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Assisted Living Communities in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania

Blue Bell, a census-designated place in Montgomery County, lies approximately 15 miles northwest of Philadelphia. A total of 61 assisted living facilities in and around Blue Bell cater to the needs of older adults who require assistance with daily activities. In 2024, seniors pay around $6,986 per month for assisted living, notably more than the national median of $5,350 and...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

As per the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Blue Bell costs around $6,986 per month, more expensive than both the national and state medians. Looking at nearby cities, assisted living in Harrisburg comes closest to Blue Bell in cost, at about $6,456 per month. Meanwhile, Reading is one of the most affordable cities for assisted living in the area, at $4,914.

Blue Bell

$6,986

Pennsylvania

$5,550

United States

$5,350

Harrisburg

$6,456

Lancaster

$6,135

Allentown

$5,274

Reading

$4,914

Paying for Assisted Living in Blue Bell

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Blue Bell

Seniors who are in need of financial assistance for assisted living may apply through Medicaid’s Community HealthChoices, a program that provides home care and support services but not room and board. This program is replacing the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) Waiver. 

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

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Blue Bell pay approximately $6,986 monthly for assisted living. This median fee exceeds the cost of home health care by $885 and the cost of in-home care by $2,219. The most expensive senior care option in Blue Bell is nursing home care, where a semi-private room costs roughly $13,444 per month, while the most affordable care type, adult day health care, carries a monthly price tag of about $2,600.

In-Home Care

$4,767

Home Health Care

$6,101

Adult Day Health Care

$2,600

Assisted Living Facility

$6,986

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$13,444

Note: Since data for Blue Bell is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Philadelphia, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Blue Bell

Seniors in Blue Bell have access to a number of programs and services operated by government agencies and nonprofit organizations. These programs can help seniors stay active and independent, provide information on long-term care options and financial options to help pay for care. 

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Montgomery County Office of Veterans Affairs(610) 278-3285Montgomery County's Office of Veterans Affairs offers assistance to veterans and their survivors and dependents. Veteran service officers provide free information on local, state and federal programs and benefits for military families, and help eligible vets and survivors apply for VA benefits such as pensions and Aid and Attendance enhanced pension benefits.
Senior Adult Activities Center of Montgomery County(610) 275-1960The Senior Adult Activities Center of Montgomery County is a multipurpose center for seniors aged 50 and older. The center offers a wide variety of social and recreational programming, regular preventive health screening clinics, informational workshops and a low-cost lunch each weekday. Center staff includes social workers who can help seniors navigate their long-term care options such as assisted living.
Montgomery County Senior Services(610) 278-3601Montgomery County Senior Services provides level of care assessments, Medicare counseling, case management and ombudsman services to seniors in Blue Bell and the surrounding communities who are aged 60 and older. Services are delivered directly through Senior Services, as well as in partnership with 82 community-based providers.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Blue Bell

Assisted living facilities in Blue Bell are inspected and licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. Representatives from this department ensure that all licensed assisted living facilities comply with state laws and regulations related to resident care, including staffing levels, facility maintenance and fire safety. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Blue Bell

  • There are a number of hospitals and healthcare centers near Blue Bell, including the Suburban Community Hospital and the Patient First Primary and Urgent Care Center in East Norriton. 
  • Comprehensive VA medical services are available through the VA Philadelphia Healthcare System. The System includes the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Medical Center, a VA hospital that offers a number of specialty health services including prosthetics, cancer care, audiology, speech therapy and rheumatology. 
  • The overall cost of living in Blue Bell is about 33% higher than the national average, thanks in part to its proximity to Philadelphia. Blue Bell’s housing costs are the main factor in the high cost of living in the area, which means seniors who opt to sell their homes to move into an assisted living community can expect to achieve favorable returns on their real estate holdings. 
  • Montgomery County is known for having low violent crime rates, especially in the northern portion of the county where Blue Bell is located. When compared to other counties nationwide, Montgomery ranks in the 86th percentile for safety. That means that Montgomery’s crime rates are lower than 86% of all other counties in the country. 
  • The Blue Bell area has warm, sunny summers with daytime highs averaging around 86 degrees during July, while January is the coldest month, with temperatures of around 23 degrees. This weather is ideal for seniors who enjoy experiencing all four seasons. 

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Blue Bell

Blue Bell-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our 

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patriciapingitore

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

Review of Blue Bell Place

I worked in the health care industry for over forty years with the geriatric population. If you want to know if a facility is good, look at the residents hair & scalp, facial hair and nails....

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Reviewer#AT0701

I visited this facility

Review of Blue Bell Place

I toured Blue Bell Place. They're an excellent place, I liked the ambiance and everything, but it has two or three floors, and the elevator would be an issue. I went to their memory care as well. I...

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flowerlady12

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Normandy Farms Estates

My husband and I visited places in PA, FL and decided on the best place for us would be Normandy Farms Estates. It is very well run and the staff and the residents here are so very friendly. We...

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