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6.8
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9 reviews
I brought my Mom to Celebration Villa in April after a poor experience with another facility in State College. I could not have made a better choice. Not only are the prices very reasonable, the care is just...
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.
Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Carriage Crossing, Celebration Villa of Reedsville is a senior living community offering enhanced personal care and short-term respite. At Celebration Villa, our focus is to support our residents’ independence and overall wellness. We treat all residents as...
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The leadership team is wonderful. A few CNAs perform their job well, but for some, I am daily writing notes for tasks that were not accomplished. Some sanitary issues are not followed for my mother's care....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always. If you’re interested in learning more or want to get your Tour set up let us know. We look forward...
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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...
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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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The place is small enough that the staff knows everyone and treats them like family. The rooms are huge and inviting. Home cooked meals always smell delicious. There aren't scheduled activities but that's ok...
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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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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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Recently, I moved my mom into Ecumenical Retirement home and she couldn't be happier! She raves about the food and always says how friendly the staff is! She has made many new friends and enjoys doing the...
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.
9.4
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From the perspective of the caregiver, Country Meadows South was a God send. I moved my 93 year old mother to PA from CA. Needless to say the move was highly stressful. It took the moving company three...
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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14 reviews
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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I would recommend VibraLife to those who are searching for an assisted living place for a family member. They were very accommodating and very caring. They listened to our needs for our family member. Our...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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It starts with the friendly staff and a clean facility. Country Meadows serves tasty food and provides several choices, A variety of activities and exercise programs are available each day, including...
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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8.0
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I really like the nurses and the help. I really enjoy the surroundings, there is excellent places to go on walks and good scenery. There is a good variety of activities and always something to do. The rooms...
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, 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.
Cumberland Crossings is a senior living community located in Carlisle, PA, home to almost 19,000 people in Cumberland County. Home to the U.S. Army Military Heritage Museum, Carlisle is a small borough with row homes and quaint stores where residents can shop, run their errands and bank, or go to...
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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.
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After a long illness and a lengthy hospital stay I was advised that my wife should be placed in an assisted living facility. I found several that I thought were suitable and selected Country Meadows of...
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, 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
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, 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.
Our assisted-living facility is guided by this philosophy: We are here to help you take care of yourself. Personal-care aides are present around the clock to provide comfort -- whether to arrange activities, help with laundry, serve meals, obtain medical services, remind you to take medications,...
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.
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After careful consideration and much prayer, we felt like God lead us to Transitions, and we have been very satisfied with our Mom’s care. She enjoys the activities and raves about [name removed] who...
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.
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, 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.
Cost of assisted living in Craighead, PA
The average cost of senior living in Craighead is $4,675 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arendtsville, PA with an average of $4,009 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Craighead, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Craighead, PA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Craighead vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Craighead, PA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Craighead over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Craighead, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Craighead
Recent reviews for assisted living in Craighead
Heritage Mill Personal Care and Memory Care Residence in Tower City, PA
5.0
They are friendly and caring people. They have made my father in law feel right at home , And that in turn makes my husband and I feel at peace.
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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Craighead review score based on 562 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 562 reviews of 162 Craighead assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Craighead 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
Craighead review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Craighead 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 562 reviews of 162 Craighead assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Craighead 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.Craighead, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.1
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Craighead assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Craighead assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Craighead, 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 Craighead 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 Craighead that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Craighead, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.8%
53%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.3%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.6%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.2%
49%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.2%
54.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Craighead 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 Craighead Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Craighead, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.5%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.5%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Craighead 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 Craighead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Craighead, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.2%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.2%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Craighead 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 Craighead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Craighead, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.8%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.2%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Craighead 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 Craighead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Craighead, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.8%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.6%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.7%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.7%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.1%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.8%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
30.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.2%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Craighead
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Craighead protect seniors.
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Magnolias of Chambersburg, Juniper Village at Lebanon and Ecumenical Community Of Harrisburg are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Craighead, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 198 assisted living facilities near Craighead, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Craighead, Pennsylvania are Magnolias of Chambersburg, Traditions of Hershey and Senior Commons at Powder Mill. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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