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11 Photo available
88 Floor plans available
9.5
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15 reviews
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I like the kindness and courtesy of the staff and the management. Theater place is clean, and kept clean, light and calm colors with great artwork. My only regret is that my sister did not come to Terraces...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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12 reviews
9.0
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12 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
33%
3 star
8%
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8%
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My Dad went from the hospital to Brookdale Grayson view. He had pneumonia and also has dementia. The staff and residents really took him under their wing to help him to feel comfortable. He had a hard time...
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.
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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1111 Photos available
8.5
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6 reviews
8.5
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6 reviews
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Nothing was negative for me. The staff and the residents top notch. The reason for moving my Mother had to do with her downward spiral into dementia and my family felt she needed more 1 on 1 care. However,...
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
2525 Floor plans available
8.5
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41 reviews
8.5
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41 reviews
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I have been satisfied with my experience except for the lack of handicap parking. There are only three spaces in the front of the building. There are many residents that use walkers and wheelchairs and the...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: 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
Care types provided by this community
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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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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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 Paxton, PA

The average cost of senior living in Paxton is $3,429 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McClure, PA with an average of $2,277 per month.

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

Paxton, PA
$3,429/mo

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

Paxton, PA
$3,429/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

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

$5,444/mo
Independent Living
$3,429/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Paxton, 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 Paxton over time

Paxton, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Paxton

Recent reviews for independent living in Paxton

Holiday The Manor at Oakridge in Harrisburg, PA

4.0
Friendly staff however we think they need more than one matinance staff. Areas need paint. We really like the great variety of meal selections. Outside grounds seem well taken of. Need to make sure the inside is painted regularly

Kindred Place at Harrisburg

5.0
It really is difficult to put a price on a place that gives such care to your loved one. For an individual that wants their own Independence in a protective environment you can't beat the cost. I selected Kindred Place because it was closer to her friends , family and church. Also, it allowed ...
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The Terraces at Capitol Village in Harrisburg, PA

5.0
This is the best place we looked. The location is ideal. Great parking space, easy access. The people are so nice here and welcoming.

Paxton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Paxton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Paxton, 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 Paxton 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 Paxton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Paxton, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Paxton 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 Paxton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Paxton, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Paxton 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 Paxton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Paxton, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Terraces at Capitol Village, Holiday Essex House and Brookdale Grayson View are the top-rated independent living facilities near Paxton, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Paxton, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Paxton, Pennsylvania is The Terraces at Capitol Village. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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