THE LAFAYETTE
Residential Personal Care Community with Daily Living Assistance in Philadelphia
The Lafayette is a licensed personal care community in Philadelphia, PA, providing structured daily support and services for seniors throughout the Greater Philadelphia area.
Families exploring senior living options often compare personal care in Pennsylvania with assisted living in other states. At The Lafayette, residents receive support with dressing, grooming, and oversight of self-administered medications, along with nutritious meals, housekeeping, and engaging daily activities—all within a warm, inclusive environment where they feel welcomed, valued, and part of a close-knit community.
Personal Care vs. Assisted Living in Pennsylvania
In many states, the term “assisted living” is commonly used to describe communities that provide help with activities of daily living. In Pennsylvania, “personal care” is a distinct type of senior living that offers similar support.
Residents in our personal care communities receive assistance with grooming, dressing, oversight of self-administered medications, meals, housekeeping, and daily routines—all while maintaining as much independence as possible.
For families searching for assisted living near Philadelphia, personal care communities like ours offer a trusted and supportive alternative.
Designed to Make Every Day Better
In addition to help with daily activities, residents can take advantage of the many amenities and services on campus. Fitness classes, social and educational programs, games, movies, worship services and more are all on the calendar. Mealtimes are also an opportunity to gather with friends and neighbors for nutritious, made-from-scratch meals.
- Dedicated dining room
- Activity room
- Beauty salon & barbershop
- Comfortable lounge
- Redeemer Community Room
- Fitness room
- Country Store
- Library
- Game room
- US postal boxes
- Wi-Fi in common areas
- On-site parking
- Physician services on-site
American Heart Association Skilled Nursing Facility Heart Failure Certification
The Lafayette’s American Heart Association Heart Failure Certification substantiates our commitment to evidence-based protocols tailored for heart failure management within a skilled nursing facility. It signifies our adherence to rigorous program requirements, ensuring residents receive advanced, evidence-backed care.
Residential Personal Care With Daily Living Assistance
We tailor our care plans to each person’s needs. With four different care levels, our personal care community is able to offer additional daily living assistance as needs change.
Basic Personal Care
- Housekeeping
- Linen services
- Three daily meals served in the dining room
- Oversight of self-administered medications
- Assistance with medical appointment scheduling
- Access to health services
- Overnight security checks
- Pastoral care
- Access to transportation
- Activities and recreational programs
- Nurses available as needed
Level 1: Personal Care Plus
- Housekeeping
- Linen services
- Three daily meals served in the dining room
- Oversight of self-administered medications
- Assistance with medical appointment scheduling
- Access to health services
- Overnight security checks
- Pastoral care
- Access to transportation
- Activities and recreational programs
- Assistance with medication administration
- One shower per week
- Light assistance with dressing
- Assistance with treatment options choices
- Verbal cueing to meals and recreational programs
- Nurses available as needed
Level 2: Personal Care Advanced
- Housekeeping
- Linen services
- Three daily meals served in the dining room
- Activities and recreational programs
- Access to transportation
- Assistance with medical appointment scheduling
- Pastoral care and on-site religious services
- Overnight security checks
- Assistance with medication administration
- Diabetic management
- Oxygen management
- Assistance with toileting
- Assistance with two showers per week
- Light assistance with dressing
- Verbal cueing and escorting to meals and recreational programs as needed
- Access to health services
- Nurses available as needed
Level 3: Personal Care Custom
- Full assistance with the activities of daily living, including showering, dressing, toileting
- Assistance with medication administration
- Housekeeping
- Linen services
- Three daily meals served in the dining room
- Assistance with medical appointment scheduling
- Access to health services
- Overnight security checks
- Pastoral care
- Access to transportation
- Activities and recreational programs
- Assistance with treatment options choices
- Diabetic management
- Oxygen management
- Escorting to meals and recreational programs as needed
- Nurses available as needed
Find Your Fit.
We offer a variety of one- and two-bedroom floor plans to fit your style and budget. Designed for comfort and safety, many have been completely remodeled. If you love the outdoors, you’ll love our apartments with screened-in balconies. Perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing with a good book.
An Address With A Tradition of Service
The Lafayette is located at 8580 Verree Road in Fox Chase, a quiet residential neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA. Nestled amid the beauty of Pennypack Park, the community offers scenic views year-round, creating a serene setting that supports residents’ overall well-being. We're honored to serve seniors and families throughout the Greater Philadelphia region, including Northeast Philadelphia, Abington, Jenkintown, Cheltenham, and surrounding communities.
As a part of Redeemer Health, The Lafayette enables access to a trusted network of health care services and compassionate staff available 24/7, offering priceless peace of mind for both residents and their families.
Grounded in Catholic tradition, our warm and welcoming personal care community fosters an environment that celebrates spirituality and connection. Residents have access to chapel services, weekly Mass, and prayer groups, reflecting our commitment to Catholic values. At the same time, our pastoral care extends to individuals of all faiths, ensuring everyone feels respected, supported, and embraced. We cultivate a true sense of belonging and peace, honoring the unique spiritual journey of each resident.
