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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Orchard Crest, PA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Orchard Crest, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Orchard Crest or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Orchard Crest.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Orchard Crest for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 27 assisted living facilities in the Orchard Crest area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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Cost of assisted living in Orchard Crest, PA
The average cost of senior living in Orchard Crest is $4,737 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Duncannon, PA with an average of $4,428 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Orchard Crest, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Orchard Crest
Recent reviews for assisted living in Orchard Crest
Harmony at West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA
4.1
The staff at Harmony at West Shore are extremely friendly and welcoming. The housekeeping is good (we had a little hiccup on move in day, but it got resolved). The move in process had a few bumps because of some staff who left, but was otherwise good. My parents feel that the food is excellent ...
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Butler Street Senior Living in Harrisburg, PA
3.9
The community has good staff; however I feel they are understaffed currently. There has been some staff turnover since my loved one moved into the community. Due to the staffing challenges this can cause delays in waiting for meals, care, and more. [name removed] the Director is wonderful; ...
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Vibralife Senior Living in Mechanicsburg, PA
4.5
This facility is poorly run, poorly staffed and neglects the residents who are designated in the rehab section of the facility. I would never endorse this facility for any person. Your loved one will be hurt and his/her needs will not be satisfactorily met.
Orchard Crest review score based on 81 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 81 reviews of 26 Orchard Crest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Orchard Crest 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
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Review subcategories for Orchard Crest 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 81 reviews of 26 Orchard Crest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Orchard Crest 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.Orchard Crest, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Orchard Crest assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orchard Crest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orchard Crest, 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 Orchard Crest 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 Orchard Crest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Orchard Crest, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.5%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.6%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.2%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.5%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.2%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Orchard Crest 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 Orchard Crest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Orchard Crest, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.3%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.6%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.3%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orchard Crest 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 Orchard Crest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Orchard Crest, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
34.6%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.6%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Orchard Crest 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 Orchard Crest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Orchard Crest, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orchard Crest 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 Orchard Crest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Orchard Crest, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.6%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.6%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
26.9%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Orchard Crest
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Orchard Crest protect seniors.
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