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The cost of independent living in Shanks Mill is about $4,427 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 37 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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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.
Located in Fayetteville, Pennsylvania. Our unique senior living community is nestled in the pristine and tranquil woodlands near the Michaux State Forest.Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road is perfect for the active senior adult who prefers nature and green space as their retirement...
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The nursing service at Brightview Westminster Ridge needs improving. Mom is diabetic and was not receiving her medication. So we had to put our foot down with the staff on this matter. We had several...
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.
Tucked handsomely into countryside, yet close to every metro-area convenience and historic downtown Westminster, Brightview Westminster Ridge brings all the right things together for vibrant, value-filled senior living. The only full-service, rental retirement community in Carroll County, the...
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My mom has been a resident at Country Meadows for 3 months. She came here following several hospitalizations and 2 stays in a rehab center. Her illness left her weak and no longer able to perform her own...
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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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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Providence Place has multiple levels of care which is why we went with them. Our loved one is able to be here as his care increases. They also told us if needed, they would be able to get a lift which was...
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.
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My mother is at Fahrney Keedy right now. She loves everything about the community even though we are in a pandemic. She has had wonderful experience with the staff members, and getting situated. The...
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.
Fahrney-Keedy Home and Village is nestled among the foothills of the picturesque Catoctin Mountains of Northern Washington County.  This 90 acre Maryland retirement community offers breathtaking vistas in all directions.  We are located just minutes from Interstates 70 or 81. As a...
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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 Shanks Mill, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shanks Mill is $4,427 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newville, PA with an average of $3,888 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shanks Mill, PA vs. nearby cities

Shanks Mill, PA
$4,427/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shanks Mill, PA vs. the state and national average

Shanks Mill, PA
$4,427/mo
U.S. national average
$4,065/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shanks Mill vs. other types of senior living

$5,327/mo
Independent Living
$4,427/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shanks Mill, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,950/mo
Studio
$5,925/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,550/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,575/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shanks Mill over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shanks Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Shanks Mill

Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road in Fayetteville, PA

3.7
Paramount senior living is a good value that is reasonably priced. This community has good value for the amount that they charge. They have activities like games, dominoes, bingo, crafts and hobbies, social hour, and recently resumed doing bus trips to different places around the community. ...
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Country Meadows of Frederick

5.0
Country Meadows in Frederick has been a life saver for our family. We had to transition my mom from an independent living facility in Virginia to an assisted living facility. We chose Country Meadows due to a number of things but right off the bat was the communication we received from [name ...
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Brightview Westminster Ridge

5.0
Our experience with Brightview Westminster Ridge has been a very positive one! The entire place just has a very friendly, welcoming atmosphere. The residents all seem to get along so well, nobody even closes their doors during the day! It's a clean, nice looking community, and they even do a ...
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Shanks Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shanks Mill independent 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 dietary accommodations in Shanks Mill 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 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
14.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shanks Mill 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 Shanks Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shanks Mill, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shanks Mill 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 Shanks Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shanks Mill, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
45.7%
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Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road, Country Meadows of Frederick and Brightview Westminster Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shanks Mill, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Shanks Mill, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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