Senior Citizens Homes in the Suburbs of Philadelphia

A Review of Good Senior Citizen Homes in the Suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Senior citizens homes are the most important abode of many elderly in their lives. Many seniors have different reasons to look for a senior citizens home - aging compounded with physical debility, need for regular nursing care, support for Alzheimer's, lack of help from immediate family, etc. Depending on individual needs, there are multiple options - retirement communities, assisted living, nursing services, companion services, special care for Alzheimer's and dementia, etc.

Several senior citizens homes in PA offer a mix of these services. In suburban Philadelphia, there are many such homes with very good reputation. These are listed below.

Senior citizens homes in PA: Shannondell at Valley Forge is an excellent community for seniors that offers an active lifestyle for seniors - they provide aquatic and fitness centers, a club with swimming and dining facilities, shopping, performing arts center, a golf course, etc. The Main Line Health Center, a premier health-service provide in suburban Philadelphia is located within their community premises and caters medical care and physical therapy to its residents. They also have a special care and nursing community (The Meadows) to support seniors with special needs.

I have a colleague whose parents live in this community. Although expensive, they love it! They are very appreciative of the active lifestyle opportunities in the community and the sense of security from having medical facilities within a stone's throw.

Contact information:
10000 Shannondell Drive
Audubon, PA 19403
(610) 728-5211

Senior citizens homes in PA: Blue Bell Place provides three levels of care for seniors - independent living with house cleaning and emergency services, assisted living with round the clock nursing services, meals and snacks provision, laundry services and recreational programs and memory care for those with Alzheimer's. The community provides a library and supports social get-togethers. They are connected to many medical services providers who visit the community if a need arises.

Contact information:
777 DeKalb Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(610) 277-6443