Brookdale Harrisburg

Q: What neighborhood is Brookdale Harrisburg in?

Brookdale Harrisburg is in the Susquehanna neighborhood of Harrisburg.

Q: Is Brookdale Harrisburg in a walkable area?

Brookdale Harrisburg has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Q: What is the license number of Brookdale Harrisburg?

According to PA state health department records, Brookdale Harrisburg's license number is 316111.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Harrisburg?

Brookdale Harrisburg's occupancy is 62%.

Q: How long has Brookdale Harrisburg been in business?

Brookdale Harrisburg has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Q: Does Brookdale Harrisburg have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Harrisburg on this page.

Overview of Brookdale Harrisburg

Discover a place where independence meets community at Brookdale Harrisburg, a remarkable senior living community in the heart of historic Harrisburg, PA, that offers both personal care home services and memory care in a tranquil setting. Residents here enjoy the comforts of restaurant-style dining and the convenience of housekeeping services, with staff available around the clock for assistance with daily tasks. For those needing specialized memory care, our structured program fosters a sense of belonging and purpose, tailored to preserve individual identities and talents.

At Brookdale Harrisburg, residents can indulge in pet-friendly apartments bathed in natural light, ensuring a homely feel with personal touches. The community boasts diverse activities each month, catering to various interests—from art classes to fitness sessions and lively social gatherings. Dining is a highlight, featuring nutritious meals served elegantly, with options for outings and picnics. With its comprehensive care options and vibrant lifestyle offerings, Brookdale Harrisburg invites seniors to embrace a fulfilling and engaging chapter of life in a supportive environment.

Facility Direct Line (717) 671-4700

65-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

48 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 17 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

62%

Lower than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%

Occupied beds

40 / 65

Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes

IssuanceOctober 2, 2025

CountyDauphin

License LevelPROVISIONAL

License Number316111

Brookdale Harrisburg is legally operated by Emeritus Corporation.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Alzheimer's

24 units

Total beds

65 units

Wheelchair Accessible

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMr. Steven Swain, Executive Vice President (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

At Home Care

HousekeepingYes

Linen ServiceYes

Utilities IncludedYes

Pet Friendly

Transportation

Library

Salon

Courtyard

Garden

Arts & Crafts

Walking Paths

Piano

Whirlpool

Snack Shop

Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Personal Care Home$4,665 per month

Memory Care$8,725 per month

Food DescriptionHealthy, delicious restaurant-style meals are served in an elegant dining room.

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Since 2021 · 5 years of data 107 citations 4 complaints 10 inspections 1 waiver

Inspection Score

12 points below the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Waivers A higher number of waivers may indicate the facility relies on staff who don't fully meet standard credential requirements. A lower number may suggest the facility meets staffing qualification standards without exemptions.

This Facility PA Average vs. PA Avg

Waivers are Pennsylvania Department of Health exemptions that let a facility operate outside required staffing ratios or staff credential rules. A higher count can signal that the facility regularly relies on exceptions — for example, fewer nursing hours per resident or staff who don't fully meet qualification standards — which may affect day-to-day care.
1
vs 0.9 avg
↑ 11% higher than PA avg

Data reflects the most recent 5 years (since 2021).

Inspection Scorecard 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

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	107	63	This facility has 70% more total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (107 vs. PA avg 63).↑ 70% worse Rank #405 / 478 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 405th out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	10.7	5.7	This facility has 88% more citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (10.7 vs. PA avg 5.7).↑ 88% worse Rank #441 / 478 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 441st out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.	10	11	This facility has had 9% fewer total inspections than the Pennsylvania average (10 vs. PA avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 9% fewer
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	7	8	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 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 #270 / 478 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 270th out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	4	4	This facility has total complaints in line with the Pennsylvania average (4 vs. PA avg 4).— At avg Rank #297 / 478 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 297th out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for complaint inspections. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	0.8	0.8	This facility has complaints per year in line with the Pennsylvania average (0.8 vs. PA avg 0.8).— At avg

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

July 8, 2025 renewal inspection found 31 deficiencies including medication errors, abuse reporting failures, unsafe medication storage, incomplete resident assessments, and safety hazards; plans of correction accepted but follow-ups pending.
January 3, 2024 follow-up confirmed full implementation of abuse reporting corrections after prior substantiated resident abuse and delayed notifications.
December 22, 2021 routine inspection identified no regulatory citations or deficiencies.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 284 / 314 / 235 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / Suite

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Harrisburg

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3.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Harrisburg's city center to Brookdale Harrisburg's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the PA Depts. of Human Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village	AL ADC IL MC NH RESC RC SNF	Mechanicsburg	190 Facility 190 PA AVG 94 Rank #21 / 553	No	22 Facility 22 PA AVG 46 Rank #520 / 667	Messiah Home Inc	89 Facility 89 PA AVG 83 Rank #152 / 460	9	1 Facility 1 PA AVG 4 Rank #107 / 478	77.8% Facility 77.8% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #345 / 478	32 Facility 32 PA AVG 63 Rank #205 / 478	3.6 Facility 3.6 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #221 / 478	Non-Profit	144 Facility 144 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #21 / 356	1.21	78.4%	-	A+
Country Meadows	AL IL MC	Mechanicsburg (Hampden Township)	180 Facility 180 PA AVG 94 Rank #28 / 553	No	41 Facility 41 PA AVG 46 Rank #375 / 667	Country Meadows Of West Shore LLC	88 Facility 88 PA AVG 83 Rank #162 / 460	5	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 4 Rank #184 / 478	60% Facility 60% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #157 / 478	10 Facility 10 PA AVG 63 Rank #49 / 478	2.0 Facility 2.0 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #76 / 478	Profit	-	-	57.8%	-	A+
Ecumenical Retirement Community	AL IL MC	Harrisburg (Susquehanna)	88 Facility 88 PA AVG 94 Rank #263 / 553	Yes	41 Facility 41 PA AVG 46 Rank #375 / 667	Ecumenical Communities Inc	91 Facility 91 PA AVG 83 Rank #112 / 460	10	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 4 Rank #184 / 478	70% Facility 70% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #270 / 478	35 Facility 35 PA AVG 63 Rank #225 / 478	3.5 Facility 3.5 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #215 / 478	Non-Profit	63 Facility 63 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #204 / 356	1.00	71.6%	Studio / Suite	-
Brookdale Harrisburg	AL MC RESC	Harrisburg (Susquehanna)	65 Facility 65 PA AVG 94 Rank #377 / 553	Yes	17 Facility 17 PA AVG 46 Rank #550 / 667	Emeritus Corporation	71 Facility 71 PA AVG 83 Rank #372 / 460	10	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 4 Rank #297 / 478	70% Facility 70% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #270 / 478	107 Facility 107 PA AVG 63 Rank #405 / 478	10.7 Facility 10.7 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #441 / 478	Profit	-	-	61.5%	Studio / Suite	A+
The Terraces at Capitol Village	AL MC RC	Harrisburg	64 Facility 64 PA AVG 94 Rank #382 / 553	No	33 Facility 33 PA AVG 46 Rank #436 / 667	Capitol Operator LLC	94 Facility 94 PA AVG 83 Rank #72 / 460	6	1 Facility 1 PA AVG 4 Rank #107 / 478	83.3% Facility 83.3% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #392 / 478	28 Facility 28 PA AVG 63 Rank #182 / 478	4.7 Facility 4.7 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #294 / 478	Profit	68 Facility 68 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #186 / 356	1.17	84.4%	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A

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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).

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

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.

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).

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.

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

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.

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.

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

Benefits

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

What neighborhood is Brookdale Harrisburg in?

Brookdale Harrisburg is in the Susquehanna neighborhood of Harrisburg.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Harrisburg?

Brookdale Harrisburg is legally operated by Emeritus Corporation.

Is Brookdale Harrisburg in a walkable area?

Brookdale Harrisburg has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Brookdale Harrisburg?

According to PA state health department records, Brookdale Harrisburg's license number is 316111.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Harrisburg?

Brookdale Harrisburg's occupancy is 62%.

How long has Brookdale Harrisburg been in business?

Brookdale Harrisburg has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Brookdale Harrisburg have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Harrisburg on this page.

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Inspection History

Waivers A higher number of waivers may indicate the facility relies on staff who don't fully meet standard credential requirements. A lower number may suggest the facility meets staffing qualification standards without exemptions.

Inspection Scorecard 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.

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

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

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

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

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

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

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

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