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Best Assisted Living in West Chester, Pennsylvania

7 communities found

MyLivingChoice lists 7 assisted living communities in West Chester. Families rate them 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 631 public reviews.

  • 7communities
  • 4.4average rating, 7 rated
  • 631family reviews read

Best-rated assisted living in West Chester

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

  1. 1

    Arbor Terrace Willistown

    4.8 (150 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care

    Arbor Terrace Willistown has a strong 4.8-star average across 147 Google reviews, but no individual review comments were provided, so specific praises or concerns from families could not be identified.

  2. 2

    Sunrise of Westtown

    4.6 (27 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care

    Families describe Sunrise of Westtown as a caring, well-run community where staff know residents personally and communicate openly. Reviewers praise the nursing team, the front desk, and the management, and mention…

  3. 3

    The Hickman

    4.5 (41 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

  4. 4

    Merrill Gardens at West Chester

    4.4 (74 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living

    Merrill Gardens at West Chester offers both assisted living and independent living in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Families have rated the community 4.4 out of 5 based on 74 Google reviews, though detailed review comments…

  5. 5

    Bellingham at West Chester

    4.3 (188 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care

    Bellingham at West Chester offers independent living, personal care, and memory care under one roof, with a strong overall Google rating from a sizable number of reviewers. However, no individual review text was…

  6. 6

    Wellington at Hershey's Mill

    4.2 (118 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care

    Wellington at Hershey's Mill is an independent living community in West Chester, Pennsylvania, with a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 113 Google reviews. No individual review comments were provided, so specific praises or…

  7. 7

    Barclay Friends

    4.2 (33 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 64 units

What families say about assisted living in West Chester

Counted across the review summaries of 7 West Chester communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Praised most

  • Caring, attentive staff 29%
  • Activities and social life 29%
  • Memory care 29%
  • Communication with families 14%
  • Value for money 14%

Concerns raised

  • Communication with families 57%
  • Cost and billing 57%

“Really impressed by the cleanliness and attention to detail. It’s a beautiful property that clearly values everyone who walks through the door. Five stars all the way!”

“I visited this location and it seemed very nice. I saw a lot of residents out doing activities and they seemed to be having fun.”

“At age 92 it is my mom’s first time in assisted living. The staff are very helpful and the facility is well maintained. Knowing she is well cared for and safe is a relief for all of us.”

Assisted Living in West Chester: the figures

  • •Among the 3 that publish a starting price, prices start at $3,200 a month with a median of $4,450.
  • •Most common amenities: emergency call system (7), private rooms (7), 24-hour staff (7), wheelchair accessible (7), gathering / activity spaces (7), housekeeping (6).

Assisted Living near West Chester

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

CityCommunitiesRating
Exton5.7 mi84.4 / 5
Malvern6.1 mi114.7 / 5
Glen Mills6.9 mi64.5 / 5
Chadds Ford7.8 mi94.8 / 5
Newtown Square9.3 mi94.7 / 5
Media10.3 mi234.1 / 5
King of Prussia13 mi64.5 / 5
Wilmington, Delaware14.2 mi404 / 5

All of Pennsylvania: Assisted Living in Pennsylvania. Closer to home? Compare assisted living near you, sorted by distance.

About these figures

Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in West Chester, 631 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.

Reading on this

Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in West Chester ask about.

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Assisted Living in West Chester: Common Questions

How many assisted living communities are in West Chester, Pennsylvania?

MyLivingChoice lists 7 assisted living communities in West Chester, Pennsylvania, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

How much does assisted living cost in West Chester?

Among West Chester communities that publish pricing, assisted living starts around $3,200/month, with an average published starting rate near $4,217/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.

Which assisted living communities in West Chester are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Arbor Terrace Willistown (4.8★, 150 ratings), Sunrise of Westtown (4.6★, 27 ratings), The Hickman (4.5★, 41 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in West Chester?

Beyond assisted living, West Chester has independent living (8 communities), memory care (6 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (6 communities), at-home care (2 communities), home health (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate assisted living in West Chester?

Families rate West Chester assisted living communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 631 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in West Chester assisted living communities?

Across the review summaries of 7 West Chester communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 29%), activities and social life (mentioned for 29%), memory care (mentioned for 29%). The most common concerns are communication with families (57%), cost and billing (57%).