Personal Care Homes in Chester County, PA
47 licensed personal care homes across Chester County, with capacity for up to 3,484 residents. Sourced from PA Department of Human Services license data.
County pages help families searching by Area Agency on Aging region, hospital discharge county, or where adult children live. Compare homes by city below, or request a free shortlist matched to open beds.
Homes
47
Total capacity
3,484
Cities
19
ZIP codes
18
Cities in Chester County with licensed homes
Licensed personal care homes in Chester County
Frequently asked questions
- How many personal care homes are in Chester County?
- There are 47 PA DHS-licensed personal care homes in Chester County, with a combined licensed capacity of 3,484 residents.
- Which cities in Chester County have personal care homes?
- Homes in this directory are listed in West Chester (9), Malvern (5), Exton (4), Kennett Square (4), Paoli (4), Berwyn (3), Phoenixville (3), Coatesville (2), Honey Brook (2), West Brandywine (2), Chester Springs (1), Devon (1), and more.
- Do I need to live in Chester County to move into a home there?
- No. Pennsylvania personal care homes do not require county residency. Many families choose a home closer to the adult child who will visit most often.
- Can I get a free shortlist for Chester County?
- Yes. Submit the shortlist form on this page with your timeframe. We'll email 3–5 licensed homes in or near Chester County that are currently accepting residents — free, no account.
Guides for families in Chester County
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