
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 Residence at Village Greens is the newest Senior Living Community in Berks County. We opened our doors in September of 2024. We offer Independent Living, Personal Care & Memory Care on the same campus. Located on the grounds of the past Village Greens Golf Course, a well-known 18 hole...
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44 Floor plans available
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Activities dept. has great variety of activities feel that people genuinely care about the residents. My mom enjoys going out to eat. She is now a reader likes book club and chimes.
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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44 Floor plans available
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The staff stay in touch with all information and a clinician on site updates all health related issues as needed. PT and exercise is what my mom loves. My mom loves sunrise and enjoys her residence
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...
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88 Floor plans available
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My mother has gone through a lot of changes in the last few years. She started at Keystone with my father after covid because they were too sick to take care of each other and keep track of their meds. My...
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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33 Floor plans available
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I have lived at Chestnut Knoll for over 4 years now. The staff have become my family. I eat like a queen. I used to do all the activities, but now I get tired so I only do some. I am happy to be here.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Beautifully placed in a quiet neighborhood, Chestnut Knoll merges both personal and memory care in a full service community. Located in Boyertown, PA just past Walnut Woods at the end of 5th Street, residents enjoy a welcome mix of privacy, security as well as independence. Whether you need...
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My mom has been a resident since May of 2018. She quickly adjusted to assisted living lifestyle and easily made friends. Her room is small and meets her needs. Over the years the facility has gone through...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Welcome to Faithful Living, your home away from home nestled in the heart of Denver, PA. Our personal care home and independent living community is rooted in a heartfelt mission to enrich the lives of our senior residents, while providing support and peace of mind to their loved ones in Denver,...
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2020 Photos available
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I like that it's small and only one building, so easier to navigate for elderly people. The food is very good and the apartments are nice. There are a lot of activities to participate in and most of the...
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.
Arbour Square at West Chester is truly a unique rental community. Located in a beautiful, small town rich in history, Arbour Square stands out as something new and exciting, above and beyond the ordinary. A community where there’s always something interesting or fun going on, and where you’ll...
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I moved here a year ago from Florida and was very nervous, but everyone here was so caring and I felt at ease. It never felt like I was in a facility, it felt like home and the staff felt like family. You...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Palmyra Senior Living is small intimate personal care home specializing in Memory Care and Personal Care, offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located in the charming town of Palmyra, PA in a tranquil luxurious setting and...
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Because there have issues with housekeeping not cleaning my mom's apartment, nor doing her laundry on a timely basis. Also the food service has been horrible at times. My mom thinks the food is good, but the...
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...
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There is a real sense of community and caring from all levels. The staff are really attentive and genuinely seem to enjoy both residents AND each other. The facility is spotless.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Berkshire Commons is an award winning senior living community, located in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, sits on the picturesque grounds of the Reading Country Club. Residents, friends and families alike call our luxurious community 'The Place to Be,' with its premiere location and...
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I've lived here for over 6 years, and would give it two thumbs up. The food is good, the staff comes to help me when I need assistance, the activities are fun and I like to get out on the bus outings...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...
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I was so fortunate to find Exton Senior Living. I had been trying to relocate my ailing mother closer to me and A Place for Mom got me connected. From beginning to end, everything was clearly explained...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Exton Senior Living, a premier senior living community located conveniently off of Route 100 in Exton, Pennsylvania. Convenient to West Chester, Downingtown, Paoli and Chester Springs, Exton Senior Living is in close proximity to shopping, dining and houses of worship. Exton Senior...
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Traditions staff is very engaged with residents and family. Dining services and food are very, very good. Relationship with Home Instead is very strong and very helpful to residents and family. Very...
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.
Independent living means living without the responsibilities that come with being a homeowner. Choose from one of the beautifully appointed studio, one and two-bedroom apartments, each with their own kitchen and private bath. Enjoy a host of services and programs that encourage you to live...
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Problem they seem to have is patient clothing goes missing. My sister-in-law started with 10 pair of jeans and is now down to 2 pairs. Everything we have experienced has been very good except for the clothes...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Keystone Villa at Douglassville, there are no entrance fees, long-term leases or hidden costs, for affordable Personal Care. Personalized supportive care services are offered to our residents in a heartwarming environment so we can help you enjoy a better quality of life in our senior...
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I give The Lorelton a 5 for each category. The only thing that could improve is the windows in my mom's room. They are old and need to be replaced, which I have been told is going to happen in the near...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Winner Best Assisted Living 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019! Offering Assisted Living as well as Memory Care. The Lorelton is truly unique. Privately owned by a local foundation not a corporation. Not-for-Profit and affordable. The Lorelton is considered to be in 'the Suburbs' of the city. Conveniently...
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They make you that your family member be happy living here. I checked several places before making my choice. They made me feel like I was welcomed
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...
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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...
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5 for 1 through 6.....3 for number 7 not a lot of people like to play cards and bingo. They take bus trips throughout the year and take a weekly trip to Walmart or Target places of that nature
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Lighthouse Senior Living! Our approach includes a variety of services — from 'independent living' to adaptive personal assistance, allowing us to continually meet the changing needs of our residents. Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek was created to address the increasing...
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Lots of activities and a great staff. Would absolutely recommend Manor at Market Square to anyone looking for a friendly, safe, and well-kept environment for their lived ones. You can breathe easily, knowing...
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.
Manor at Market Square is truly a gem in the heart of Reading, PA. If you're looking for a community that exudes a friendly and fun atmosphere while still providing the little extra assistance when you need it, you're in the right place. Catering to both independent living and residents who...
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9.5
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My husband’s grandmother was a resident of Pinnacle. She had so many things to do and get involved in— and she loved it! I swear she had more of a social life than I did! The staff were very nice 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.
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Staff are very helpful and friendly. They take very good care of Dad! Lots of group activities, music and games to participate in. Shopping trips & country rides to enjoy.
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.
Since 1986 Senior Commons at Powder Mill has been recognized as York, Pennsylvania's premier provider of assisted-living residences, independent-living apartments and secure dementia care. Managed by Heritage Senior Living, Senior Commons at Powder Mill is committed to providing the highest level...
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I wish I had known about it for my parents. It has a feeling of being a 'home' rather than a facility. Individual bedroom with shower/toilet. All ground level . Each cottage has its own kitchen. Center of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Cottages of Perry Hall – A Charter Senior Living Community is an assisted living and memory care community with a total of 64 individual apartments. As the management company for The Cottages of Perry Hall, Charter Senior Living will be responsible for day-to-day operations and all related...
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9.5
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Best- the staff. They were to a person kind and caring. I felt my mom was safe. Improve? Well of course the cost is insane, but not sure if anything could be done about that. We would recommend the memory...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Sunrise of Haverford is located conveniently in the heart of the Main Line and just minutes from Suburban Square Shopping Center and both Lankenau and Bryn Mawr hospitals. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of...
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9.5
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46 reviews
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The facility is beautiful and clean. The staff is very friendly, helpful and willing share updates with family. The best place for my family member. They took the very best care of him.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Located in a charming residential area less than a mile from Providence Town Center. A supportive living community for active older adults. We create vibrant communities where older adults can thrive and participate, know that their contributions are valued, and enjoy access to opportunities and...
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55 Floor plans available
9.5
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54 reviews
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Sometimes life requires people to move fast, in our case 10 days fast! We can't express how happy we are with our experience at Merrill Gardens at Glenn Mills.[name removed] was professional, kind and...
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...
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Cost of assisted living in Oak Shade, PA

The average cost of senior living in Oak Shade is $5,158 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Quarryville, PA with an average of $4,483 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oak Shade, PA vs. nearby cities

Oak Shade, PA
$5,158/mo
$5,319/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oak Shade, PA vs. the state and national average

Oak Shade, PA
$5,158/mo
U.S. national average
$4,725/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oak Shade vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,158/mo
$6,237/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Oak Shade, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,967/mo
Studio
$5,721/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,020/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,636/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,479/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Oak Shade over time

Oak Shade, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Oak Shade, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Oak Shade.

What families are saying about assisted living in Oak Shade

Recent reviews for assisted living in Oak Shade

Chestnut Ridge Wallingford

4.1
Microwaves were removed from each apartment/ suite and there isn't one available in the activity room that was converted to their dining area. I'd expect a bit more for [cost removed] a month. More often than not, it's hard to find someone staff wise on her floor especially since it's now a ...
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Silver Springs at East Norriton

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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Integrity Esther's Place at the Park in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Comfortable and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the kind and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities, including Atrium Village, Atria Lafayette Hill, and Lighthouse Senior Living at Martin’s Wood LLC for Hopkins Creek. Residents and their families express appreciation for the personal relationships that ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities like Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle, Celebration Villa of Exeter, and Traditions of Hershey offer a wide range of activities that cater to residents' interests, including social events, games, arts and crafts, and outdoor outings. These activities help keep residents active a ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents of Arcadia at Limerick Pointe and The Devon Senior Living appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their private rooms, as well as the overall beauty of the facilities. Communal areas, such as dining rooms and common areas, are also kept in excellent condition.
Consistent and effective communication with families. Frequent and detailed conversations between staff and families are mentioned in several reviews, including those for Maidencreek Place, Eagleview Landing, and The Pinnacle at Plymouth Meeting. Regular updates and open lines of communication help families feel confident that their loved one ...
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Delicious and customizable meals. Residents at communities like Chestnut Knoll, Chestnut Ridge Wallingford, and Springhouse of Pikesville often praise the quality and variety of the food, as well as the ability to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences. Mealtimes are a highlight for many residents.
Safe and secure living environment. Throughout reviews, safety is a top priority for residents and their families, and communities such as Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, Sunrise of Paoli, and Senior Commons at Powder Mill provide a safe and secure living environment, giving peace of mind to all involved.
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Oak Shade review score based on 1,432 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 1432 reviews of 292 Oak Shade assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oak Shade review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Oak Shade review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Oak Shade, PA292 facilities
7.0
Quarryville, PA25 facilities
5.5
Oxford, PA16 facilities

Review subcategories for Oak Shade assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,432 reviews of 292 Oak Shade assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oak Shade resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Oak Shade, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Oak Shade assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Shade assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Shade, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Oak Shade assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Oak Shade that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oak Shade, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.1%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.3%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.7%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.6%
53.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oak Shade assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Oak Shade Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oak Shade, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.2%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oak Shade assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Oak Shade partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oak Shade, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.7%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
47.6%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.1%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.4%
15.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Shade assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Oak Shade communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oak Shade, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.1%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.6%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
40.1%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Shade assisted 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 assisted living communities in Oak Shade offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oak Shade, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.4%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.1%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.9%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.5%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
37%
30.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.4%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oak Shade

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Oak Shade protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

The Residence at Village Greens, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and Sunrise of Lafayette Hill are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Oak Shade, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 337 assisted living facilities near Oak Shade, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Oak Shade, Pennsylvania are The Residence at Village Greens, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and Keystone Villa at Ephrata. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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