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Photo of Kindred Place at Harrisburg
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Kindred staff had my mom's well-being as a top priority. Excellent communication with me , good meals and sympathetic caring staff. Worked to solve whatever issue or problem that came up. Recommend the place...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
The Kindred Place at Harrisburg is an independent living community in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Harrisburg is the county seat of Dauphin County. The area is close enough to downtown to enjoy all the benefits of city life. Being comfortable located in a peaceful, rural setting, giving everyone a...
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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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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.
Brookdale Grayson View was built in 2000 and is a proud member of the Brookdale family. Brookdale is one of the largest retirement community providers in the United States and serves thousands of seniors by providing customized care, signature programs and quality of life for each of our...
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2525 Floor plans available
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After looking in both Lancaster and York , the Manor at Oakridge in Harrisburg was the one that checked all our boxes. It is an older Independent community but they have just done a complete remodel . We...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
The Manor at Oakridge provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet suburban neighborhood of Harrisburg, you'll love our small town charm with big city conveniences. Residents enjoy being just minutes away from shopping, golfing, dining and...
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Things are going very good for my friend since moving in here. Her apartment is huge, she has a kitchen to cook her own meals in. They have housekeeping about once a week to help her out. They also have a...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Pennsfield Senior Apartments are located in rural Selinsgrove in Snyder County, Pennsylvania. This quiet and serene borough is the sublime place to settle in and enjoy the small town life. Selinsgrove is right in the center of the Susquehanna River Valley which is full of luscious trees and...
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After careful consideration and much prayer, we felt like God lead us to Transitions, and we have been very satisfied with our Mom’s care. She enjoys the activities and raves about [name removed] who...
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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 independent living in Cartin, PA

The average cost of senior living in Cartin is $3,486 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shamokin, PA with an average of $3,002 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cartin, PA vs. nearby cities

Cartin, PA
$3,486/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cartin, PA vs. the state and national average

Cartin, PA
$3,486/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cartin vs. other types of senior living

$5,399/mo
Independent Living
$3,486/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Cartin, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,966/mo
Studio
$4,110/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,589/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,756/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Cartin over time

Cartin, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Cartin

Recent reviews for independent living in Cartin

Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, PA

5.0
I was really impressed with Traditions of Hershey when I recently visited a resident there. The facility itself is well maintained, clean and comfortable. The staff are friendly and courteous and seem to really care about the residents there. They also seem to offer lots of social activities ...
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Harmony at Hershey

4.5
Personally I think it's a great place. I've worked in healthcare for years, and it's clean. I think it would be good for anyone looking for independent living to take care of their needs. Especially if you're open to taking advantage of what they have to offer - the food, activities, things ...
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Country Meadows of Hershey

5.0
Country Meadows is a wonderful home. My mother lived in independent living and my father needed more care in Pathways. My mother and father made many new friends. My mother loved exercise class with [Name Removed]. And my mother-in-law currently lives in Connections. She loves Rosie the ...
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Cartin independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cartin independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cartin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cartin, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cartin independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cartin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cartin, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cartin independent 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 independent living communities in Cartin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cartin, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Traditions of Hershey, Holiday Essex House and Kindred Place at Harrisburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cartin, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Cartin, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Cartin, Pennsylvania is Traditions of Hershey. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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