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Assisted living costs in Elwyn Terrace average about $5,540 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 229 communities in Elwyn Terrace. Our detailed directory has 5125 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as York, Lititz and Lebanon.

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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I am so thrilled that my father is at Forest Hill Heights! The staff are caring, dedicated, experienced, and knowledgeable. Everything about the facility is lovely - it's well-appointed and clean, and the...
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.
Forest Hill Heights, LLC, is an assisted living residence in Forest Hill, Maryland. Now under new management, Forest Hill Heights (formerly known as Rock Spring Village) offers 24/7 on-site nursing care, fine dining, and personalized care plans for our residents. Caring has been our privilege for...
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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.
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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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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 Brereton Manor
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 Long Community At Highland
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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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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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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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Photo of Albright LIFE
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 Willow Valley Manor North
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 Red Rose Manor
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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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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.
Photo of Cherry Street Guest Home
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 Arborgate Limited
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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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My sister is doing very well at Ephrata Manor. They have worked miracles with my sister. Occupational therapy, physical therapy, church, they supply all room supplies. Real food. Snacks, beverages throughout...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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.
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.
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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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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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 Meadow Ridge at Willow Valley
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 Elwyn Terrace, PA

The average cost of senior living in Elwyn Terrace is $5,540 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include York, PA with an average of $4,728 per month.

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

Elwyn Terrace, PA
$5,540/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Elwyn Terrace, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,540/mo
$7,597/mo

Assisted living costs in Elwyn Terrace, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,416/mo
Studio
$4,803/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,362/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,192/mo

Senior living costs in Elwyn Terrace 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: Elwyn Terrace, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElwyn Terrace, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,540/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,597/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,273/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Elwyn Terrace, PA:$5,540/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Elwyn Terrace, PA:$7,597/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Elwyn Terrace, PA:$3,273/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Elwyn Terrace, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Elwyn Terrace 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
Elwyn Terrace, PA$5,558/mo$5,177/mo+7.4%
Pennsylvania$5,351/mo$5,208/mo+2.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Elwyn Terrace, PA
2024 average cost:$5,558/mo
2023 average cost:$5,177/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
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 Elwyn Terrace, 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 Elwyn Terrace.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elwyn Terrace

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elwyn Terrace

Simpson Meadows in Downingtown, PA

3.9
I can't recommend the community due to the way we exited the community. We had multiple attempts to reconcile a balance due and it was never resolved and we never heard back on a resolution to this.

The Residences at Manatawny Village in Pottstown, PA

5.0
They did a good job catering to his food preferences, the staff was super friendly and super with him, care was outstanding. We would most definitely recommend this community to other families.

Brightview Avondell in Bel Air, MD

5.0
My mother has been there just about a month now, and they're excellent. The personalized attention my mother gets makes her feel like she's on a cruise ship that hasn't left the dock. Every single member of the staff is exceptional. Avondell has 25 assisted living beds and I think about ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across multiple communities, such as Oak Leaf Manor North, Legend of Lititz, and Keystone Villa at Ephrata. Residents and their families appreciate the personal connections formed with caregivers.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently highlight clean and well-kept facilities at communities like Legend of Lancaster, Traditions of Hershey, and Keystone Villa at Ephrata. Residents express satisfaction with the upkeep of their living spaces and common areas.
Varied activities and social opportunities. Communities such as Traditions of Hershey, Legend of Lititz, and Juniper Village at Mount Joy offer residents a range of activities, including crafts, outings, and social events, to help keep them engaged and active.
Accessible health care and medical support. Several reviews praise the availability and responsiveness of health care services at communities like Oak Leaf Manor North, Legend of Lancaster, and Traditions of Hershey, making residents and their families feel secure in knowing help is readily available.
Comfortable living arrangements. Residents of communities like Traditions of Hershey, Juniper Village at Mount Joy, and Keystone Villa at Ephrata appreciate the comfort and convenience of their living quarters, with accommodating room sizes and amenities.
Personalized care and attentiveness. Reviews consistently report individualized care and attention from staff members at communities like Legend of Lancaster, Traditions of Hershey, and Keystone Villa at Ephrata, ensuring the unique needs and preferences of each resident are met.
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Elwyn Terrace review score based on 1,161 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 1161 reviews of 229 Elwyn Terrace assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elwyn Terrace 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

Elwyn Terrace review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Elwyn Terrace, PA229 facilities
8.7
Lebanon, PA212 facilities
8.5
York, PA221 facilities

Review subcategories for Elwyn Terrace 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 1,161 reviews of 229 Elwyn Terrace assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elwyn Terrace 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.
Elwyn Terrace, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.3
3.4
Meals & dining
3.1
3.1
Activities
3.1
3.1
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
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Elwyn Terrace assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elwyn Terrace assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elwyn Terrace, 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 Elwyn Terrace 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 Elwyn Terrace that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elwyn Terrace, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.1%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.6%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.1%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.6%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Elwyn Terrace 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 Elwyn Terrace Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elwyn Terrace, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
49.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.4%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.5%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elwyn Terrace 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 Elwyn Terrace partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elwyn Terrace, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.2%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.6%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Elwyn Terrace 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 Elwyn Terrace communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elwyn Terrace, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.2%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elwyn Terrace 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 Elwyn Terrace offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elwyn Terrace, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.3%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.2%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.8%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.1%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.5%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
47.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
31.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elwyn Terrace

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 Elwyn Terrace protect seniors.
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