Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg in Harrisburg, PA

Q: What neighborhood is Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg in?

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

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: Are pets allowed at Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg?

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

Q: 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.

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.

Facility Direct Line (717) 558-7771

96-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

1 year in operation

A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

Walk Score: 43 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes

IssuanceJuly 1, 2025

CountyDauphin

License LevelFULL

License Number338050

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

Profit StatusFor-profit

Alzheimer's

24 units

Total beds

96 units

100 Total Daily Staff PA avg: 76.9

75 Waking Staff

0 Resident Support Staff

87 Residents Served

7 Current Residents

24 Capacity

13 Residents Served

Pets not allowed

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 90 citations 4 complaints 10 inspections 0 waivers

Inspection Score

7 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.
0
vs 0.9 avg
↓ 100% fewer than PA avg

Data reflects the most recent 4 years (since 2022).

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 2022 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.	90	63	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 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.	9	5.7	This facility has 58% more citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (9 vs. PA avg 5.7).↑ 58% worse Rank #422 / 478 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 422nd 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.	8	8	This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Pennsylvania average (8 vs. PA avg 8).— At avg
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	80%	73%	This facility has 7 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (80% vs. PA avg 73%).↑ 7% worse Rank #365 / 478 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 365th 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 2022.	1	1	This facility has complaints per year in line with the Pennsylvania average (1 vs. PA avg 1).— At avg

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4.9 miles from city center 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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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 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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