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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Penns Creek, PA
Assisted living costs in Penns Creek average about $4,832 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 166 communities in Penns Creek. Our detailed directory has 894 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.
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Penns Creek, PA
The average cost of senior living in Penns Creek is $4,832 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Loganton, PA with an average of $3,925 per month.
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Penns Creek, PA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Penns Creek, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Penns Creek
Recent reviews for assisted living in Penns Creek
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.
Brookdale Grandon Farms in Mechanicsburg, PA
4.3
Definitely an interesting task balancing my interactions vs my Dad's and the fact that they were in the beginning of a management restructuring when he arrived. It has gotten better in many ways.
The number of people who show they really care and know my parents is something special.
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Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kind and compassionate nature of the staff at various communities. Families express appreciation for the long-term friendships that residents and their loved ones have developed with caregivers, like at Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, Brookdale Bloomsburg, and The ...
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Variety of activities for engagement. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at several communities. For instance, at Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, Brookdale Grayson View, and Traditions of Hershey, staff organize events and outings to keep residents engaged and active.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority in different communities, with some commenting on the upkeep, whether it's for the residents' rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. For example, at Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra, Bridges of Bent Creek, and Fulmer's Personal Ca ...
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Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Frequent, detailed conversations between community staff members and residents' families help ensure that everyone is informed and care needs are being met. At Harmony at West Shore, Harmony at Hershey, and Brookdale Grandon Farms, families mention the clear and effective communication the ...
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Delicious meals and enjoyable dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Traditions of Hershey, Brookdale Harrisburg, and Bridges of Bent Creek, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes an e ...
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Supportive and respectful care for seniors. Reviews often highlight the empathetic treatment of seniors by staff, ensuring they feel respected and cared for. At Heritage Mill Personal Care and Memory Care Residence, Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley, and Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, families share experiences of the staff's d ...
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Penns Creek review score based on 276 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 276 reviews of 134 Penns Creek assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Penns Creek 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 Penns Creek 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 276 reviews of 134 Penns Creek assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Penns Creek 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.Penns Creek, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Penns Creek assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penns Creek assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penns Creek, 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 Penns Creek 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 Penns Creek that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Penns Creek, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
32.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.9%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Penns Creek 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 Penns Creek Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Penns Creek, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25.4%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.5%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Penns Creek 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 Penns Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penns Creek, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
17.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.9%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.2%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Penns Creek 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 Penns Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penns Creek, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.9%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
20.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penns Creek 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 Penns Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penns Creek, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.4%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.4%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.4%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.6%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.6%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
26.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
19.4%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.9%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Penns Creek
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 Penns Creek protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra, Traditions of Hershey and The Terraces at Capitol Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Penns Creek, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 166 assisted living facilities near Penns Creek, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Penns Creek, Pennsylvania are Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra, Traditions of Hershey and The Terraces at Capitol Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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