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Assisted Living Communities in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania

Situated in the Cumberland Valley, Shippensburg sits within the Harrisburg-Carlisle Metropolitan Area, where 30 assisted living communities serve seniors with daily care needs. According to...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey indicates that assisted living facilities in Shippensburg charge around $6,456 per month. This rate surpasses the statewide median of $5,550 and exceeds costs in nearby cities. For instance, facilities in Lebanon set rates near $5,780, while in York and State College, respective costs come in at around $4,950 and $4,850.

Shippensburg

$6,456

Pennsylvania

$5,550

United States

$5,350

York

$4,950

Lancaster

$6,135

Lebanon

$5,780

State College

$4,850

Paying for Assisted Living in Shippensburg

In Shippensburg, assisted living facilities charge an estimated $4,823 per month for services. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Shippensburg

The Optional State Supplement (OSS) may be available to seniors in Shippensburg who receive Social Security Income.

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 Shippensburg's assisted living communities pay around $6,456 per month for housing and services. By comparison, home health care agencies charge about $740 less. However, assisted living offers economical pricing compared to nursing homes, which establish monthly fees of approximately $11,072 for semi-private units.

Home Health Care

$5,720

Assisted Living Facility

$6,456

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$11,072

Note: Since data for Shippensburg is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Harrisburg, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Shippensburg

The Shippensburg region has several supportive resources for seniors seeking long-term care. Through the following resources, seniors can get one-on-one help with researching local assisted living facilities, determining their best options for paying for services and finding community-based services to supplement what they get through long-term care. 

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Branch Creek Place(717) 300-3563Branch Creek Place is the local senior center in Shippensburg. The county operates this center to provide social and recreational programming to those aged 50 and over in the region. At this location, members access daily noontime meals, health screenings, educational classes and age-friendly exercise programs. The center is open every weekday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cumberland County Aging & Community Services(717) 240-6110Cumberland County’s Aging and Community Services division supports those aged 60 and over in the Shippensburg region, helping them connect with programs and services that meet their needs. It houses the region’s Aging and Disability Resource Center, a single entry point to all local, state and federal financial assistance programs and senior services. It also investigates complaints of substandard care in Cumberland County assisted living facilities.
Franklin County Area Agency on Aging(717) 263-2153The Franklin County Area Agency on Aging is a nonprofit organization that serves Shippensburg residents aged 60 and over in Franklin County. Through this program, seniors can access low-cost transportation services and get information on community-based services such as durable medical equipment loans, congregate meals and long-term care options counseling.
Cumberland County Veterans Affairs(717) 240-6178The Cumberland County Veterans Affairs office has trained officers who help older veterans and their surviving spouses apply for state and federal benefits and services, including VA health care, health insurance, pension benefits, temporary assistance and veterans’ home placement. Older veterans in Franklin County get these services through their local office, which they can reach by calling (717) 263-1905.
RSVP of the Capital Region Inc.(717) 541-9521RSVP is a volunteer organization that helps older adults connect with opportunities to serve their communities. Participants may volunteer up to 40 hours per week to support adult literacy, provide tax preparation services to low-income community members and give friendly phone calls to housebound individuals.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Shippensburg

Shippensburg 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Karen

I visited this facility

Review of Celebration Villa of Shippensburg

I would say the rooms in Celebration Villa of Shippensburg were average and the decor was a little dated. The average age of the residents was in their 80s and my brother-in-law is 66 so it just...

Provider response

Dear Karen, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We appreciate your feedback about the rooms and decor at Celebration Villa of Shippensburg, and we understand that the atmosphere may not...

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Assisted Living

Sheila

I visited this facility

Review of Celebration Villa of Shippensburg

Celebration Villa of Shippensburg was awesome. The fee pretty much covers a lot of things. I loved it. It's clean and the rooms were very nice. They supply you a bedroom and a dresser. So...

Provider response

Sheila, Thank you for your kind words and positive review. We appreciate it very much. If you need any assistance with anything at the community, please let us know. we'd be glad to help. Sincerely!

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Judith

I visited this facility

Review of Celebration Villa of Shippensburg

I visited Celebration Villa of Shippensburg, and I will be going there for respite. They showed us all of the facility. I appreciate the tour, and I thought it was very thorough. I liked the...

Provider response

Judith, Thank you so much for taking time to share your thoughts on Celebration Villa of Shippensburg. We are glad to know that you liked our community and the services available for you. We'll...

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