Dock Woods - Living Branches Senior Living Community sits in Lansdale and offers a wide choice of living arrangements for seniors, so you see things like apartments, cottages, and villas, each with private bathrooms, furnished rooms, kitchenettes, Wi-Fi, and air conditioning, which helps people of different backgrounds and preferences find a good fit. Residents often use the walking paths running through well-kept grounds, spend time in garden spaces or use a woodworking shop, movie theater, fitness room, wellness center, spa/sauna, library, and activity rooms. Folks have places to gather, like the Derstine Chapel, Fisher Auditorium, and a game room, along with on-site beauty and barber shops. You'll find regular events like movie nights, fitness programs, music, creative arts, and clubs, and there are activities led both by residents and staff, so life can be as busy or as quiet as each person likes.
We're talking about a faith-based, nonprofit community with Mennonite roots but open to all, where the focus is on supporting seniors with honesty and warmth, and there's creative arts therapy, lifelong learning, and pastoral care for those who want it. Dock Woods has meal services with thoughtful options-restaurant-style dining, all-day dining, takeout, and special diets for folks with allergies or diabetes, and it's often noticed for quality and variety in its meals. Housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, transportation, parking, move-in help, and a concierge are all available, which takes a lot of the day-to-day hassle away, and basic services such as repairs, maintenance, grounds care, and even taxes are wrapped into the monthly fee. There's also a 24-hour call system for emergencies, and supervision around the clock for extra safety.
Dock Woods operates as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) with all different levels of care. Seniors who want to live independently can choose Residential Living, while those who need some help with things like bathing or medication can move into Personal Care. Serenata Memory Care serves folks with dementia in protected spaces designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering. Skilled nursing, health care, medication help, and therapies are ready for those who need more medical attention or have conditions like diabetes or incontinence. Folks can also come just for short-term respite care. There's a focus on helping people age in place, so residents don't have to move somewhere else if their needs change, and Dock Woods guarantees lifetime care-no one is asked to leave if they outlive their financial resources.
The community has more than 1,350 residents supported by 600 staff, so there's a lot of help available, and reviews often mention a friendly environment and caring team. There's an entrance fee and a monthly fee for living there. Some parts, like Dock Manor, offer affordable one- or two-bedroom apartments set aside for seniors 62 and over who meet certain income guidelines, including utility costs. Dock Gardens and Dock Acres give more options, like cottages or deluxe apartments, while The Villas at Dock Woods have different layouts and covered utilities. Priority access to supportive living is available, and residents can use all community amenities-fitness centers, gardens, garage parking, pet areas, and more. Special features include LEED certification in parts of the campus, a full non-smoking policy at Derstine Run 2, and a commitment to keeping the whole place sustainable and well run. Dock Woods is just one of three Living Branches campuses in southeastern Pennsylvania, each bringing a similar standard of support, but people often stay at Dock Woods for its peaceful setting, plenty of activities, and commitment to treating each resident with respect and care, no matter what their future holds.
