Whispering Oaks - A Provincial Senior Living Community sits in Hermitage, PA, and serves seniors with a focus on independent living as well as offering assisted living, nursing home, and memory care options for those who need more help. The three-story building looks inviting with its brick exterior, covered entryway, and landscaped grounds, and you'll find pet-friendly apartments in sizes that range from about 370 to 827 square feet, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. Apartment homes feature accessible bathrooms, safety rails, walk-in showers, smoke alarms, and sprinkler systems for comfort and safety, and the kitchens have white shaker cabinets and stainless steel refrigerators, with plenty of space in living and dining areas.
The staff at Whispering Oaks aim to help residents with daily activities when needed, and there's weekly housekeeping, linen service, light maintenance, and most utilities included, so there's less to worry about. The community has free high-speed internet, wheelchair accessibility, elevators, and scheduled transportation for residents to get to local attractions, shopping, doctors, or community events, and the grounds have shaded walking paths and patios where folks can sit, gather, and visit.
Inside, amenities include a well-stocked library, a business center, a barber and beauty salon, a large activity room with tables and a chalkboard, a fitness center with exercise equipment, a game room, and several lounge areas with TVs and cozy chairs. There's a piano in the meeting area for activities, too. Meals are prepared by chefs three times a day, and the dining areas are sunny and set up for sharing meals with friends, while a private dining room is there for special occasions. Residents can use a full kitchen for their own cooking when they want, and pet owners are welcome to bring pets according to community rules.
The community runs different programs, including a Military Veterans Program, and hosts many planned social, educational, and entertaining activities. Special care services support seniors with memory challenges or those who need nursing care, and there's home care available for folks who choose to stay in their apartments. Residents can use support services from a third party if required. There's an emergency response device provided, plus fire safety systems and secure mailboxes.
Floor plans let residents choose what fits their needs best, and there's a full calendar of events, classes, and outings, so there's something going on most days, whether it's cards in the game room, a book in the library, or just meeting neighbors in the lounge. Whispering Oaks calls many of its offerings by special names-activity rooms, a senior living library, a community blog, and even a gallery and online floor plans that show what living spaces have to offer. The environment aims to be maintenance-free and let folks live as independently as possible but gently help when needed, and staff value each resident's independence, stories, and contributions. Whispering Oaks is well rated, with a community feeling and high review scores from residents and families, and it stands as a place where older adults can live life with dignity, comfort, and peace of mind.
