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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Doubling Gap, PA

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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
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of assisted living in Doubling Gap, PA

The average cost of senior living in Doubling Gap is $5,198 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blain, PA with an average of $3,952 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Doubling Gap, PA vs. nearby cities

Doubling Gap, PA
$5,300/mo
$3,950/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Doubling Gap, PA vs. the state and national average

Doubling Gap, PA
$5,300/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Doubling Gap vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,300/mo
$5,661/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Doubling Gap, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,829/mo
Studio
$5,315/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,296/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,107/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Doubling Gap over time

Doubling Gap, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Doubling Gap, 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 Doubling Gap.

What families are saying about assisted living in Doubling Gap

Recent reviews for assisted living in Doubling Gap

Vibralife in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.5
This facility is poorly run, poorly staffed and neglects the residents who are designated in the rehab section of the facility. I would never endorse this facility for any person. Your loved one will be hurt and his/her needs will not be satisfactorily met.

Brookdale Grandon Farms in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.3
Definitely an interesting task balancing my interactions vs my Dad's and the fact that they were in the beginning of a management restructuring when he arrived. It has gotten better in many ways. The number of people who show they really care and know my parents is something special. The ...
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Bethany Village in Mechanicsburg, PA

3.6
Staff is friendly and helpful. Communication with the family is good. The meals are not great. I would recommend the facility to others.

Doubling Gap review score based on 76 family reviews

7.3
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Doubling Gap review score compared against nearby cities

7.3
Doubling Gap, PA27 facilities
5.7
Blain, PA15 facilities
6.8
Landisburg, PA17 facilities

Review subcategories for Doubling Gap 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 76 reviews of 27 Doubling Gap assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Doubling Gap 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.
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Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Doubling Gap assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Doubling Gap assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Doubling Gap, 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 Doubling Gap 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 Doubling Gap that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Doubling Gap, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.9%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Doubling Gap 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 Doubling Gap Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Doubling Gap, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Doubling Gap 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 Doubling Gap partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Doubling Gap, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Doubling Gap 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 Doubling Gap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Doubling Gap, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Doubling Gap 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 Doubling Gap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Doubling Gap, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
37%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
18.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Doubling Gap

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Doubling Gap protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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