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They were extremely helpful & caring staff. [name removed] in the administrative office was very helpful, friendly & professional. One gentleman (I forget his name, but on the marketing end) visited Mom on...
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.
Providing Assisted Living to the Dillsburg area, come see us!
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The executive director is responsive and helpful. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The director of nursing is unresponsive and unhelpful. They need a new food vendor. In August food was great. Now...
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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Silver Spring has been an answer to prayer for our family. The staff is wonderful and the facility is new and very very clean. My mother is well taken care of and is flourishing there. We couldn’t be...
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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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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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
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.
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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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.
Serene Manor is a Pennsylvania non profit corporation, and it is committed to affordable senior housing and care.Our management team is made of experienced, highly qualified professionals who are dedicated to making Serene Manor one of the premier Personal Care Homes in Pennsylvania.Our...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
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, 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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Deardorffs Mill, PA

The average cost of senior living in Deardorffs Mill is $4,527 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arendtsville, PA with an average of $4,009 per month.

Assisted living costs in Deardorffs Mill, PA, vs. nearby cities

Deardorffs Mill, PA
$4,527/mo

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

Deardorffs Mill, PA
$4,527/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Deardorffs Mill, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,527/mo
$5,365/mo

Assisted living costs in Deardorffs Mill, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,187/mo
Studio
$5,498/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,919/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,531/mo

Senior living costs in Deardorffs Mill 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: Deardorffs Mill, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDeardorffs Mill, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,527/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,365/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$4,281/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Deardorffs Mill, PA:$4,527/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Deardorffs Mill, PA:$5,365/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Deardorffs Mill, PA:$4,281/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Deardorffs Mill, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Deardorffs Mill 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 Deardorffs Mill, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Deardorffs Mill 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
Deardorffs Mill, PA$5,274/mo$5,022/mo+5.0%
Pennsylvania$5,290/mo$5,050/mo+4.7%
National$5,321/mo$5,062/mo+5.1%
Deardorffs Mill, PA
2024 average cost:$5,274/mo
2023 average cost:$5,022/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
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 Deardorffs Mill, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Deardorffs Mill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Deardorffs Mill

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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Bethany Village in Mechanicsburg, PA

3.6
Staff is friendly and helpful. Communication with the family is good. The meals are not great. I would recommend the facility to others.

Deardorffs Mill review score based on 41 family reviews

7.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 13 Deardorffs Mill assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Deardorffs Mill 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

Deardorffs Mill review score compared against nearby cities

7.0
Deardorffs Mill, PA13 facilities
6.5
York Springs, PA15 facilities
8.2
Franklintown, PA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Deardorffs Mill 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 41 reviews of 13 Deardorffs Mill assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Deardorffs Mill 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.
Deardorffs Mill, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.1
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.2
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Deardorffs Mill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Deardorffs Mill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Deardorffs Mill, 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 Deardorffs Mill 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 Deardorffs Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Deardorffs Mill, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
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
53.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.2%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Deardorffs Mill 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 Deardorffs Mill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Deardorffs Mill, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.2%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Deardorffs Mill 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 Deardorffs Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Deardorffs Mill, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Deardorffs Mill 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 Deardorffs Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Deardorffs Mill, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Deardorffs Mill 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 Deardorffs Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Deardorffs Mill, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Deardorffs Mill

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 Deardorffs Mill protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Celebration Villa of Dillsburg, Harmony at West Shore and Silver Spring Personal Care Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Deardorffs Mill, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 20 assisted living facilities near Deardorffs Mill, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Deardorffs Mill, Pennsylvania is Senior Commons at Powder Mill. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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