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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 11 independent living facilities in Mechanicsburg, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Independent Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Shore Mechanicsburg.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Harrisburg, Lower Paxton or Winding Hill.
Types of care available in Mechanicsburg, PA
Independent Living
Masonic Village is an avery beautiful place to live. It has numerous and varied activities. The effort that they made to keep us safe during the Covid -19 pandemic was beyond what most of us expected. They go to extremes to keep us safe and comfortable.
Staff is very attentive to the needs of residents even in their independent living apartments. They are also great about keeping the families informed about their loved ones and changes in the facility.
This is a good place. They have a lot to offer the residents. I would recommend you look at the community to see if it would work for your loved one. The service time could be improved for meal service as it seems to be a long time to get food for the residents.
20 N 12th Street, Lemoyne, PA 17043
Very nice place. They were very helpful in helping our dad adjust. They have activities. Their meals are good. Very kind people. Good location. Very friendly people. Good variety of activities. Nice walking...
Essex House is located in a peaceful neighborhood close to the boarder of Lemoyne and Camp Hill Boroughs.Our senior living community is nestled on the hillside with lush vegetation and beautiful grounds with walking paths. We have dedicated staff and management team who have been here for years...
824 Lisburn Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011
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The staff in memory care are caring, kind, willing to help, and understanding. The activities are geared toward getting the residents involved. We appreciate the fact that communication is encouraged. The...
The Woods at Cedar Run is a senior care facility located in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. We offer three different care options including independent living, personal care and memory care. Though each option is different they all offer an exceptional amount of individualized care and service. Our...
1910 Technology Parkway, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
The staff is very friendly and keeps me, Mom's caretaker, up to speed with anything going on. They extremely helpful with any questions I have. The facility is very friendly and encourages family to come...
Welcome to Harmony at West ShoreIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
4905 E Trindle Rd, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
It starts with the friendly staff and a clean facility. Country Meadows serves tasty food and provides several choices, A variety of activities and exercise programs are available each day, including entertainment coming in from outside ,like Gosp...
103 W Keller Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
103 W Keller Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
100 Mount Allen Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
1201 N Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17102
1201 N Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17102
801 North Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA 17013
780 Woodland Ave, Lewisberry, PA 17339
The average cost of senior living in Mechanicsburg is 4,431 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldsboro, PA with an average of 3,989 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
Welcome to Mechanicsburg! This historic borough in Cumberland County is named for a settlement of mechanics who built and repaired wagons in the early 19th century.
Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Mechanicsburg are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Mechanicsburg retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.
The median monthly cost of independent living is about $2,600 in the state of Pennsylvania. To learn more about the cost of independent living in Mechanicsburg, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.
Living in Mechanicsburg is very affordable compared to the national average. The total household expenses associated with living in Mechanicsburg are rated 16 points below the national average, and other essential costs are also rated below the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | 74 | 87 | 89 | 80 | 86 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $57,485 per year | $48,333 per year | $55,717 per year | $30,690 per year | $42,099 per year | $3,273 per year | $737 per month |
The top hospitals that service Mechanicsburg include:
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center
Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute
Mechanicsburg’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, which means a temperate climate with hot summers and no distinct dry season. The average humidity level is 72%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 78%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 30°F | 38°F | 23°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 76°F | 86°F | 66°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41.2 | 16.6% | 9,453 | 3,922 per square mile | 2.2 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 5.5% | <0.1% | 4.3% | 88.1% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Cumberland County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 44.0% | 54.4% | 1.6% |
A town rich with local history and many historic sites to show for it, Mechanicsburg was originally founded in the 19th century by settlers who built and repaired covered wagons. This legacy is celebrated every New Year’s Eve when Mechanicsburg drops a wrench to remember all of the mechanics who have come before. The town played a significant role in the Civil War as the site of the northernmost battles of the war. Popular historic sites in Mechanicsburg include the Station Masters House, built in 1863, and the Frankenberger Tavern, which was founded in 1901 and is allegedly haunted.
Mechanicsburg is also famous for its Jubilee Day street fair, which runs for an entire day during the second week of June. Held on Market Street, which is home to a number of boutique shops and restaurants, it’s the region’s longest street fair and features food, games, crafts, and rides.
Transportation
Capital Area Transit (CAT) operates bus services throughout Cumberland County that connect Mechanicsburg to downtown Harrisburg, the capital of Pennsylvania.
Keystone Villa at Ephrata, Faithful Living and Traditions of Hershey are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
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