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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Centre County, PA

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The cost of independent living in Centre County is about $3,287 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 48 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Brookdale Grayson View
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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12 reviews
9.0
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12 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
33%
3 star
8%
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8%
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My Dad went from the hospital to Brookdale Grayson view. He had pneumonia and also has dementia. The staff and residents really took him under their wing to help him to feel comfortable. He had a hard time...
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.
Brookdale Grayson View was built in 2000 and is a proud member of the Brookdale family. Brookdale is one of the largest retirement community providers in the United States and serves thousands of seniors by providing customized care, signature programs and quality of life for each of our...
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2121 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
6.8
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34 reviews
6.8
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34 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
21%
3 star
9%
2 star
3%
1 star
0%
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Overall experience. 4 for assisted living, 2 for skilled nursing. Juniper's skilled nursing facility is in need of a major cosmetic overhaul. It is very dark and dingy, compared to the assisted living...
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.
Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living is a senior living community located in State Collage, PA. State College is a municipality located in Centre County and home to about 42,000 people in a bustling college town that's a mix of University of Pennsylvania students and local residents. Ranked...
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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.
Photo of Valley View Retirement Cmnty
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.
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.
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village is a senior living community located in Lewisburg, PA. Lewisburg is located in Union County and is home to about 5,600 people. Lewisburg is a quaint town with local shops and stores where residents can walk around and shop, pay their bills, go out for lunch and to...
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Cost of independent living in Centre County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Centre County is $3,287 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brisbin, PA with an average of $2,440 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Centre County, PA vs. nearby counties

Centre County, PA
$3,287/mo
$3,325/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Centre County, PA vs. the state and national average

Centre County, PA
$3,287/mo
U.S. national average
$4,067/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Centre County vs. other types of senior living

$5,666/mo
Independent Living
$3,287/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Centre County, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,706/mo
Studio
$6,517/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,715/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,265/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Centre County over time

Centre County, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Centre County

Recent reviews for independent living in Centre County

Brookdale Grayson View in Selinsgrove, PA

4.0
For my loved one's long term policy, they need a form filled out and sent in at the end of the month and the invoice hasn't been done properly several times. I also didn't receive a statement for September from Brookdale before payment was withdrawn from her checking account. Hopefully these ...
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Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living in State College, PA

5.0
Nursing staff is excellent! Can ask for help if you need it! Housekeepers help keep your room clean and fresh towels and your laundry (on Monday) kitchen help makes good meals. Can have something made to order. Connections dept has many good activities, grocery bus 2pm Tuesday.

Centre County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Centre County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Centre 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 Centre 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 Centre County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Centre County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Centre 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 Centre County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Centre County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Centre 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 Centre County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Centre County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Grayson View, Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living and Meadows Edge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Centre County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Centre County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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