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Assisted living costs in Shepherdstown average about $6,037 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 156 communities in Shepherdstown. Our detailed directory has 2548 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as York, Mechanicsburg and Harrisburg.

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
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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.
Photo of Strasburg Haus Apartments
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.
Photo of Shrewsbury Lutheran Retirement
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Photo of Brookline Retirement Village
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.
Photo of Spiritrust Lutheran The Village At Luther Ridge
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.
Photo of Woodcrest Villa
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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Deb, the administrator for "The Manor" as we lovingly call it, told me on my first visit that the staff treats the facility as their home and the residents as their family...and I have found this to be so...
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.
Michaux Manor is a senior living community located in Fayetteville, PA, which is in Franklin County and home to just over 3,000 people. Residents will enjoy this quiet area and enjoy the scenic atmosphere with its park-like settings and mountainous views, small schools and area shops where they...
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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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Photo of Village Vista Skilled Nursing
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, 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.
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.
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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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
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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.
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, 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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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.
Photo of Willow Valley Manor North
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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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.
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.
Photo of Red Rose Manor
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
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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 Shepherdstown, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shepherdstown is $6,037 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dillsburg, PA with an average of $4,728 per month.

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

Shepherdstown, PA
$6,037/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Shepherdstown, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,037/mo
$7,634/mo

Assisted living costs in Shepherdstown, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,452/mo
Studio
$4,878/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,901/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,309/mo

Senior living costs in Shepherdstown 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: Shepherdstown, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShepherdstown, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$6,037/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,634/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,178/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Shepherdstown, PA:$6,037/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Shepherdstown, PA:$7,634/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Shepherdstown, PA:$3,178/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shepherdstown, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shepherdstown 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.

Shepherdstown, PAPA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Shepherdstown, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shepherdstown 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 average 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
Shepherdstown, PA$5,458/mo$5,258/mo+3.8%
Pennsylvania$5,351/mo$5,208/mo+2.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Shepherdstown, PA
2024 average cost:$5,458/mo
2023 average cost:$5,258/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,351/mo
2023 average cost:$5,208/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shepherdstown, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Shepherdstown.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shepherdstown

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shepherdstown

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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St John's Herr Estate in Columbia, PA

5.0
I am happy with the care of this community. We like that it is very nice and clean. The staff is very caring and attentive. They like that they can cook on there own. They offer meals to the community if the residents want to participate. They do have a lot of activities when they 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

Delicious and varied dining options. Many reviews mention the high-quality meals served at various communities, with residents expressing appreciation for the accommodating chefs who cater to individual dietary needs and preferences. For instance, at Brookdale Grandon Farms, my mom enjoys the interchangeable menu that offers a ra ...
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Dedicated and professional staff. Several reviews highlight the compassionate and attentive nature of the staff at different communities, with residents expressing gratitude for the personal relationships that have developed between themselves and the caregivers. At The Terraces at Capitol Village, the staff's genuine care for ...
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Engaging and diverse activity offerings. Residents appreciate the wide range of activities provided by communities, including social events, excursions, and hobbies. At Bridges of Bent Creek, my loved one enjoys the musical performances and exercise programs, which keep them mentally and physically active.
Impeccably maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the various communities, with residents expressing satisfaction with the cleanliness of their private rooms and public spaces. For example, at Harmony at West Shore, the modern and well-maintained facility provides a welcoming environme ...
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Personalized care plans. Reviews mention the thoughtful and individualized care plans implemented by communities to ensure each resident's unique needs are met. At Celebration Villa of Dillsburg, my loved one's care plan was tailored to their specific requirements, resulting in improved well-being and overall satisfac ...
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Access to on-site health care services. Residents value the convenience of having health care services readily available within their community. At Bridges of Bent Creek, my great grandfather received prompt attention from the on-site medical team, ensuring his well-being and peace of mind for both him and his family.
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Shepherdstown review score based on 661 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 661 reviews of 156 Shepherdstown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shepherdstown 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

Shepherdstown review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Shepherdstown, PA156 facilities
8.6
Wheatfield, PA154 facilities
8.5
Gettysburg, PA192 facilities

Review subcategories for Shepherdstown 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 661 reviews of 156 Shepherdstown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shepherdstown 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.
Shepherdstown, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
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Shepherdstown assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shepherdstown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shepherdstown, 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 Shepherdstown 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 Shepherdstown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shepherdstown, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.7%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.7%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.7%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.1%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shepherdstown 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 Shepherdstown Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shepherdstown, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.4%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shepherdstown 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 Shepherdstown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shepherdstown, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.5%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
26.3%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Shepherdstown 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 Shepherdstown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shepherdstown, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.5%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shepherdstown 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 Shepherdstown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shepherdstown, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.9%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.8%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
34%
48%
Dances
Dances
19.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.7%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shepherdstown

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 Shepherdstown protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Vibralife Senior Living, Juniper Village at Lebanon and The Residence at Fitz Farm are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shepherdstown, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 156 assisted living facilities near Shepherdstown, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shepherdstown, Pennsylvania are Juniper Village at Lebanon and Faithful Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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