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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shirksville, PA

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Assisted living costs in Shirksville average about $4,702 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 24 communities in Shirksville. Our detailed directory has 124 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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Shirksville Assisted Living Facilities | 124 Reviews

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I moved here a year ago from Florida and was very nervous, but everyone here was so caring and I felt at ease. It never felt like I was in a facility, it felt like home and the staff felt like family. You...
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.
Palmyra Senior Living is small intimate personal care home specializing in Memory Care and Personal Care, offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located in the charming town of Palmyra, PA in a tranquil luxurious setting and...
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66 Floor plans available
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Overall we have been very pleased. Traditions of Hershey has been a great fit for my Nana. They have been open about my nana's needs and helped my family and I to get the additional care she needed and has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Independent living means living without the responsibilities that come with being a homeowner. Choose from one of the beautifully appointed studio, one and two-bedroom apartments, each with their own kitchen and private bath. Enjoy a host of services and programs that encourage you to live...
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44 Floor plans available
9.5
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38 reviews
9.5
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Juniper Village at Lebanon is a senior living community located in Lebanon, PA offering both personal care and independent living. Lebanon is home to just over 24,500 people, and is a beautiful small city in Lebanon County with a railroad and Central Square. Residents can enjoy quiet walks,...
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9.1
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9.1
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I need to share that this facility was just on a list with a place for mom and nobody recommended it for my mom's specific needs. Another facility told me Linden Village was a great option for dementia...
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.
General Overview: At Linden Village our residents have Choice, Purpose and Independence. Choices they make, Purposes they have and Independence they continue to enjoy. Our Continuum of Care offers a wide range of services on one Campus. Resident Programming is everyday with many different...
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8.2
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3 star
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We’ve been involved with Celebration Villa for around two months now and we are pleased. Great staff, lots of activities to participate in, good food, good care and beautiful facility. Glad we chose them.
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.
Welcome to Celebration Villa of Lebanon, located in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, offering exceptional personal care options for seniors.Celebration Villa of Lebanon is an intimate, senior living community designed to provide optimal comfort, care and privacy. Some features include:-Private personal...
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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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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.
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, 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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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
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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Shirksville, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shirksville is $4,702 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Minersville, PA with an average of $3,079 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shirksville, PA vs. nearby cities

Shirksville, PA
$4,702/mo
$4,863/mo
$4,650/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shirksville, PA vs. the state and national average

Shirksville, PA
$4,702/mo
U.S. national average
$4,801/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shirksville vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,702/mo
$5,554/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shirksville, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,805/mo
Studio
$5,332/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,405/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,485/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Shirksville over time

Shirksville, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shirksville, 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 Shirksville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shirksville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shirksville

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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Country Meadows Of Wyomissing I

5.0
Well I could write a book, but will keep it short as to not run out of space. My mother in law was in Country Meadows several years ago. I loved it then, and I love it now! After my dad passed we moved my mother, who is 92, from her home in Lancaster into the personal care unit in ...
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The Highlands At Wyomissing a CCRC

4.4
Overall at least a four. I'd give them a five for cleanliness. They've just done an extensive remodel. I couldn't say much more, I just moved in a couple of weeks ago. I've been in pool exercises twice a week, which is what I was looking for. They have a very good system for taking us ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Several reviews at Linden Village A ProMedica Senior Living Community, Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra, and Traditions of Hershey praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff, with residents and families expressing their gratitude for the emotional support and care provided.
Engaging activities and social events. Reviews at Juniper Village at Lebanon, Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra, and Traditions of Hershey highlight the variety of activities and fun social events that residents enjoy, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere.
Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Many reviews for Juniper Village at Lebanon, Linden Village A ProMedica Senior Living Community, and Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities and grounds, creating a pleasant living environment for residents.
Supportive communication between staff and families. Reviews at Linden Village A ProMedica Senior Living Community, Juniper Village at Lebanon, and Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra express appreciation for the open and regular communication between staff and families, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in residents' care.
Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Reviews at Traditions of Hershey, Linden Village A ProMedica Senior Living Community, and Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at these communities, making residents and families feel at home.
Effective response to urgent situations. Reviews at Traditions of Hershey and Celebration Villa of Lebanon share positive experiences of staff handling urgent situations, demonstrating their competence and dedication to residents' well-being.
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Shirksville review score based on 25 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 15 Shirksville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shirksville 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

Shirksville review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Shirksville, PA15 facilities
9.2
Jonestown, PA24 facilities
9.2
Lebanon, PA17 facilities

Review subcategories for Shirksville 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 25 reviews of 15 Shirksville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shirksville 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.
Shirksville, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Shirksville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirksville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirksville, 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 Shirksville 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 Shirksville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shirksville, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.7%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shirksville 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 Shirksville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirksville, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
6.7%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
6.7%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
6.7%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirksville 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 Shirksville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirksville, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.7%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirksville 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 Shirksville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirksville, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
13.3%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirksville 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 Shirksville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirksville, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.3%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shirksville

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 Shirksville protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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Keystone Villa at Ephrata, Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra and Traditions of Hershey are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shirksville, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 24 assisted living facilities near Shirksville, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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