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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Carlisle, PA for 2024

 

Carlisle sits within Cumberland Valley, a scenic and rural location 30 minutes west of Harrisburg that may appeal to seniors looking for a small-town environment. The region's low crime rates and warm summer temperatures may appeal to seniors, making visits to local historic sites and public parks more enjoyable. The borough's population is estimated to be 22,200, with seniors comprising about 17.3%, which is slightly above the national average. 

Assisted living provides 24/7 residential care in a supportive, homelike environment for seniors who need assistance with daily tasks such as bathing. Residents live in private or shared spaces, and they typically receive three meals per day. In addition to managing medications, staff members plan life-enhancing programs that can stimulate residents physically, emotionally and intellectually. The average fee for assisted living in Carlisle is $4,828 per month, which is costlier than average compared to the state and the country.

This guide reviews the benefits and drawbacks of living in Carlisle. It also explores the cost of assisted living compared to other types of care and includes information on free and low-cost resources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Carlisle

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services licenses assisted living facilities that satisfy the state's Assisted Living Residences Regulations. These cover a range of criteria, including staff qualifications, building safety and compliance with fire safety and sanitation rules. The department can revoke licenses for repeated noncompliance with regulations.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Carlisle

 

  • Because Carlisle is a relatively rural borough with a small population, it only has one hospital. However, UPMC Carlisle has a good reputation and is rated high-performing in its treatments for heart failure. It's a 166-bed facility with emergency services and several specialized departments, including stroke and urology care. Carlisle's location also means it's only 30 minutes from several other highly regarded facilities, including UPMC Harrisburg and Holy Spirit Medical Center.
  • Based on the national average of 100, Carlisle's health cost index of 111.4 is high. It's also above Pennsylvania's average of 101.6. However, the borough's overall cost of living score of 92.2 is below the statewide average, which may offset some health care costs. The region also offers 258 doctors per 100,000 people, 48 more than the national average, so medical care may be more accessible in Carlisle.
  • Ranked on a scale of 1 to 100, with 1 being a low crime rate, property crime in Carlisle ranks at 35.6, just above the national average of 35.4. However, the violent crime ranking of 13.4 is significantly below the national average of 22.7, suggesting seniors may be safer in Carlisle than in most cities across the country. 
  • Although it gets chilly in winter, with temperatures as low as 21 degrees, Carlisle's continental climate is senior-friendly for most of the year. Summers can be humid, but temperatures are generally favorable to older citizens at a comfortable 85 degrees.
  • Carlisle's air quality index is 47/100, below the country's 58, and its water quality is 40/100, below the national average of 55. However, assisted living facilities often provide air and water filters to support seniors' health.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Carlisle

 

Carlisle's median monthly fee for assisted living is $4,828, but rates vary by location.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Carlisle's typical senior pays $728 per month more for assisted living than the statewide average and $328 more than the national average. But the borough isn't the region's costliest, as York's seniors typically pay $682 per month more than their peers in Carlisle. However, assisted living costs in the area are usually more affordable, with savings ranging from only $5 per month in Chambersburg to $60 in Lebanon and $313 in Gettysburg. 

Carlisle

$4,828

Pennsylvania

$4,100

United States

$4,500

Lebanon

$4,768

York

$5,510

Gettysburg

$4,515

Chambersburg

$4,823

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living and nursing homes are Carlisle's only residential facilities, both providing 24-hour care, meals, accommodation and group activities. At $10,828 per month, nursing homes cost more than assisted living's rate of $4,828 because they also provide medical care. At $4,767, in-home care and home health care costs aren't much more affordable than assisted living and the fee is only for 44 hours of care per month. Adult day health care's $1,629 is much cheaper but doesn't include accommodation and meals and requires daily trips to the center. 

In-Home Care

$4,767

Home Health Care

$4,767

Adult Day Health Care

$1,629

Assisted Living Facility

$4,828

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,828

Note: Data for Carlisle was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Harrisburg, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Carlisle

There are no Medicaid programs for seniors that help pay for the cost of services provided by assisted living residences in Pennsylvania. 

Residents who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) may be eligible for additional funding from the state to pay for the cost of room and board. Assisted living residences may not charge seniors who receive SSI more than their monthly income less a personal needs allowance. Family supplementation is permitted provided it's paid directly to the residence.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Financial Assistance in Pennsylvania

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Carlisle

Carlisle and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Carlisle, please visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Carlisle

 

Carlisle Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Pennsylvania

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Donna50

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Manorcare Health Services-carlisle

I visited a resident that is in your care. She is in the dementia./Alzheimer’s unit. When my friend and I arrived I was expecting this place to be like all the others I had been to. I was totally...

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Julia Stoltz

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Manorcare Health Services-carlisle

Every visit I’ve had with my friend in assisted living has been delightful. The place is clean, activities are plentiful, she has made wonderful friends, staff is friendly and helpful.

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Mel Dunlap

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Chapel Pointe at Carlisle

The community is the best that We have seen while searching for a community for my mother. The rooms are very spacious, very clean, and above all, very private. My mother had no needs or wants...

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Your review makes our day! We love to hear that residents are getting involved in activities and building meaningful relationships. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience.

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