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Assisted living costs in Lower Swatara average about $6,037 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 177 communities in Lower Swatara. Our detailed directory has 3199 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as York, Mechanicsburg and Harrisburg.

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 Berkshire Commons
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This is an amazing place! My mom is so happy here! Beautiful facility. Clean and always decorated beautifully for each season. Friendly and caring staffing. You get a sense of family and caring from ALL...
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.
Berkshire Commons is an award winning senior living community, located in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, sits on the picturesque grounds of the Reading Country Club. Residents, friends and families alike call our luxurious community 'The Place to Be,' with its premiere location and...
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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
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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.
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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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
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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.
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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
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.
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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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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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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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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Madonna Heritage has been a wonderful assisted living facility that has met the needs of my parent. This was a hard decision and Madonna Heritage made the transition for my family as easy as could be. The...
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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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.
Sunny Crest Home, Inc. is an active senior living community located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania. We run a peaceful community on several acres of beautiful land that is only minutes from the kinds of accommodations and shopping that visiting family members will enjoy. Our community creates a...
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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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From a family members perspective, Comfort Care is a small, quiet, nice and comfortable place for anyone who is looking for that type of atmosphere in a rural farming type area. It is open 24/7 and is a...
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.
Comfort Care Inc. is a senior living community located in Fairfield, PA. Fairfield is located in Adams County and is home to just over 500 people. Fairfield is a small historic town with lots of open fields, ranches, farms, small shops and stores where residents can run errands, go out to...
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We toured this facility during the height of covid and they were very flexible and let us come look at the apartment my mother would move to before we made a decision. their marketing coordinator was...
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.
Lorien Taneytown has been a landmark in Carroll County for over a decade. In 2014, Lorien built a 52 bed assisted living looking to offer another level of care to seniors in the area. With a focus on quality care, socialization, and independence, our philosophy encourages our residents to age in...
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The nursing service at Brightview Westminster Ridge needs improving. Mom is diabetic and was not receiving her medication. So we had to put our foot down with the staff on this matter. We had several...
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.
Tucked handsomely into countryside, yet close to every metro-area convenience and historic downtown Westminster, Brightview Westminster Ridge brings all the right things together for vibrant, value-filled senior living. The only full-service, rental retirement community in Carroll County, the...
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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 staff here is wonderful and I really appreciate the was that they took care of my mom. The community is clean and the rehab has been going very well. The food is good and I really have not had any...
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.
Lakeview is part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) situated in one of the most appealing areas of the country, where you'll be continually inspired by the beauty of your surroundings. With our Honey Brook, Pennsylvania address and Chester County setting, the community is bordered...
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The place is small enough that the staff knows everyone and treats them like family. The rooms are huge and inviting. Home cooked meals always smell delicious. There aren't scheduled activities but that's ok...
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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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They provide a foot doctor, as well as a primary care doctor that is on call and visits the residents when needed. Some activities they have are bingo, arts and crafts, a person that comes in and provides...
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 Hart Heritage Assisted Living community is located in suburban Forest Hill, Maryland. Forest Hill is a land of four seasons with warm summers and snowy winters. The 2000 census placed our town's population at 14,951 people, and our land area is 29.89 square miles. At Hart Heritage Assisted...

Cost of assisted living in Lower Swatara, PA

The average cost of senior living in Lower Swatara is $6,037 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldsboro, PA with an average of $4,728 per month.

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

Lower Swatara, PA
$6,037/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lower Swatara 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
Lower Swatara, 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%
Lower Swatara, 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 Lower Swatara, 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 Lower Swatara.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lower Swatara

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lower Swatara

Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA

5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Nottingham Village in Northumberland, PA

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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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Convenient location and easy access. Families often choose senior living communities based on their proximity and accessibility. At Brookdale Harrisburg, for instance, the location was a major factor in making the move for some families, as it was 'very convenient' for them. Other communities, such as Advent Senior Living, are ...
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Attentive and helpful staff. Staff members' attentiveness and helpfulness are frequently mentioned in reviews. For example, at Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, staff members 'walk with families every step of the way' and are praised for their 'warm and caring' demeanor. At Harmony at Hershey, everyone that works there ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Communities with a wide range of activities catering to residents' interests are well-received. At Advent Senior Living, residents enjoy painting, games, crafts, exercise, and parties, while Palmyra Senior Living offers activities that keep residents 'busy during the day' and 'keep them engage ...
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Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Cleanliness and upkeep are significant concerns for families considering senior living communities. At Traditions of Hershey, the facilities and grounds are described as 'beautiful and clean', while Brookdale Harrisburg is commended for its 'well-kept' grounds. Proper maintenance is crucial ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Open and consistent communication between staff and families is essential for ensuring residents receive adequate care. At Advent Senior Living, the staff are described as 'very friendly and helpful', and families feel that they are 'always in the loop'. Effective communication helps families ...
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Comfortable and homelike environment. A homelike environment is crucial for residents' emotional well-being. At Advent Senior Living, the facility feels 'just like home', and staff members are referred to as 'part of the family'. Creating a welcoming and warm atmosphere is vital for making the transition to senior living as smooth ...
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Lower Swatara review score based on 803 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 803 reviews of 177 Lower Swatara assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lower Swatara 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 Swatara review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
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Review subcategories for Lower Swatara 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 803 reviews of 177 Lower Swatara assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lower Swatara 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 Swatara, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
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
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Lower Swatara assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lower Swatara assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lower Swatara, 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 Swatara 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 Swatara that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lower Swatara, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.7%
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
45.8%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lower Swatara 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 Swatara Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lower Swatara, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.6%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.9%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lower Swatara 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 Swatara partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lower Swatara, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.2%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.3%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lower Swatara 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 Swatara communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lower Swatara, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lower Swatara 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 Swatara offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lower Swatara, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.6%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.1%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.1%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.4%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
48%
Dances
Dances
21.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.1%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.3%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lower Swatara

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Oak Hill Village, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and Juniper Village at Lebanon are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lower Swatara, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 177 assisted living facilities near Lower Swatara, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Lower Swatara, Pennsylvania are Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Juniper Village at Lebanon and Manor At Market Square. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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