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Photo of Celebration Villa of Dillsburg
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8.8
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8.8
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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
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.
Providing Assisted Living to the Dillsburg area, come see us!
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Photo of Harmony at West Shore
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3131 Floor plans available
8.3
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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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8.0
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8.0
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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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8.0
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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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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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Cost of assisted living in Franklintown, PA

The average cost of senior living in Franklintown is $4,585 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Biglerville, PA with an average of $4,281 per month.

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

Franklintown, PA
$4,585/mo
$4,638/mo

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

Franklintown, PA
$4,585/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,585/mo
$5,456/mo

Assisted living costs in Franklintown, 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 Franklintown 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: Franklintown, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFranklintown, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,585/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,456/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$4,281/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Franklintown, PA:$4,585/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Franklintown, PA:$5,456/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Franklintown, PA:$4,281/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Franklintown, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Franklintown 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.

Franklintown, PAPA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Franklintown, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Franklintown 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
Franklintown, 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%
Franklintown, 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 Franklintown, 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 Franklintown.

What families are saying about assisted living in Franklintown

Recent reviews for assisted living in Franklintown

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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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.

Franklintown review score based on 40 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 6 Franklintown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Franklintown 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

Franklintown review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Franklintown, PA6 facilities
7.4
Dillsburg, PA13 facilities
8.3
Wellsville, PA35 facilities

Review subcategories for Franklintown 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 40 reviews of 6 Franklintown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Franklintown 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.
Franklintown, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Franklintown assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Franklintown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Franklintown, 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 Franklintown 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 Franklintown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Franklintown, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
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
100%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Franklintown 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 Franklintown Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Franklintown, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.3%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Franklintown 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 Franklintown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Franklintown, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Franklintown 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 Franklintown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Franklintown, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Franklintown 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 Franklintown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Franklintown, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Franklintown

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