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Assisted living costs in Dauphin County average about $4,763 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 216 communities in Dauphin County. Our detailed directory has 2922 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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Photo of Linden Village Senior Living Community
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff were very helpful. Yes, we would recommend Linden Village Senior Living Community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
General Overview: At Linden Village our residents have Choice, Purpose and Independence. Choices they make, Purposes they have and Independence they continue to enjoy. Our Continuum of Care offers a wide range of services on one Campus. Resident Programming is everyday with many different...
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The sales staff was very informative and helpful. The community is very clean and modern. The support staff seemed to enjoy working there.
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.
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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[Name Removed] was very helpful. My mom is still asking to go home so she hasn't accepted the move. She is resistive to joining the activities. She tells me they take her and don't give her a choice. She...
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.
For those who need assistance with day-to-day tasks, or want someone close by 24 hours per day, Oak Leaf Manor is an ideal, less costly healthcare choice for personal care needs. Assistance and security are provided by trained, caring staff who take pride in delivering outstanding personal care...
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Photo of Laurel Pointe Senior Living
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Searched and Found the Best Facility Here at Laurel Pointe. There is not anything they could do to make it Better! Mother is treated beyond expectations, the entire staff goes above & beyond, and it is...
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.
It's A Wonderful Senior Life At Rittenhouse Village, Our Philosophy is Different We're creating a resident-focused senior living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Rittenhouse Village At Muhlenberg, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities...
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22 Floor plans available
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Staff are very kind but can be a little difficult to catch up with. The cleanliness and food quality were the main reasons we chose Brookdale over others.
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.
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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Photo of Keystone Villa at Ephrata
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My mother has gone through a lot of changes in the last few years. She started at Keystone with my father after covid because they were too sick to take care of each other and keep track of their meds. My...
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.
Photo of Maidencreek Place
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We are very happy with the staff, the care, and the whole facility itself. They have lots of activities and fun things for the residents to participate in as well as family members to come in and...
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.
Enlivant communities were founded on the premise that not only would we provide stellar care for our residents but we would make it affordable as well. We offer a full range of amenities from 24/7 personal care to excellent dining and a full activities calendar. We provide our residents with the...
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Photo of Celebration Villa of Dillsburg
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A place for Mom was very helpful in doing a long distance connection. The facility in Dillsburg is very reasonably priced and has nice facilities. I would recommend to others.
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.
Providing Assisted Living to the Dillsburg area, come see us!
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Photo of Celebration Villa of Lebanon
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The staff is very caring and there are lots of activities. The facility is VERY clean and decorated for holidays. Concerns we received no orientation and one staff member blames family for lack of...
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.
Welcome to Celebration Villa of Lebanon, located in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, offering exceptional personal care options for seniors.Celebration Villa of Lebanon is an intimate, senior living community designed to provide optimal comfort, care and privacy. Some features include:-Private personal...
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Photo of Brookline Village
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All 5 stars! Mom loves it there and everyone has been soooooo friendly. The room she is in is twice the size and $[removed] cheaper than [facility name removed] where she was at before.
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.
We are located in rural Juniata County in with beautiful views surrounding. Brookline Village is a part of a Continuing Care Community where we have all levels of care on campus. We have staff that have been here for over 15 years who strive to give the best care they can. They are always willing...
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Photo of Vintage Knolls
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8.6
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5 on all. What we liked the most about the community is that their staff were exceptional. My Dad was not a good fit with other residents. He said they didn't talk much and just didn't seem too with it.
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.
At Vintage Knolls Senior Living in Danville, your loved one can look forward to becoming part of a welcoming Personal Care community supported by a dedicated staff eager to meet their needs. With a variety of amenities and activities, spacious accommodations, and a calm atmosphere, residents will...
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Photo of Silver Spring Personal Care Home
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Staff was very communicative and helpful. My memory was that my mom was trying to get her TV set up and they spent half an hour getting her set up so she could watch TV. I would absolutely recommend this...
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.
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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Photo of Pine Manor Home
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The staff is very friendly and keeps us informed of what our loved one is doing or if there is an issue. Yes, we would recommend Pine Manor Home 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.
Photo of Nottingham Village
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All 5. The place is excellent. The facility is very nice, home like feeling. The residents are wonderful. The staff is great. Clean environment. Activities daily to meet the residents needs. Movies, music...
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.
Photo of Harmony at West Shore
1010 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
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Very friendly and consistent, considerate with care. During our walk thru visit the staff and residents were very friendly and helpful. The entrance feels as though you are entering a nice hotel. Does not...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at West ShoreIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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Photo of Celebration Villa of Shippensburg
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Mom fell back in July. It was October until she returned. The staff was so helpful with the transition. Daily aids [name removed] and [name removed] have been outstanding with her.
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.
Celebration Villa of Shippensburg may have a new name- but we still offer the same exceptional care for your loved one!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...
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Photo of Seaton Springwood
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The staff is caring and accommodating. They get to know the residents. Just be aware that this is an assisted living/ memory care facility. This is not an Independent living facility.
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.
The Haven at Springwood offers a safe, secure environment with delicious meals, great activities, beautiful apartments, and varying levels of care provided by licensed staff as needed.
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Photo of Phoebe Berks Village
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Everyone in the administrative process were helpful and answered all our questions to our satisfaction. The staff at the front desk were friendly. When we saw the house keepers the were polite and had...
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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Would definitely recommend! Incredibly caring and competent staff, a homey and newly-renovated built environment, and excellent communication regarding my father's care.
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.
The Woods at Cedar Run is a senior living community in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, offering a seamless continuum of care to meet each resident’s needs. With options that include independent living, personal care, life bridges program and memory care, every resident receives thoughtful,...
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Photo of Legend of Lancaster
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff is so accommodating and friendly. I love out of state and they are so kind when I call or visit about every little thing. They really care for my...
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 committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At Legend of Lancaster, we...
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The staff really worked well with my MIL and going to dialysis. At times it was hard to get in touch with her but part of this is due to her memory issues. They took great care of her until she passed away...
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.
Mifflin Court is a Genesis senior living community located in quaint and historic Shillington, PA. The picture perfect town is like something out of a storybook and actually served as the basis for the town of Olinger in the fictional books by legendary author John Updike. We offer all the...
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What we like the most about the community is the staff and the other residents, they are so friendly. We would recommend Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road community to other families.
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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I would recommend VibraLife to those who are searching for an assisted living place for a family member. They were very accommodating and very caring. They listened to our needs for our family member. Our...
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.
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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Our loved one has since passed but she had moved into The Heritage of Green Hills which is a new facility that looks like a 4-star hotel. There were lots of different events, nice and friendly staff and...
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.
The Heritage of Green Hills is a full-service, independent living, personal care and memory care community located on 78 acres of rolling hills in Berks County, Pa. The Heritage is a vibrant, healthy life plan community. The community is focused on helping residents reach their highest level of...
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I brought my Mom to Celebration Villa in April after a poor experience with another facility in State College. I could not have made a better choice. Not only are the prices very reasonable, the care is just...
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.
Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Carriage Crossing, Celebration Villa of Reedsville is a senior living community offering enhanced personal care and short-term respite. At Celebration Villa, our focus is to support our residents’ independence and overall wellness. We treat all residents as...
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Cost of assisted living in Dauphin County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Dauphin County is $4,763 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pillow, PA with an average of $4,550 per month.

Assisted living costs in Dauphin County, PA, vs. nearby counties

Dauphin County, PA
$4,763/mo
$5,233/mo

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

Dauphin County, PA
$4,763/mo
U.S. national average
$4,881/mo

Assisted living costs in Dauphin County, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,763/mo
$5,918/mo

Assisted living costs in Dauphin County, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,773/mo
Studio
$4,923/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,920/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,956/mo

Senior living costs in Dauphin County 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: Dauphin County, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDauphin County, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,763/mo$4,531/mo$4,881/mo
Memory Care$5,918/mo$5,538/mo$5,615/mo
Independent Living$4,005/mo$4,476/mo$4,329/mo
Assisted Living
Dauphin County, PA:$4,763/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,881/mo
Memory Care
Dauphin County, PA:$5,918/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,538/mo
U.S.:$5,615/mo
Independent Living
Dauphin County, PA:$4,005/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,476/mo
U.S.:$4,329/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dauphin County, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dauphin County 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dauphin County, PA$4,942/mo$4,697/mo+5.2%
Pennsylvania$5,293/mo$5,111/mo+3.6%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Dauphin County, PA
2024 average cost:$4,942/mo
2023 average cost:$4,697/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,293/mo
2023 average cost:$5,111/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dauphin County, 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 Dauphin County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dauphin County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dauphin County

The Villa St Elizabeth in Reading, PA

5.0
Two months ago, my mother was living by herself in a first floor apartment. Things were going pretty good for a while and it took her some time to adjust to the fact that at 72 years old, it was time to retire. She has had 2 major lung surgeries that put her in a rehabilitation hospital for ...
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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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Elderwood Senior Living at Lancaster

4.0
Trying to find the right place is difficult enough but it's nearly impossible when you are in a completely different state. I had to rely on what I saw and read on the internet to make a decision but thankfully my friend had family in the area and that knew about this community so that is the ...
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Dauphin County review score based on 798 family reviews

8.5
Review score179 facilities798 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 798 reviews of 179 Dauphin County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dauphin County 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

Dauphin County review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Dauphin County, PA179 facilities
8.9
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8.4
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Review subcategories for Dauphin County 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 798 reviews of 179 Dauphin County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dauphin County 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.
Dauphin County, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.8
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.3
3.4
Activities
3.4
3.4
Value for cost*
3.3
3.4
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*Learn more about cost details

Dauphin County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dauphin County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dauphin County, 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 Dauphin County 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 Dauphin County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dauphin County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39.7%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.3%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.4%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.2%
52.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dauphin County 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 Dauphin County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dauphin County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.1%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.8%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.3%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.5%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dauphin County 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 Dauphin County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dauphin County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.1%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.1%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
26.3%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.9%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.3%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Dauphin County 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 Dauphin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dauphin County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.7%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
22.9%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.4%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dauphin County 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 Dauphin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dauphin County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.5%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.7%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.7%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.9%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.9%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.3%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.1%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.1%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.8%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
34.6%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
20.1%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.2%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.1%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dauphin County

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