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Columbia Cottage-Hershey

103 N. Larkspur Drive, Palmyra, PA 17078

Assisted Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $5,965

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,958
  • Average State Price: $4,922
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Columbia Cottage-Hershey Description

    Columbia Cottage-Hershey is a large 60 bed community that offers assisted living and is about 2.2 miles outside the small town of Palmyra, Pennsylvania. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.2 out of 10 making it the 4th highest rated community in the city out of 6 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    8.2
    Columbia Cottage-Hershey
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 19 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 4 out of 6 communities in Palmyra
  • Ranking in State: 597 out of 1451 communities in PA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Residents and their families have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences about their time at Columbia Cottage Hershey, highlighting the exceptional care, friendly staff, and engaging activities available. Many reviews emphasize the personalized and compassionate care provided to residents, particularly noting the staff's attentiveness to both physical and emotional needs. The facility is praised for its clean, homey rooms with pleasant views, and the absence of a typical nursing home atmosphere.

    Activities such as bingo, exercise classes, and ice cream socials are frequently mentioned, contributing to a vibrant community life. The facility's approach to care, which includes a unique step system for adjusting the level of assistance as a resident's needs change, is also appreciated. This system allows for a tailored experience that can adapt over time, ensuring residents receive the appropriate level of support while also offering a cost-effective solution for families.

    The inclusion of pets, with one review highlighting the ability to have overnight visits from a dog, points to the facility's understanding of the importance of companionship. The physical layout of the facility, including individual cottages with private amenities, communal kitchens, and outdoor spaces for family gatherings, receives positive feedback for promoting both independence and community engagement.

    While one review mentioned concerns about deceptive advertising and the need for personal visits to gauge the facility accurately, this view appears to be an outlier. The majority of feedback focuses on the high-quality care, the range of activities, and the welcoming atmosphere that makes Columbia Cottage Hershey a highly recommended option for assisted living.

    Overall, families express gratitude for the care their loved ones received, often noting that the experience exceeded their expectations and contributed to a higher quality of life during their stay at Columbia Cottage Hershey.


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    Health

    Emergency Alert System


    Activities

    Holiday Parties

    Manicures

    Variety Of Activities

    Gardening

    Trivia

    Scheduled Activities


    Room Amenities

    Individually Controlled Heat And Air Conditioning

    Telephone


    Dining

    Homemade Crab Cakes

    Macaroni And Cheese

    Dishes From Scratch

    Social Dining

    Favorite Dishes

    Unique Culinary Masterpieces



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Palmyra which is 2.2 miles away and has a population of 7,451 (very small town).
    • The average income is $72,644, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 77
      • Low Temperature: 31
      • Average Temperature: 54.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 165 days of rain, 29 days of snow and 170 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.4 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 3.03 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.51 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.37 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 1.0 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.95 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 197.0, Moderate Days 44.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Redner's
    0.6 miles away
    Palmyra Real Food Emporium
    2.6 miles away
    Weis
    2.6 miles away
    Giant
    2.7 miles away
    Simply Market
    2.7 miles away

    Transportation

    M&H Railroad
    8.9 miles away
    Elizabethtown
    9.1 miles away
    Middletown
    9.1 miles away
    Mount Joy
    12.8 miles away
    Harrisburg
    14.7 miles away

    Bus Stations

    FlixBus Harrisburg
    14.7 miles away
    HACC Harrisburg Campus
    15.1 miles away
    City Isand Bus Stop
    15.3 miles away

    Banks

    Wells Fargo
    2.5 miles away
    Members First Federal Credit Union
    2.6 miles away
    Fulton Bank
    2.7 miles away
    Truist
    2.9 miles away
    PA Central Credit Union
    2.9 miles away

    Hospitals

    Penn State Health Children's Hospital
    4.0 miles away
    Hershey Medical Center
    4.0 miles away
    WellSpan Philhaven
    7.0 miles away
    Good Samaritan Hospital
    10.4 miles away
    Lebanon VA Medical Center
    10.9 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Palmyra Pharmacy & Gift Shop
    2.0 miles away
    CVS
    2.5 miles away
    Rite Aid
    2.7 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    3.4 miles away
    Sloan's
    10.3 miles away

    Dentists

    John M. Drop DMD LLC Family Dentistry
    5.2 miles away
    Hershey Dental
    5.7 miles away
    David A Zug
    13.4 miles away
    W. James Vincent
    13.4 miles away
    Mount Joy Dental Associates
    13.5 miles away

    Parks

    Raymond J. Phillippy Park
    0.4 miles away
    Eby Park
    0.6 miles away
    Stonebrook Park
    0.6 miles away
    Common Ground Park
    0.7 miles away
    Stephen J. Stabinger Sports Complex
    0.9 miles away

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    Shopping

    Lebanon Valley Mall
    8.9 miles away
    Lebanon Plaza
    9.6 miles away
    Cedar Crest Square
    9.6 miles away
    High Pointe Commons
    10.8 miles away
    Colonial Park Mall
    11.5 miles away

    Culture

    Stacks Visual Arts Center
    1.4 miles away
    Hershey Theater
    2.6 miles away
    Leedy Theater
    5.8 miles away
    Mount Gretna Playhouse
    7.1 miles away
    Amphitheater
    8.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    A&M Pizza
    0.7 miles away
    Rising Sun
    0.9 miles away
    Hauz 'O Hoagies
    0.9 miles away
    Mt. Gretna Brewery
    1.5 miles away
    Duke's Restaurant
    1.7 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of PA. It is a large-sized community with 60 total beds.

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