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Providence Place has multiple levels of care which is why we went with them. Our loved one is able to be here as his care increases. They also told us if needed, they would be able to get a lift which was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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After a long illness and a lengthy hospital stay I was advised that my wife should be placed in an assisted living facility. I found several that I thought were suitable and selected Country Meadows of...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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after losing my wife to dementia , i was looking to scale down, fortunately in my search i found Creekside Village i couldn't be more happy with my selection . They have been extremely helpful and available...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Robinwood is a tranquil, relaxing assisted living community located in Hagerstown, Maryland, within minutes of most of the area's entertainment and shopping. As an assisted living community, we strive to provide our residents with customized care to meet their needs. Our community offers spacious...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Our assisted-living facility is guided by this philosophy: We are here to help you take care of yourself. Personal-care aides are present around the clock to provide comfort -- whether to arrange activities, help with laundry, serve meals, obtain medical services, remind you to take medications,...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Adams County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Adams County is $4,936 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arendtsville, PA with an average of $4,009 per month.

Assisted living costs in Adams County, PA, vs. nearby counties

Adams County, PA
$4,936/mo

Assisted living costs in Adams County, PA, vs. state and national averages

Adams County, PA
$4,936/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Adams County, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,936/mo
$5,555/mo

Assisted living costs in Adams County, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,510/mo
Studio
$5,510/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,596/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,857/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,525/mo

Senior living costs in Adams County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Adams County, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAdams County, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,936/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,555/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$4,104/mo$4,265/mo$4,073/mo
Assisted Living
Adams County, PA:$4,936/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Adams County, PA:$5,555/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Adams County, PA:$4,104/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,073/mo
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Assisted living costs in Adams County, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Adams County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Adams County, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Adams County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Adams County, PA$4,947/mo$4,676/mo+5.8%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Adams County, PA
2024 average cost:$4,947/mo
2023 average cost:$4,676/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Adams County, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Adams County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Adams County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Adams County

Butler Street Senior Living in Harrisburg, PA

3.9
The community has good staff; however I feel they are understaffed currently. There has been some staff turnover since my loved one moved into the community. Due to the staffing challenges this can cause delays in waiting for meals, care, and more. [name removed] the Director is wonderful; ...
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Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA

5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Victorian Villa in Dallastown, PA

4.9
Mom seems to really like it here and I'am pleased with everything they have done for us. She has adjusted well to the community. The community is well-kept, there has been minor concerns about cleaning. The staff is great, they are caring for her very well. They have great activities like ...
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Adams County review score based on 869 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 869 reviews of 186 Adams County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Adams County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Adams County review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Adams County, PA186 facilities
8.7
Gettysburg, PA16 facilities
7.9
Biglerville, PA11 facilities

Review subcategories for Adams County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 869 reviews of 186 Adams County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Adams County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Adams County, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.5
3.7
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.6
Activities
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3.6
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Adams County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Adams County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Adams County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Adams County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Adams County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Adams County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.6%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Adams County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Adams County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Adams County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Adams County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Adams County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Adams County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.9%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
38.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.2%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Adams County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Adams County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Adams County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
34.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Adams County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Adams County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Adams County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.9%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
24.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Adams County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Adams County protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Tree of Life Personal Care Home, Celebration Villa of Dillsburg and Magnolias of Chambersburg are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Adams County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 213 assisted living facilities near Adams County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Adams County, Pennsylvania are Magnolias of Chambersburg, Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Traditions of Hershey. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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