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Assisted living costs in Barlow average about $5,620 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 239 communities in Barlow. Our detailed directory has 4654 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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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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They could have better meals. Activities could be better for men. Staff not always nice and do not give residents privacy. Activities should also be like to the war museum in Gettysburg, etc.
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.
Located in Fayetteville, Pennsylvania. Our unique senior living community is nestled in the pristine and tranquil woodlands near the Michaux State Forest.Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road is perfect for the active senior adult who prefers nature and green space as their retirement...
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They consistently went above and beyond. All categories are a number five except for food, which is a number four. The staff was very accommodating to our families needs and was responsive in regard to any...
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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Every time I asked for assistance with my 94 year old mother it was given without hesitation. Staff was highly professional and friendly.
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.
Autumn House East and Autumn House West offer three levels of care based on your individually assessed needs, including assistance with daily care, housekeeping and medication administration. As your needs change, we can modify the level of assistance by providing onsite special needs management,...
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It was a lovely facility with the nicest staff. We were happy that my mother lived in such a nice place at the end of her life. Even the visiting hospice workers commented on how nice it was and the kindness...
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.
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They are very helpful and trustworthy and yes we would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
At Paradise Assisted Living we combine comfortable living with quality healthcare to ensure our residents receive all the comforts of home. The warmth and hospitality of this gracious community is felt the moment you step onto our wrap-around, covered front porch, walk through the door, and enter...
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[name removed] the exec director and [name removed] the sales director are both very personable and extremely helpful during the whole process. All the employees I met along the way have been very personable...
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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always. If you’re interested in learning more or want to get your Tour set up let us know. We look forward...
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The only bad thing that I can say is the facility has had difficulty with the HVAC system. My mom has a giant HVAC unit in her room and sometimes it doesn't work. On the other end, I can't speak highly...
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.
Join us at our upscale assisted living community also offering Alzheimer’s and dementia care services in charming Olney, Md., just 20 miles from our nation’s capital in a rural location surrounded by verdant trees. Your fine living includes well-appointed, cozy common areas, a spacious apartment,...
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Morningside is an excellent organization who put their customers families first. They were very caring and understanding in a constantly changing family. There was good communication with timely responses.
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.
 Morningside House is located in the heart of historic Leesburg beside the Washington and Old Dominion walking path and just steps away from the Leesburg Senior Center. Walk to Raflo Park or downtown Leesburg and enjoy browsing through the antique or boutique stores and coffee shops. Market...
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From a family members perspective, Comfort Care is a small, quiet, nice and comfortable place for anyone who is looking for that type of atmosphere in a rural farming type area. It is open 24/7 and is a...
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.
Comfort Care Inc. is a senior living community located in Fairfield, PA. Fairfield is located in Adams County and is home to just over 500 people. Fairfield is a small historic town with lots of open fields, ranches, farms, small shops and stores where residents can run errands, go out to...
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We toured this facility during the height of covid and they were very flexible and let us come look at the apartment my mother would move to before we made a decision. their marketing coordinator was...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Lorien Taneytown has been a landmark in Carroll County for over a decade. In 2014, Lorien built a 52 bed assisted living looking to offer another level of care to seniors in the area. With a focus on quality care, socialization, and independence, our philosophy encourages our residents to age in...
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The nursing service at Brightview Westminster Ridge needs improving. Mom is diabetic and was not receiving her medication. So we had to put our foot down with the staff on this matter. We had several...
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.
Tucked handsomely into countryside, yet close to every metro-area convenience and historic downtown Westminster, Brightview Westminster Ridge brings all the right things together for vibrant, value-filled senior living. The only full-service, rental retirement community in Carroll County, the...
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The place is small enough that the staff knows everyone and treats them like family. The rooms are huge and inviting. Home cooked meals always smell delicious. There aren't scheduled activities but that's ok...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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We placed our sister at Copper Ridge, at the end of March; the physical appearance of the dining room, sitting rooms and the small but adequate individual rooms were what impressed us. There is also a craft...
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.
Since 1994, Copper Ridge, located in Sykesville, MD, has been a pioneer in the field of memory and dementia support through its cutting edge programs and services. With advancements in research and education, we have evolved to now offer complete neurocognitive support for individuals...
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I chose VV initially due to location and I liked that it was a smaller facility. Everyone is very friendly and hard working. The facility is kept clean and well maintained. The activity director who is...
Provides: Assisted 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.
The Victorian Villa is a 40-bed personal care facility located adjacent to the Dallastown Nursing Center in Dallastown, PA. The Villa is designed for individuals seeking an alternative living arrangement where choice, convenience, companionship and support are combined in a safe and secure...
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My wife's mother lived at North Oaks Retirement Community for nearly six years - first independently then with assistance/hospice care - she rarely missed a meal in the dining room and looked forward to the...
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.
North Oaks is a Life Care Retirement Community (also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community or CCRC) located in Northwest Baltimore County on a beautiful suburban campus. We have been a proud member of the Pikesville community for over 30 years.New residents enter the community through...
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This was our second experience at Encore and it was just as pleasant as the first. Everyone of the staff was professional, but friendly. The facility was always clean. Food was exceptional. Physical...
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.
Welcome to Encore at Turf ValleyEncore at Turf Valley offers caring support for those who require day to day assistance. Encore can provide the right amount of support while allowing your loved one to maintain as much independence as possible.Encore offers several assisted living floor plans,...
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My mom moved into their assisted living facility after hip surgery. She needs assistance navigating with a walker and also had lingering short term memory issues - we're told they are due to the anesthesia...
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.
Located in a rolling, green neighborhood just north of Timonium, Maryland, Brightview Mays Chapel Ridge brings together three distinct senior living options in one warm community that's sized just-right. The campus offers Independent Living and Assisted Living residences and our award-winning...
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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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They are in a big house and all the residents are over 90. They don't have any activities they do themselves, you can go and pick up your loved one for outside activities. They receive excellent care,...
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.
William Hanson 'Dinty' Moore purchased the four-year liberal arts college in the village of Lutherville, Maryland in the late 1920s. He was Provost, then President of the College until 1952. Dr. Moore married one of the students, Mabelle Symington, of Long Island, New York. After listening to...
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Madonna Heritage has been a wonderful assisted living facility that has met the needs of my parent. This was a hard decision and Madonna Heritage made the transition for my family as easy as could be. The...
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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Sometimes it may be hard to figure out who to call to sort things out, but overall the staff members at Springwell Senior Living community are very nice.
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.
In a lifestyle that is tailored, fulfilling and refined, Springwell promotes a caring environment where residents can experience a supportive and spiritually rewarding lifestyle enhancing their quality of life.Springwell offers a unique, distinctive and innovative senior living community located...
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The medical staff has been fantastic. They're very on top of everything and have found situations with our loved one that we didn't even know she had. That's all been fantastic. I have absolutely nothing...
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.
At Marian Assisted Living, we encourage our residents to enjoy an independent lifestyle while we provide all the conveniences of home, from delicious home-made meals to housekeeping services. Therefore, our residents have more time to socialize, participate in recreational activities, or just...
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My parents were firm believers that you get what you pay for. My brother and I looked at six facilities before deciding Brightview was where my mother was going. Brightview was the most expensive but the...
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.
Experience your most fulfilling life in the heart of Towson, where you’ll have easy access to restaurants, shops, the Baltimore County Public Library, and cultural events at Towson University. It’s like living in a beautiful boutique resort, but this lifestyle comes with extraordinary care from...
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What we like the most about Seaton Towson is that the staff is very nice and accommodating. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted 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.
You see the difference when you walk into The Maples; the exceptional decor, the welcoming ambience. We provide exceptional care in a sophisticated environment. Since 1995, we've been earning our reputation for care you can count on. Nowhere else will you and your family enjoy the level of...
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Cost of assisted living in Barlow, PA

The average cost of senior living in Barlow is $5,620 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gettysburg, PA with an average of $4,172 per month.

Assisted living costs in Barlow, PA, vs. nearby cities

Barlow, PA
$5,620/mo

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

Barlow, PA
$5,620/mo
U.S. national average
$4,837/mo

Assisted living costs in Barlow, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,620/mo
$6,282/mo

Assisted living costs in Barlow, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,982/mo
Studio
$5,395/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,338/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,658/mo

Senior living costs in Barlow 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: Barlow, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarlow, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,620/mo$4,494/mo$4,837/mo
Memory Care$6,282/mo$5,511/mo$5,607/mo
Independent Living$4,285/mo$4,440/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Barlow, PA:$5,620/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,494/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Memory Care
Barlow, PA:$6,282/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,511/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
Independent Living
Barlow, PA:$4,285/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
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Assisted living costs in Barlow, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Barlow 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
Barlow, PA$4,862/mo$4,568/mo+6.4%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,144/mo+3.3%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Barlow, PA
2024 average cost:$4,862/mo
2023 average cost:$4,568/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,144/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Barlow, 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 Barlow.

What families are saying about assisted living in Barlow

Recent reviews for assisted living in Barlow

Integrity Esther's Place at the Park in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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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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Victorian Villa in Dallastown, PA

4.9
Mom seems to really like it here and I'am pleased with everything they have done for us. She has adjusted well to the community. The community is well-kept, there has been minor concerns about cleaning. The staff is great, they are caring for her very well. They have great activities like ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. At Tribute at Black Hill, the staff is known for their friendly demeanor and for welcoming residents and families with open arms. Several reviews highlight the kindness and compassion shown by the staff towards their loved ones.
Variety of activities for residents. Residents at Lorien Harmony Hall enjoy a wide range of activities, from Bingo to movie nights and outings to the local shops. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure residents stay engaged and active, catering to their individual interests.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Food is a major factor in overall satisfaction for many residents and their families. At Autumn House East, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, and the meals are appreciated for their taste and presentation.
Properly maintained and clean living spaces. Throughout the reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are consistently mentioned as top priorities. At Charter Senior Living at Woodholme Crossing, the rooms are kept clean and tidy, and common areas are well-maintained, providing a comfortable living environment.
Individualized care plans for each resident. At Autumn House West, staff members take the time to understand each resident's unique needs and create personalized care plans. This individualized attention ensures that residents receive the care and support they require.
Thoughtful communication with families. Open communication between families and the community staff is essential for peace of mind. At Celebration Villa of Shippensburg, staff members regularly update families on their loved ones' well-being and involve them in their care.
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Barlow review score based on 961 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 961 reviews of 217 Barlow assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Barlow 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

Barlow review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Barlow, PA217 facilities
8.7
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Review subcategories for Barlow 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 961 reviews of 217 Barlow assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Barlow 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.
Barlow, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.9
Friendliness
3.8
4.0
Care services
3.4
3.6
Staff
3.6
3.9
Meals & dining
3.3
3.5
Activities
3.4
3.5
Value for cost*
3.3
3.6
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*Learn more about cost details

Barlow assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barlow assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barlow, 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 Barlow 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 Barlow that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Barlow, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.6%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.8%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.3%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.1%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.1%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Barlow 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 Barlow Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Barlow, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.6%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.7%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barlow 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 Barlow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barlow, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.4%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
47.7%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.9%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Barlow 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 Barlow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barlow, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.7%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
42.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barlow 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 Barlow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barlow, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.7%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.2%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.3%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.4%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.2%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.9%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
56%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
32.6%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.6%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.6%
46.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Barlow

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 Barlow protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolias of Chambersburg, Bridges of Bent Creek and Traditions of Hershey are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Barlow, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 239 assisted living facilities near Barlow, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Barlow, Pennsylvania are Sunrise of Montgomery Village, HeartLands Senior Living at Ellicott City and Bedford Court, a CCRC. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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