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10 Best Nursing Homes in Perry County, PA
Perry County 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 251 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Perry County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Perry County is about $4,977, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1746 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Dellville, Juniata Furnace and Aline.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Perry County, PA
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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.
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
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
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
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.
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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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 Perry County, PA
The average cost of senior living in Perry County is $4,977 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Port Royal, PA with an average of $3,965 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Perry County, PA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Perry County, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Perry County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Perry County, PA by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Perry County over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Perry County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Perry County
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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Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA
5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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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.
Perry County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Perry County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Perry County, 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 Perry County 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 Perry County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Perry County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
32.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.4%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.1%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.4%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Perry County 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 Perry County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Perry County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.8%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Perry County 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 Perry County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Perry County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.2%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Perry County 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 Perry County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Perry County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
19.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Perry County 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 Perry County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Perry County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.7%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.9%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
27.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
16.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.1%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra, Magnolias of Chambersburg and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Perry County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
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