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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Mechanicsburg, PA for 2024

Mechanicsburg is a historical borough located just 8 miles west of Harrisburg. With an estimated population of 9,500, 17.6% are aged 65 and older. Seniors may be interested in the medical facilities available in Mechanicsburg. UMPC West Shore offers a world-class cancer treatment center and a range of other medical services. Those looking for additional care options will find other facilities in nearby Harrisburg to suit their needs.

Nursing home care is best suited to seniors who require full-time medical care but don’t need hospital treatment. This type of care is often the most expensive option for seniors. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2021, the average senior in Mechanicsburg pays $10,828 for a semiprivate room in a nursing home, while the national median is much lower at $7,908 per month. The high costs come from registered nurses and caregiving aides who are available around the clock. Seniors who don’t require such a high level of care may want to consider more affordable options such as assisted living and home health care.

This guide covers the costs of different types of senior care. In addition, it lists free resources for seniors and their family members.

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Nursing Home Costs in Mechanicsburg, PA

Semiprivate rooms in nursing home care cost an average of $10,828 in Mechanicsburg. The corresponding cost of private rooms is $11,558. 

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Using the average cost of a semiprivate room as a price comparison point, the average cost of nursing home care in Mechanicsburg is about $400 more than the Pennsylvania state average. However, it is far more expensive than the national median of $7,908. Nearby Lebanon is slightly cheaper at $10,494 per month. The most affordable cities in the state are Bloomsberg and State College at $8,943 and $9,186 respectively. At the other end of the cost scale. Reading costs $12,631 each month. The typical senior in Philadelphia pays $11,437 for care services.

Mechanicsburg

$10,828

Pennsylvania

$10,403

The United States

$7,908

Lebanon

$10,494

Bloomsberg

$8,943

State College

$9,186

Reading

$12,631

Philadelphia

$11,437

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors may be interested in the average costs of alternative care options. Adult day care is the cheapest option at $1,629, while assisted living has a monthly average cost of $4,828. Home care and home health care both have median costs of $4,767 each month. These are both good options for seniors wanting to age in place. Nursing home care costs $10,828 for a semiprivate room and $11,558 for a private room.

Adult Day Care

$1,629

Assisted Living Facility

$4,828

Home Care

$4,767

Home Health Care

$4,767

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$10,828

Nursing Home (private room)

$11,558

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

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Mechanicsburg, PA

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 Mechanicsburg, PA

The following resources may be of interest to seniors and their loved ones. These resources may make it easier for seniors to remain in their own homes and delay moving to nursing home care. Some of the resources may help seniors to learn about nursing home care and financial assistance options. 

ResourceContactService
Mechanicsburg Area Meals on Wheels (717) 697-5011The Mechanicsburg Area Meals on Wheels is a non-profit organization that provides meals to homebound seniors aged 65 and older. To be eligible for the program, seniors must be unable to prepare a meal on their own and not have regular assistance with meal preparation. Meals are delivered around noon each day from Monday to Friday by a team of volunteers. In addition, the volunteers check on seniors and can report any issues to the authorities.
Incidental Transportation for Seniors(717) 382-0942Christian Companion Services provides free transport for seniors in Mechanicsburg and surrounding areas. Volunteers provide transport to grocery stores, medical appointments and social events. Additionally, the service will run errands on behalf of seniors if they are unable to leave their homes. Transport needs to be booked in advance to ensure a driver is available.
Pennsylvania Department of AgingOnline InformationThe Pennsylvania Department of Aging provides a range of services to assist seniors living throughout the state. Some of the services offered include legal assistance, housing help, health and wellness programs and caregiver support. The legal ombudsman services protect the rights of seniors in long-term communities such as nursing home care. The agency helps seniors to apply for Medicaid.
Veterans Affairs(717) 240-6178The Cumberland County Veterans Affairs Office provides advice, assistance and counseling to senior veterans and their family members. Officers can assist seniors to apply for any benefits and pensions they may be eligible for.
Cumberland County Aging & Community Services(717) 240-6110Cumberland County offers a number of services to assist seniors in the community. The office can provide information on home and community-based service waivers. It can assist seniors with in-home support and information regarding nursing home care in the area.

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My father is at Encompass Health Rehabilitation. The staff is very attentive. I don't have anything negative to say. They've been wonderful with my dad. He's doing physical therapy, occupational...

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