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Assisted Living Communities in Hanover, PA
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authentic reviews in Hanover, PA below include Assisted Living facility with 865 reviews. On average in Hanover, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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Sherry
5.0
Review of Columbia Cottage-Hanover
I am pleased with Columbia Cottage-Hanover. I have a brother who's there. They are absolutely wonderful. The staff is great. It's clean. They notify you very well. I'm power of attorney over my...
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Disappointed
2.0
Review of Columbia Cottage-Hanover
Typical sales people running the show. Will find out something in common with a potential resident and run with that, promise things but never follow through. Once the "sale" is made you are...
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Kevin
5.0
Review of Sharon’s Personal Care Home
My sister-in-law is in Sharon's Personal Care Home. I like it because it's like she's in a home. It's an actual house. There are only like 20 tenants there. Her room is nice. It's two beds in one...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Hanover, PA and Nearby Cities
Assisted living facilities in Hanover charge $4,515 per month for care, which is just slightly more than the national norm but about $400 higher than the Pennsylvania median. While seniors may save about $500 by opting for care in nearby Altoona, other cities in central Pennsylvania typically have costlier assisted living fees. In Chambersburg, seniors pay $4,823 for care, and in York, rates are $1,000 higher than in Hanover. In Reading, where care costs are among the highest in the state, assisted living facilities charge $1,205 more than facilities in Hanover.
Hanover
$4,515
Pennsylvania
$4,100
United States
$4,500
York
$5,510
Chambersburg
$4,823
Reading
$5,720
Altoona
$4,030
Paying for Assisted Living in Hanover
In Hanover, seniors pay an average monthly assisted living rate of $4,515.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Hanover
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 Living in Hanover, PA
Seniors in Hanover pay $4,515 per month for assisted living, which includes housing, meals and personal care. Older adults who arrange for care in their own homes pay $5,291 for in-home care and home health care, making these options significantly costlier for many. Those who attend adult day health care pay lower rates of $1,192. Nursing home care costs more than double the rate of assisted living, with seniors paying base rates of $11,315.
In-Home Care
$5,291
Home Health Care
$5,291
Adult Day Health Care
$1,192
Assisted Living Facility
$4,515
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,315
Note: Data for Hanover was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Gettysburg, was used instead.
Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Hanover
Seniors in Hanover can get information, assistance and support from numerous nonprofit organizations in the region, including the Agency on Aging, the long-term care ombudsman program and the local senior center. These resources can help older adults compare local assisted living facilities, find ways to fund services and identify age-friendly recreational activities and volunteer opportunities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Agency on Aging | (717) 771-9610 | The Agency on Aging hosts classes that address age-related issues such as preventing falls, managing chronic pain and living with diabetes, and it oversees social and recreational activities for older adults. It also provides information and referrals for local resources such as medical equipment loans and prescription drug assistance. |
| York County Veterans Affairs | (717) 771-9218 | The Veterans Affairs office provides benefits counseling and assistance with filing claims for pensions, disability compensation and Aid and Attendance. It can also help veterans find social activities in the community, such as the local American Legion chapter, and it can provide referrals for services such as transportation. |
| Pennsylvania Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (717) 783-8975 | The long-term care ombudsman helps assisted living residents understand their rights, resolve problems and conflicts, and receive proper care. The ombudsman can also advocate on behalf of seniors in family disputes regarding a loved one’s care or in instances of unfair treatment or neglect. |
| Windy Hill on the Campus | (717) 225-0733 | Windy Hill on the Campus is the closest senior center to Hanover. This nonprofit center hosts a daily dine-in lunch program as well as games, age-friendly fitness classes, creative writing courses, paint classes, book clubs and technology classes. The center also arranges day trips to local points of interest. |
| MidPenn Legal Services | (800) 326-9177 | MidPenn Legal Services provides free civil legal aid and assistance to older adults and veterans in the region. It can help them apply for state and federal benefits. The office can also help seniors understand their rights in cases of involuntary transfers or discharges from assisted living facilities. |
| Changing Hands | (717) 737-3477 | Changing Hands provides refurbished durable medical equipment to seniors in Hanover. Through the nearest distribution center, seniors can obtain scooters, wheelchairs, canes and vision aids, depending on availability. To be eligible for this program, seniors must need the equipment they’re seeking but be unable to afford it. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Hanover
Hanover 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.
