Ecumenical Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Harrisburg, PA

Ecumenical Retirement Community

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Harrisburg, PA

Overview of Ecumenical Retirement Community

Settled in the peaceful town of Harrisburg, PA, Ecumenical Retirement Community is a welcoming senior living community providing independent living, personal care, and memory support services. Here, residents can select from private, well-appointed, and pet-friendly accommodations ranging from studio, deluxe, and standard apartments. In terms of memory support, the community provides personalized therapeutic care and services for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Offering above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy three delicious and healthy meals daily prepared by a talented culinary team, weekly housekeeping and linen services, and transportation assistance. Have fun with a full calendar of social activities and community events. Meet new friends and create meaningful memories together. With Ecumenical Retirement Community, seniors are assured of inclusive and secure living experience.

Bed community size
88-bed community Rank #264 / 555Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 264th out of 555 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Pennsylvania facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 41 / 100 Rank #376 / 668Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 376th out of 668 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Pennsylvania facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
72%
Rank #249 / 514Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 249th out of 514 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Pennsylvania average, with its Statewide rank out of 514. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%
Occupied beds
63 / 88
Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 15, 2025
ExpirationAugust 15, 2026
CountyDauphin
License LevelFULL
License Number353610

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ecumenical Retirement Community is legally operated by Ecumenical Communities Inc.

Profit StatusNon-Profit

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

2 services
Personal Care
Memory Support

State Inspection Report (PA)

April 15, 2025
63 Total Daily Staff PA avg: 76.9 Rank #205 / 361 Total Daily Staff — State benchmarked This home is ranked 205th out of 361 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's total daily staff compared to the Pennsylvania average among 361 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
47 Waking Staff
0 Resident Support Staff
63 Residents Served
4 Current Residents

Secured Dementia Care Unit (PA)

Not used
78 Capacity
0 Residents Served

Resident Conditions (PA)

Age 60+ 63 (100%)
Supplemental Security Income 7 (11%)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCommunity Outreach

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Inspection History

In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) conduct unannounced inspections to verify adherence to state regulations.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 35 citations 2 complaints 10 inspections 0 waivers
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Pennsylvania state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

8 points above the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Rank #112 / 460 in Pennsylvania Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 112th out of 460 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Pennsylvania average among 460 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 91 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 8 points above the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Pennsylvania state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. Pennsylvania state average
Overall vs. PA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 8 Better Metrics better than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (44% below)
• Citations per year (44% below)
• Citations per inspection (39% below)
• Total inspections (9% below)
• Inspections with citations (13% below)
• Inspection citation rate (4% below)
• Total complaints (50% below)
• Complaints per year (50% below)
Latest Inspection June 4, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityPA Averagevs. PA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3563 This facility has 44% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (35 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 44% better Rank #227 / 482 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 227th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 712.6 This facility has 44% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (7 vs. PA avg 12.6).↓ 44% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 3.55.7 This facility has 39% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (3.5 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 39% better Rank #218 / 482 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 218th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityPA Averagevs. PA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1011 This facility has 9% fewer total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (10 vs. PA avg 11).↓ 9% better
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 78 This facility has 13% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (7 vs. PA avg 8).↓ 13% better
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 70%73% This facility has 3 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (70% vs. PA avg 73%).↓ 3% better Rank #272 / 482 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 272nd out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityPA Averagevs. PA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 24 This facility has 50% fewer total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (2 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 50% better Rank #186 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 186th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 0.40.8 This facility has 50% fewer complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (0.4 vs. PA avg 0.8).↓ 50% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • June 4, 2025 complaint investigation found five deficiencies including medication errors, energized magnetic locks blocking egress, and untrained staff administering medications; plans of correction were implemented by July 8, 2025.
  • April 15, 2025 follow-up found four deficiencies including resident abuse, locked egress doors, and incomplete resident assessments and support plans.
  • April 15, 2025 follow-up verified full implementation of the plan of correction related to abuse and egress issues from prior inspections.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 6.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Harrisburg's city center to Ecumenical Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Pennsylvania

Ecumenical Retirement Community is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Pennsylvania.

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

PA Medicaid CHC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Pennsylvania resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
PA

Managed care model; high urban demand (e.g., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

PA OPTIONS

Age 60+
General Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies by region
Asset Limits $8,000 individual
PA

Cost-sharing required above certain income; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)

Age 55+
General PA resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with LIFE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
PA

16 providers in 25 counties (e.g., Allegheny, Luzerne); LIFE branding unique to PA.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General PA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
PA

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; PA resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; reimbursements up to $600/month if care recipient income < ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
PA

High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Supplies (~$2,000/year) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General PA resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
PA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Age 65+
General PA resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year individual or couple, excludes half of Social Security
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
PA

Rebates up to $1,000; ~600,000 eligible annually.

Benefits
Rebates ($250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Pennsylvania SFMNP

Age 60+
General PA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
PA

Vouchers (~$50/season) via 52 AAAs; serves ~200,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ecumenical Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Ecumenical Retirement Community in?

Ecumenical Retirement Community is in the Susquehanna neighborhood of Harrisburg.

Who is the owner of Ecumenical Retirement Community?

The legal owner and operator of Ecumenical Retirement Community is Ecumenical Communities Inc.

Is Ecumenical Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Ecumenical Retirement Community has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Ecumenical Retirement Community?

According to PA state health department records, Ecumenical Retirement Community's license number is 353610.

When does Ecumenical Retirement Community's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Ecumenical Retirement Community's license expires on August 15, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Ecumenical Retirement Community?

Ecumenical Retirement Community's occupancy is 72%.

Does Ecumenical Retirement Community operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Ecumenical Retirement Community is registered as a non-profit in PA.

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