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Photo of Ashton Commons
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77 Floor plans available
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Definitely 5 stars. I had great consult with A Place for Mom and had a comparison list of 5-6 homes in the area we desired. We did the research at least 3 years before the "time to Move Mom to a personal...
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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It had minimal support, but the right amount of support for my father in law. He offered daily dinners. He has a room with a microwave, small fridge, and sink which is appropriate for his skill level. The...
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.
The Commons at Stonebrook Villageoffers an active lifestyle for individuals55 and over. We provide a warm, friendlyatmosphere with no buy-in fees orlong-term leases, where our staff gets toknow each of our residents and can helpthem to Live an Abundant Life®.The Commons at Stonebrook Village is...
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4747 Floor plans available
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Apartment is well appointed - warm, neutral flooring and walls, wood kitchen cabinets and granite countertops. Primary BR and both baths are very roomy. The common areas in facility are very clean and tidy....
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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This is a large but beautiful facility. Quiet, clean and lots to do and the care and the food is fantastic. The communication with higher ups was a bit rocky at first but got settled quickly.
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.
Now open in Cranberry Township, Atria at Cranberry Woods is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. With convenient access to Cranberry Commons, the community will offer what you are looking for in your next...
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I was very impressed with the overall cleanliness of the facility. The food was good and well prepared, and the staff were very caring, attentive, and professional. They made the environment feel welcoming...
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.
The Waters of WexfordA NEW SENIOR COMMUNITYThe Waters of Wexford is now open and accepting residents. The community features 143 apartment homes within an elegantly designed 4-story building. Residents can experience a full service restaurant, café, salon and wellbeing studio. With wellbeing at...
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We had a history with the facility- my parents had stayed there for years under the prior management. My brothers stay at Heritage was abruptly shorter than planned due to health complications. The staff...
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.
Heritage Valley Senior Living Community is located in the beautiful McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania. This Community offers a personal care residence, a memory care neighborhood, and independent living for seniors; allowing seniors to transition to different levels of service on one campus. Our goal...
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Terrace Place is both welcoming and friendly. The staff is very caring and made the transition to apartment-living so much easier for my dad. The staff ensures residents are introduced to one another and...
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.
WELCOME, NEIGHBOR!Introducing Terrace Place at Vincentian, an active, independent living senior community for adults 55+ welcoming residents since April 2019. Surprisingly priced, Terrace Place offers luxury living without the extra cost!Conveniently located just minutes from abundant shopping...
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The staff all seem to be very kind, especially maintenance, I believe her name is [name removed], so helpful and kind. I've only met one housekeeper, I believe his name is [name removed], sweetest and...
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.
For more than 100 years, St. John Communityhas helped seniors thrive spiritually, emotionally,intellectually and physically. Through our vibrantcontinuing care community, our goal is to help you live life to the fullest—with the respect, love and the compassion you deserve.Explore what this...
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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, 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.
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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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
Sherwood Oaks - A Lifestyle of DistinctionEnjoy an expansive campus including lakes, woodlands and a registered arboretum.  As a full lifecare community Sherwood Oaks gives you the freedom to do the things you want now, with health care guaranteed for your future.  Residential...

Cost of independent living in Mc Candless, PA

The average cost of senior living in Mc Candless is $3,895 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hempfield, PA with an average of $3,331 per month.

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

Mc Candless, PA
$3,895/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Mc Candless, PA, vs. other senior living options

$7,364/mo
Independent Living
$3,895/mo

Independent living costs in Mc Candless, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,058/mo
Studio
$3,142/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,952/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,016/mo

Senior living costs in Mc Candless 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: Mc Candless, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMc Candless, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,895/mo$3,813/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$5,958/mo$5,701/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,364/mo$7,255/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Mc Candless, PA:$3,895/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,813/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Mc Candless, PA:$5,958/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,701/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Mc Candless, PA:$7,364/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,255/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Mc Candless, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mc Candless 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 average 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
Mc Candless, PA$3,570/mo$3,523/mo+1.3%
Pennsylvania$3,452/mo$3,426/mo+0.8%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Mc Candless, PA
2024 average cost:$3,570/mo
2023 average cost:$3,523/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,452/mo
2023 average cost:$3,426/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Mc Candless

Recent reviews for independent living in Mc Candless

The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC in Pittsburgh, PA

4.1
The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They communicate appropriately with family, no matter the time of day. We had a family holiday meal catered at the facility and the food was terrific! We will do it again. My brother has met many people he kn there and has also made some new friends. ...
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Terrace Place at Vincentian in Allison Park, PA

5.0
When trying to find a place for my mother the search was a bit of a downer and all of the places we found just seemed dark and depressing. Until we visited Vicentian Terrace Place. It was bright and just seem more upbeat than anywhere we had been. The apartments were beautiful and the staff was ...
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Shelbourne Personal Care in Butler, PA

5.0
We chose this community for both of my parents.It's very clean and we liked the layout of the room.It's also less expensive than other communities in the area. My mother was very resistant about moving but is now transitioning very well. She is participating in the activities the community ...
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Mc Candless independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Candless independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Candless, 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 Mc Candless 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 Mc Candless partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mc Candless, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.6%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.5%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.5%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Candless 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 Mc Candless communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Candless, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.5%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.7%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
19.5%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.4%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Candless 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 Mc Candless offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mc Candless, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.8%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.4%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.4%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.9%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.2%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.8%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.6%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.9%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
34.9%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.4%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.9%
40.9%
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Ashton Commons, The Commons at Stonebrook Village and Harmony at Harts Run are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mc Candless, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Mc Candless, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mc Candless, Pennsylvania are Chartiers Bend Retirement Resort and Apple Blossom. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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