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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mifflin County, PA

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The cost of independent living in Mifflin County is about $3,881 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 47 options. Read 345 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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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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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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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
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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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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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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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Things are going very good for my friend since moving in here. Her apartment is huge, she has a kitchen to cook her own meals in. They have housekeeping about once a week to help her out. They also have a...
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Pennsfield Senior Apartments are located in rural Selinsgrove in Snyder County, Pennsylvania. This quiet and serene borough is the sublime place to settle in and enjoy the small town life. Selinsgrove is right in the center of the Susquehanna River Valley which is full of luscious trees and...
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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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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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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
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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Providence Place has multiple levels of care which is why we went with them. Our loved one is able to be here as his care increases. They also told us if needed, they would be able to get a lift which was...
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Mifflin County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Mifflin County is $3,881 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McClure, PA with an average of $2,233 per month.

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

Mifflin County, PA
$3,881/mo
$3,881/mo

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

Mifflin County, PA
$3,881/mo
U.S. national average
$4,171/mo

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

$5,507/mo
Independent Living
$3,881/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,869/mo
Studio
$5,030/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,482/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,705/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Mifflin County over time

Mifflin County, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Mifflin County

Recent reviews for independent living in Mifflin County

The Terraces at Capitol Village in Harrisburg, PA

5.0
I lived in another community, then needed some rehab. I had a terrible experience where I was before. So coming here I was scared. It has been the very best thing that has ever happened. I am respected and cared for very well. Just wonderful!

Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road in Fayetteville, PA

3.7
Paramount senior living is a good value that is reasonably priced. This community has good value for the amount that they charge. They have activities like games, dominoes, bingo, crafts and hobbies, social hour, and recently resumed doing bus trips to different places around the community. ...
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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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Mifflin County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mifflin County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mifflin 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 Mifflin 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 Mifflin County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mifflin County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Mifflin 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 Mifflin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mifflin County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.2%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
26.2%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mifflin 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 Mifflin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mifflin County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47%
Dances
Dances
11.9%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.2%
46.6%
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Holiday Essex House, Brookdale Grayson View and Kindred Place at Harrisburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mifflin County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 47 independent living facilities near Mifflin County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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