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The cost of independent living in Union Center is about $3,965 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 56 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 Nottingham Village
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9.0
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We had a very good experience with the facility and staff. Staff was very helpful with moving in and changing rooms. Food was bland and meals repetitive. This is understandable considering the population...
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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8.5
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48 reviews
8.5
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48 reviews
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We picked this community because of the location and it is a beautiful place with a nice setting! I would recommend to others.
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.
Appleridge Senior Living is the premier retirement community conveniently located just off I-86, at the Southern gateway to the Finger Lakes region. The community offers 112 luxury apartments situated on 22 acres of resort style living. Residents enjoy a selection of apartment styles with a...
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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: 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 Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village a CCRC
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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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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
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 Union Center, PA

The average cost of senior living in Union Center is $3,965 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eagles Mere, PA with an average of $3,171 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Union Center, PA vs. nearby cities

Union Center, PA
$3,965/mo
$3,220/mo
$3,687/mo

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

Union Center, PA
$3,965/mo
U.S. national average
$4,068/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Union Center vs. other types of senior living

$4,351/mo
Independent Living
$3,965/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Union Center, PA by room type

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What families are saying about independent living in Union Center

Recent reviews for independent living in Union Center

Appleridge Senior Living in Horseheads, NY

5.0
Looking back, we wish we would have moved here years ago. Appleridge has been so good to us and we couldn't be happier living here. Appleridge is truly the best place for seniors to live!

Nottingham Village in Northumberland, PA

4.4
We had a very good experience with the facility and staff. Staff was very helpful with moving in and changing rooms. Food was bland and meals repetitive. This is understandable considering the population needs. Things like fresh fruit and salads were available, but residents had to ask for them. ...
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Union Center independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union Center, 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 Union Center 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 Union Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Union Center, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Union Center 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 Union Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Union Center, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union Center 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 Union Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Union Center, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
45.7%
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Nottingham Village, Appleridge Senior Living and New Corey Creek Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Union Center, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Union Center, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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