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Assisted living costs in Shanks Mill average about $5,107 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 196 communities in Shanks Mill. Our detailed directory has 4588 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Gettysburg, Hagerstown and Frederick.

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.
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.
Our assisted-living facility is guided by this philosophy: We are here to help you take care of yourself. Personal-care aides are present around the clock to provide comfort -- whether to arrange activities, help with laundry, serve meals, obtain medical services, remind you to take medications,...
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It's been an adjustment, she's cute, she likes it and she likes the people but she said they make you feel a little "o-l-d." She has been participating in the activities, she likes it there, they're great....
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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.
Welcome to Meadow Glen of Leesburg! Meadow Glen is Loudoun County's premiere assisted living community. It offers an intimate home-like setting centered around a beautiful 150-year old farmhouse. Meadow Glen accommodates just 40 residents in 37 suites. With one-story construction, residents...
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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...
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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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
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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.
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.
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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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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.
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, 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.
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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Upon retirement, we looked at various long-term care facilities within our community. The location and the updated facilities at Falcons Landing are impressive. The food and service are excellent. We were...
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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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.
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.
Helping Families. Enriching Lives. It’s more than just our duty, it defines who we are. At NewSeasons, everything we do revolves around our residents and their families. Our residents tell us at NewSeasons they get the best of both worlds – the comforts of home and the life-enriching...
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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...
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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...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Caritas House Assisted Living is part of the Jenkins Senior Living Community, a long-standing senior community set on a scenic hill overlooking Baltimore. It is a 60-unit studio apartment community located just off the freeway, next to a hospital.The mental, physical and spiritual well being of...
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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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Shanks Mill, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shanks Mill is $5,107 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include York, PA with an average of $4,728 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shanks Mill, PA, vs. state and national averages

Shanks Mill, PA
$5,107/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Shanks Mill, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,375/mo
Studio
$4,713/mo

Senior living costs in Shanks Mill 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: Shanks Mill, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShanks Mill, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,107/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Shanks Mill, PA:$5,107/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Shanks Mill, PA:unavailable
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Shanks Mill, PA:unavailable
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shanks Mill, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Shanks Mill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shanks Mill

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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Morningside House of Leesburg

4.6
A great place for most elderly with a fabulous staff that really cares about the people. The food is excellent and they have great activities. Would recommend for your loved one, if they are high-functioning.

Brightview Rolling Hills in Catonsville, MD

5.0
I think they do a great job at Brightview Rolling Hills! It's a beautiful community, and I think they really try to enrich the lives of their residents and help them live life to the fullest! My loved one is in their memory care wing, and they really work hard to identify what works best for a ...
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Shanks Mill review score based on 893 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 893 reviews of 196 Shanks Mill assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shanks Mill 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

Shanks Mill review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Shanks Mill, PA196 facilities
8.7
Hampden, PA164 facilities
8.7
Chambersburg, PA101 facilities

Review subcategories for Shanks Mill 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 893 reviews of 196 Shanks Mill assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shanks Mill 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.
Shanks Mill, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.4
Friendliness
3.2
3.5
Care services
2.8
3.2
Staff
3.0
3.4
Meals & dining
2.8
3.1
Activities
2.9
3.1
Value for cost*
2.8
3.1
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Shanks Mill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shanks Mill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shanks Mill, 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 Shanks Mill 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 Shanks Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shanks Mill, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.2%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.1%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.8%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shanks Mill 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 Shanks Mill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shanks Mill, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.3%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.6%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shanks Mill 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 Shanks Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shanks Mill, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
49.5%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.4%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.1%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Shanks Mill 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 Shanks Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shanks Mill, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.4%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shanks Mill 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 Shanks Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shanks Mill, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.3%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.9%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.9%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
57.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
33.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.6%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shanks Mill

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 Shanks Mill protect seniors.
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The Residence at Fitz Farm, Magnolias of Chambersburg and Brookdale Potomac are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shanks Mill, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 196 assisted living facilities near Shanks Mill, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shanks Mill, Pennsylvania are Sunrise of Montgomery Village, HeartLands Senior Living at Ellicott City and Bedford Court, a CCRC. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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