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The cost of independent living in Plainville is about $4,110 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 225 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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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
98 reviews
9.6
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98 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
23%
3 star
2%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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Very comfortable surroundings. Well maintained facility, clean and up to date. Very competent staff, friendly and genuinely interact with and care about each and every resident. Adequate leisure time...
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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Photo of Juniper Village at Lebanon
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
52 reviews
9.8
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52 reviews
5 star
83%
4 star
15%
3 star
2%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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My wife and I moved into our apartment on [date removed] and have been completely satisfied with our decision. Juniper Village provides a nice, quiet, serene “senior” environment. The staff here are...
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.
Juniper Village at Lebanon is a senior living community located in Lebanon, PA offering both personal care and independent living. Lebanon is home to just over 24,500 people, and is a beautiful small city in Lebanon County with a railroad and Central Square. Residents can enjoy quiet walks,...
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Photo of Oak Hill Village
1010 Photos available
8.5
Review score
13 reviews
8.5
Review score
13 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
15%
3 star
8%
2 star
15%
1 star
15%
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My brother is the resident. So far, the staff has been very responsive to his needs. I've appreciated the individual attention they show him and regularly Check in with me
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.
Oak Hill Village is a senior living community located in Middletown, a small borough in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. You can find this sleepy little town next to the Susquehanna River. In town, you will find a variety of fine dining and casual restaurants to enjoy. Let yourself stroll through...
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1414 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
8.3
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31 reviews
8.3
Review score
31 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
26%
3 star
19%
2 star
3%
1 star
16%
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My father seems to be happy there. The staff has been great at keeping me informed of any issues. Everyone is always friendly and helpful. His room is spacious, and I really like the fact that he has his...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at HersheyIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Hershey, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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11 Photo available
5 star
97%
4 star
3%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
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My loved one is here at this community now and is doing well in the memory care unit. My loved one is very happy here. Everything that they do is highly rated and everything is going well. She has settled in...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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8.6
Review score
15 reviews
8.6
Review score
15 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
0%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
1 star
0%
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My father has been in many facilities over the past year, some where more intense care giving but still had living sections attached for when he was able to move . Country meadows was hands down the top...
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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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
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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Cost of independent living in Plainville, PA

The average cost of senior living in Plainville is $4,110 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jonestown, PA with an average of $3,917 per month.

Independent living costs in Plainville, PA, vs. nearby cities

Plainville, PA
$4,110/mo
$4,148/mo

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

Plainville, PA
$4,110/mo
U.S. national average
$4,181/mo

Independent living costs in Plainville, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,834/mo
Independent Living
$4,110/mo

Independent living costs in Plainville, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,900/mo
Studio
$4,627/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,703/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,088/mo

Senior living costs in Plainville 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: Plainville, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typePlainville, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,110/mo$4,346/mo$4,181/mo
Assisted Living$4,917/mo$4,436/mo$4,767/mo
Memory Care$5,834/mo$5,435/mo$5,518/mo
Independent Living
Plainville, PA:$4,110/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,346/mo
U.S.:$4,181/mo
Assisted Living
Plainville, PA:$4,917/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,436/mo
U.S.:$4,767/mo
Memory Care
Plainville, PA:$5,834/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,435/mo
U.S.:$5,518/mo
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Independent living costs in Plainville, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Plainville 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Plainville, PA$4,028/mo$3,186/mo+26.4%
Pennsylvania$3,292/mo$3,119/mo+5.5%
National$3,194/mo$3,045/mo+4.9%
Plainville, PA
2024 average cost:$4,028/mo
2023 average cost:$3,186/mo
Percent change:+26.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,292/mo
2023 average cost:$3,119/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,194/mo
2023 average cost:$3,045/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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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 Plainville

Recent reviews for independent living in Plainville

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!

The Woods At Cedar Run in Camp Hill, PA

4.0
The Woods at Cedar Run is a very nice place. The staff are so knowledgeable and friendly and they genuinely care about the residents. They all know me by name. In the dining room they keep track on whether you are there or not. If you do not show up, they will call and check on you. They have on ...
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Masonic Village at Elizabethtown

5.0
Masonic Village is an avery beautiful place to live. It has numerous and varied activities. The effort that they made to keep us safe during the Covid -19 pandemic was beyond what most of us expected. They go to extremes to keep us safe and comfortable.

Plainville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Plainville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Plainville, 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 Plainville 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 Plainville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Plainville, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Plainville 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 Plainville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Plainville, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Plainville 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 Plainville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Plainville, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Hershey, Juniper Village at Lebanon and Oak Hill Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Plainville, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Plainville, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Plainville, Pennsylvania are Senior Commons at Powder Mill, Traditions of Hershey and Keystone Villa at Ephrata. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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