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Assisted living costs in Ellendale Forge average about $6,037 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 174 communities in Ellendale Forge. Our detailed directory has 2870 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg and Carlisle.

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 Autumn House West
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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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This place is great for functional but challenged guests who need in order of importance: meds, food, housing. They don't provide transportation but are close to bus routes.
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.
Morris-Pace Personal Care is a senior living community located in Reading, PA, in Berks County, home to just over 90,000 people. Reading is known for the Bachman Pretzel factory and coal transportation on the Reading Railroad. Residents will be able to shop, run their errands, do banking, and go...
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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
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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.
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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I am very impressed with the assisted living section that mom and dad are in. They really go the extra mile to care for them. The staff is great the facilities are generally clean. The room size seems...
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.
Personal Care at Stevens is a 15 bed licensed Personal Care home located on the outskirts of the quant town of Stevens, Pennsylvania. We are a CCRC, offering Independent Living and Skilled Nursing Care which is conveniently attached to our center. Our newly renovated facility offers a boutique...
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If someone asked me I would absolutely recommend Bethany Village. The application and move in process was very easy. My mother-in -law has been enjoying the optional activities. The culture among 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.
MapleWood Assisted Living at Bethany VillageMapleWood’s private suites are bright, inviting residences with kitchenettes that you can decorate with your own personal touches. Caring staff provide just the right amount of support, so you can live life just the way you want and get back to spending...
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I moved here a year ago from Florida and was very nervous, but everyone here was so caring and I felt at ease. It never felt like I was in a facility, it felt like home and the staff felt like family. You...
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.
Palmyra Senior Living is small intimate personal care home specializing in Memory Care and Personal Care, offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located in the charming town of Palmyra, PA in a tranquil luxurious setting and...
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My mom just recently passed away and the care that was given to her at Columbia Cottage in Hershey was such a blessing. They didn’t just take care of her physical needs but they truly cared about her 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.
Columbia Cottage Hershey is ready to welcome you into our family of residents and dedicated Caregivers! Here, you’ll find an activities calendar full of social events, options for fitness and staying active, and even spa treatments so you and your new friends can continue to enjoy the everyday...
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My loved one is here at this community now and is doing well in the memory care unit. My loved one is very happy here. Everything that they do is highly rated and everything is going well. She has settled in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Because "A Place for Mom" helped me find St. Johns Herr Estate I now live there. I love it. My cottage is wonderful.....I couldn't be happier. Independent living at its best. I hope I can remain...
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.
The art of living well is defined at St. John's. Offering the perfect blend of location, lifestyle, supportive services and access to healthcare, St. John's Herr Estate is an established community designed to meet your physical, spiritual and social aspirations. Here you decide how you want to...
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55 Floor plans available
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The facility was clean and well maintained. The room was a perfect size for two people to share. The room was furnished with a dresser for each person along with a closet for each. The staff that I met were...
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.
Retirement should be about finding new interests and actively engaging in life, but it is also a time to sit back and reflect on life and to rest and relax. Serenity Gardens is a senior living community in the small town of Kulpmont, Pennsylvania offers residents a chance to find themselves in...
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Photo of Pine Manor Home
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This is a nice community if you are looking for a family type place. This community is small so there are not a ton of people. The staff are very friendly and if there is a problem they are quick to reach...
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.
Photo of Renaissance Home Pinebrook
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They were very helpful getting my sister set up . They are very nice, polite and helpful. The place needs work and they have a few problems but she is settling in. They have been losing staff, I hope they...
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.
Renaissance Home Pinebrook is a senior living community located in Orwigsburg, PA, in Schuylkill County and is home to just over 3,000 people. Residents can enjoy nature walks, small town living, getting out for daily exercise, or relaxing in our comfortable community.
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The main reason we chose Berks Leisure Living was because the facility is close to family. The thing that sticks out the most is the very nice people here.
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.
Berks Leisure Living is here for your senior housing needs with affordable, spacious apartments. We offer private and semi-private rooms, complete with furniture if you so desire. We encourage individuality in our residents through activities and personal care needs.We invite you to tour our...
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The staff is wonderful and caring. Having everything under one roof is ideal. We love that my Dad has a choice as to where to eat his meals and that one day s included each day. The food is fantastic 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 Highlands at Wyomissing is a nonprofit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) located in charming Wyomissing, PA, where the retirement living is stimulating and the ambience gracious. Built in 1989, The Highlands is situated on 113 acres of gently rolling land with tree-lined roads and...
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Couldn't ask for more caring staff that go out of their way to make life on everybody so easy.
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.
Photo of The Heritage of Green Hills
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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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Overall we're happy with them. Activities are announced over the loudspeaker, which is great for hearing residents. But that would be resident-specific if that's a positive or a negative. The staff seems...
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.
Welsh Mountain Home is a non-profit Personal Care Home providing exceptional care for over 85 years. Situated on 50 acres of rolling hills in Eastern Lancaster County, PA, the home provides a quiet, relaxed atmosphere and a comfortable place to call home. Welsh Mountain Home is committed to...
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We had an excellent experience overall w/ admissions director, direct caregivers were very, & business office manager as well as programming leaders for community club in memory support of our Mother! We...
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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Recently, I moved my mom into Ecumenical Retirement home and she couldn't be happier! She raves about the food and always says how friendly the staff is! She has made many new friends and enjoys doing 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.
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From the perspective of the caregiver, Country Meadows South was a God send. I moved my 93 year old mother to PA from CA. Needless to say the move was highly stressful. It took the moving company three...
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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The entire staff from marketing to caregivers have been wonderful through the whole process of moving my mother into the facility and getting her acclimated. I am a nurse case manager within the local...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The whole facility is a family! They go over and above to make sure all the residents have what they need. Whether it’s medical, meals, religious, community or just help hanging a picture in their room,...
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.
In 1986, my mother would often visit with her aunt and grandmother at the personal care home they were living in. Unfortunately, it did not take long to discover that the care they were receiving was very disheartening. It was at this time my mother’s love for her family would not allow them to...
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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.
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.
Helping Families. Enriching Lives. It’s more than just our duty, it defines who we are. At NewSeasons, everything we do revolves around our residents and their families. Our residents tell us at NewSeasons they get the best of both worlds – the comforts of home and the life-enriching...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Ellendale Forge, PA

The average cost of senior living in Ellendale Forge is $6,037 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wheatfield, PA with an average of $5,058 per month.

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

Ellendale Forge, PA
$6,037/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Ellendale Forge, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,037/mo
$7,634/mo

Assisted living costs in Ellendale Forge, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,452/mo
Studio
$4,878/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,901/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,309/mo

Senior living costs in Ellendale Forge 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: Ellendale Forge, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEllendale Forge, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$6,037/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,634/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,178/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ellendale Forge, PA:$6,037/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ellendale Forge, PA:$7,634/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ellendale Forge, PA:$3,178/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ellendale Forge, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ellendale Forge 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 average 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
Ellendale Forge, PA$5,458/mo$5,258/mo+3.8%
Pennsylvania$5,351/mo$5,208/mo+2.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Ellendale Forge, PA
2024 average cost:$5,458/mo
2023 average cost:$5,258/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,351/mo
2023 average cost:$5,208/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ellendale Forge, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Ellendale Forge

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ellendale Forge

Nottingham Village in Northumberland, PA

5.0
I am very impressed with this center. It is beautiful with much to offer. The care is excellent. The nursing staff is wonderful. The aides do a great job and the activity director keeps it entertaining. The dining room is so elegant and the kitchen personal offer a fabulous menu to choose from. ...
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Country Meadows Of Wyomissing

5.0
Well I could write a book, but will keep it short as to not run out of space. My mother in law was in Country Meadows several years ago. I loved it then, and I love it now! After my dad passed we moved my mother, who is 92, from her home in Lancaster into the personal care unit in ...
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The Highlands at Wyomissing

4.4
Overall at least a four. I'd give them a five for cleanliness. They've just done an extensive remodel. I couldn't say much more, I just moved in a couple of weeks ago. I've been in pool exercises twice a week, which is what I was looking for. They have a very good system for taking us ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members in various communities, such as Viva Senior Living and Brookdale Harrisburg. Residents and their families express appreciation for the warm welcome and support they receive from caregivers and administrators.
Variety of activities. Families praise the diverse range of activities offered at senior living communities, including arts and crafts, exercise programs, movie nights, and social events. At Viva Senior Living and Palmyra Senior Living, residents enjoy participating in these engaging activities and forming new friends ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in creating a comfortable living environment for seniors. At Terraces at Capitol Village and Palmyra Senior Living, residents appreciate the attention to detail in keeping common areas and personal spaces tidy and appealing.
Effective communication between staff and families. Frequent, clear communication between staff and families is a common theme in positive reviews. At Viva Senior Living and Butler St. Senior Living, families feel informed and valued, leading to a stronger sense of trust and collaboration in ensuring their loved ones' care.
Personalized care and attention. Reviews emphasize the importance of individualized care in meeting the unique needs of seniors. At Viva Senior Living and Palmyra Senior Living, caregivers tailor their approaches to each resident, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
Accessible health care services. Reviews mention the convenience and quality of health care services offered on-site or nearby, enabling seniors to receive timely care and attention. At Brookdale Harrisburg and Palmyra Senior Living, health care providers collaborate with caregivers and families to ensure comprehensive care for ...
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Ellendale Forge review score based on 760 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 760 reviews of 174 Ellendale Forge assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ellendale Forge 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

Ellendale Forge review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Ellendale Forge 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 760 reviews of 174 Ellendale Forge assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ellendale Forge 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.
Ellendale Forge, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
3.0
3.1
Activities
3.1
3.1
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Ellendale Forge assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellendale Forge assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellendale Forge, 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 Ellendale Forge 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 Ellendale Forge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ellendale Forge, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.6%
34.6%
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
41.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ellendale Forge 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 Ellendale Forge Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ellendale Forge, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.4%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ellendale Forge 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 Ellendale Forge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellendale Forge, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.3%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.2%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.4%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellendale Forge 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 Ellendale Forge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellendale Forge, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.6%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.2%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellendale Forge 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 Ellendale Forge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellendale Forge, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.3%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.2%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.8%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.9%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.6%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
34.5%
48%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.5%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ellendale Forge

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Juniper Village at Lebanon, The Residence at Fitz Farm and Manor At Market Square are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ellendale Forge, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 174 assisted living facilities near Ellendale Forge, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Ellendale Forge, Pennsylvania are Juniper Village at Lebanon, Manor At Market Square and Faithful Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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