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The staff is very friendly and keeps us informed of what our loved one is doing or if there is an issue. Yes, we would recommend Pine Manor Home to other families based on the experience so far.
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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Every time I asked for assistance with my 94 year old mother it was given without hesitation. Staff was highly professional and friendly.
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.
Autumn House East and Autumn House West offer three levels of care based on your individually assessed needs, including assistance with daily care, housekeeping and medication administration. As your needs change, we can modify the level of assistance by providing onsite special needs management,...
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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.
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
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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, 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.
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
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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
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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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Cost of assisted living in Dover, PA

The average cost of senior living in Dover is $4,548 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Loganville, PA with an average of $4,351 per month.

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

Dover, PA
$4,548/mo
$4,483/mo

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

Dover, PA
$4,548/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,548/mo
$5,351/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,155/mo
Studio
$4,405/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,950/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,160/mo

Senior living costs in Dover 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: Dover, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDover, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,548/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,351/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$4,382/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Dover, PA:$4,548/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Dover, PA:$5,351/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Dover, PA:$4,382/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dover, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dover 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dover, PA$4,244/mo$3,823/mo+11.0%
Pennsylvania$5,050/mo$4,823/mo+4.7%
National$5,062/mo$4,793/mo+5.6%
Dover, PA
2024 average cost:$4,244/mo
2023 average cost:$3,823/mo
Percent change:+11.0%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,050/mo
2023 average cost:$4,823/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,062/mo
2023 average cost:$4,793/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dover, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Dover.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dover

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dover

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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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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St John's Herr Estate in Columbia, PA

5.0
I am happy with the care of this community. We like that it is very nice and clean. The staff is very caring and attentive. They like that they can cook on there own. They offer meals to the community if the residents want to participate. They do have a lot of activities when they want to ...
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Dover assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dover assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dover, 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 Dover 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 Dover that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dover, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
12.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
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
12.5%
57.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
12.5%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dover 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 Dover Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dover, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
12.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
12.5%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dover 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 Dover partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dover, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
40.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dover 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 Dover communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dover, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dover 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 Dover offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dover, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
46.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
12.5%
53.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
47.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dover

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Pine Manor Home, Autumn House West and Providence Place of Dover are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dover, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 10 assisted living facilities near Dover, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Dover, Pennsylvania are Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Traditions of Hershey. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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