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As I reflect on a bustling and boisterous Thanksgiving day with my family (Mom included), many things come to mind - impossibly delicious food, hilarious antics, and special family connections. I can safely...
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.
Whether you’re a resident or visitor you’re important to us. Our goal is always to make you feel welcome at our Senior Living Community. Here at The Chandler Estates, we promote an active, elegant, rural and independent lifestyle molded to suit each individual resident. We are “Proud to make a...
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My mom lives in assisted living here so I can only speak for that experience. She is very happy with the help she receives. She gets proper medical attention when she needs it and has been there for a year...
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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My loved one was previously a resident at Moravian Hall Square and the experience at this facility was great. They were well staffed, very clean, friendly and everything in the building worked and if...
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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My loved one was previously a resident at Moravian Hall Square and the experience at this facility was great. They were well staffed, very clean, friendly and everything in the building worked and if...
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: 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.
For over twenty years we have been proud to present this unique concept in assisted living and independent living for older adults, in a beautiful country setting. It is our aim to provide you with the services and programs you need to maintain independent, dignified living. Our staff is...
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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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
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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, 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.
Goodwill Neighborhood Residences is a senior, 55 and over, housing community that is located in Scranton, PA in Lackawanna County. The residences are a close-knit community that is local to major freeways that lead to many dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Goodwill is a transformed...
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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
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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
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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
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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
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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
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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
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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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The care provided for my loved one at Sacred Heart Senior Living by the Creek has been exceptional. The staff is very friendly and take good care of her needs. The atmosphere is really homey and warm. I have...
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.

Cost of independent living in Pocono Summit Estates, PA

The average cost of senior living in Pocono Summit Estates is $3,694 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Side, PA with an average of $2,799 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Pocono Summit Estates, PA vs. nearby cities

Pocono Summit Estates, PA
$3,694/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Pocono Summit Estates, PA vs. the state and national average

Pocono Summit Estates, PA
$3,694/mo
U.S. national average
$4,064/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Pocono Summit Estates vs. other types of senior living

$4,222/mo
Independent Living
$3,694/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Pocono Summit Estates, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,621/mo
Studio
$4,798/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,853/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,597/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,534/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Pocono Summit Estates

Recent reviews for independent living in Pocono Summit Estates

Country Meadows of Bethlehem

4.1
Connections at Country Meadows Bethlehem is in a lovely setting. The staff is made up of kind, caring, patient people. Everything is positive and upbeat, and the food is amazing!

Country Meadows of Allentown

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I’m so happy we’ve found a home away from home for my mother. She loves the care, activities, and atmosphere at Country Meadows. Each resident and their family members are treated like family. The creative programming focuses on the diversity of their clientele. Thanks for everything.

Merriam Casa Bella in Newton, NJ

5.0
My dad is receiving excellent care and attention, they assist him with all of his daily living, and the food is great. Compared to other facilities, the food is great, for example, pork loin, mashed potatoes, green beans, beef stew, mac and cheese, home made soups, unsweet iced tea, pudding to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting atmosphere at various communities, such as Traditions of Hanover and Sterling Heights. Residents and families express appreciation for the staff's caring nature and the sense of community among residents.
Variety of activities for residents. Amenities and activities are an important factor for several residents, with many reviews highlighting the diverse offerings at Heath Village and Atria Bethlehem. Events, classes, and outings cater to various interests, ensuring residents stay engaged and entertained.
Attentiveness and support from staff. The responsiveness and dedication of staff members are frequently praised in reviews for communities like Bentley Commons and Walden III. Families appreciate the attentiveness to residents' needs, ensuring their loved ones receive the care they require.
Cleanliness and maintenance of living spaces. Residents and families consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas and individual apartments, such as those at Country Meadows and Heath Village. Regular maintenance and housekeeping contribute to a well-maintained living environment.
Friendly and helpful front desk staff. First impressions matter, and many reviews commend the friendly and helpful nature of front desk staff at various communities, like Traditions of Hanover and Sterling Heights. These individuals serve as the face of the community, setting a positive tone for residents and their families.
Extensive amenities and services. Communities like Country Meadows and Heath Village offer extensive amenities and services, such as transportation, on-site medical care, and housekeeping, allowing residents to enjoy a worry-free and convenient living experience. These features enhance the overall quality of life for seniors.
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Pocono Summit Estates independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pocono Summit Estates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pocono Summit Estates, 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 Pocono Summit Estates 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 Pocono Summit Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pocono Summit Estates, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.4%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
17.6%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.7%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Pocono Summit Estates 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 Pocono Summit Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pocono Summit Estates, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
14.1%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.5%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pocono Summit Estates 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 Pocono Summit Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pocono Summit Estates, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.2%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.9%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.6%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.1%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.4%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.2%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.8%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.1%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.7%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
24.7%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.5%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Hanover, Saucon Valley Manor and Atria Bethlehem are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pocono Summit Estates, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 88 independent living facilities near Pocono Summit Estates, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Pocono Summit Estates, Pennsylvania are Traditions of Hanover and Riverton Enhanced Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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