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Assisted living costs in Mc Knightstown Station average about $5,054 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 178 communities in Mc Knightstown Station. Our detailed directory has 3178 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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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
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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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When my mother told me she wanted to relocate to the Towson area to be near me I knew it was time to look for just the right place. I toured both independent living and assisted living communities in the...
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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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.
Assisted Living Perfect for You!?At Aventura At The Park, we offer studios, one-bedrooms and shared common areas in a vibrant Assisted Living community. Our dedicated team is here to provide you with daily assistance so that you maintain your independence while receiving the very best...
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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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Mc Knightstown Station, PA

The average cost of senior living in Mc Knightstown Station is $5,054 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gettysburg, PA with an average of $4,172 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mc Knightstown Station, PA, vs. nearby cities

Mc Knightstown Station, PA
$5,054/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Knightstown Station, PA, vs. state and national averages

Mc Knightstown Station, PA
$5,054/mo
U.S. national average
$4,780/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Knightstown Station, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,054/mo
$4,756/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Knightstown Station, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,813/mo
Studio
$5,650/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,824/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,165/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,797/mo

Senior living costs in Mc Knightstown Station 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: Mc Knightstown Station, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMc Knightstown Station, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,054/mo$4,441/mo$4,780/mo
Memory Care$4,756/mo$5,441/mo$5,537/mo
Independent Living$3,872/mo$4,353/mo$4,187/mo
Assisted Living
Mc Knightstown Station, PA:$5,054/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Memory Care
Mc Knightstown Station, PA:$4,756/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,441/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Independent Living
Mc Knightstown Station, PA:$3,872/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
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Assisted living costs in Mc Knightstown Station, PA, over time

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

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

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mc Knightstown Station, PA$4,862/mo$4,568/mo+6.4%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Mc Knightstown Station, PA
2024 average cost:$4,862/mo
2023 average cost:$4,568/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mc Knightstown Station, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Mc Knightstown Station

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mc Knightstown Station

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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Victorian Villa in Dallastown, PA

4.9
Mom seems to really like it here and I'am pleased with everything they have done for us. She has adjusted well to the community. The community is well-kept, there has been minor concerns about cleaning. The staff is great, they are caring for her very well. They have great activities like ...
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New Life Healthy Living in Windsor Mill, MD

4.0
I've heard mostly good things from my loved ones. The staff have been very personable and attentive, and my grandmother says she likes it here.

Mc Knightstown Station review score based on 775 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 775 reviews of 158 Mc Knightstown Station assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mc Knightstown Station 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

Mc Knightstown Station review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Mc Knightstown Station, PA158 facilities
8.2
Arendtsville, PA9 facilities
8.6
Gettysburg, PA13 facilities

Review subcategories for Mc Knightstown Station 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 775 reviews of 158 Mc Knightstown Station assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mc Knightstown Station 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.
Mc Knightstown Station, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Mc Knightstown Station assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Knightstown Station assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Knightstown Station, 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 Mc Knightstown Station 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 Mc Knightstown Station that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mc Knightstown Station, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.6%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Knightstown Station 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 Mc Knightstown Station Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mc Knightstown Station, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.1%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Knightstown Station 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 Mc Knightstown Station partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mc Knightstown Station, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
41.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Knightstown Station 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 Mc Knightstown Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Knightstown Station, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
36.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Knightstown Station 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 Mc Knightstown Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mc Knightstown Station, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
47.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25.9%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mc Knightstown Station

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 Mc Knightstown Station protect seniors.
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Magnolias of Chambersburg, Bridges of Bent Creek and Senior Commons at Powder Mill are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mc Knightstown Station, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 178 assisted living facilities near Mc Knightstown Station, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Mc Knightstown Station, Pennsylvania are Magnolias of Chambersburg, Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Traditions of Hershey. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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