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Photo of Harmony at Hershey
1414 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
8.3
Review score
31 reviews
8.3
Review score
31 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
26%
3 star
19%
2 star
3%
1 star
16%
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My father seems to be happy there. The staff has been great at keeping me informed of any issues. Everyone is always friendly and helpful. His room is spacious, and I really like the fact that he has his...
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 HersheyIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Hershey, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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Photo of Juniper Village at Lebanon
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
52 reviews
9.8
Review score
52 reviews
5 star
83%
4 star
15%
3 star
2%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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My wife and I moved into our apartment on [date removed] and have been completely satisfied with our decision. Juniper Village provides a nice, quiet, serene “senior” environment. The staff here are...
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.
Juniper Village at Lebanon is a senior living community located in Lebanon, PA offering both personal care and independent living. Lebanon is home to just over 24,500 people, and is a beautiful small city in Lebanon County with a railroad and Central Square. Residents can enjoy quiet walks,...
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
99 reviews
9.6
Review score
99 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
23%
3 star
2%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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Very comfortable surroundings. Well maintained facility, clean and up to date. Very competent staff, friendly and genuinely interact with and care about each and every resident. Adequate leisure time...
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.
Independent living means living without the responsibilities that come with being a homeowner. Choose from one of the beautifully appointed studio, one and two-bedroom apartments, each with their own kitchen and private bath. Enjoy a host of services and programs that encourage you to live...
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1616 Photos available
9.5
Review score
100 reviews
9.5
Review score
100 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
31%
3 star
4%
2 star
5%
1 star
6%
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The friendliness of the staff gets a 5++. They took excellent care of my mom. Even at the end they were there for her and also were there to support me and my family. I highly recommended Viva. And I am glad...
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.
Live Vibrantly. Live Viva.Our VisionWe are dedicated to the continuation of vibrant living in a safe and comfortable home-like setting.Living VivaAging is an inevitable part of life, but losing life's spark doesn't have to be. We strive to create an environment where our residents can...
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66 Photos available
8.5
Review score
59 reviews
8.5
Review score
59 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
15%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
7%
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I moved here a year ago from Florida and was very nervous, but everyone here was so caring and I felt at ease. It never felt like I was in a facility, it felt like home and the staff felt like family. You...
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.
Palmyra Senior Living is small intimate personal care home specializing in Memory Care and Personal Care, offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located in the charming town of Palmyra, PA in a tranquil luxurious setting and...
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1010 Photos available
8.5
Review score
13 reviews
8.5
Review score
13 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
15%
3 star
8%
2 star
15%
1 star
15%
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My brother is the resident. So far, the staff has been very responsive to his needs. I've appreciated the individual attention they show him and regularly Check in with me
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.
Oak Hill Village is a senior living community located in Middletown, a small borough in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. You can find this sleepy little town next to the Susquehanna River. In town, you will find a variety of fine dining and casual restaurants to enjoy. Let yourself stroll through...
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5 star
97%
4 star
3%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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My loved one is here at this community now and is doing well in the memory care unit. My loved one is very happy here. Everything that they do is highly rated and everything is going well. She has settled in...
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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8.6
Review score
15 reviews
8.6
Review score
15 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
0%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
1 star
0%
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My father has been in many facilities over the past year, some where more intense care giving but still had living sections attached for when he was able to move . Country meadows was hands down the top...
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.
9.7
Review score
13 reviews
9.7
Review score
13 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
8%
3 star
0%
2 star
8%
1 star
8%
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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
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.
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
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My mom just recently passed away and the care that was given to her at Columbia Cottage in Hershey was such a blessing. They didn’t just take care of her physical needs but they truly cared about her and...
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
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 Hershey, PA

The average cost of senior living in Hershey is $4,712 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cornwall, PA with an average of $4,438 per month.

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

Hershey, PA
$4,712/mo
$4,737/mo

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

Hershey, PA
$4,712/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,712/mo
$5,444/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,166/mo
Studio
$5,584/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,239/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,501/mo

Senior living costs in Hershey 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: Hershey, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHershey, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,712/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,444/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,995/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Hershey, PA:$4,712/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Hershey, PA:$5,444/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Hershey, PA:$3,995/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Hershey, PA, over time

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

Hershey, PAPA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Hershey, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Hershey 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
Hershey, PA$4,584/mo$4,528/mo+1.2%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Hershey, PA
2024 average cost:$4,584/mo
2023 average cost:$4,528/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hershey, 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 Hershey.

What families are saying about assisted living in Hershey

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hershey

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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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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Hershey review score based on 109 family reviews

9.0
Review score10 facilities109 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 109 reviews of 10 Hershey assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hershey 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

Hershey review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
Hershey, PA10 facilities
8.9
Hummelstown, PA23 facilities
9.0
Royalton, PA15 facilities

Review subcategories for Hershey 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 109 reviews of 10 Hershey assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hershey 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.
Hershey, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.4
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
4.1
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Hershey assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hershey assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hershey, 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 Hershey 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 Hershey that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hershey, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
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
50%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hershey 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 Hershey Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hershey, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
14%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hershey 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 Hershey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hershey, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Hershey 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 Hershey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hershey, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
18.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Hershey 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 Hershey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hershey, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hershey

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