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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Bixler, PA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Bixler, 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 Bixler or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Bixler.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Bixler for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 29 assisted living facilities in the Bixler area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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After reading the reviews. I did not Want to come here for rehab. But let me let me tell you. This facility doesn’t deserve those reviews. I have been here a week and this place is great. The staff is...
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.
Vibralife Vibralife is located in historic Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania and offers a wide variety of care services. We have senior living community that can provide seniors with memory care issues such as dementia and Alzheimer's. Our trained staff can assist residents with daily care and...
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Cost of assisted living in Bixler, PA
The average cost of senior living in Bixler is $4,684 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Port Royal, PA with an average of $3,450 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bixler, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bixler, PA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Bixler, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Bixler over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bixler, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Bixler
Recent reviews for assisted living in Bixler
Celebration Villa of Shippensburg
3.3
My loved one is currently a resident at Celebration Villa of Shippensburg. Things have gone downhill in the last six to eight months. The residents have even been able to see it. Right now, I would not recommend Celebration Villa of Shippensburg to others, not until things change and ...
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Harmony at West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA
4.1
The staff at Harmony at West Shore are extremely friendly and welcoming. The housekeeping is good (we had a little hiccup on move in day, but it got resolved). The move in process had a few bumps because of some staff who left, but was otherwise good. My parents feel that the food is excellent ...
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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.
Bixler review score based on 85 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 85 reviews of 26 Bixler assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Bixler 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
Bixler review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Bixler 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 85 reviews of 26 Bixler assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bixler 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.Bixler, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.2
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.2
4.1
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Bixler assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bixler assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bixler, 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 Bixler 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 Bixler that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bixler, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30.8%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.2%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.6%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Bixler 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 Bixler Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bixler, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30.8%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.2%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.1%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.8%
13.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bixler 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 Bixler partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bixler, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
12.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Bixler 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 Bixler communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bixler, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Bixler 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 Bixler offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bixler, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.9%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.9%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.9%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
11.5%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.5%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.9%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bixler
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 Bixler protect seniors.
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Bridges of Bent Creek, Celebration Villa of Shippensburg and Brookdale Grandon Farms are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Bixler, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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