Dock Woods Community
275 Dock Drive
Lansdale, PA 19446
Phone:(215) 368-4438
Fax:(215) 362-2682
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IL Independent Living
The choice for active adults who plan to enjoy a carefree retirement. Communities offer various amenities from which to choose.		 AL Assisted Living
Home-like housing for those seniors needing some help with daily chores but who do not need full time nursing home care.		 SN Skilled Nursing
If 24-hour nursing care is needed, nursing homes and rehabilitation centers are the appropriate choice.

About Dock Woods Community
With a long-standing reputation for the highest quality programs and services, Dock Woods Community has matured into one of the area's premier retirement communities. Since its inception in 1942, Dock Woods has expanded to offer a full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer's/dementia care and nursing care. Whatever your interest and needs, our dedicated staff of professionals work to ensure a warm, caring community.

General Information

Religious Affiliation Other 
Minimum Age for Admission 62 
Average Age of Resident 80 

Fee Structure

Entry Fee 80,000 to 282,500
Unit Purchase Price  
Monthly Fee For  
  Independent Living 685 to 1645
  Assisted Living 2444 to 3780
  Skilled Nursing Bed 6210 to 7260
Cost for Additional Person 360
Number of Meals Provided in Monthly Fee 25 
Average increase in monthly fee over past 5 years 5% 
Money held in reserve for Residents
Refund Policy for Deposit Fee $1,000 of $1,250 application fee is refundable 
Refund Policy for any Community Fees Aged-based, 2% /mos. decline 
Portion of Community Fee that is tax deductible 0% 
Additional Comments 25 meals per month and additional person fee apply only to Independent Living apartments. 

The Community

Independent Living Units 263 
Assisted Living Units 135 
Minimum Number of Nursing Beds 72 
Style of Independent Living Residences Apartment
Villa
Cottage
Resident Demographics 66%F 34%M 25%Couples  
Residents on Board of Directors No
Other languages spoken by staff  
Number of Resident Committees 10+ 
Sampling of Committees Resident Council, Library Committee 
Sampling of Activities Day trips, Performing Arts, Game Clubs 
Pets Allowed  
Pet Size Policy  
Replacement Pet Allowed  
Additional Comments  

On-site Health Services

Staffing Services Provided Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Certified Nursing Assistant
 
Medical Care Services Provided Primary Physicians have regular hours in our Wellness Center, as do specialists. 
Medical Clinic Yes 
Physician Services available Yes  
Dental Office Yes 
Medical costs covered in "Overall Contract" None covered in Independent Living; separate contracts for Assisted Living and Nursing Care. 
Prescriptions covered under monthly fee  
Care transportation provided to Medical Office
Special Needs
   
Additional Comments  

Services & Amenities

Housekeeping & Linen Service Included Yes  
Complimentary Transportation provided to  
Community Convenient to Local Transportation Yes 
Kosher Meals Available No 
Guest Accommodations Available Yes 
Swimming Pool Yes  
Lifeguard on Duty Yes 
Fitness Center Yes 
Library Yes 
Hair Salon Yes 
Convenience Store Yes 
Snack Bar/Cafe Yes 
Resident Parking Unassigned
Assigned
Garaged  
Storage Unit Yes 
Additional Comments Transportation services available for a nominal fee. We are a stop on the Trans-Net Community Coaster. 

Additional Community Information

Year Founded 1942 
Community Owner Dock Woods Community, Inc. 
Management Company Dock Woods Community, Inc. 
Management State PA 
Accredited/Certified by State Regulatory Bodies 
Professional Associations AAHSA, PANPHA 
Incorporation Status Not For Profit
Publicly Traded No 

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