Berkshire Commons is an assisted living facility located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The community provides seniors with support for daily living activities in a setting designed to encourage independence, comfort, and social engagement. Residents can choose between private and semi-private accommodations. In addition to assisted living, the community offers services to help those with memory-related conditions. Amenities at Berkshire Commons include meal service, housekeeping, social and wellness activities, and maintenance of shared spaces.
The care and medical support available at Berkshire Commons encompass various services designed for residents’ physical and cognitive wellbeing. The facility provides full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Medication management is available to help ensure proper adherence to prescribed regimens. Diabetes care is supported, and staff are trained to assist with incontinence and ambulatory needs. For residents with memory loss, the facility offers specialized programming in a secured environment, with indoor and outdoor walking paths, spaces designed to reduce confusion, and monitored access for safety. Memory care includes programming oriented toward cognitive stimulation and socialization, and spaces are tailored to accommodate those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.
Berkshire Commons also offers several community amenities, including a barber/beauty salon, therapy room, fitness programs, and both yoga and chair yoga classes. English is the primary language used, but Spanish and podiatry services are also available to meet diverse resident needs. Organized clubs and community events provide residents with opportunities for social interaction, though some families have noted a decline or limitation in activities in recent months.
The community’s transportation services are provided on a complimentary basis. These services are available for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes, enabling residents to attend offsite healthcare visits and participate in errands or social outings as needed.
Based on resident and family feedback, Berkshire Commons is described as having a caring and attentive staff, many of whom have long tenures and develop strong, supportive relationships with residents and their families. Many reviewers appreciate the welcoming environment, regular communication, and a consistent focus on resident wellbeing, especially during periods of advanced need or end-of-life care. While the facility is often noted for its cleanliness and homelike atmosphere, food quality has received mixed reviews, sometimes associated with staff turnover in the kitchen or challenges in service. Concerns about staffing—particularly related to shortfalls when addressing behavioral needs or during short-term stays—are periodically mentioned, along with isolated issues regarding lost personal items or inconsistent laundry service. Despite these challenges, most families express reassurance and satisfaction, frequently recommending Berkshire Commons for its long-term care and reliability. There have been no significant changes in facility programming or expansions reported as of mid-2024.
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 $6,200. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
