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Assisted living costs in Garden Hills average about $4,695 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 30 communities in Garden Hills. Our detailed directory has 228 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Legend of Lancaster
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Very friendly staff. Activities director keeps people busy with various activities. Food is varied and well prepared. Location is perfect. CVS drugstore within walking distance. Several medical offices about...
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.
We are committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At Legend of Lancaster, we...
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9.9
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My mother has gone through a lot of changes in the last few years. She started at Keystone with my father after covid because they were too sick to take care of each other and keep track of their meds. My...
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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8.9
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25 reviews
8.9
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25 reviews
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Good place compared to many in Lancaster. Automatic air deodorizers are way too much in memory care area. Needs improved communication within management. Head custodian was exemplary.
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.
Evergreen Estates Retirement Community is committed to giving the type of care that we would want and expect in a home where we would place our own parents and loved ones. Evergreen Estates Retirement Community is owned and operated by Titan SenQuest Inc. since 2001. At Evergreen Estates...
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8.7
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22 reviews
8.7
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22 reviews
5 star
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Excellent care and very clean! More variety of food options, especially for dinner would be good. Sometimes the options are soup and sandwich which weren't filling enough.
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.
For those who need assistance with day-to-day tasks, or want someone close by 24 hours per day, Oak Leaf Manor is an ideal, less costly healthcare choice for personal care needs. Assistance and security are provided by trained, caring staff who take pride in delivering outstanding personal care...
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8.5
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I came to visit with a friend, The facility was very nice, the staff was very pleasant and helpful. My friend seemed very happy to be there. It was nice to be able to take a walk around the property and...
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.
For those who need assistance with day-to-day tasks, or want someone close by 24 hours per day, Oak Leaf Manor is an ideal, less costly healthcare choice for personal care needs. Assistance and security are provided by trained, caring staff who take pride in delivering outstanding personal care...
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8.5
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52 reviews
8.5
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52 reviews
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[name removed] is happy their, but she is bored. She enjoys the food that is served and the staff seems to be very kind to her. Apparently all medical is done thru UPMC. Let me know if that is correct...
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.
We are committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At Legend of Lititz, we...
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This is a nice community if you are looking for a family type place. This community is small so there are not a ton of people. The staff are very friendly and if there is a problem they are quick to reach...
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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3.0
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14 reviews
3.0
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Because "A Place for Mom" helped me find St. Johns Herr Estate I now live there. I love it. My cottage is wonderful.....I couldn't be happier. Independent living at its best. I hope I can remain...
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.
The art of living well is defined at St. John's. Offering the perfect blend of location, lifestyle, supportive services and access to healthcare, St. John's Herr Estate is an established community designed to meet your physical, spiritual and social aspirations. Here you decide how you want to...
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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.
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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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.
Photo of Brereton Manor
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
Photo of Albright LIFE
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.
Photo of Hershey Mill Home
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.
Photo of Willow Valley Manor North
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
Photo of Red Rose Manor
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.
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, 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: 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
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, 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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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 Garden Hills, PA

The average cost of senior living in Garden Hills is $4,695 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denver, PA with an average of $4,449 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Garden Hills, PA vs. nearby cities

Garden Hills, PA
$4,695/mo

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

Garden Hills, PA
$4,695/mo
U.S. national average
$4,725/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Garden Hills vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,695/mo
$5,759/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Garden Hills, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,256/mo
Studio
$6,431/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,585/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,755/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Garden Hills over time

Garden Hills, PAPA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Garden Hills, 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 Garden Hills.

What families are saying about assisted living in Garden Hills

Recent reviews for assisted living in Garden Hills

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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Oak Hill Village in Middletown, PA

3.4
The reason for my rating is. My dad passed away before he could enjoy anything He did not complain to much about the food. The people that helped me when I could find someone were friendly, however the care was average Except for skilled nursing.

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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Garden Hills review score based on 54 family reviews

6.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 54 reviews of 26 Garden Hills assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Garden Hills 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

Garden Hills review score compared against nearby cities

6.1
Garden Hills, PA26 facilities
6.1
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Mountville, PA32 facilities

Review subcategories for Garden Hills 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 54 reviews of 26 Garden Hills assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Garden Hills 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.
Garden Hills, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.2
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
3.9
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Garden Hills assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garden Hills assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garden Hills, 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 Garden Hills 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 Garden Hills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Garden Hills, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
23.1%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.2%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
26.9%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.5%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
19.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
26.9%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Garden Hills 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 Garden Hills Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Garden Hills, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
19.2%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19.2%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Garden Hills 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 Garden Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garden Hills, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.2%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
15.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Garden Hills 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 Garden Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garden Hills, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.5%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
11.5%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Garden Hills 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 Garden Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garden Hills, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.5%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.1%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.9%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.5%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
30.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.5%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Garden Hills

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 Garden Hills protect seniors.

Learn about Pennsylvania Assisted Living regulations

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Keystone Villa at Ephrata, Faithful Living and Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Garden Hills, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 30 assisted living facilities near Garden Hills, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Garden Hills, Pennsylvania are Keystone Villa at Ephrata, Faithful Living and Traditions of Hershey. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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