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10 Best Nursing Homes in Anchor, PA

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Anchor is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 16 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Anchor, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Anchor is about $5,140, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 305 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Anchor, PA

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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
9.6
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90 reviews
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90 reviews
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Staff is very good but just hard to find or reach at times. Facility is clean. Her biweekly room cleaning could be more thorough. It is cafeteria style food which we knew going in. But the selection and...
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
9.2
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64 reviews
9.2
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64 reviews
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Most are very helpful, although somethings are said in a way that can be misleading. I'm kept basically well informed of any changes. The move went very well and she adjusted to fitting in realistically...
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.
Juniper Village at Mount Joy provides the keys to unlocking a great lifestyle for senior living! At Juniper Village we believe that maintaining and promoting an active body, an engaged mind, and a fulfilled spirit are keys to healthy aging. Whether you cherish quiet activities or spirited social...
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47 reviews
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47 reviews
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Overall, the staff is friendly and the community is clean. It's a no-frills community compared to some, but for a resident in memory care who won't utilize the movie theater or sports bar that others offer,...
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.
Located in historic Maytown Pennsylvania, minutes from Lancaster, York, Elizabehtown, and Hershey, Paramount Senior Living at Lancaster County is surrounded by the scenic farmlands that make Lancaster County so special. Paramount Senior Living offers much more than a place to live, we offer a...
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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.
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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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6.1
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5's across the board!! Professional administrative staff has been there for us every step of the way. Very hands-on team that cares for the residences and they have taken the time to get to know my dad....
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.
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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My 98-year-old mother passed away peacefully at Country Meadows 2 days ago. From the moment we first met the staff throughout the past 2-plus years mom was treated with the kind of love and care that made...
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 mom just recently passed away and the care that was given to her at Columbia Cottage in Hershey was such a blessing. They didn’t just take care of her physical needs but they truly cared about her and...
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
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
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, 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.

Cost of nursing homes in Anchor, PA

The average cost of senior living in Anchor is $5,140 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lititz, PA with an average of $4,695 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Anchor, PA vs. nearby cities

Anchor, PA
$5,140/mo
$5,060/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Anchor, PA vs. the state and national average

Anchor, PA
$5,140/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Anchor vs. other types of senior living

$5,692/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,140/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Anchor, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,849/mo
Studio
$5,914/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,351/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,450/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Anchor over time

Anchor, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Anchor

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Anchor

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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Vibralife Senior Living in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.5
This facility is poorly run, poorly staffed and neglects the residents who are designated in the rehab section of the facility. I would never endorse this facility for any person. Your loved one will be hurt and his/her needs will not be satisfactorily met.

Juniper Village at Mount Joy

5.0
My mother was only able to spend a few months in the memory care section of Juniper Village at Mount Joy, however, the care and compassion of the staff along with the cozy setting finally enable her to relax and feel at home. If you are looking for a warm and cozy setting for your loved one, I ...
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Anchor nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Anchor nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Anchor, 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 Anchor nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Anchor that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Anchor, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.2%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Anchor nursing homes

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 Anchor Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Anchor, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.4%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
1.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Anchor nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Anchor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Anchor, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Anchor nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Anchor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Anchor, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Anchor nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Anchor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Anchor, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
0.4%
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There are 16 nursing homes facilities near Anchor, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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