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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Markelsville, PA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Markelsville, 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 Markelsville or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Markelsville.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Markelsville for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 16 assisted living facilities in the Markelsville 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, Camp Curtin and Uptown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg and Carlisle.
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60 reviews
When it comes to the meals and dining we understand dining has reduced, and cost of supplies. We would prefer slightly less quality and no price adjustment They schedule group activities during 2nd meal...
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.
The Bridges at Bent Creek Senior Living is located off of Route 14 in Mechanicsburg. Our community offers a relaxing and peaceful setting. With several outdoor areas, along with a walking trail, our residents have the opportunity to enjoy nature.Through our partnership with Fox rehabilitation we...
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The overall experience is amazing and the community is always clean. We absolutely loved all the staff and they are very attentive to the residents. I think overall the meals were very good. The activities...
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.
Home is where the heart is and a whole lot more.If you’re looking for a senior living community where you can explore new hobbies and strengthen your sense of purpose, we might be the right fit for you. With both personal care home services and Alzheimer’s and dementia care on one campus, you’ll...
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A couple of the girls are not helpful and mean! The med techs don't call back always and don't seem to care so much! The place is beautiful, the food is great! Most of the staff are nice and helpful
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.
Located on the West Shore, just a few miles off Interstate 81, Legend at Silver Creek offers beautiful amenities, spacious apartments, and the area’s best personal care and memory care services. Here, residents enjoy a maintenance-free independent lifestyle focused on wellness for the whole...
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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.
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.
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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, 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.
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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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.
Cumberland Crossings is a senior living community located in Carlisle, PA, home to almost 19,000 people in Cumberland County. Home to the U.S. Army Military Heritage Museum, Carlisle is a small borough with row homes and quaint stores where residents can shop, run their errands and bank, or go to...
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Cost of assisted living in Markelsville, PA
The average cost of senior living in Markelsville is $4,868 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blain, PA with an average of $3,952 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Markelsville, PA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Markelsville, PA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Markelsville, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Markelsville
Recent reviews for assisted living in Markelsville
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.
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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Markelsville review score based on 38 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 38 reviews of 13 Markelsville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Markelsville 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
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Review subcategories for Markelsville 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 38 reviews of 13 Markelsville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Markelsville 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.Markelsville, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.2
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Markelsville assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Markelsville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Markelsville, 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 Markelsville 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 Markelsville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Markelsville, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.8%
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
38.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Markelsville 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 Markelsville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Markelsville, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.8%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Markelsville 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 Markelsville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Markelsville, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Markelsville 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 Markelsville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Markelsville, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Markelsville 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 Markelsville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Markelsville, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Markelsville
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 Markelsville protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Terraces at Capitol Village, Bridges of Bent Creek and Bethany Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Markelsville, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 16 assisted living facilities near Markelsville, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Markelsville, Pennsylvania is The Terraces at Capitol Village. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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