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The cost of independent living in Gargol is about $4,311 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 113 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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What our family likes the most about the Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road community is the location. Our family can visit and rent on of the apartments for [fee removed] for a night for that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in Fayetteville, Pennsylvania. Our unique senior living community is nestled in the pristine and tranquil woodlands near the Michaux State Forest.Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road is perfect for the active senior adult who prefers nature and green space as their retirement...
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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...
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The experience was good at harmony but my dad passed on [date removed]. I give all categories a 5 except for the quality of care which I would give a 5 and that is only because of staff shortage and the temp...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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...
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cumberland Crossings is a senior living community located in Carlisle, PA, home to almost 19,000 people in Cumberland County. Home to the U.S. Army Military Heritage Museum, Carlisle is a small borough with row homes and quaint stores where residents can shop, run their errands and bank, or go to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Imagine Living amidst 350 wooded country acres……in a community that can comfortably address your needs for the rest of your life…in a setting unlike any other you’ve ever seen.Welcome to Green Ridge Village, a continuing care retirement community offering independent and assisted living as well...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Gargol, PA

The average cost of senior living in Gargol is $4,311 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newville, PA with an average of $3,851 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gargol, PA vs. nearby cities

Gargol, PA
$4,311/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gargol, PA vs. the state and national average

Gargol, PA
$4,311/mo
U.S. national average
$4,025/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gargol vs. other types of senior living

$5,661/mo
Independent Living
$4,311/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gargol, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,173/mo
Studio
$5,411/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,909/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,513/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Gargol over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Gargol

Recent reviews for independent living in Gargol

Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road in Fayetteville, PA

3.7
Paramount senior living is a good value that is reasonably priced. This community has good value for the amount that they charge. They have activities like games, dominoes, bingo, crafts and hobbies, social hour, and recently resumed doing bus trips to different places around the community. ...
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Harmony at West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.9
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.

Country Meadows Of West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.9
It was very difficult decision on where to send our Father for care. From my first call to country Meadows, the love and patience that were shown to us, I knew it was a first rate community in the area. Allison in marketing walked us though the admittance process and helped us with ...
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Gargol independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gargol independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gargol, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gargol independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gargol partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gargol, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
32.9%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
32.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gargol independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gargol communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gargol, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gargol independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Gargol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gargol, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
45.5%
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Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road, Holiday Essex House and The Woods At Cedar Run are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gargol, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Gargol, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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