Brandywine Valley 2026 Guide to 55+ and Retirement Communities & Services
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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
West Chester
Harrison Hill Apartments
610-430-6900; HarrisonHillApts.com
Hershey’s Mill
610-436-8900; HersheysMill55Plus.com
Hershey’s Mill, a gated 55+ community, is situated around an 18-hole championship private golf club featuring casual and formal dining. The community also offers Tiger Turf-coated tennis courts, pickleball, 8 bocce courts, winter paddleball, shuffleboard and horseshoes, as well as walking trails, 24/7 coverage and protected interior paved roads for biking. Visit during their Community Open House on Oct. 11th from 1 to 3 p.m. Home sites from $300K to $800K.
Independent Living Communities, With Continuing Care and 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
Glen Mills
Glen Mills Senior Living
610-358-4900; GlenMillsSeniorLiving.com
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.
King of Prussia
Revelle King of Prussia
484-939-9830; LegendSeniorLiving.com
Revelle King of Prussia redefines senior living with sophisticated residences, exceptional hospitality and personalized care tailored to each individual. offering independent living, personal care and memory care, the community features elevated dining, enriching experiences and thoughtfully designed spaces for connection and wellness. Just minutes from King of Prussia Mall and major medical centers, Revelle blends comfort, convenience and peace of mind.
Malvern
Echo Lake
484-568-4777; LivingAtEchoLake.com
Media
Riddle Village
610-891-3700; RiddleVillage.org
Riddle Village is a life care community that offers amenities including a fitness center, putting green, indoor parking, personal trainer, four unique restaurants, a flexible dining program and much more. Riddle Village has 10 spacious apartment styles ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments.
Multiple Locations
Acts Retirement–Life Communities
888-521-3651
AboutActs.com/CountyLinesMag
For more than 50 years, Acts Retirement- Life Communities have provided residents an elevated lifestyle and the freedom to pursue passion, purpose and well-being. Celebrate the good life in a community full of great new friends and rich with possibility.
Luthercare
Luther Acres, 600 E. Main St., Lititz
St. John’s Herr Estate, 200 Luther Ln., Columbia
717-626-1171; Luthercare.org
Luthercare offers two exceptional senior living communities in Lancaster County. Discover the new neighborhood at Luther Acres in Lititz, ideal for active adults looking for maintenance-free living in a charming town, with the added confidence of long-term peace of mind. In Columbia, St. John’s Herr Estate provides a welcoming community with independent living and personal care options, all centered on vibrant living, connection and confidence for the future.
Newtown Square
Dunwoody Village
610-359-4400; Dunwoody.org
Located in a suburban setting on 83 picturesque acres, Dunwoody Village is a five-star 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, an active senior living community set on 109 scenic acres. Residents enjoy exceptional wellness programs, outstanding amenities, engaging activities, spacious homes and chef-prepared dining. From fitness classes and nature hikes to arts, lifelong learning and more, there’s something for every interest. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community, White Horse Village offers a vibrant lifestyle where friendships flourish and new adventures begin.
Rosemont
The Mansion at Rosemont
610-632-5835
TheMansionAtRosemont.org
Wallingford
Plush Mills
610-859-4445; PlushMills.com
West Brandywine
Freedom Village at Brandywine
484-288-2601; FVBrandywine.com
Life is good here … The best retirement is when you have more time to do what you want, with an abundance of choices for dining, socializing, fitness and fun. At Freedom Village at Brandywine, you can enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle where you’re welcomed like family. Their life care plan gives you access to a full continuum of care if you ever need it. Independent living, personal care, memory care, skilled nursing and rehab. Visit them today.
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
Wellington at Hershey’s Mill
484-653-1200
SeniorLifestyle.com/Property/Pennsylvania/Wellington-At-Hersheys-Mill
Wyomissing
The Highlands at Wyomissing
610-775-2300; TheHighlands.org
With over 113 acres of gently rolling hills, lush walkways and towering hardwoods, The Highlands at Wyomissing has offered stunning amenities, engaging activities and endless opportunities for 35 years. They’re proud to be the only nonprofit life care community in Berks County, where residents are free to live their active, independent lifestyles with a continuum of care available right at home if they were to ever need it.
Delaware
Wilmington
Harmony at Hockessin
302-504-8007; HarmonyAtHockessin.com
In-Home Care & Special Services
For those seeking comfort or support during treatment for a serious illness.
Multiple Locations
Surrey Services for Seniors
Broomall, Bryn Mawr, Devon and Media
SurreyServices.org
Join the celebration at Surrey’s 45th anniversary and usher in this milestone with a focus on the future: a fresh, new look and focus on cognitive health; essential services like transportation; and meaning and purpose through volunteerism. Surrey is a community-powered nonprofit that serves 5,000 older adults in Chester, Delaware and Montgomery Counties. Find out how they are changing the way we all age.
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
Curiosity never retires! Join more than 3,500 lifelong learners at the University of Delaware’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) who have already discovered fun classes and enrichment opportunities. A volunteer- driven educational cooperative for adults age 50+, UD OLLI offers classes and activities at locations throughout Delaware, as well as online. Meet friends, share your expertise and take advantage of exceptional benefits. OLLI.UDEL.edu/Benefits