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10 Best Nursing Homes in Elm, PA

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Elm is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 29 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Elm, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Elm is about $4,779, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 311 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Elm, PA

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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Elm, PA

The average cost of senior living in Elm is $4,779 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denver, PA with an average of $4,620 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Elm, PA vs. nearby cities

Elm, PA
$4,779/mo
$4,864/mo
$4,920/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Elm, PA vs. the state and national average

Elm, PA
$4,779/mo
U.S. national average
$4,938/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Elm vs. other types of senior living

$5,871/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,779/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Elm, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,864/mo
Studio
$5,789/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,573/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,026/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Elm over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Elm

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Elm

The Villa St Elizabeth in Reading, PA

5.0
Two months ago, my mother was living by herself in a first floor apartment. Things were going pretty good for a while and it took her some time to adjust to the fact that at 72 years old, it was time to retire. She has had 2 major lung surgeries that put her in a rehabilitation hospital for ...
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Elderwood Senior Living at Lancaster

4.0
Trying to find the right place is difficult enough but it's nearly impossible when you are in a completely different state. I had to rely on what I saw and read on the internet to make a decision but thankfully my friend had family in the area and that knew about this community so that is the ...
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Magnolias of Lancaster

5.0
Magnolias felt like we were walking into my mom's HOME again! The atmosphere here is cozy, decorative, busy with activities and filled with caring staff that will treat your family member with compassion, dignity, love and patience. More events are being planned now which give residents the ...
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Elm nursing homes services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Elm nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Elm that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elm, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
32%
9.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92%
22.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Elm nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Elm Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elm, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elm nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elm partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elm, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elm nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elm communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elm, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
24%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elm nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Elm offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elm, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
28%
0.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28%
6.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
16%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Residence at Village Greens, Keystone Villa at Ephrata and Faithful Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Elm, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 29 nursing homes facilities near Elm, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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