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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Harrisburg, PA for 2024

Harrisburg is a family-friendly community that’s been ranked as one of the nation’s most livable cities and best places to retire. Pennsylvania’s state capital is home to 49,271 residents, including 5,100 seniors. Local families have easy access to popular attractions like Hersheypark. The area is home to several nationally ranked and high-performing medical centers as well as a number of nursing homes and long-term care providers.

Skilled nursing facilities cater to individuals who have advanced medical needs and require specialized rehabilitative services. Many of these services are available in assisted living facilities or through home health care agencies on a more limited basis. These alternatives may be appropriate for individuals who don’t need 24-hour monitoring and can live independently most of the time. They cost about half as much as the $10,311 charged by local nursing homes.

In this guide, you’ll find information about average nursing home costs, local providers and community resources that can help you find the most appropriate type of care for your needs.

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Nursing Home Costs in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Nursing home prices in Harrisburg start at $10,311 for a semiprivate room and rise to $10,874 for private accommodations.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

According to data from the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, nursing home costs in Harrisburg are within 3% of the state median of $10,038 and about 30% higher than the national average of $7,756. However, rates are typical for this part of the state. Seniors in York pay $10,291 for nursing home care, about $250 less per month. Rates in Lebanon are $335 higher at $10,646, and nursing home prices in Lancaster and Chambersburg exceed $11,200 per month, which is about 10% more expensive than Harrisburg.

Harrisburg

$10,311

Pennsylvania

$10,038

The United States

$7,756

Lebanon

$10,646

Lancaster

$11,224

York

$10,291

Chambersburg

$11,338

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

With rates between $10,311 and $10,874 for semiprivate or private accommodations, skilled nursing is the most expensive form of long-term care in Harrisburg by a significant margin. Assisted living facilities cost half as much at $4,857. Home health care agencies charge slightly less. In general, Harrisburg residents can expect to pay anywhere from $4,528 to $4,576 for in-home care depending on the services provided. Adult day health care costs $1,018 per month and provides limited personal support rather than around-the-clock assistance. 

Home care

$4,528

Home health care

$4,576

Adult day health care

$1,018

Assisted living

$4,857

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$10,311

Nursing home (private room)

$10,874

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free Resources for Seniors in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Local organizations can help families find long-term care and access community-based services before the need for institutional support arises. Learn more about some of the resources available to seniors in Harrisburg.

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Dauphin County Area Agency on Aging(717) 780-6130Part of a nationwide care network that includes more than 650 agencies, this organization provides information, referrals and services to help seniors maintain their dignity and independence and make informed decisions about their long-term care and personal needs. It publishes a 100-page senior resource guide, assists with Medicaid waiver applications and helps eligible individuals qualify for state-sponsored long-term care benefits. Services are free to residents age 60 or older and their caregivers.
Pennsylvania’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(717) 783-8975The long-term care ombudsman empowers residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities and residential care homes by helping them understand their rights and communicate effectively with providers. Its ombudsmen and Pennsylvania Empowered Expert Residents (PEER) advocates provide confidential one-on-one advice to nursing home residents and families who have questions or concerns.
MidPenn Legal Services(800) 326-9177This nonprofit law firm handles more than 3,000 cases annually for low-income residents in Harrisburg and 18 counties across central Pennsylvania. It focuses on civil legal issues, such as taxpayer assistance, public benefit claims, estate planning, health care access and disability rights. Additional services are available through the SeniorLAW Center by calling the statewide helpline at (877) 727-7529.
Jewish Family Service of Greater Harrisburg(717) 233-1681JFS of Greater Harrisburg has been serving residents of all faiths since 1964. It offers a variety of counseling and mental health services for older adults and caregivers. Brief solution-focused sessions help residents cope with anxiety, depression and decision-making challenges that may arise when dealing with health concerns, loneliness, isolation or grief. It also operates the Finkelstein Cohen Kosher Meals on Wheels Program, which serves seniors with special dietary needs across the Harrisburg area.

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