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The cost of independent living in Walnut Bottom is about $3,948 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 21 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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They could have better meals. Activities could be better for men. Staff not always nice and do not give residents privacy. Activities should also be like to the war museum in Gettysburg, etc.
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.
Located in Fayetteville, Pennsylvania. Our unique senior living community is nestled in the pristine and tranquil woodlands near the Michaux State Forest.Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road is perfect for the active senior adult who prefers nature and green space as their retirement...
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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.
Imagine Living amidst 350 wooded country acres……in a community that can comfortably address your needs for the rest of your life…in a setting unlike any other you’ve ever seen.Welcome to Green Ridge Village, a continuing care retirement community offering independent and assisted living as well...
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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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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.
Cumberland Crossings is a senior living community located in Carlisle, PA, home to almost 19,000 people in Cumberland County. Home to the U.S. Army Military Heritage Museum, Carlisle is a small borough with row homes and quaint stores where residents can shop, run their errands and bank, or go to...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Walnut Bottom, PA

The average cost of senior living in Walnut Bottom is $3,948 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blain, PA with an average of $2,847 per month.

Independent living costs in Walnut Bottom, PA, vs. nearby cities

Walnut Bottom, PA
$3,994/mo
$3,993/mo

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

Walnut Bottom, PA
$3,994/mo
U.S. national average
$4,182/mo

Independent living costs in Walnut Bottom, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,650/mo
Independent Living
$3,994/mo

Independent living costs in Walnut Bottom, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,950/mo
Studio
$6,000/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,560/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Walnut Bottom 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: Walnut Bottom, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWalnut Bottom, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,994/mo$4,348/mo$4,182/mo
Assisted Living$4,960/mo$4,437/mo$4,769/mo
Memory Care$5,650/mo$5,437/mo$5,522/mo
Independent Living
Walnut Bottom, PA:$3,994/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,348/mo
U.S.:$4,182/mo
Assisted Living
Walnut Bottom, PA:$4,960/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,437/mo
U.S.:$4,769/mo
Memory Care
Walnut Bottom, PA:$5,650/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,437/mo
U.S.:$5,522/mo
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Independent living costs in Walnut Bottom, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Walnut Bottom 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
Walnut Bottom, PA$2,138/mo$4,175/mo-48.8%
Pennsylvania$2,975/mo$2,999/mo-0.8%
National$2,867/mo$2,799/mo+2.4%
Walnut Bottom, PA
2024 average cost:$2,138/mo
2023 average cost:$4,175/mo
Percent change:-48.8%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$2,975/mo
2023 average cost:$2,999/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$2,867/mo
2023 average cost:$2,799/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
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What families are saying about independent living in Walnut Bottom

Recent reviews for independent living in Walnut Bottom

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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Harmony at West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.6
What I like the most about Harmony at West Shores is the People, food, and parking. Yes I would recommend this community to other families based on my experience

Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road in Fayetteville, PA

5.0
What our family likes the most about the Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road community is the location. Our family can visit and rent on of the apartments for [fee removed] for a night for that price.

Walnut Bottom independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walnut Bottom independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walnut Bottom, 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 Walnut Bottom 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 Walnut Bottom partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Walnut Bottom, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Walnut Bottom 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 Walnut Bottom communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walnut Bottom, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walnut Bottom 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 Walnut Bottom offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Walnut Bottom, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
20%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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