Berkshire Commons

5485 Perkiomen Avenue, Reading PA, 19606


Resident Review Score
9.5
|
Most Loved

Starting price

$5,280

For this area
$$$

Berkshire Commons is an assisted living facility in Reading, Pennsylvania. Care can be provided for Spanish-speaking residents.

Costs at this community start at $2,600 and range up to $5,250. The average price in the community is $4,320, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,292. The cost of assisted living in this area is greater than the state average. Depending on the services the resident needs, additional services may increase the cost of care.

This community is pet-friendly. It's a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed. Special diet meals are not always available, but some can accommodate residents' dietary requirements. This community provides no or low-sodium meals. Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. This facility has a variety of activities, including musical performances and social outings. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are 9 hospitals within 25 miles of Berkshire Commons. The two closest hospitals are Reading Hospital which is 5.2 miles away and Surgical Institute Of Reading which is 8.6 miles away.

This community has above-average reviews for the area; click for detailed reviews on Berkshire Commons Reviews.

Some of the key amenities available at Berkshire Commons are:

  • Clubs & Communities
  • Fitness Programs
  • Outdoor Areas
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool

Welcome to Berkshire Commons, an assisted living community located in Reading, Pennsylvania. In addition to assisted living, Berkshire Commons also offers memory care at this location.

Berkshire Commons: So Many Perks and Pleasures

Berkshire Commons is an assisted living and memory care community in Exeter Township in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Residents here enjoy a worry-free lifestyle filled with resort-style amenities, excellent support services and an activities calendar brimming with cultural, educational, religious and social activities. Stop by for a tour, and you might find them playing games, taking informative classes, doing arts and crafts projects and gathering for happy hour socials. There are also plenty of spots where older adults can relax, including a beautiful garden courtyard, lounge spaces with fireplaces, a fitness center and a beauty salon/barber shop. 

Surrounded by the gorgeously manicured grounds of the Reading Country Club and in the shadow of Neversink Mountain, Berkshire Commons boasts exquisite views and stunning sunsets. There are several shopping venues, restaurants and attractions nearby; the community's transportation services help older adults see them all. Excursions might take them to places like the Daniel Boone Homestead, Lorane Hollow Park and the Reading Public Museum.

Berkshire Commons: Top-Flight Care Options

Berkshire Commons has served older adults in the community for more than two decades and they've learned a thing or two about care in that time. The dedicated staff is on call 24 hours a day to offer emergency response, provide medication reminders and assist with activities of daily living (ADLs like bathing, grooming, dressing and getting around the facility). In addition, visiting professionals help residents get care on-site; these include podiatrists, nutritionists, registered nurses and speech, occupational and physical therapists. Reading Hospital & Medical Center, Reading Healthplex and Tower Health Reading Hospital are nearby for more extensive care. 

Older people can choose from eight living arrangements, from private studios to large one-bedroom suites. Each one features individual climate controls, cable television, scenic views, kitchenettes and emergency response systems. Housekeeping, fresh linen service, maintenance and meals are also included. 

Berkshire Commons could be the ideal place for you or a loved one to enjoy retirement. Chat with our team to learn more, arrange a tour or check out updated prices for care.

There are 9 hospitals within 25 miles of Berkshire Commons. The two closest hospitals are Reading Hospital which is 5.2 miles away and Surgical Institute Of Reading which is 8.6 miles away.

Some of the key amenities available at Berkshire Commons are:

  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool
  • Fitness Programs
  • Clubs & Communities
  • Outdoor Areas


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (877) 618-0710 or reach the community directly at(610) 779-3993

Consider Nearby Preferred Providers

Room Pricing
memory-care
StudioStarting at$6,660
assisted-living
One BedroomStarting at$6,330
StudioStarting at$5,280

Personal Care Add-Ons

This community offers a range of care levels depending on the customized needs of each resident.

Services Package Price Range:Varies
Meals
Housekeeping
Laundry
Medication Assistance
Personal Care Assistance

Looking for Medicaid Options?

If you are using Medicaid to pay for senior living, your options are likely different.


Resident Review Score
9.5
|
Most Loved
#2 in Reading, PA

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved18
Loved4
Good1
Average0
Below Average0

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

Berkshire Community has garnered several compliments in recent user reviews, with multiple reviewers mentioning the excellent care given to their family members. As one reviewer mentioned, their mother received wonderful care in her final months, bringing her joy and comfort which was echoed in several other reviews. Users gave numerous praises for the caring and friendly staff from top to bottom who made their experiences unforgettable. One reviewer said the community felt more like a hotel than a typical nursing home setting, with a warm, homey atmosphere.
The cleanliness of the facility also repeatedly came up as a strong point for Berkshire Community. One user characterized it as the cleanest place they had ever experienced. Additionally, reviewers thoroughly enjoyed the vast array of activities provided for the residents. Activities like music, coloring, bingo, and various entertainments kept the residents busy and engaged. The rooms were described as beautiful and standard sized, adding to the overall homely feel of the community. The food offered was also positively recognized, with one user commenting that it tasted like homemade, and another mentioning how much their mother enjoyed the meals.

AI generated summary of real reviews

Amenities

Berkshire Commons


Pet Friendly
Pool
Fitness Programs
Clubs & Communities
Outdoor Areas

Dining & Nutrition


All-day Dining

Gluten-free

Guest Meals

International Cuisine

Low / No Sodium

Meals Provided

No Sugar

Professional Chef

Vegan

Vegetarian Available

Diet Modifications/Managements

Food - Set Menu

Snacks Available

Accommodations


Wheelchair Accessible Showers

WiFi/High-speed Internet

Independent Temperature Controls

Internet Access

Kitchenette

Air Conditioned

Balcony, Terrace or Patio

Cable

Deck

Handicap Accessible

Kitchenettes

Library

Outdoor Areas

Parking

Pet Friendly

Piano or Organ

Private Bathroom

Resident Parking

Can Paint/Decorate Room

Furnished

Scheduled Laundry Services

Activities & Fitness


Activity Centre

Birthday Parties

Clubs & Communities

Dances

Fitness Programs

Happy Hour

Indoor Walking Paths

Intergenerational Programs

Karaoke

Library & Computer Lounge

Live Music

Movie Room

Outdoor Walking Paths

Swimming Pool

Raised Garden Beds

Reminiscence Programs

Sensory-based Programs

Social Outings

Yoga / Chair Yoga

Care


Ambulatory Care

Assisted Living

Designed Specifically To Accommodate Memory Loss

Hospice Care

Incontinence Care

Medication Management

Memory Care

Nurse

Occupational Therapist

Physical Therapist

Podiatrist

Wellness Center

Podiatry

Services


Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Beauty Salon

Complimentary Transportation

Housekeeping

Close to Public Transportation

Transportation

Pets Allowed

Barber/Beauty Shop

Communal Gardens

Concierge

Smoking Allowed Outside

Wheelchair Accessible

Additional Features


Dogs Allowed

Dutch

English

Spanish

Visiting Chaplain or Priest

Safety


Secured Community

Hospitals


Healthsouth Reading Rehabilitation Hospital

1623 Morgantown Road

Distance: 4.3 miles

St Joseph Medical Center

2500 Bernville Road

Distance: 4.6 miles

Haven Behavioral Health Of Eastern Pennsylvania

145 North 6Th Street

Distance: 5.1 miles

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St John's Lutheran Church

4125 Penn Avenue, Sinking Spring

Distance: 9.8 miles

Potter's House Church Reading

4453 Penn Avenue, Sinking Spring

Distance: 10.1 miles

BSF Women's

4891 Penn Avenue, Sinking Spring

Distance: 11.2 miles

Resident Review Score
8.8
|
Most Loved
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