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Older adults will find a spirit of community that embraces the realities of aging Basic Quaker values are reflected in the manner of care we provide.

Barclay Friends, an affiliate of The Kendal Corporation, provides long term nursing care, and post-acute rehabilitation in a state-of-the-art community in the borough of West Chester. Barclay Friends is dedicated to continuing to improve the care of the aging in the wider community. We strive to honor the spirit, humanness, and basic rights of each older person. We respond faithfully to the needs of older people: the need for independence and self determination, the need to feel connected, and the need to have opportunities for learning, fun, reflection, and self expression. The Kendal affiliates' Values and Practices further explains our values and the spirit of community at Barclay Friends. While guided by the values of The Kendal System, each Kendal affiliate maintains an independence that fosters creative thinking.

10/15/2026

Our residents and friends enjoyed a fun Fall Fest yesterday, complete with seasonal treats, raffles, games, and an overall great time!🍁🍎

10/14/2026

Making the decision to explore senior living for a parent or loved one can feel overwhelming. We have a survey tool that can help you determine if it’s the right time to make the transition. Gain helpful insight for your next step here: https://ow.ly/ykAM50ZPOQf

10/13/2026

Join us tomorrow at Locust Lane Craft Brewery for Pints with a Purpose benefiting....us!! Enjoy raffle baskets, food trucks, delicious brews, and fun with friends while supporting a great cause. All cash tips go towards Barclay Friends and help support older adults in your community.

📅 October 14, 5p-8p
📍Locust Lane Craft Brewery, Malvern, PA

10/12/2026

Retired Garnet Valley English teacher Henry Melius tends tomatoes, zucchini, and jalapeños almost daily at Barclay Friends in West Chester, often with his grandchildren. His cucumbers have even become homemade pickles. Click here to read 👉 https://ebx.sh/Tt1tMV

10/09/2026

With bright, open spaces, beautiful gardens, state-of-the-art amenities, and options for Residential Living, Personal Care, and Memory Care, our Preston Building offers a welcoming place to call home.🏡✨ Learn more about life in Preston and all it has to offer, https://ow.ly/87YX50ZPONM

10/07/2026

Can Your Non-Profit Handle the Heat?

Congratulations to the 2025 Fiorenza's Food For Friends West Chester Chili Cook Off Non-Profit Division winners!

1st Place: Barclay Friends — “Spices of Barclay”
2nd Place: The Rotary Club of West Chester — “Founder’s Chili”
3rd Place: WCHE 1520AM 95.3FM Radio

These organizations showed that they know how to bring their community spirit and their chili game!

Now we're looking for the next group ready to step up to the challenge. Does your non-profit have what it takes to compete for the top spot?

Come join the competition, represent your organization, and see if your recipe can make the winner’s list!

And chili fans — make sure you come out to taste the winning flavors for yourself and cheer on this year's competitors.

October 11 at 12 PM

Good causes. Great community. A whole lot of chili!

10/06/2026

Finding the right senior living community is an important decision, and having the right resources can help. The Barclay Friends blog offers helpful insights for families considering senior living, while also providing a closer look at our community and what makes us unique.💚 Explore the blog to learn more about senior living and Barclay Friends: bf.kendal.org/blog

09/30/2026

At West Chester’s Barclay Friends, memory care staff complete 8 hours of specialized dementia training, followed by annual education. That commitment to individualized care has earned the senior living community national recognition. Click here to read 👉 https://ebx.sh/P7W9Mb

09/24/2026

As Healthy Aging Month comes to a close, we’re celebrating what it means to live well at every stage of life. At Barclay Friends, we meet each resident where they are while supporting independence, fostering connection, and creating opportunities to make each day meaningful. Because healthy aging isn’t just about adding years to life, it’s about adding life to those years.💫

Read our latest blog to learn more about and our approach to care: https://ow.ly/w0rh50ZOjLR

Address

700 N Franklin Street
West Chester, PA
19380

Telephone

+16106965211

Website

http://bf.kendal.org/

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