I moved my grandfather here and I'm very pleased - the staff are friendly, professional and helpful, the meals are excellent, the campus and grounds are beautiful and immaculately kept, and there are abundant activities plus solid assisted- and memory-care options.
Loved one of resident
Jul 2026
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Amenities
Healthcare services
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Medication management
Healthcare staffing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Meals and dining
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Special dietary restrictions
Room
Air-conditioning
Cable
Fully furnished
Housekeeping and linen services
Kitchenettes
Private bathrooms
Telephone
Wifi
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Common areas
Beauty salon
Computer center
Fitness room
Gaming room
Garden
Outdoor space
Small library
Wellness center
Community services
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Move-in coordination
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Reviews
4.36·(106)
Overall rating
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Care
3.1
Staff
4.0
Meals
4.2
Amenities
4.7
Value
2.8
Pros
Robust social and recreational programming
Engaging wellness and fitness facilities (pool, gym, rehab)
High-quality dining and meal accommodations
Courteous and caring direct-care staff
Well-maintained grounds and scenic campus
Variety of housing options (cottages, apartments, guest housing)
On-site primary-care availability
Active resident community and companionship
Strong memory-support unit
Transportation services
Pet-friendly policies
Extensive cultural offerings (concerts, speakers, committees)
Gardening opportunities (community plots)
Clean, updated facilities
Cons
Inconsistent direct-care quality and responsiveness
Variability in nursing and aide staffing and supervision
High and complex cost structure for higher-level care
Contractual practices that can limit outside-physician involvement
Operational emphasis on transitioning residents to higher-acuity levels
Gaps in campus security and perimeter access control
Small unit sizes and shared-room configurations for higher-acuity care
Rigid policies and rule enforcement affecting resident autonomy
Variable management responsiveness to safety and advocacy concerns
White Horse Village is consistently described as a well-appointed, active continuing-care community with strong campus amenities. Reviewers commonly praise the scenic, immaculately maintained grounds, updated facilities, and a wide variety of housing types ranging from cottages to apartments and guest housing. The campus supports a lively social environment — residents and families cite abundant activities, organized clubs, concerts, fitness and rehabilitation amenities, a community garden, and regular transportation that support an engaged lifestyle.
Dining and hospitality are frequent strengths in reviewer accounts. Multiple comments highlight high-quality meals, diet accommodations, and inviting dining areas. Staff interactions are generally described as courteous and caring; several accounts point to helpful direct-care staff and a compassionate on-site physician model that families found reassuring. The memory-support unit and specialized services receive specific commendation from families seeking higher-acuity cognitive support.
At the same time, a number of operational concerns recur. Several reviewers describe unevenness in direct-care quality and variability in nursing and aide skill levels, producing inconsistent responsiveness to residents’ needs. Families also note a sometimes limited availability of routine staff–resident engagement, and occasional communication/advocacy gaps when clinical questions or safety concerns arise. Cost transparency and financial exposure for higher-acuity care are another pattern: supplemental charges and out-of-pocket CNA or caregiver fees for skilled support can be substantial, and some families perceived mismatches between expectations of included extended-care coverage and actual contractual terms.
Security and management responsiveness are additional themes. There are accounts of security gaps in less-trafficked areas of the campus and of reactive rather than proactive measures following incidents; reviewers describe an increase in patrols after events but differ on the adequacy of ongoing perimeter controls. Contractual language that affects clinical authority — for example, provisions that allow facility clinicians to supersede outside physicians — has been raised as a concern by families who prefer outside-care coordination. Finally, some housing configurations for higher-acuity residents are small or shared rooms, which can affect privacy and caregiver logistics.
Overall, White Horse Village presents as an attractive, activity-rich community with strong grounds, dining, and memory-support programming. Prospective residents and families who prioritize an active campus and high-quality amenities are likely to find it appealing. Those with potential for significant clinical progression, sensitivity to cost structure, or heightened security expectations should review contract terms, room configurations, staffing models, and campus access controls carefully and ask specific questions about how care transitions, extra charges, and outside-physician coordination are handled.
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Medicare Ratings
5·/ 5
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Location
White Horse Village is located at 535 Gradyville Rd, Newtown Square, PA, 19073.
About White Horse Village
White Horse Village offers a variety of living options for seniors, including apartments, garden cottages, villas, woodlands country homes, and Saratoga carriage homes, so you'll find one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and even homes with dens and oversized garages, plus places with porches, private patios, and gated gardens, which means there's something to fit different tastes and needs. The community uses a Continuing Care Retirement Community model, which means residents can start in independent living and move to assisted living, memory care, or the nursing home as their needs change, making it possible to age in place without having to move away if more care is needed. The staff provides help with daily tasks like bathing, grooming, exercise, medication support, and meals, with physical therapy and nutrition guidance offered as well, and there's always a 24-hour emergency call system in place just in case. Residents can join activities for wellness, arts, and learning, with spiritual groups, trips to parks, bocce, swimming, and clubhouses making each day a bit different, and the place feels friendly and warm with spaces for both quiet and social times. The kitchens, baths, and closets are designed for comfort, and everything's maintained for you so you don't need to worry about repairs or chores. Beauty salons and barbershops are right there, and meals are served daily, so you've got things handled without having to go far. The community's planning some new construction homes, and there's a range of healthcare services on hand to help people stay as independent as possible for as long as possible. Because of a technical issue, there may be some extra steps to access certain details online, but White Horse Village does provide a safe, well-rounded choice for people with different needs and lifestyles.
People often ask...
White Horse Village offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, continuing care retirement community, and skilled nursing.
There are 30 photos of White Horse Village on Mirador.
Yes, White Horse Village allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 535 Gradyville Rd, Newtown Square, PA 19073.
No, White Horse Village does not offer respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
Safety & Compliance
In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services licenses personal care homes and assisted living residences and publishes its licensing inspection summaries.
Identified multiple deficiencies in food storage, menu posting, and medication management with corrective actions underway.
2600.103gFood shall be stored in closed or sealed containers.
2600.162cMenus prepared for 1 week in advance and posted.
2600.183eStoring medications under proper conditions.
2600.184bLabeling OTC/CAM with resident's name.
2600.185aImplement Storage Procedures for medications and medical equipment.
2600.187dFollow Prescriber's Orders.
2600.224aPreadmission Screen Form.
2600.251bRecord Entries Legible.
21 Oct 2024Inspection
21 Oct 2024Inspection
Identified multiple deficiencies in staff training and medication management, including missing annual training for direct care staff and unsafe handling, storage, and changes in medications.
2600.65fTraining topics required for direct care staff
2600.82.cLocking poisonous materials
2600.182.cMedication Administration
2600.183.eStoring Medications
2600.186.cChange in Medications
30 Jan 2024Inspection
30 Jan 2024Inspection
Investigated alleged resident abuse and related practices; found deficiencies in reporting, supervision, and assessments.
Type BOlder Adult Protective Services Act, 35 P.S. § 10225.701–10225.707; 6 Pa. Code § 15.21–15.27Supervisor Plan
Type B2600.42.bAbuse
Type A2600.60.aStaff/Support Plan
c2600.225.cAdditional Assessment
14 Jun 2023Inspection
14 Jun 2023Inspection
Found no deficiencies.
24 Aug 2022Inspection
24 Aug 2022Inspection
Found no deficiencies.
28 Apr 2022Inspection
28 Apr 2022Inspection
Identified several deficiencies in confidentiality, privacy, medication handling, medical evaluation documentation, records storage, and building maintenance.
2600.17Record Confidentiality
2600.42sPrivacy
2600.86.bBathroom
2600.187.bDate/Time of Medication Admin.
2600.231.bMedical Evaluation
2600.254.cRecords Storing
2600.185.aImplement Storage Procedures
2600.233.cKey-Locking Devices
2600.87Lighting
01 Feb 2022Inspection
01 Feb 2022Inspection
Found no deficiencies during the licensing inspections.
11 Jun 2021Inspection
11 Jun 2021Inspection
Issued a regular license following renewal. Stated that an onsite inspection would be conducted within the next twelve months.
02 Jun 2021Inspection
02 Jun 2021Inspection
Identified several regulatory deficiencies across posting, boiler certification, food storage, pet policy, exit routes during drills, medication procedures, staff training records, and door locking directions.
55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600; 3.c.Post Current License
Identified multiple deficiencies related to incident reporting, resident rights and care, staff qualifications, medical evaluations, medication management, and preadmission processes.
2600.16.dFinal Incident Report
2600.16.eResident Notification after Final Incident
2600.42.cTreatment of Residents
2600.51Criminal History Checks
2600.54.aDirect Care Staff Qualifications
2600.141.aMedical Evaluation Information
2600.182.cMedication Administration
2600.185.aImplement Storage Procedures
2600.187.aMedication Record
2600.187.bDate/Time of Medication Administration
2600.187.cRefusal of Medication
2600.224.aPreadmission Screen Form
2600.231.cPreadmission Screening
11 Dec 2020Inspection
11 Dec 2020Inspection
Found no deficiencies identified during the inspections conducted in December 2020.
03 Mar 2020Inspection
03 Mar 2020Inspection
Issued a regular license following the renewal application and noted ongoing requirement for annual on-site inspections.
18 Nov 2019Inspection
18 Nov 2019Inspection
Found no deficiencies identified during the inspection.
10 Sept 2019Inspection
10 Sept 2019Inspection
Identified violations of personal care home regulations and required correction by set dates.
28 Feb 2019Inspection
28 Feb 2019Inspection
Renewed the license for the facility and set its valid period.
06 Mar 2018Inspection
06 Mar 2018Inspection
The department issued a regular license following renewal; an onsite inspection will occur within the next twelve months.
16 Oct 2017Inspection
16 Oct 2017Inspection
Concluded compliance with 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600 (relating to Personal Care Homes). Found no deficiencies.
27 Feb 2017Inspection
27 Feb 2017Inspection
Issued a renewal license following the renewal process; no violations cited.
15 Feb 2017Inspection
15 Feb 2017Inspection
Investigated a licensing event and found violations related to waste management and cleanliness in care settings.
55 Pa.Code § 2600.85(d)Trash in kitchens and bathrooms shall be kept in covered trash receptacles that prevent the penetration of insects and rodents
06 Jan 2017Inspection
06 Jan 2017Inspection
Awaited additional information.
04 Apr 2016Inspection
04 Apr 2016Inspection
Granted a certificate of compliance authorizing operation at the site, with a capacity of 79 residents.
17 Feb 2016Inspection
17 Feb 2016Inspection
Investigated the facility’s compliance with posting emergency numbers on telephones; found that a telephone did not have emergency numbers posted nearby.
Type A55 Pa.Code §2600.91Telephone numbers posted near telephones for emergencies
31 Mar 2015Inspection
31 Mar 2015Inspection
Renewed the license to operate the care operation; a regular license was issued for the site. The renewal is valid from June 14, 2015 to June 14, 2016.
19 Feb 2015Inspection
19 Feb 2015Inspection
Investigated a violation related to medication management; expired first-aid items were found and removed from a vehicle's kit with corrective actions planned.
55 Pa.Code §2600.183(e)Prescription medications and CAM storage and disposal
16 Sept 2014Inspection
16 Sept 2014Inspection
Granted a waiver of the bathroom requirement for a licensed personal care home, under specified conditions.
14 Jul 2014Inspection
14 Jul 2014Inspection
Granted a waiver for bathrooms at the licensed personal care home.
07 Apr 2014Inspection
07 Apr 2014Inspection
Granted a regular license renewal following the renewal application.
27 Feb 2014Inspection
27 Feb 2014Inspection
The agency found violations related to medication management and a discrepancy in the medications available in the cart.
55 Pa.Code §2600Safe storage, access, security, distribution and use of medications and medical equipment
Type A55 Pa.Code §2600Description of violation (medication cart discrepancy)
26 Feb 2013Inspection
26 Feb 2013Inspection
Found deficiencies in staff training, evacuation diagrams, and medication error reporting.
Found no deficiencies. A regular license was issued.
28 Jan 2011Inspection
28 Jan 2011Inspection
Identified deficiencies in medication management, including missing PRN medications and a mismatch between the medication administration record and bottle labeling.
Investigated a violation for missing exit signage on an exit door near room 219; an exit sign was affixed.
55 Pa.Code § 2600Regulation 55 Pa.Code § 2600
05 Feb 2010Inspection
05 Feb 2010Inspection
Found deficiencies in meal service and communication of menu changes, including posting and notifying residents about substitutions.
55 Pa.Code § 2600Regulation 55 Pa.Code § 2600
28 Sept 2009Inspection
28 Sept 2009Inspection
Found several deficiencies related to staff training, exit safety, medical evaluations, and following prescriber directions.
55 Pa.Code § 2600Staff and volunteer training; fire safety
55 Pa.Code § 2600Exit doors; interior opening
55 Pa.Code § 2600Parking lot exit door; dementia unit secured area
55 Pa.Code § 2600The medical evaluation shall include the following
55 Pa.Code § 2600Prescriber directions
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