The Colony at Skippack stands as a senior living community for adults aged 55 and over, sitting on 26 acres with 81 detached, single-family homes, usually with two to three bedrooms, two to three bathrooms, and attached two-car garages, plus many homes have first-floor master suites and maintenance-free exteriors, and it all started being built in 2002. The community focuses on independent, active lifestyles and makes things easier with a homeowners association taking care of lawn work, snow removal, and trash, letting residents enjoy simple living. Amenities include a 2,400 square-foot clubhouse with an exercise room, library, rooms for parties and gatherings, and spaces to hold memorial services as this facility has a connection to Wetzel and Son Funeral Home, running since 1881, and they use the clubhouse for services and receptions.
Residents can take a swim in the heated community pool, walk the scenic paths, play bocce, or picnic at the outdoor areas, and there's also a horseshoe pit if that's your thing, so there's no shortage of ways to get out and move about. The community hosts social activities like book clubs, game nights, movie nights, and group outings, all run by the residents themselves, which helps make everyone feel welcome and at home. Inside the homes, you'll find things like energy-efficient Anderson double-hung windows, high-efficiency heat, in-ground sprinkler system, bright open floor plans with custom window treatments, crown moldings, and even a gas fireplace in the great room. Kitchens come with upgraded cabinets, an island, pantry, double sink, and appliances like a refrigerator, electric range, dishwasher, and disposal, while the breakfast room offers double windows and French doors to a covered deck overlooking the trees.
For comfort, rooms offer air conditioning, private bathrooms, Wi-Fi, cable TV, kitchenettes, some furnished options, and there's a laundry area in the two-car garage with a new epoxy floor. There's a bonus room upstairs that can work as a den or extra bedroom, and one guest room even looks out at a row of rose bushes. The first-floor master bedroom offers two walk-in closets, a private bathroom with double sinks and a tiled shower, plus a large linen closet for extra storage.
People living here can choose support services as needed, with care ranging from basic help in daily living to medication management, meal help, and personal care, all while supporting independence. The Colony at Skippack offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and respite care for short-term stays. Memory care units provide secure environments and special activities for those with dementia or Alzheimer's, while skilled nursing covers round-the-clock medical needs and things like wound care or rehabilitation. The 24-hour call system, supervision, emergency alert system, and safety features look out for everyone's well-being. Special diets and meal options are available, including all-day dining and a communal setup for social meals. Housekeeping, laundry, concierge services, high-speed internet, and phone access are part of everyday living. The setting keeps people close to restaurants, parks, pharmacies, physicians, and stores, so running errands or going for a coffee doesn't take too long.
The community fosters a friendly, close-knit feeling, focusing on comfort, health, safety, and plenty of opportunities for folks to connect and stay active. Each service and amenity is there to let seniors enjoy life with less worry, supporting both well-being and independence. The capacity for assisted living is set at six residents, making it a more personal, home-like place, and everyone gets the attention and care they need without feeling lost in a crowd.
