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Assisted living costs in Lower Allen average about $4,981 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 29 communities in Lower Allen. Our detailed directory has 602 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 The Woods At Cedar Run
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8.5
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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 care facility located in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. We offer three different care options including independent living, personal care and memory care. Though each option is different they all offer an exceptional amount of individualized care and service. Our...
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8.0
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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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What we like the most about Bridges of Bent Creek is the environment is so calming and relaxing. The staff is very in touch with the residents needs. Clean , no bad odors. Friendly, informative and caring. I...
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 Bridges at Bent Creek Senior Living is located off of Route 14 in Mechanicsburg. Our community offers a relaxing and peaceful setting. With several outdoor areas, along with a walking trail, our residents have the opportunity to enjoy nature.Through our partnership with Fox rehabilitation we...
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9.4
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107 reviews
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107 reviews
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The staff was exceptionally attentive and caring, providing my mother with excellent care throughout her stay. The facility was always clean, and she had a very nice room where she was comfortable and well...
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.
Live Vibrantly. Live Viva.Our VisionWe are dedicated to the continuation of vibrant living in a safe and comfortable home-like setting.Living VivaAging is an inevitable part of life, but losing life's spark doesn't have to be. We strive to create an environment where our residents can...
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9.2
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54 reviews
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Caring staff. I know that the facility is in a rebuilding faze, and they seem to be making progress. I would recommend to 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.
Your home should bring out the best in you.If you want to redefine your independence, come see if our senior living community is the right fit for you. Located in the historic town of Harrisburg, we have both personal care home services and memory care all on one campus, so you’ll have the care...
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9.1
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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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8.9
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[name removed], a sales rep, went above and beyond getting my mom to Brookdale from the hospital. My mom has dementia and can be extremely combative! [name removed] picked her up from the hospital, kept...
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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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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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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1010 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
8.4
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63 reviews
8.4
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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 The Terraces at Capitol Village
11 Photo available
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8.4
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21 reviews
8.4
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We're very pleased with everything, and more importantly, my sister seems to be content. She even goes to morning exercise class. We're going to visit for the Easter Egg Hunt on April 4th. They will also...
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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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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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 Camp Hill Skilled Nursing and Rehab
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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It starts with the friendly staff and a clean facility. Country Meadows serves tasty food and provides several choices, A variety of activities and exercise programs are available each day, including...
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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After a long illness and a lengthy hospital stay I was advised that my wife should be placed in an assisted living facility. I found several that I thought were suitable and selected Country Meadows 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.
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I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
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 Susquehanna View Apartments
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, 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.
Our assisted-living facility is guided by this philosophy: We are here to help you take care of yourself. Personal-care aides are present around the clock to provide comfort -- whether to arrange activities, help with laundry, serve meals, obtain medical services, remind you to take medications,...
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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 Homeland Center
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...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Lower Allen, PA

The average cost of senior living in Lower Allen is $4,981 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Duncannon, PA with an average of $4,672 per month.

Assisted living costs in Lower Allen, PA, vs. nearby cities

Lower Allen, PA
$4,981/mo
$5,080/mo

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

Lower Allen, PA
$4,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,844/mo

Assisted living costs in Lower Allen, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,981/mo
$5,879/mo

Assisted living costs in Lower Allen, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,687/mo
Studio
$4,817/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,233/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,950/mo

Senior living costs in Lower Allen 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: Lower Allen, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLower Allen, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,981/mo$4,519/mo$4,844/mo
Memory Care$5,879/mo$5,528/mo$5,621/mo
Independent Living$4,300/mo$4,471/mo$4,251/mo
Assisted Living
Lower Allen, PA:$4,981/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,519/mo
U.S.:$4,844/mo
Memory Care
Lower Allen, PA:$5,879/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,528/mo
U.S.:$5,621/mo
Independent Living
Lower Allen, PA:$4,300/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,471/mo
U.S.:$4,251/mo
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Assisted living costs in Lower Allen, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lower Allen have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lower Allen, PA$5,260/mo$5,062/mo+3.9%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,131/mo+3.6%
National$5,379/mo$5,132/mo+4.8%
Lower Allen, PA
2024 average cost:$5,260/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,131/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,379/mo
2023 average cost:$5,132/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lower Allen, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Lower Allen

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lower Allen

Bethany Village in Mechanicsburg, PA

3.6
Staff is friendly and helpful. Communication with the family is good. The meals are not great. I would recommend the facility to others.

Columbia Cottage Hershey in Palmyra, PA

5.0
We are eternally grateful for the kind and professional care which my mother received for the past 3+ years while at Columbia Cottage Hershey. The care given here was of the highest quality and the programs and food were perfectly designed and delivered for the precise needs of the residents. ...
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Masonic Village at Elizabethtown

5.0
Our family had come to know Masonic Village in Elizabethtown, PA years ago. In October we came to love it even more as my mom moved in. It's only been 2 months and she's very comfortable in her new apartment. She's making new friends, being more involved in activities, and just enjoying the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews at Brookdale Grandon Farms, Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, and praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff, who go out of their way to make residents and their families feel welcomed and valued. They are always ready to listen to concerns and make necessary adjustm ...
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Wide range of activities and social events. Residents at communities like Celebration Villa of Dillsburg, Harmony at West Shore, and Bridges of Bent Creek enjoy the variety of activities offered, including arts and crafts, exercise classes, and social gatherings. These events encourage interaction and engagement among residents, cre ...
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Delicious and customizable meals. Meals are a highlight for many residents, with reviews at Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, Bridges of Bent Creek, and Brookdale Harrisburg noting the high quality and customization options available to cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Families appreciate the open and consistent communication from staff at Bethany Village, Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, and Harmony at West Shore, who provide regular updates on their loved ones' well-being and address any concerns promptly, ensuring peace of mind for all involved.
Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews at Legend at Silver Creek, The Woods At Cedar Run, and Bridges of Bent Creek highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, both inside and out, making for a comfortable and inviting living environment for residents.
Dedicated and experienced caregivers. At Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, Celebration Villa of Dillsburg, and Bridges of Bent Creek, families express gratitude for the compassionate and skilled care provided by the nursing staff and caregivers, who ensure their loved ones receive the highest level of care and support.
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Lower Allen review score based on 165 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 165 reviews of 25 Lower Allen assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lower Allen 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

Lower Allen review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Lower Allen 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 165 reviews of 25 Lower Allen assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lower Allen 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.
Lower Allen, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.8
Friendliness
3.9
3.9
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
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3.4
Activities
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3.4
Value for cost*
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3.5
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Lower Allen assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lower Allen assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lower Allen, 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 Lower Allen 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 Lower Allen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lower Allen, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.2%
52.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.6%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
57%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
30.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
52.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lower Allen 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 Lower Allen Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lower Allen, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.2%
51.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lower Allen 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 Lower Allen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lower Allen, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.9%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
41.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
37.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
36.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
18.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Lower Allen 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 Lower Allen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lower Allen, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.6%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lower Allen 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 Lower Allen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lower Allen, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.2%
30.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
49.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
49.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
38.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
24.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
46.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lower Allen

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