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7 Best Nursing Homes in Franklintown, PA

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Franklintown 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 7 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Franklintown, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Franklintown is about $5,137, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 106 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Franklintown, PA

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Photo of Celebration Villa of Dillsburg
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9.2
Review score
28 reviews
9.2
Review score
28 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
21%
3 star
4%
2 star
4%
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4%
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Was the Villa perfect? No place one earth is, but we are so grateful for the cheery, loving environment they provided for Mom to heal. Mom's experience was a good one. In 2 months she was able to get...
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.
Providing Assisted Living to the Dillsburg area, come see us!
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Photo of Bethany Village
88 Photos available
8.6
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3 reviews
8.6
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3 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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If someone asked me I would absolutely recommend Bethany Village. The application and move in process was very easy. My mother-in -law has been enjoying the optional activities. The culture among the...
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.
MapleWood Assisted Living at Bethany VillageMapleWood’s private suites are bright, inviting residences with kitchenettes that you can decorate with your own personal touches. Caring staff provide just the right amount of support, so you can live life just the way you want and get back to spending...
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1010 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
7.9
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40 reviews
7.9
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40 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
28%
3 star
18%
2 star
8%
1 star
10%
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The staff is very friendly and keeps me, Mom's caretaker, up to speed with anything going on. They extremely helpful with any questions I have. The facility is very friendly and encourages family to come...
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 West ShoreIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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Photo of Vibralife Senior Living
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5 star
26%
4 star
12%
3 star
3%
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12%
1 star
47%
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After reading the reviews. I did not Want to come here for rehab. But let me let me tell you. This facility doesn’t deserve those reviews. I have been here a week and this place is great. The staff is...
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.
Vibralife Vibralife is located in historic Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania and offers a wide variety of care services. We have senior living community that can provide seniors with memory care issues such as dementia and Alzheimer's. Our trained staff can assist residents with daily care and...
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I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
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.
Photo of Silver Spring Personal Care Home
55 Photos available
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.
Schedule a visit with Silver Spring Personal Care Homeso you can see firsthand the level of commitment and caring we have to each and every resident at our senior care facility. We invite you to step inside our home - there is no better way to truly experience what we have to offer.
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Cost of nursing homes in Franklintown, PA

The average cost of senior living in Franklintown is $5,137 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Biglerville, PA with an average of $4,696 per month.

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

Franklintown, PA
$5,137/mo
$5,102/mo

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

Franklintown, PA
$5,137/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

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

$5,568/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,137/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,334/mo
Studio
$5,546/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,227/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,279/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Franklintown over time

Franklintown, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Franklintown

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Franklintown

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.

Seaton Springwood in York, PA

4.4
Mom is very happy there. There are prettier, places with more amenities but these are much more expensive. Housekeeping in common areas is good, some wear and tear noted but these are hard to keep up with. Housekeeping staff are very friendly and well liked by residents. Staff are very ...
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Franklintown nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Franklintown nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Franklintown, 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 Franklintown 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 Franklintown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Franklintown, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
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
100%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Franklintown 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 Franklintown Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Franklintown, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.3%
5.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Franklintown 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 Franklintown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Franklintown, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Franklintown 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 Franklintown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Franklintown, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Franklintown 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 Franklintown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Franklintown, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
0.4%
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There are 7 nursing homes facilities near Franklintown, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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