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Photo of Evergreen Estates
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I am more independent than needing assistance, and self administer my own meds, so my contact with staff has been limited. The staff are very friendly and most seem to really care about the residents. Most...
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.
Evergreen Estates Retirement Community is committed to giving the type of care that we would want and expect in a home where we would place our own parents and loved ones. Evergreen Estates Retirement Community is owned and operated by Titan SenQuest Inc. since 2001. At Evergreen Estates...
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I hear the complaints of experienced workers complaining how there is little or no training for the new people. [name removed] and I have experienced this to our annoyance, too. Sometimes, there is no...
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.
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8.2
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All are 5...Were pleased. The size. Large enough to offer opportunities but small enough to not be overwhelming. The "loop" all on one floor. Can't get disoriented!
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.
We are committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At Legend of Lancaster, we...
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My 91 year old mother lives at Elderwood and she is quite hapy there. They have good food, nice activities and the staff is very friendly.
Provides: Assisted 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.
The minute you enter Elderwood Senior Living at Lancaster, you'll recognize our commitment to creating a friendly, comfortable home. Our professional staff will be happy to assist you in making the right choice to match your needs, personal preferences and budget. Elderwood Senior Living at...
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This is a nice community if you are looking for a family type place. This community is small so there are not a ton of people. The staff are very friendly and if there is a problem they are quick to reach...
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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The whole facility is a family! They go over and above to make sure all the residents have what they need. Whether it’s medical, meals, religious, community or just help hanging a picture in their room,...
Provides: Assisted 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.
In 1986, my mother would often visit with her aunt and grandmother at the personal care home they were living in. Unfortunately, it did not take long to discover that the care they were receiving was very disheartening. It was at this time my mother’s love for her family would not allow them to...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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, 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, 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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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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My Mother in Law (MIL) moved into the Lancaster Country Meadows last summer and absolutely loves it there! Nice big room, good food, lots of activities for everyone if you want to participate. Allows pets,...
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 Albright LIFE
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.
Photo of Willow Valley Manor North
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
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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 Red Rose Manor
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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We chose Hart Heritage because it was much more attractive, pricing was comparable to others we looked into, and it was very clean. The location is also great as well. The room sizes are adequate for my mom....
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.
Hart Heritage Estates Assisted Living Street is an assisted living community located in lovely Street, Harford County, Maryland. Street, Maryland is lined with historic heritage and beautiful country winding roads. This very quaint and quiet town is an ideal place for settling down and...
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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 Vineyard Personal Care Home
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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Bethesda, PA

The average cost of senior living in Bethesda is $4,801 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winterstown, PA with an average of $4,229 per month.

Assisted living costs in Bethesda, PA, vs. nearby cities

Bethesda, PA
$4,801/mo
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Bethesda, PA, vs. state and national averages

Bethesda, PA
$4,801/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Bethesda, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,801/mo
$5,697/mo

Assisted living costs in Bethesda, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,565/mo
Studio
$4,941/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,841/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,563/mo

Senior living costs in Bethesda 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: Bethesda, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBethesda, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,801/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,697/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$4,200/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Bethesda, PA:$4,801/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Bethesda, PA:$5,697/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Bethesda, PA:$4,200/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Bethesda, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bethesda 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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Assisted living cost trends in Bethesda, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Bethesda 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
Bethesda, PA$4,654/mo$4,757/mo-2.2%
Pennsylvania$5,290/mo$5,050/mo+4.7%
National$5,321/mo$5,062/mo+5.1%
Bethesda, PA
2024 average cost:$4,654/mo
2023 average cost:$4,757/mo
Percent change:-2.2%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,290/mo
2023 average cost:$5,050/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,321/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bethesda, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Bethesda

Recent reviews for assisted living in Bethesda

Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air

4.6
We chose this place for my mom because it is very close to where we live and we can visit a lot. They seem to provide the most value for the price, there are nicer places but they were a lot more expensive. I toured four other homes before deciding on this one for my mom.

Victorian Villa in Dallastown, PA

4.9
Mom seems to really like it here and I'am pleased with everything they have done for us. She has adjusted well to the community. The community is well-kept, there has been minor concerns about cleaning. The staff is great, they are caring for her very well. They have great activities like ...
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Elderwood Senior Living at Lancaster

4.0
Trying to find the right place is difficult enough but it's nearly impossible when you are in a completely different state. I had to rely on what I saw and read on the internet to make a decision but thankfully my friend had family in the area and that knew about this community so that is the ...
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Bethesda review score based on 45 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 45 reviews of 22 Bethesda assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bethesda review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Bethesda review score compared against nearby cities

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Bethesda, PA22 facilities
8.5
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7.8
Delta, PA12 facilities

Review subcategories for Bethesda assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 45 reviews of 22 Bethesda assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bethesda resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Bethesda, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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Bethesda assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Bethesda that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bethesda, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
22.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
22.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
13.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
22.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bethesda assisted living

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 Bethesda Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bethesda, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bethesda assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bethesda partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bethesda, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.6%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
13.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Bethesda assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bethesda communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bethesda, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
4.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
4.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bethesda assisted 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 assisted living communities in Bethesda offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bethesda, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
13.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
13.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
4.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
13.6%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
13.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bethesda

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bethesda protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Evergreen Estates, Oak Leaf Manor South and Legend of Lancaster are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Bethesda, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 26 assisted living facilities near Bethesda, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Bethesda, Pennsylvania are Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Keystone Villa at Ephrata. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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