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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...
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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.
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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...
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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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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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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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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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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.
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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
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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.
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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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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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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.
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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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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...
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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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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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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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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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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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Providence Place has multiple levels of care which is why we went with them. Our loved one is able to be here as his care increases. They also told us if needed, they would be able to get a lift which was...
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.
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.
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,...

Cost of assisted living in Mc Crea, PA

The average cost of senior living in Mc Crea is $4,761 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blain, PA with an average of $3,952 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mc Crea, PA vs. nearby cities

Mc Crea, PA
$4,761/mo
$4,805/mo
$3,952/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mc Crea, PA vs. the state and national average

Mc Crea, PA
$4,761/mo
U.S. national average
$4,605/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mc Crea vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,761/mo
$4,787/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mc Crea, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,386/mo
Studio
$5,435/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,598/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,822/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Mc Crea over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mc Crea, 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 Mc Crea.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mc Crea

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mc Crea

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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Seaton Hagerstown

4.8
I've only been to Seaton Hagerstown a couple times, but my brother seems to like it there. Everybody there, including the residents, seems friendly. My brother is very friendly and has talked to just about everyone he sees. He says some people respond and some don't. Some people don't want to ...
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Mc Crea review score based on 465 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 465 reviews of 127 Mc Crea assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mc Crea 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

Mc Crea review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Mc Crea, PA127 facilities
8.2
Newville, PA156 facilities
6.1
Blain, PA18 facilities

Review subcategories for Mc Crea 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 465 reviews of 127 Mc Crea assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mc Crea 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Value for cost*
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Mc Crea assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Crea assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Crea, 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 Mc Crea 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 Mc Crea that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
40.9%
53%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.1%
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
43.3%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.4%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.9%
49%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.6%
54.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Crea 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 Mc Crea Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mc Crea, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.2%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.2%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.6%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Crea 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 Mc Crea partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.3%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.8%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.1%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Crea 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 Mc Crea communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.9%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
26%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.7%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Crea 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 Mc Crea offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.8%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.6%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.9%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.8%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.6%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.9%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.2%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
35.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
21.3%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.9%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.9%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mc Crea

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 Mc Crea protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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Magnolias of Chambersburg, Ecumenical Community Of Harrisburg and Bridges of Bent Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mc Crea, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 156 assisted living facilities near Mc Crea, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Mc Crea, 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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