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Helping Families. Enriching Lives. It’s more than just our duty, it defines who we are. At NewSeasons, everything we do revolves around our residents and their families. Our residents tell us at NewSeasons they get the best of both worlds – the comforts of home and the life-enriching...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Deb, the administrator for "The Manor" as we lovingly call it, told me on my first visit that the staff treats the facility as their home and the residents as their family...and I have found this to be so...
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Michaux Manor is a senior living community located in Fayetteville, PA, which is in Franklin County and home to just over 3,000 people. Residents will enjoy this quiet area and enjoy the scenic atmosphere with its park-like settings and mountainous views, small schools and area shops where they...
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Serene Manor is a Pennsylvania non profit corporation, and it is committed to affordable senior housing and care.Our management team is made of experienced, highly qualified professionals who are dedicated to making Serene Manor one of the premier Personal Care Homes in Pennsylvania.Our...
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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...
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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, 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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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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Cost of assisted living in Lower Frankford, PA

The average cost of senior living in Lower Frankford is $6,062 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dillsburg, PA with an average of $4,803 per month.

Assisted living costs in Lower Frankford, PA, vs. nearby cities

Lower Frankford, PA
$6,062/mo

Assisted living costs in Lower Frankford, PA, vs. state and national averages

Lower Frankford, PA
$6,062/mo
U.S. national average
$5,805/mo

Assisted living costs in Lower Frankford, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,062/mo
$7,567/mo

Assisted living costs in Lower Frankford, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,497/mo
Studio
$4,858/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,930/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,346/mo

Senior living costs in Lower Frankford 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: Lower Frankford, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLower Frankford, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$6,062/mo$5,643/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$7,567/mo$7,127/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living$3,197/mo$3,651/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
Lower Frankford, PA:$6,062/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,643/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
Lower Frankford, PA:$7,567/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,127/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
Independent Living
Lower Frankford, PA:$3,197/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,651/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
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Assisted living costs in Lower Frankford, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lower Frankford 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 Lower Frankford, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lower Frankford 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lower Frankford, PA$5,496/mo$5,263/mo+4.4%
Pennsylvania$5,360/mo$5,221/mo+2.7%
National$5,513/mo$5,261/mo+4.8%
Lower Frankford, PA
2024 average cost:$5,496/mo
2023 average cost:$5,263/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,360/mo
2023 average cost:$5,221/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,513/mo
2023 average cost:$5,261/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lower Frankford, 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 Lower Frankford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lower Frankford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lower Frankford

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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St John's Herr Estate in Columbia, PA

5.0
I am happy with the care of this community. We like that it is very nice and clean. The staff is very caring and attentive. They like that they can cook on there own. They offer meals to the community if the residents want to participate. They do have a lot of activities when they want to ...
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Lower Frankford review score based on 560 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 560 reviews of 143 Lower Frankford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lower Frankford 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

Lower Frankford review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Lower Frankford, PA143 facilities
8.5
Wheatfield, VA0 facilities
8.3
Gettysburg, OH0 facilities

Review subcategories for Lower Frankford 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 560 reviews of 143 Lower Frankford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lower Frankford 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.
Lower Frankford, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.7
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.4
Staff
3.4
3.6
Meals & dining
3.1
3.3
Activities
3.3
3.3
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
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Lower Frankford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lower Frankford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lower Frankford, 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 Lower Frankford 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 Lower Frankford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lower Frankford, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39.9%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.6%
34%
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
42.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.7%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lower Frankford 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 Lower Frankford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lower Frankford, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.5%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.3%
42%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.9%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lower Frankford 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 Lower Frankford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lower Frankford, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.7%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.2%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.5%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Lower Frankford 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 Lower Frankford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lower Frankford, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lower Frankford 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 Lower Frankford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lower Frankford, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.8%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
34.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
21%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.6%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lower Frankford

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 Lower Frankford protect seniors.
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Magnolias of Chambersburg, Juniper Village at Lebanon and The Residence at Fitz Farm are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lower Frankford, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 175 assisted living facilities near Lower Frankford, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Lower Frankford, Pennsylvania is Juniper Village at Lebanon. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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