Daylesford Crossing

    1450 Lancaster Ave, Paoli, PA 19301
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Attentive staff and excellent care

    I'm a family member and very pleased with this community. Staff (Hillary, Carrie and team) are wonderful, attentive, and know residents by name; the building is clean, modern and comfortable with nice rooms, an activity room, library and restaurant-style dining with good menu variety. Memory care, therapy services and personalized attention have been excellent - I recommend visiting to see it for yourself.

    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
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • 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

    4.21·(92)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.7
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      3.8
    • Amenities

      3.9
    • Value

      2.3

    Pros

    • Compassionate direct-care staff
    • Attentive end-of-life support
    • Personalized dementia- and memory-care approaches
    • Consistent PT/OT and wound-care support
    • Engaging and varied activities program
    • Frequent special events and themed programming
    • Restaurant-style dining and menu variety
    • Fresh and well-presented meals
    • Clean, modern, and attractive facility design
    • Well-maintained common areas and landscaping
    • Spacious, nicely furnished apartments
    • Responsive concierge and front-desk service
    • Active housekeeping and maintenance teams
    • Staff familiarity with residents by name
    • Smooth move-in and transition processes
    • 24/7 dining availability and flexible meal access
    • Smaller, consistent staffing in some memory-care units
    • Family-oriented social atmosphere

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels and high staff turnover
    • Gaps in clinical training and medication-management controls
    • Variable staff professionalism and conduct
    • Delays in responding to resident assistance requests
    • Sanitation concerns in some apartments and common areas
    • Pest-control concerns in some units
    • Financial transparency issues and frequent additional fees
    • Safety-supervision gaps for higher-risk residents
    • Management instability and leadership turnover in memory care
    • One-size-fits-all activity programming for residents with differing abilities
    • Care-scope limitations that require family supplementation
    • Perceived high cost relative to delivered value

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews for this community are polarized: many families and residents describe a modern, attractive campus with warm direct-care staff and robust services, while other accounts raise operational and clinical concerns that merit careful inquiry. Positive feedback centers on an appealing physical environment, skilled therapy and medical-support teams, and a lively activities calendar. Conversely, critiques emphasize inconsistent day-to-day care, administrative instability in memory care, and episodic sanitation and pest-control issues.

    Care quality and clinical oversight: Reviewers describe two distinct patterns. A portion of families praised attentive, individualized dementia and memory-care approaches, reliable therapy (PT/OT) and wound-care support, and compassionate end-of-life attention. At the same time, other accounts indicate gaps in clinical training, medication-management controls, and inconsistent adherence to care plans. These issues are associated with higher turnover and, in several narratives, with delayed responses to resident needs. Prospective families should verify staffing ratios, medication protocols, and training/competency documentation during a tour.

    Staff and conduct: Direct-care staff, dining servers, housekeeping, and maintenance receive frequent praise for friendliness, resident familiarity, and going beyond routine duties. However, other comments cite variable professionalism—including inattentive behavior, phone use while working, and delays in assistance—suggesting uneven performance across shifts or units. Some memory-care units were described as having more consistent staffing and calmer environments; others were said to experience higher turnover and weaker supervisory presence. Ask about staff tenure, shift coverage, and supervision in the specific unit you are considering.

    Dining and activities: The dining program is often described as a strength—restaurant-style service, menu variety, and generally fresh, well-presented meals. That said, there are occasional mentions of inconsistent food quality and limited fresh produce options. Activities are also a commonly noted positive, with a varied calendar, special events, and social programming that many residents enjoy. A recurrent operational gap is that programming sometimes appears one-size-fits-all; more-mobile or higher-functioning residents reported fewer tailored options. Inquire about activity adaptations and participation levels for residents with differing mobility and cognition.

    Facilities and sanitation: The campus is frequently characterized as clean, modern, and well-maintained, with comfortable apartments and pleasant common areas. Contrasting reports cite sanitation concerns in certain apartments and common areas as well as pest-control issues in some units. The memory-care neighborhood’s physical placement (notably a basement location in some descriptions) and proximity to external noise sources were raised as environmental drawbacks by some families. During a visit, review housekeeping schedules, pest-control contracts, and inspect the specific unit you would occupy.

    Management, fees, and transparency: Several positive mentions highlight responsive concierge/front-desk service and engaged leadership; however, other reviews describe management instability—particularly within memory care—and limited responsiveness when families raise concerns. Financial transparency emerged as a repeated operational issue: reviewers referenced extra fees, unclear billing practices, and perceived nickel-and-diming. Prospective residents should request an itemized fee schedule, examples of typical supplemental charges, and written policies for care tasks that require family involvement.

    Notable patterns and recommendations: The overall picture is mixed. Where the facility functions well, residents report a high quality of life supported by caring staff, active programming, and attractive surroundings. Where it underperforms, the problems tend to be operational: inconsistent staffing, gaps in clinical oversight, sanitation and pest-control lapses, and uneven management responsiveness. Families touring the community should observe staffing levels on the unit of interest, confirm medication and clinical oversight procedures, review housekeeping and pest-control practices, ask for recent staffing and incident metrics if available, and obtain clear written explanations of all fees and care-scope limitations. These checks will help determine whether the location's strengths align with an individual resident's needs and risk profile.

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    Location

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    Daylesford Crossing is located at 1450 Lancaster Ave, Paoli, PA, 19301.

    About Daylesford Crossing

    Daylesford Crossing stands as a senior living community on the Philadelphia Main Line, providing several levels of care that suit people who need help or want to age in place with ease, and you can see right away there's quite a mix of options from independent living to assisted living, memory care, and even services for those with Parkinson's Disease, so you'll find they've set up different programs with unique names like the Connections program, Compassion Care, bundled care, and Positive Approach, all meant for whatever life brings as you need it. The community offers private suites and apartments ranging from smaller Jr. Studio rooms about 300 to 353 square feet, Jr. One Bedroom units up to 550 square feet, regular one-bedroom choices up to 663 square feet, and even two-bedroom apartments going to about 841 square feet, all thoughtfully planned with large windows, nice finishes, and layouts that work for people who need better access or a bit more room to move, plus there are both units for rent and for sale, depending on preference.

    Residents get group dining with meals prepared by chefs, and there's a special effort to have nutritious, balanced menus that residents can enjoy together, while the community has outdoor areas and attractive common spaces where folks can gather, play games, take part in activities, or simply spend time together, and I've seen that they also set up educational events, onsite devotionals, trips out into the local area, and things like wellness and life enrichment programs. Special support exists for people recovering from illness or surgery with respite care, and some activities focus on helping those with high support needs or memory loss to stay as engaged as possible, so those in the memory care neighborhood have a routine and mental stimulation, while caregivers often get a break when guests come in for short stays.

    You'll see the staff are trained to provide both hands-on personal care and friendly company, and they have services aimed at independence, along with therapy, support, and help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication if needed, plus there are extra details like an on-site beautician, handy Wi-Fi, and spaces set up for physical and social wellness, always trying to match what makes life feel comfortable at home, and everything stays up to date with licensing and compliance. The community stays known for a helpful and joyful culture, winning awards for being friendly, with regular reviews on senior living platforms, and you'll find resources for families about planning, caregiver help, or changing care levels, since the campus offers continuing care and has the flexibility to meet needs if someone's health changes over time.

    For those who like a bit of activity, you'll see bike and walk scores show it's a bit car-dependent in the area, but the property has paths, outdoor common areas, and easy access for residents and visitors. Living here means access to "Living Exceptional, Every Day" as a guiding idea, where the care team works to help residents keep as much freedom as possible, with services that adjust as needs change, and a schedule of events and dining that welcome everyone, giving people a sense of belonging and safety, especially for those who need a high level of support. Tours can give a look at daily life and how each program comes together, so people get a sense of what Daylesford Crossing is like for themselves or their loved one.

    People often ask...

    Daylesford Crossing offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,300 per month.

    Daylesford Crossing offers assisted living and memory care.

    There are 45 photos of Daylesford Crossing on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 1450 Lancaster Ave, Paoli, PA 19301.

    No, Daylesford Crossing 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.

    License number141540
    Facility typeFull
    License classLicensed
    Capacity100 residents
    LicenseeBERWYN REAL ESTATE LP
    Care servedPersonal Care Homes
    EffectiveSeptember 5th, 2025
    ExpiresSeptember 5th, 2026
    Special certificationSpecial Care Unit (capacity 24)
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    Inspection Reports

    32

    Reports

    7

    Type A Citations

    4

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    11

    Years

    24 Sept 2025Inspection
    Found multiple deficiencies across confidentiality of resident records, medication management, and staff training, including an unlocked confidential binder and missing medication information.
    • 2600Record Confidentiality
    • 260065.g Annual Training Content – Fire Safety
    • 2600132.g Fire Drills – Days/Times
    • 2600181.f Record of Medication
    • 2600182.b Prescription Medication
    • 2600183.e Storing Medications
    • 2600185.a Implement Storage Procedures
    • 2600187.a Medication Record
    • 2600187.d Follow Prescriber's Orders
    20 Mar 2025Inspection
    Investigated a lapse in completing a written cognitive preadmission screening within 72 hours before admission to the secure dementia unit; a follow-up audit showed compliance and ongoing monitoring was planned.
    • 231cPreadmission Screening
    12 Mar 2025Inspection
    Found violations of abuse reporting requirements for timely notification to the appropriate authorities. The issues involved delays in reporting an alleged abuse to the local agency and to the Department.
    • 35 P.S. § 10225.701—10225.707; 6 Pa. Code § 15.21—15.27Older Adult Protective Services Act - reporting; reporting suspected abuse
    • 2600.15; 2600.16.cDepartment reporting requirements and abuse reporting guidelines
    07 Oct 2024Inspection
    Investigated identified multiple deficiencies related to posting requirements, privacy protections, safe handling of medications, and safety procedures.
    • 2600Post Current License
    • 2600.42.sPrivacy
    • 2600.82.cPoisonous Materials
    • 2600.101.j.7Lighting/Operable Lamp
    • 2600.102.iSoap Dispenser
    • 2600.123.bEmergency Procedures Posted
    • 2600.132.cFire Drill Records
    • 2600.144.cSmoking Area Guidelines
    • 2600.181.dStoring Medication
    • 2600.181.fRecord of Medication
    • 2600.183.bMeds and Syringes Locked
    • 2600.183.eStoring Medications
    28 Dec 2023Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    16 Aug 2023Inspection
    Identified incomplete written cognitive preadmission screenings for two residents admitted to a secured dementia care unit.
    • 2600.231cPreadmission Screening
    08 Aug 2023Inspection
    Investigated multiple deficiencies related to medication management, staff qualifications and training, documentation, safety, and preadmission processes.
    • 2600.16(c)Written Incident Reports
    • 2600.54(a)Direct Care Staff Qualifications
    • 2600.65(b)Orientation/Initial Training
    • 2600.65(f)Training Topics
    • 2600.65(i)Training Records
    • 2600.85(e)Trash Outside the Home
    • 2600.121(a)Unobstructed Egress
    • 2600.141(a)Medical Evaluations
    • 2600.162(c)Menus Posted
    • 2600.182(b)Prescription Medication Administration
    • 2600.184(a)Resident's Meds Labeled
    • 2600.185(a)Implement Storage Procedures
    • 2600.187(c)Refusal of Medication
    • 2600.187(d)Follow Prescriber's Orders
    • 2600.190(a)Completion Medication Course
    • 2600.190(b)Insulin Injections
    • 2600.224(a)Preadmission Screen Form
    • 2600.225(a)Initial Assessment
    • 2600.225(c)Additional Assessment
    • 2600.233(c)Key-Locking Devices
    20 Jul 2023Inspection
    Found that two memory care residents had incomplete written cognitive preadmission screenings that did not indicate a diagnosis.
    • 2600.231cPreadmission cognitive screening
    22 May 2023Inspection
    Found multiple deficiencies across medication management, staff training, safety, and admissions; corrective actions were undertaken.
    • 2600.16(c)Written Incident Report
    • 2600.54(a)Direct Care Staff Qualifications
    • 2600.65(a)Fire Safety Orientation
    • 2600.65(b)Initial Orientation Within 40 Hours
    • 2600.65(f)Annual Training Topics
    • 2600.65(i)Training Record Documentation
    • 2600.85(e)Trash Containment
    • 2600.121(a)Unobstructed Egress
    • 2600.141(a)Medical Evaluation
    • 2600.162(c)Menus Posted
    • 2600.182(b)Prescription Medication Administration
    • 2600.184(a)Medication Labeling
    • 2600.187(c)Refusal of Medication
    • 2600.187(d)Follow Prescriber’s Orders
    • 2600.188(b)Medication Error Reporting
    • 2600.190(a)Completion Medication Course
    • 2600.224(a)Preadmission Screening
    • 2600.225(a)Initial Assessment
    • 2600.225(c)Additional Assessments
    • 2600.233(c)Key-Locking Devices
    06 Feb 2023Inspection
    Found a deficiency in medication administration records where the time of administration for a prescribed dose was not documented for one instance.
    • 2600.187aMedication Record
    23 Jan 2023Inspection
    Found no deficiencies identified during the visit.
    12 Dec 2022Inspection
    Found no deficiencies. The licensing actions showed compliance with requirements.
    18 Nov 2022Inspection
    Identified a census-at-inspection violation with potential daily fines; a five-day correction period was specified.
    • Type B42b IICensus at Inspection
    15 Nov 2022Inspection
    Identified several deficiencies, including abuse and mistreatment of residents, unsafe storage of poisonous materials, and inadequate furniture and lighting.
    • 2600.42bAbuse
    • 2600.42cTreatment of Residents
    • 2600.82cLocking Poisonous Materials
    • 2600.95Furniture and Equipment
    • 2600.101j7Lighting/Operable Lamp
    13 Oct 2022Inspection
    Found multiple deficiencies in incident reporting, resident care, medication procedures, storage, and staff training.
    • 2600.16cWritten Incident Report
    • 2600.42bAbuse
    • 2600.182cMedication Administration
    • 2600.183eStoring Medications
    • 2600.185bMedication Procedures
    • 2600.190cRecord of Training
    26 Sept 2022Inspection
    Determined that compliance was achieved for the identified deficiency and continued compliance was maintained.
    • 2600.54aDirect care staff qualifications
    19 May 2022Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    17 Mar 2022Inspection
    Investigated incidents of physical and verbal abuse toward a resident and insufficient dementia care training for staff.
    • 2600.42bAbuse
    • 2600.236Training
    14 Jan 2022Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies in January 2022 across incident reporting, resident care, safety of materials, and equipment; a follow-up in May 2022 found no deficiencies.
    • 2600.16cWritten Incident Report
    • 2600.42bAbuse
    • 2600.42cTreatment of Residents
    • 2600.82cLocking Poisonous Materials
    • 2600.95Furniture and Equipment
    • 2600.101j7Lighting/Operable Lamp
    29 Jul 2021Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies related to refunds after resident deaths, bedside lighting, pet policy, medication storage and documentation, staff practicum, and preadmission screening.
    • 2600.28.eDeath of a Resident
    • 2600.101j7Lighting/Operable Lamp
    • 2600.109aPets
    • 2600.185aImplement Storage Procedures
    • 2600.185.bMedication Procedures
    • 2600.190aCompletion Medication Course
    • 2600.224aPreadmission Screen Form
    23 Oct 2020Inspection
    Issued a regular license for operation as a Personal Care Home and renewed authorization for ongoing operation.
    26 Feb 2020Inspection
    Authorities found multiple deficiencies including missing influenza posters, unsigned contracts and statements, improper privacy notices, and evacuation issues for residents with hospice needs.
    • Type B2600Incident Policies
    • 2600Applicable Health and Safety Laws
    • Type B2600Contract Signatures
    • 2600Signed Statement
    • 2600Privacy
    • Type B2600Hospice Care: Sufficient Staff for Safe Evacuation
    • 2600Direct Care Staff
    22 Jul 2019Inspection
    Granted a regular license to operate a personal care home following renewal. The renewal was approved and the license issued.
    20 Jun 2019Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    08 May 2019Inspection
    Identified deficiencies in monthly fire drill record review and in DME tracking.
    • Type A55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600Fire drill records and staff training documentation
    • Type A55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600DME tracking and completion date
    26 Jul 2018Inspection
    Issued renewal with a certificate of compliance; no deficiencies cited.
    06 Sept 2017Inspection
    Identified deficiencies in medication management, staff background checks, and care planning during the inspection.
    • Type A2600.187(a)Medication storage and procedures
    • Type A2600.187(d)Follow prescriber directions
    • Type A2600.234(a)Care planning and dementia unit admission procedures
    • Type A2600.243(A)Medication incident reporting
    • Type A2600.190(a)Medication administration training
    17 Jul 2017Inspection
    Found no deficiencies. Renewal license was issued.
    07 Sept 2016Inspection
    Identified multiple violations involving failure to report abuse, improper handling of records, and inadequate safety and care procedures.
    20 Jul 2016Inspection
    Issued a regular license following renewal application. The action reflected approval of the renewal request.
    17 Sept 2015Inspection
    Determined compliance with applicable regulations and issued a regular license.
    28 Jul 2015Inspection
    Found substantial compliance with the regulations and issued a provisional license because a full assessment could not be completed as the home was new and not yet serving four or more residents.

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