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Photo of Traditions of Hershey
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
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100 reviews
9.6
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100 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
23%
3 star
2%
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0%
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0%
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My Mom has been a resident since [date removed]. It has been a wonderful experience for her. There are tons of daily activities and she has made several friends. The staff really seems to watch out for...
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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Photo of Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg
1616 Photos available
9.4
Review score
104 reviews
9.4
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104 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
34%
3 star
4%
2 star
5%
1 star
6%
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Great location for me. Satisfaction with PCP visitation and communication. I appreciate the varied daily menu. Several of the RN and staff knows how to get the best from Mom and others need some...
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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Photo of The Terraces at Capitol Village
11 Photo available
88 Floor plans available
8.4
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19 reviews
8.4
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19 reviews
5 star
84%
4 star
11%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
5%
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I would give a "5" to all. I haven't eaten there but my sister says the food is good. The people there really seem to care, which I think is most important. My sister is in what's called I think a d shared...
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.
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Photo of Harmony at Hershey
1414 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
8.3
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33 reviews
8.3
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33 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
24%
3 star
18%
2 star
3%
1 star
15%
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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 Palmyra Senior Living
66 Photos available
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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8.2
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15 reviews
8.2
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15 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
0%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
1 star
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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.
5 star
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Shellsville, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shellsville is $4,906 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lykens, PA with an average of $4,271 per month.

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

Shellsville, PA
$4,906/mo
$4,570/mo

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

Shellsville, PA
$4,906/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,906/mo
$5,431/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,771/mo
Studio
$4,407/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,822/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,715/mo

Senior living costs in Shellsville 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: Shellsville, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShellsville, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,906/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,431/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,946/mo$4,265/mo$4,073/mo
Assisted Living
Shellsville, PA:$4,906/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Shellsville, PA:$5,431/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Shellsville, PA:$3,946/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,073/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shellsville, PA, over time

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

Shellsville, PAPA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Shellsville, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shellsville 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
Shellsville, PA$4,674/mo$4,634/mo+0.9%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Shellsville, PA
2024 average cost:$4,674/mo
2023 average cost:$4,634/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shellsville, 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 Shellsville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shellsville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shellsville

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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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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Shellsville review score based on 88 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 88 reviews of 8 Shellsville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shellsville 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

Shellsville review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Shellsville, PA8 facilities
8.9
Hummelstown, PA23 facilities
9.0
Cleona, PA25 facilities

Review subcategories for Shellsville 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 88 reviews of 8 Shellsville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shellsville 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.
Shellsville, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.0
Friendliness
4.4
4.1
Care services
3.9
3.7
Staff
4.2
3.9
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
4.1
3.6
Value for cost*
3.9
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Shellsville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shellsville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shellsville, 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 Shellsville 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 Shellsville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shellsville, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
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
62.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
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 Shellsville 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 Shellsville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shellsville, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
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
37.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
14%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shellsville 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 Shellsville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shellsville, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
13.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Shellsville 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 Shellsville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shellsville, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
36.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Shellsville 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 Shellsville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shellsville, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Shellsville

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Hershey, Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg and The Terraces at Capitol Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shellsville, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 11 assisted living facilities near Shellsville, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Shellsville, Pennsylvania is Juniper Village at Lebanon. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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