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The cost of independent living in Elizabethtown is about $4,131 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 239 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Traditions of HersheyCommunity card badge
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
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99 reviews
9.6
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99 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
23%
3 star
2%
2 star
0%
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Very comfortable surroundings. Well maintained facility, clean and up to date. Very competent staff, friendly and genuinely interact with and care about each and every resident. Adequate leisure time...
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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Photo of Oak Hill Village
1010 Photos available
8.5
Review score
13 reviews
8.5
Review score
13 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
15%
3 star
8%
2 star
15%
1 star
15%
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My brother is the resident. So far, the staff has been very responsive to his needs. I've appreciated the individual attention they show him and regularly Check in with me
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.
Oak Hill Village is a senior living community located in Middletown, a small borough in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. You can find this sleepy little town next to the Susquehanna River. In town, you will find a variety of fine dining and casual restaurants to enjoy. Let yourself stroll through...
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Photo of Harmony at Hershey
1414 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
8.3
Review score
31 reviews
8.3
Review score
31 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
26%
3 star
19%
2 star
3%
1 star
16%
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My father seems to be happy there. The staff has been great at keeping me informed of any issues. Everyone is always friendly and helpful. His room is spacious, and I really like the fact that he has his...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Harmony at HersheyIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Hershey, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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5 star
97%
4 star
3%
3 star
0%
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My loved one is here at this community now and is doing well in the memory care unit. My loved one is very happy here. Everything that they do is highly rated and everything is going well. She has settled in...
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.
Photo of St John's Herr Estate
66 Photos available
3.0
Review score
14 reviews
3.0
Review score
14 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
36%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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Because "A Place for Mom" helped me find St. Johns Herr Estate I now live there. I love it. My cottage is wonderful.....I couldn't be happier. Independent living at its best. I hope I can remain...
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.
The art of living well is defined at St. John's. Offering the perfect blend of location, lifestyle, supportive services and access to healthcare, St. John's Herr Estate is an established community designed to meet your physical, spiritual and social aspirations. Here you decide how you want to...
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8.6
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15 reviews
8.6
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15 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
0%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
1 star
0%
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My father has been in many facilities over the past year, some where more intense care giving but still had living sections attached for when he was able to move . Country meadows was hands down the top...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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, 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.
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Cost of independent living in Elizabethtown, PA

The average cost of senior living in Elizabethtown is $4,131 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hallam, PA with an average of $3,942 per month.

Independent living costs in Elizabethtown, PA, vs. nearby cities

Elizabethtown, PA
$4,131/mo
$4,135/mo

Independent living costs in Elizabethtown, PA, vs. state and national averages

Elizabethtown, PA
$4,131/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Elizabethtown, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,860/mo
Independent Living
$4,131/mo

Independent living costs in Elizabethtown, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,900/mo
Studio
$4,627/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,302/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,964/mo

Senior living costs in Elizabethtown 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: Elizabethtown, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElizabethtown, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,131/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,987/mo$4,440/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,860/mo$5,443/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Elizabethtown, PA:$4,131/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Elizabethtown, PA:$4,987/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Elizabethtown, PA:$5,860/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Elizabethtown, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elizabethtown 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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Independent living cost trends in Elizabethtown, PA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elizabethtown 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Elizabethtown, PA$4,028/mo$3,186/mo+26.4%
Pennsylvania$3,292/mo$3,119/mo+5.5%
National$3,191/mo$3,044/mo+4.8%
Elizabethtown, PA
2024 average cost:$4,028/mo
2023 average cost:$3,186/mo
Percent change:+26.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,292/mo
2023 average cost:$3,119/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,191/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Elizabethtown

Recent reviews for independent living in Elizabethtown

The Terraces at Capitol Village in Harrisburg, PA

5.0
I lived in another community, then needed some rehab. I had a terrible experience where I was before. So coming here I was scared. It has been the very best thing that has ever happened. I am respected and cared for very well. Just wonderful!

The Woods At Cedar Run in Camp Hill, PA

4.0
The Woods at Cedar Run is a very nice place. The staff are so knowledgeable and friendly and they genuinely care about the residents. They all know me by name. In the dining room they keep track on whether you are there or not. If you do not show up, they will call and check on you. They have on ...
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Masonic Village at Elizabethtown

5.0
Masonic Village is an avery beautiful place to live. It has numerous and varied activities. The effort that they made to keep us safe during the Covid -19 pandemic was beyond what most of us expected. They go to extremes to keep us safe and comfortable.

Elizabethtown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elizabethtown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elizabethtown, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elizabethtown independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elizabethtown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elizabethtown, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elizabethtown independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elizabethtown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elizabethtown, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elizabethtown independent 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 independent living communities in Elizabethtown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elizabethtown, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Hershey, Oak Hill Village and Harmony at Hershey are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania are Senior Commons at Powder Mill, Traditions of Hershey and Keystone Villa at Ephrata. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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