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Friends Home In Kennett

147 West State Street

3.9(32 ratings)· Kennett Square average: 4.6

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Quick Facts

Total units
68
Licensed capacity
68 residents

California CDSS

Care philosophy
Rooted in Quaker values and nonprofit principles
Clinical care
24-hour care delivered by licensed nurses on-site
Memory care approach
Montessori-inspired, person-centered dementia care environment
Short-term stays
Respite stays available with an 8-day minimum
Location access
Direct walk to Kennett Square's Main Street shops

What Families Think

Most reviewers describe Friends Home in Kennett as warm, caring, and well-run, with praise for the staff, food, and activity programs like music and choir. One negative review raised concerns about management and staff treatment, contrasting with otherwise positive feedback.

The Good

  • Staff described as caring and attentive
  • Daily activities including a popular music program
  • Food and meal plan praised by families
  • Clean, friendly, family-like atmosphere
  • Good communication from care coordination staff

The Bad

  • One report of poor management and staff treatment
  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Friends Home In Kennett is a senior living community in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 32 reviews.

About Friends Home In Kennett

Friends Boarding Home of Western Quarterly Meeting is a senior living community in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, offering independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing care, and memory care rooted in Quaker values and nonprofit principles.

The community provides multiple levels of care tailored to resident needs. Independent residents enjoy private, maintenance-free apartments with security and community access. Assisted living residents receive customized help with daily living tasks such as showering, dressing, and medication management in a homelike setting. The community offers 24-hour clinical care delivered by licensed nurses for those requiring specialized medical attention. A Montessori-inspired memory care environment supports residents living with dementia through individualized, person-centered care provided by specially trained staff.

Short-term stays of a minimum of eight days are available at all care levels for recovery or respite, and the community operates under Montessori principles emphasizing respect, independence, and a prepared environment.

Located in the heart of historic Kennett Square, the community is integrated with the town's amenities. Residents can walk directly from the front door onto State Street to access local barber shops, beauty salons, and other businesses, allowing social life to extend beyond the community's walls.

Types of Care at Friends Home In Kennett

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Friends Home In Kennett

3.9overall · 32 ratings combined

3.9★ on Google (32)

Keith Bailey

Apr 2026

via Google

Nice clean place. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Dennis Jones

Apr 2026

via Google

Not sure why they asked reviews of this place because if you put anything truthful about the place and how it is horribly ran and the staff is treated, they have it erased pretty pathetic !!!

Patrick McKinley

Oct 2025

via Google

My mom stayed at the Linden Hall facility for 6 months and was so happy with everything. The staff were friendly, attentive, and very caring. The food was fresh and delicious. She felt like family while staying there during her recovery. I highly recommend this place to anyone.

Graceann DiAndrea

Jul 2025

via Google

Great experience. The team is caring and communication is great! Christina is awesome to work with on options for care. They have many daily activities to entertain and educate the patients. The music dept is amazing. Brenton is inspiring with his music and choir!

Hannah Christopher

Dec 2024

via Google

The people who work there are so caring and loving. They have a lot of awesome activities daily and a great meal plan. I always get a warm feeling when visiting The Friends home in Kennett Square.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Friends Home In Kennett offer?

Friends Home In Kennett offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Friends Home In Kennett located?

Friends Home In Kennett is located at 147 West State Street in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.

What do families say about Friends Home In Kennett?

Most reviewers describe Friends Home in Kennett as warm, caring, and well-run, with praise for the staff, food, and activity programs like music and choir. One negative review raised concerns about management and staff treatment, contrasting with otherwise positive feedback.

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