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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Harrisburg, PA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Harrisburg, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Harrisburg or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Harrisburg.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Harrisburg for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 35 assisted living facilities in the Harrisburg area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hillside Village, Capitol Heights and Midtown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Mechanicsburg, Carlisle and York.
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After reading the reviews. I did not Want to come here for rehab. But let me let me tell you. This facility doesn’t deserve those reviews. I have been here a week and this place is great. The staff is...
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.
Vibralife Vibralife is located in historic Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania and offers a wide variety of care services. We have senior living community that can provide seniors with memory care issues such as dementia and Alzheimer's. Our trained staff can assist residents with daily care and...
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
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, Memory Care
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.
Schedule a visit with Silver Spring Personal Care Homeso you can see firsthand the level of commitment and caring we have to each and every resident at our senior care facility. We invite you to step inside our home - there is no better way to truly experience what we have to offer.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Harrisburg, PA
The average cost of senior living in Harrisburg is $4,803 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Duncannon, PA with an average of $4,406 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Harrisburg, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Harrisburg, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Harrisburg vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Harrisburg, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Harrisburg over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Harrisburg
Recent reviews for assisted living in Harrisburg
Linden Village A ProMedica Senior Living Community in Lebanon, PA
5.0
Our experience was very good, [name removed] was loved even towards the end when she became more difficult to manage, I feel that the people at Linden Village went above what was expected. Of course the cost is never easy but when we moved [name removed] into a nursing facility and saw the ...
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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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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.
Harrisburg review score based on 150 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 150 reviews of 29 Harrisburg assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Harrisburg 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
Harrisburg review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Harrisburg 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 150 reviews of 29 Harrisburg assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Harrisburg 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.Harrisburg, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Harrisburg assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harrisburg assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Harrisburg, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.5%
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
44.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Harrisburg, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.9%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harrisburg, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.8%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harrisburg, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
31%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Harrisburg, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.6%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Harrisburg
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 Harrisburg protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Palmyra Senior Living, Traditions of Hershey and The Terraces at Capitol Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 35 assisted living facilities near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania are Palmyra Senior Living, Traditions of Hershey and The Terraces at Capitol Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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