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Amity Place in Douglassville, PA

Amity Place is an assisted living community in Douglassville, PA.

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Amity Place in Douglassville, PA

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  • Interior

    A spacious dining room with elegantly set tables and chairs.

  • Outdoors

    A charming white gazebo surrounded by lush greenery and a curved pathway in a garden setting.

  • Decor

    A spacious meeting room with a large conference table surrounded by chairs and decorated walls.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a piano, seating area, and a fireplace.

  • Building

    A building entrance with a covered driveway and surrounding greenery.

  • Architecture

    A charming gazebo surrounded by lush greenery and a smooth pathway.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed and warm lighting.

  • Trees

    Aerial view of a complex of buildings surrounded by lush greenery and a parking area.

  • Windows

    A cozy bedroom with a bed, chair, and window adorned with curtains.

  • Dining

    An elegantly set dining room with chandeliers and floral arrangements.

  • Landscaping

    A charming white gazebo surrounded by lush greenery and a winding pathway.

  • Kitchen

    A cozy kitchen and dining area with orange walls, wooden cabinets, and a tile floor.

  • Lighting

    A cozy living room with orange armchairs, a fireplace, and warm lighting.

  • Garden

    A cozy porch with comfortable seating and vibrant flowers.

139 Old Swede Road, Douglassville, PA 19518

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4.3 from 104 reviews
5 stars
67
4 stars
16
3 stars
11
2 stars
2
1 stars
8

Amity Place Costs & Pricing

Amity Place offers a range of accommodation options with pricing that reflects its quality and services. For a semi-private room, the cost is $3,618 per month, which is slightly above the average for Berks County at $3,216 but remains competitive compared to the broader state average of $3,542. The studio apartments range from $4,500 to $5,138, notably higher than both county ($3,338) and state ($3,737) averages. In terms of one-bedroom units, Amity Place charges $5,898 monthly - this is significantly more than Berks County's average of $4,043 and Pennsylvania's average of $4,006. Overall, while Amity Place positions itself at a premium within the local market for its amenities and lifestyle offerings, prospective residents can expect costs that align with the increased level of care and living experience provided.

Floor plansAmity PlaceBerks CountyPennsylvania
Semi-Private$3,618$3,216$3,542
Studio$4,500 to $5,138$3,338$3,737
1 Bedroom$5,898$4,043$4,006

Overall Review of Amity Place

common 42 reviews mention this

Caring staff and fast help

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who are genuinely caring and responsive.

Multiple reviews say the staff know residents, take time to talk, and encourage involvement in day-to-day life. Several families mention that getting help is straightforward, including when a resident rings for assistance. A few reviews also highlight consistent, respectful communication with family members, while others express frustration with communication at times. Across the reviews, the staff presence is a major reason people feel reassured about care.

common 24 reviews mention this

Meals and dining feel reliable

Dining is a frequent bright spot, with many describing meals as good.

Many reviews describe meals as good or nutritious, and several families mention enjoying specific foods and holiday gatherings. Others say the dining experience is steady and that residents seem content with what’s served. A smaller number of reviews express dissatisfaction with food quality or limited options at meal times. Overall, residents and families most often associate dining with satisfaction, and some also describe dietary support needs being taken into account.

  • An interior view of a well-lit dining area with wooden tables and chairs.
  • A spacious dining room with elegantly set tables and chairs.
  • A cozy kitchen and dining area with orange walls, wooden cabinets, and a tile floor.
common 33 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

The activity calendar stands out as a steady part of life here.

Reviews commonly mention scheduled activities, social events, and off-site outings, including games and group gatherings. Several residents are described as participating regularly, with families valuing both variety and encouragement to join in. Some reviews highlight specific themed events and seasonal celebrations, while a few suggest there should be more activities or better organization. The community environment is often described as busy enough to give residents something to do.

common 30 reviews mention this

Clean, home-like facility

Cleanliness and a home-like feel come up often in resident and family feedback.

Many reviews describe the facility as clean, well-maintained, and comfortable, sometimes comparing it favorably to a more institutional feel. Families frequently mention rooms and common areas looking tidy, and some also comment on reduced or absent odors. A few reviews raise concerns about upkeep or cleanliness quality, including one very negative cleanliness-related remark. Still, the most repeated theme is that the building feels clean and welcoming day to day.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Care limits for higher needs

A few families say higher-need situations were not matched well.

Some reviews indicate concerns about the ability to manage certain higher-need circumstances, including memory-care fit and staffing coverage expectations. One review directly questions the availability of around-the-clock RN nursing, and another describes a perceived decline in care after staffing changes. There are also complaints about follow-through with medical appointments and communication from nursing during a transition. While many families are pleased with day-to-day support, these critiques suggest limits can show up for residents who require more intensive or specialized help.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Pricing runs mixed versus expectations

Cost increases and price-to-care expectations are recurring concerns for some families.

A few reviews mention pricing increases that felt surprising, including one that linked the higher cost to less care. Others describe the overall pricing as reasonable or around average compared with alternatives they considered. Pricing feedback appears tied to how much support a resident needs and how clearly families feel those services match what they expected. The community’s listed pricing also places it above county and state benchmarks across most unit types in the provided range.

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Features

Housing

  • 100 resident community capacity 100 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financial aid Financial aid
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Douglassville, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant community with convenient access to essential services for seniors. The area boasts several hospitals within a short distance, including Berks Family Care and Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Additionally, there are multiple pharmacies for easy medication management. For dining options, residents can enjoy local breweries like Hidden River Brewing Company and Sly Fox Brewery & Tastin' Room, as well as traditional favorites such as Ice House Steaks & Pizza and The Blue Elephant. Nearby parks like Pottstown Riverfront Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, while places of worship such as St Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church offer spiritual fulfillment. With reliable transportation options like Enterprise Rent-A-Car available, Douglassville provides a welcoming and convenient environment for seniors looking to settle in the area.

Hospitals

  • Berks Family Care (0.1 miles)
  • Pottstown Memorial Medical Center (6 miles)
  • Physicians Care Surgical Hospital (9.5 miles)
  • Haven Behavioral Hospital (11.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • Rite Aid (4.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (4.2 miles)
  • Birdsboro Pharmacy (4.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Hidden River Brewing Company (0.8 miles)
  • Sly Fox Brewery & Tastin' Room (3 miles)
  • Ice House Steaks & Pizza (3.7 miles)
  • The Blue Elephant (4 miles)
  • Yellow House Hotel (4.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (5.6 miles)
  • Spunktown Tavern (6 miles)

Physicians

  • Stowe Family Practice (2.6 miles)
  • Coventry Family (4.1 miles)
  • Coventry Family Care (4.1 miles)
  • Family Medicine Associates (4.4 miles)
  • Reading Hospital Medical Group (4.4 miles)
  • Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania, PC (5.7 miles)
  • Pmsi (6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.9 miles)
  • Shorty's Sunflower Cafe (5.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (11.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (12.2 miles)
  • Pike Cafe (12.2 miles)

Parks

  • Pottstown Riverfront Park (4 miles)
  • French Creek State Park (9.1 miles)
  • Egelman Park (10.7 miles)
  • Eleventh and Pike Playground (12.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church (7.2 miles)
  • Hope Community Church (7.4 miles)
  • Royersford Baptist Church (11.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (11.6 miles)

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