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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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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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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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My mother is at Fahrney Keedy right now. She loves everything about the community even though we are in a pandemic. She has had wonderful experience with the staff members, and getting situated. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Fahrney-Keedy Home and Village is nestled among the foothills of the picturesque Catoctin Mountains of Northern Washington County.  This 90 acre Maryland retirement community offers breathtaking vistas in all directions.  We are located just minutes from Interstates 70 or 81. As a...
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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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My brother and I toured a number of places when we were searching for a new home for our parents. Although Mom died before we could implement the move, we followed through with moving Dad into the Maryland...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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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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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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When my mother told me she wanted to relocate to the Towson area to be near me I knew it was time to look for just the right place. I toured both independent living and assisted living communities in the...
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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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: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Center Mills, PA

The average cost of senior living in Center Mills is $3,897 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shippensburg, PA with an average of $3,621 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Center Mills, PA vs. nearby cities

Center Mills, PA
$3,897/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Center Mills, PA vs. the state and national average

Center Mills, PA
$3,897/mo
U.S. national average
$4,064/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Center Mills vs. other types of senior living

$5,504/mo
Independent Living
$3,897/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Center Mills, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,217/mo
Studio
$4,922/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,633/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,947/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Center Mills

Recent reviews for independent living in Center Mills

Masonic Village at Elizabethtown

5.0
Masonic Village is an avery beautiful place to live. It has numerous and varied activities. The effort that they made to keep us safe during the Covid -19 pandemic was beyond what most of us expected. They go to extremes to keep us safe and comfortable.

Pickersgill Retirement Community in Towson, MD

5.0
We visited a lot of assisted living communities in the area and found Pickersgill Retirement Community to be the best by far! We immediately felt the environment to be a safe place for our grandmother. Everyone there makes it a point to be kind and compassionate to all the residents. The ...
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Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, PA

4.5
Staff is very attentive to the needs of residents even in their independent living apartments. They are also great about keeping the families informed about their loved ones and changes in the facility.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautifully maintained facilities. Several reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities at different communities, such as at Traditions of Hershey, where the building is described as 'lovely and clean'. At The Terraces at Capitol Village, the interiors are noted as 'new and very clean', while Kindred Place at ...
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Caring and attentive staff. Numerous reviews laud the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. At Traditions of Hershey, the staff are described as 'friendly and welcoming', and residents felt 'welcomed with open arms' there. At The Terraces at Capitol Village, the staff are 'so nice here and wel ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Activities are a key aspect of life in these senior communities. At Traditions of Hershey, there are 'diverse activities to be involved in' and 'activities to do and keep them busy and active'. At Holiday The Manor at Oakridge, residents can participate in 'card tables' and 'pool table' game ...
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Properly maintained living spaces. Living spaces are a priority at these communities. At The Terraces at Capitol Village, the apartments are 'very big and very nice' and 'Small enough to be known'. At Harmony at West Shore, residents enjoy the convenience of having a 'washer and dryer in the apartment, along with a full kitch ...
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Supportive and inclusive environments. Community and support are important aspects of life for many seniors. At Traditions of Hershey, the 'warm and homelike' environment allows residents to 'make new friends' and 'feel like part of the family'. At Atrium Village, Bingo games bring residents together and create a 'blast!'. At Ha ...
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Customized care plans. Each resident has unique needs, and these communities cater to those needs. At The Woods At Cedar Run, the 'care was average except for skilled nursing'. At Senior Commons at Powder Mill, the 'food was completely unhealthy and unappetizing'. At Traditions of Hershey, the staff 'take the ti ...
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Center Mills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Center Mills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Center Mills, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Center Mills independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Center Mills 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
11.8%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.1%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
18.4%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.2%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Center Mills independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Center Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Center Mills, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
21.1%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Center Mills independent 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 independent living communities in Center Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Center Mills, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.5%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.9%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.6%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.7%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.4%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.4%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
26.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
13.2%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Traditions of Hershey, The Terraces at Capitol Village and Senior Commons at Powder Mill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Center Mills, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 86 independent living facilities near Center Mills, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Center Mills, Pennsylvania are Traditions of Hershey and The Terraces at Capitol Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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