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Assisted living costs in Penn Wood average about $3,913 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 83 communities in Penn Wood. Our detailed directory has 444 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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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, 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.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Providence Place has multiple levels of care which is why we went with them. Our loved one is able to be here as his care increases. They also told us if needed, they would be able to get a lift which was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
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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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after losing my wife to dementia , i was looking to scale down, fortunately in my search i found Creekside Village i couldn't be more happy with my selection . They have been extremely helpful and available...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Robinwood is a tranquil, relaxing assisted living community located in Hagerstown, Maryland, within minutes of most of the area's entertainment and shopping. As an assisted living community, we strive to provide our residents with customized care to meet their needs. Our community offers spacious...
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The experience we have had with The Leland of Laurel Run has been very positive. I certainly recommend them. They did a really good job working with my sister to get her acclimated to the new place and...
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.
The Leland of Laurel Run strives to give our residents all the care, security and comforts of home. Newly renovated and opened in December, 2012, our unique setting downtown Waynesboro offers a step back in history. Once the Leland Hotel, the building has been purchased and re-purposed into a...
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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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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Penn Wood, PA

The average cost of senior living in Penn Wood is $3,913 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saltillo, PA with an average of $2,370 per month.

Assisted living costs in Penn Wood, PA, vs. nearby cities

Penn Wood, PA
$3,913/mo
$4,017/mo

Assisted living costs in Penn Wood, PA, vs. state and national averages

Penn Wood, PA
$3,913/mo
U.S. national average
$4,780/mo

Assisted living costs in Penn Wood, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,913/mo
$4,551/mo

Assisted living costs in Penn Wood, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,201/mo
Studio
$5,210/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,686/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,112/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,495/mo

Senior living costs in Penn Wood vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Penn Wood, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typePenn Wood, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,913/mo$4,441/mo$4,780/mo
Memory Care$4,551/mo$5,441/mo$5,537/mo
Independent Living$2,928/mo$4,353/mo$4,187/mo
Assisted Living
Penn Wood, PA:$3,913/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Memory Care
Penn Wood, PA:$4,551/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,441/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Independent Living
Penn Wood, PA:$2,928/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
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Assisted living costs in Penn Wood, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Penn Wood 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Penn Wood, PA$4,418/mo$3,260/mo+35.5%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Penn Wood, PA
2024 average cost:$4,418/mo
2023 average cost:$3,260/mo
Percent change:+35.5%
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 Penn Wood, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Penn Wood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Penn Wood

The Atrium, A Choice Community in Johnstown, PA

3.6
Activities only happen in the morning. I am not a morning person. We have never had an activity off location. There has never been a therapy animal visit even though I have begged for it. I can't regulate the temperature in my room. Today the heat coming out of my wall heater was 140 degrees and ...
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Seaton Hagerstown

4.8
I've only been to Seaton Hagerstown a couple times, but my brother seems to like it there. Everybody there, including the residents, seems friendly. My brother is very friendly and has talked to just about everyone he sees. He says some people respond and some don't. Some people don't want to ...
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The Leland of Laurel Run in Waynesboro, PA

5.0
We were welcomed from the very get go and the staff are lovely. The place is very pretty, clean and happy My Mom is adjusting really well and she wishes she had done this sooner

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and care displayed by the staff at the communities. At Brookdale Hagerstown, the staff go above and beyond to help residents, ensuring they are happy and well-catered to. At Harmony at Martinsburg, the staff's friendly demeanor and attentiveness create a ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Residents at various communities praise the delicious and nutritious meals provided. According to Siemon's Heritage Personal Care Home, the food at their community is excellent, and the chef accommodates dietary restrictions. At Colonial Courtyard At Bedford, residents enjoy the choice of me ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Activities offer an essential part of daily life for many residents, and several reviews highlight the wide range and variety of activities available. At Colonial Courtyard At Bedford, residents participate in a variety of activities, keeping them active and engaged. Magnolias of Chambersburg ...
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Individualized care and attention. Individualized care is crucial for many residents, and several communities deliver personalized attention. At Brookdale Hagerstown, the staff cater to each resident's unique needs, making them feel cared for and appreciated. At Colonial Courtyard Tyrone, the community is praised for its atte ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews often mention the importance of clean, well-maintained facilities. At Seaton Sharpsburg Pike, the community is described as clean and well-decorated, while Celebration Villa of Martinsburg highlights the beautiful grounds and well-maintained common areas. Residents at Harmony at Mar ...
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Consistent communication between families and staff. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is essential for peace of mind and understanding of care. At Colonial Courtyard At Bedford, staff is praised for their openness and willingness to answer questions and concerns. At Brookdale Hagerstown, communication between the c ...
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Penn Wood review score based on 152 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 152 reviews of 70 Penn Wood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Penn Wood 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

Penn Wood review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Penn Wood 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 152 reviews of 70 Penn Wood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Penn Wood 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.
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Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Penn Wood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penn Wood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penn Wood, 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 Penn Wood 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 Penn Wood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Penn Wood, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Penn Wood 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 Penn Wood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Penn Wood, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Penn Wood 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 Penn Wood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penn Wood, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Penn Wood 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 Penn Wood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penn Wood, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
17.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penn Wood 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 Penn Wood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penn Wood, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
18.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Penn Wood

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 Penn Wood protect seniors.
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Magnolias of Chambersburg, Richland Woods Assisted Living and Colonial Courtyard At Bedford are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Penn Wood, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 83 assisted living facilities near Penn Wood, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Penn Wood, Pennsylvania are Magnolias of Chambersburg and Richland Woods Assisted Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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