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Community overview

The Lafayette is an independent living community in Philadelphia’s Fox Chase neighborhood, in a residential setting bordered by Pennypack Park. Apartment homes include studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options. Most apartments have a screened balcony or patio with park views.

Search description

Lafayette offers independent living in Fox Chase, with apartment homes, on-site support, dining and a Pennypack Park setting.

What payment arrangements are available?

The Lafayette describes a monthly rental option with a fee based on apartment size, or a one-time entrance fee with lower monthly costs and the potential for return of capital to you or your estate. Contact The Lafayette for current charges, refund conditions and contract terms.

Is there a guest suite for visitors?

A fully furnished guest suite is available. Contact The Lafayette about reservations, availability and any charges.

Care & support

An on-site health clinic and fee-based primary care are listed. The primary care service provides preventive and routine medical care.

Care & support

Short-term rehabilitation is available on-site after a hospital stay. Residents can also arrange à la carte personal care through Redeemer Health Support at Home.

Care & support

Long-term skilled nursing support is available on-site as a separate care offering.

Rooms & living spaces

Apartments have modern kitchens and bathrooms, stainless-steel appliances, solid-surface countertops, luxury vinyl plank flooring, walk-in showers and in-unit washers and dryers.

Rooms & living spaces

Apartments are pet-friendly. Most have a screened balcony or patio with Pennypack Park views.

Everyday life

Weekly housekeeping and staff available around the clock are included among the everyday services.

Everyday life

Scheduled transportation serves shopping and medical appointments, and on-demand wheelchair assistance is available.

Dining & meals

The culinary team prepares fresh, made-from-scratch meals, from homestyle favorites to fine-dining entrées. Residents may dine in their apartments.

Dining & meals

The convenience store has grab-and-go salads, sandwiches, soups and a rotating daily entrée, along with snacks and everyday essentials.

Activities & connection

Wellness programs and a fitness studio are available, with morning exercise classes held in the Redeemer Community Room.

Activities & connection

The community room hosts afternoon Mass, Shabbat and worship services, as well as movies, games, live entertainment, club meetings and guest lectures.

Activities & connection

The library has books on subjects ranging from art history to Zen Buddhism and can be reserved for small groups, resident clubs and games.

Shared spaces & amenities

Shared spaces include comfortable lounges, a game room and a landscaped resident garden.

Shared spaces & amenities

Other conveniences include a beauty salon and barbershop, Wi-Fi in common areas, on-site parking, an extra storage locker per apartment and US Postal boxes.

Accessibility

Accessibility and safety features include step-free entries, wide doorways and hallways, bathroom grab bars, emergency pull cords, smoke detection, sprinklers and non-slip flooring in key areas.

Location & getting around

The Fox Chase setting keeps residents near Philadelphia neighborhoods and nearby communities including Jenkintown, Abington and Huntingdon Valley. Local shops, restaurants, places of worship and transit options are also within reach.