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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Middlesex, PA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 12 independent living facilities in Middlesex, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of Holiday Essex House
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I moved here about 18 months ago. I feel very comfortable living here as the staff and residents are great! The food is good and I love my apartment. I told a couple of good friends about living here-now...
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.
Essex House is located in a peaceful neighborhood close to the boarder of Lemoyne and Camp Hill Boroughs.Our senior living community is nestled on the hillside with lush vegetation and beautiful grounds with walking paths. We have dedicated staff and management team who have been here for years...
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Actually, the whole experience was very good. We checked out several different places before we found the woods. This is the only one that she's liked all around, including the people, the food, and the...
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 Woods at Cedar Run is a senior care facility located in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. We offer three different care options including independent living, personal care and memory care. Though each option is different they all offer an exceptional amount of individualized care and service. Our...
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3131 Floor plans available
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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.
Welcome to Harmony at West ShoreIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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It starts with the friendly staff and a clean facility. Country Meadows serves tasty food and provides several choices, A variety of activities and exercise programs are available each day, including...
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, 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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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.
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
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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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I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
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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After careful consideration and much prayer, we felt like God lead us to Transitions, and we have been very satisfied with our Mom’s care. She enjoys the activities and raves about [name removed] who...
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Middlesex, PA

The average cost of senior living in Middlesex is $4,139 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Landisburg, PA with an average of $3,590 per month.

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

Middlesex, PA
$4,139/mo
$4,106/mo

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

Middlesex, PA
$4,139/mo
U.S. national average
$4,064/mo

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

$5,653/mo
Independent Living
$4,139/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,733/mo
Studio
$4,319/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,556/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,213/mo

Senior living costs in Middlesex 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: Middlesex, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMiddlesex, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,139/mo$4,165/mo$4,064/mo
Assisted Living$5,018/mo$4,283/mo$4,587/mo
Memory Care$5,653/mo$5,400/mo$5,339/mo
Independent Living
Middlesex, PA:$4,139/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,165/mo
U.S.:$4,064/mo
Assisted Living
Middlesex, PA:$5,018/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,283/mo
U.S.:$4,587/mo
Memory Care
Middlesex, PA:$5,653/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,400/mo
U.S.:$5,339/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Middlesex

Recent reviews for independent living in Middlesex

Harmony at West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.9
This is a good place. They have a lot to offer the residents. I would recommend you look at the community to see if it would work for your loved one. The service time could be improved for meal service as it seems to be a long time to get food for the residents.

Kindred Place at Harrisburg

5.0
It really is difficult to put a price on a place that gives such care to your loved one. For an individual that wants their own Independence in a protective environment you can't beat the cost. I selected Kindred Place because it was closer to her friends , family and church. Also, it allowed ...
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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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Middlesex independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Middlesex independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Middlesex, 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 Middlesex 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 Middlesex partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Middlesex, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Middlesex 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 Middlesex communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Middlesex, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
31%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Middlesex 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 Middlesex offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Middlesex, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Terraces at Capitol Village, Holiday Essex House and Holiday The Manor at Oakridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Middlesex, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Middlesex, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Middlesex, Pennsylvania are The Terraces at Capitol Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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