55+ and Retirement Communities & Services in the Brandywine Valley

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55+ Communities for the Fit, Active and Independent

There are a variety of communities in our area built and managed for active seniors living an active and healthy lifestyle with amenities geared toward that group. Whether you’re looking for a townhouse, condo, apartment or single home, these communities cater to older adults and offer settings that generally feel like resorts. They’re designed to make retirement healthier and more enjoyable.

Pennsylvania

Exton

Meridian at Eagleview
484-873-8110; MeridianEagleview.com

Glen Mills

Ivy Creek
610-981-2740; SeniorLivingInStyle.com

King of Prussia

Canvas Valley Forge
844-400-6435; CanvasValleyForge.com
Experience active adult living at Canvas Valley Forge, where vibrant community and lifestyle meet. Enjoy beautifully designed apartments, curated amenities and endless opportunities to explore your passions. From fitness classes to social events and new hobbies, Canvas offers everything you need to live life to the fullest in a community designed just for you.

West Chester

Harrison Hill Apartments
610-430-6900; HarrisonHillApts.com
“Harrison Hill is more than a community; it is a neighborhood!” 55+ independent residents enjoy Monday Mingle, holiday festivities, barbecues and more. A festive, family-oriented, welcoming environment features five stories that offer 114 apartment homes comprised of one bedrooms and one bedrooms with a den, all with walk-in showers & washer/dryers.

Hershey’s Mill
610-436-8900; HersheysMill55Plus.com

Independent Living Communities with Continuing Care & Life Care Communities

Many seniors are currently independent but want or need, for themselves or their spouse, to live with support—moving from independent living to assisted living, followed by skilled nursing and several kinds of specialized facilities. When the sequence is combined on a single campus, it’s called a continuing care community or life care community. Those listed have strong independent living programs.

Pennsylvania

Cornwall

Cornwall Manor
717-274-8092; CornwallManor.org
Cornwall Manor is a not-for-profit community located in historic Cornwall. Providing a fulfilling lifestyle for individuals 60+ since 1949, the community is located in a natural wooded setting with a variety of independent homes and apartments, onsite health care, top-notch amenities and services, and maintenance-free living. You owe it to yourself to visit Cornwall Manor.

Exton

Exton Senior Living
610-594-0200; ExtonSeniorLiving.com

Glen Mills

Glen Mills Senior Living
610-358-4900; GlenMillsSeniorLiving.com

Honey Brook

Tel Hai Retirement Community
484-796-4262; TelHai.org
“Life is better at Tel Hai!” Set in the scenic countryside of Chester County, Tel Hai blends vibrant senior living with peace of mind. From cottages, apartments and townhomes to their unmatched amenities, you’ll find the perfect setting to embrace your passions. Plus, as a life plan community, they provide the full continuum of care—ensuring confidence and comfort at every stage of retirement.

Kennett Square

Friends Home in Kennett
610-444-2577; FriendsHomeInKennett.org

Kendal-Crosslands Communities
844-907-1800; Kendal-Crosslands.org
Adjacent to Longwood Gardens on a 500+-acre accredited arboretum campus, the community provides two life plan communities and two 50+ neighborhoods with customizable cottages and apartments. Amenities include pools, art studios, gardens, hiking trails, dog park, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness, libraries and putting greens, plus highly rated healthcare. Member of Leading Age, FSA and accredited by CARF-CCAC.

Malvern

Echo Lake
484-568-4777
LivingAtEchoLake.com

Media

Riddle Village
610-891-3700; RiddleVillage.org

Multiple Locations

Acts Retirement–Life Communities
888-521-3651
AboutActs.com/CountyLinesMag
For more than 50 years, Acts Retirement-Life Communities have provided residents gracious living options and a maintenance-free, amenity-filled lifestyle that allows them to celebrate the good life without all the worries. Best of all, Acts Life Care lets residents pay for future care in today’s dollars should their needs change.

Morningside House
610-594-0455; MHSeniorLiving.com
Discover exceptional senior living with Morningside Senior Living. Locally rooted communities in Exton, Collegeville, Towamencin and Blue Bell offer supportive personal care, memory care and short-term stays. Each location features apartment-style residences, compassionate teams and engaging wellness programs—including onsite therapy services—designed to help residents thrive in vibrant, personalized environments where comfort, care and community come together.

Newtown Square

Dunwoody Village
610-359-4400; Dunwoody.org
Located in a suburban setting on 83 picturesque acres, Dunwoody Village is a fivestar rated CCRC with a host of amenities. Dunwoody offers residents independent living, personal care, skilled nursing and memory support, as well as rehabilitation and home care to both residents and the outside community. Plan for tomorrow by getting on the waiting list today.

White Horse Village
610-558-5000; WhiteHorseVillage.org
Discover White Horse Village, a senior living community on 109 scenic acres. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with abundant activities, wellness programs, exceptional dining, stylish living options and the security of a full continuum of care. First-class amenities include multiple dining venues, a tavern, wellness center, indoor pool/spa, bocce, art studio, hiking trails, community garden and more.

Rosemont

The Mansion at Rosemont
610-632-5835
TheMansionAtRosemont.org
The Mansion at Rosemont is a premier boutique life plan community set amid the lush grounds of the historic Beaupre Estate in the heart of the Main Line. Boasting unmatched architectural beauty in addition to newly renovated apartment homes and cottages, the only thing more beautiful than the community itself is the warmth of the people who call it home.

Wallingford

Plush Mills
610-859-4445; PlushMills.com

West Brandywine

Freedom Village at Brandywine
484-288-2200; FVBrandywine.com

West Chester

Barclay Friends
610-696-5211; BF.Kendal.org
Located in a quiet neighborhood, Barclay Friends offers a welcoming environment to engage in meaningful connections and lifelong interests. Residents may do everything from creative arts and gardening to mindfulness and community gatherings. The campus features spaces designed to invite conversation, reflection and personal growth. A continuum of health and wellness services is available.

The Hickman Friends Senior Community of West Chester
484-760-6300; TheHickman.org
Guided by Quaker traditions since 1891, The Hickman is a nonprofit senior living community where compassion, connection and comfort come together. Residents enjoy personalized care and a vibrant lifestyle in the heart of historic West Chester. Discover The Hickman Effect—where every moment feels like home. “When You’re Here, You’re Home.”

Wellington at Hershey’s Mill
484-653-1200
SeniorLifestyle.com/Property/Pennsylvania/Wellington-At-Hersheys-Mill

Delaware

Harmony at Hockessin
302-504-8007; HarmonyAtHockessin.com
Opened in summer 2025. Discover more than a new home at Harmony—find friendship, vibrant community and carefree living. For over 40 years, Harmony communities have celebrated the fun and connection of senior living. Enjoy spacious apartments, weekly housekeeping and exciting amenities. A full calendar of events and complimentary transportation make life easier and more enjoyable.

In-Home Care & Special Services

For those seeking comfort or support during treatment for a serious illness.

Delaware

Wilmington

Delaware Hospice
800-838-9800; DelawareHospice.org
You’re not alone in facing serious illness. Delaware Hospice embraces you and your loved one with a community-focused continuum of support, providing more than in-home hospice care. Whether you need community resources, palliative care or grief support, they provide comprehensive care to children and adults for every stage of serious illness. Call or visit their website for local, expert care.

Senior Services & Continuing Education

Delaware

Wilmington

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Delaware
302-573-4417; OLLI.UDel.edu
Join the more than 2,500 lifelong learners at the University of Delaware’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) who have already discovered fun classes and enrichment opportunities. OLLI is a volunteer-driven educational cooperative for adults age 50-plus, with classes and activities offered at UD OLLI locations throughout Delaware as well as online.