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Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Harrisburg, PA
Exterior view of the Commonwealth Senior Living facility Bright dining area with tables and flowers Common area with orange chairs around a coffee table Cozy resident room with a bed and armchair Cozy common area with comfortable seating and bookshelves

Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Harrisburg, PA
150 Kempton Ave, Harrisburg, PA 17111 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg

Operated by Harrisburg Al Operations Llc, Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg is an assisted living, independent living, and memory care community on Kempton Avenue in the heart of Harrisburg’s arts and cultural district. It serves 87 residents in its 96 beds, with a dedicated 24-unit Alzheimer’s care program for those needing specialized memory support.

The facility draws on its neighborhood’s cultural vitality, urging residents to visit local museums and attend theater performances daily. This arts-focused approach reflects the community’s philosophy of enrichment and engagement. Staff comprises licensed nurses who provide direct care, anchored by dedicated housekeeping and maintenance teams who keep the residence tidy and cozy. Here, dining is a focal component of daily life. The skilled chefs prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals using fresh ingredients and tailor menus to each resident’s dietary preferences and nutritional needs. The community also handles billing in an easy, no-hassle way, lessening stress for families navigating care arrangements. The neighborhood scores 43 for walkability, so some nearby services are walkable, with most errands and outings requiring transportation. For visiting family members, this somewhat walkable location has a balance of accessibility and a calmer residential feel near Harrisburg’s cultural institutions.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 96 Rank #236 / 552Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 236th out of 552 homes we track in Pennsylvania for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
1 year
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #362 / 657Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 362nd out of 657 homes we track in Pennsylvania for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Pennsylvania facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
43 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes
IssuanceJuly 1, 2025
CountyDauphin
License LevelFULL
License Number338050

Ownership & Operating Entity

Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg is legally operated by Harrisburg Al Operations LLC.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's
24 units
Total beds
96 units

State Inspection Report (PA)

January 17, 2024
100 Total Daily Staff PA avg: 76.9 Rank #98 / 357 Total Daily Staff — State benchmarked This home is ranked 98th out of 357 homes we track in Pennsylvania for total daily staff. Shows this facility's total daily staff compared to the Pennsylvania average among 357 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
75 Waking Staff
0 Resident Support Staff
87 Residents Served
7 Hospice Residents

Secured Dementia Care Unit (PA)

Sweet Memories
24 Capacity
13 Residents Served

Resident Conditions (PA)

Age 60+ 87 (100%)
Mobility Need 13 (15%)

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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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.

Waivers Info 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.
    0
    vs 0.9 avg
    ↓ 100% fewer than PA avg

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.

Overall vs. PA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (43% above)
• Citations per inspection (78% above)
• Inspection citation rate (19% above) 3 At Avg Metrics at Pennsylvania average:
• Inspections with citations (at PA avg)
• Total complaints (at PA avg)
• Complaints per year (at PA avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 9063 This facility has 43% more total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (90 vs. PA avg 63).↑ 43% worse Rank #393 / 478 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 393rd out of 478 homes we track in Pennsylvania for total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 9.05.05 This facility has 78% more citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (9 vs. PA avg 5.05).↑ 78% worse Rank #422 / 478 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 422nd out of 478 homes we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

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 inspections conducted at this facility. 1011 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 Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 88 This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Pennsylvania average (8 vs. PA avg 8).— At avg
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 80%67% This facility has 13 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (80% vs. PA avg 67%).↑ 13% worse Rank #358 / 478 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 358th out of 478 homes we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

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. 44 This facility has total complaints in line with the Pennsylvania average (4 vs. PA avg 4).— At avg Rank #298 / 478 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 298th out of 478 homes we track in Pennsylvania for complaint inspections. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2022. 11 This facility has complaints per year in line with the Pennsylvania average (1 vs. PA avg 1).— At avg
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Address 4.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Harrisburg's city center to Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.83 miles to nearest hospital (UPMC Community Osteopathic)

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Compare Assisted Living around Harrisburg

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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total daily staff count from Pennsylvania inspection/licensing data (headcount snapshot), when reported.
The total number of staff employed per resident. A number greater than or = to 1 is a positive care signal.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village
AL
ADC
IL
MC
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Mechanicsburg
190
Facility 190
PA AVG 94
Rank #21 / 552
No
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 47
Rank #520 / 657
Messiah Home Inc9
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #108 / 478
78%
Facility 78%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #338 / 478
32
Facility 32
PA AVG 63
Rank #197 / 478
3.6
Facility 3.6
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #213 / 478
Non-Profit
144
Facility 144
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #21 / 357
1.21
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #171 / 494
-A+
Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg
AL
IL
MC
Harrisburg (Lawnton)
96
Facility 96
PA AVG 94
Rank #236 / 552
No
43
Facility 43
PA AVG 47
Rank #362 / 657
Harrisburg Al Operations LLC10
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #298 / 478
80%
Facility 80%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #358 / 478
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 63
Rank #393 / 478
9.0
Facility 9.0
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #422 / 478
For-Profit
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #98 / 357
1.15---
Brookdale Grayson View
AL
IL
MC
RESC
Selinsgrove
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 94
Rank #239 / 552
Yes
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 47
Rank #621 / 657
Emeritus Corporation18
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #403 / 478
61%
Facility 61%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #174 / 478
78
Facility 78
PA AVG 63
Rank #373 / 478
4.3
Facility 4.3
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #263 / 478
For-Profit
104
Facility 104
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #87 / 357
1.30
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #111 / 494
StudioA+
Ecumenical Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
Harrisburg (Susquehanna)
88
Facility 88
PA AVG 94
Rank #263 / 552
Yes
41
Facility 41
PA AVG 47
Rank #375 / 657
Ecumenical Communities Inc10
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 478
70%
Facility 70%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #262 / 478
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 63
Rank #217 / 478
3.5
Facility 3.5
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #207 / 478
Non-Profit
63
Facility 63
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #204 / 357
1.00
71.6%
Facility 71.6%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #247 / 494
Studio / Suite-
The Terraces at Capitol Village
AL
MC
RC
Harrisburg
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 94
Rank #382 / 552
No
33
Facility 33
PA AVG 47
Rank #436 / 657
Capitol Operator LLC6
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #108 / 478
83%
Facility 83%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #385 / 478
28
Facility 28
PA AVG 63
Rank #174 / 478
4.7
Facility 4.7
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #289 / 478
For-Profit
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #186 / 357
1.17
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #108 / 494
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Pennsylvania

Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg

What neighborhood is Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg in?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg is in the Lawnton neighborhood of Harrisburg.

Who is the owner of Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg is legally operated by Harrisburg Al Operations LLC.

Is Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg in a walkable area?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg?

According to PA state health department records, Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg's license number is 338050.

How long has Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg been in business?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg?

No, Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg has a no-pet policy.

Does Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg is registered as a for-profit in PA.

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