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Essex House

20 N 12Th St, Lemoyne, PA 17043

Independent Living
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(800) 780-8101

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(717) 727-1245

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $5,532
One Bedroom
Estimated $6,968
Two Bedroom
Estimated $8,570

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $6,864
  • Average State Price: $5,482
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Essex House Description

    Essex House is located in a peaceful neighborhood close to the border of Lemoyne and Camp Hill Boroughs. Our senior living community is nestled on the hillside with lush vegetation and beautiful grounds complete with walking paths. We're central to both Holy Spirit and UPMC Hospital Systems. Our residents enjoy shopping at the West Shore Plaza and farmers markets. Nearby attractions include Harrisburg’s City Island, Pride of the Susquehanna River Boat and the Pennsylvania State Capitol.

    Living at Essex House in Lemoyne, PA is more affordable than you think. Serving Harrisburg, Colonial Park, Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, New Cumberland & more.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Community Reviews

    9.0
    Essex House
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 138 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 2 communities in Lemoyne
  • Ranking in State: 243 out of 1426 communities in PA
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price B

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    5.6
    Holiday Retirement
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1056 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Pennsylvania

    Employee Pay C

    Employee Staff C



    Review Summary

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

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers highlight the friendliness of both staff and residents, creating a welcoming community atmosphere.
    • Several reviews mention the cleanliness and attractiveness of the facilities, including well-appointed apartments with nice views and patios.
    • Activities and amenities, including food and events, are generally well-received, contributing to a vibrant living environment.
    • Staff are noted for going above and beyond in their roles, showing genuine care for residents and their families.
    • The community is described as safe, clean, and conducive to making new friends and enjoying retirement.

    Mixed Reviews:

    • One reviewer preferred another location due to more activities and a more engaging community atmosphere, noting Essex House as quieter and less engaging.
    • Concerns about rent increases and the impact on affordability for residents.

    Negative Reviews:

    • A few reviews express dissatisfaction with the level of engagement and activities available to prevent boredom.
    • One review criticizes the staff's attitude and the overall atmosphere as not welcoming.

    Overall:

    Essex House is generally well-regarded for its friendly community, attentive staff, and clean, comfortable living spaces. While most residents and their families have positive experiences, some express desires for more activities and engagement. The community is praised for its efforts to create a safe and enjoyable environment for seniors to enjoy their retirement.


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    Health

    Lively Mobile Plus Personal Emergency Response Device

    Wellness

    Physical Therapy


    Services

    Weekly Housekeeping

    Light Linen Service

    Maintenance

    Most Utilities Included

    Renters Liability Insurance Program

    Wheelchair Accessible


    Activities

    Full Calendar of Enriching Activities

    Group Exercise Classes

    Yoga

    Bingo

    Music

    Men's Group


    Community Amenities

    Barber/Beauty Salon

    Fitness Equipment

    Chapel

    Large Screen TV Lounge

    Lounge Area

    Activity Room


    Room Amenities

    Kitchenette

    Utilities Included

    Telephone

    Emergency Response

    Fireplace

    TV Lounge


    Dining

    Three Chef Prepared Meals Daily

    Private Dining Room

    Restaurant-Style Dining

    Chef-Prepared Meals


    Transportation

    Complimentary Scheduled Transportation

    Parking

    Garage Parking

    Transportation Services


    Pet

    Pets Welcome



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Camp Hill which is 0.7 miles away and has a population of 7,923 (very small town).
    • The average income is $72,435, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 78
      • Low Temperature: 32
      • Average Temperature: 55.0
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 147 days of rain, 25 days of snow and 191 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.2 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.81 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 198.0, Moderate Days 40.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Karns
    0.2 miles away
    Weis
    0.9 miles away
    Giant
    1.5 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.6 miles away
    Aldi Süd
    2.1 miles away

    Transportation

    Harrisburg
    2.1 miles away
    Middletown
    10.0 miles away
    M&H Railroad
    10.2 miles away
    Elizabethtown
    17.0 miles away

    Bus Stations

    City Isand Bus Stop
    1.3 miles away
    FlixBus Harrisburg
    2.0 miles away
    HACC Harrisburg Campus
    3.7 miles away

    Banks

    Pennian Bank
    0.6 miles away
    Mid Penn Bank
    0.7 miles away
    Susquehanna Bank
    0.8 miles away
    Metro Bank
    1.2 miles away
    Peoples Bank
    1.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Penn State Holy Spirit
    0.9 miles away
    UPMC Harrisburg
    1.7 miles away
    UPMC Pinnacle Polyclinic Campus
    2.9 miles away
    Geisinger Holy Spirit Primary Care
    3.7 miles away
    UPMC Pinnacle West Shore Hospital
    4.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    0.1 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    0.2 miles away
    CVS
    3.6 miles away
    CVS/pharmacy
    5.0 miles away

    Dentists

    'Nbraces
    1.4 miles away
    Wood Myers & Hartman
    1.4 miles away
    Center Street Family Dentistry
    1.6 miles away
    Hilton-Diminick Orthodontic Associates
    1.6 miles away
    Family Dentistry
    1.6 miles away

    Parks

    Negley Park
    0.6 miles away
    FIALA Playing Fields
    0.7 miles away
    Schell Park
    0.7 miles away
    Eisenhower Playing Field
    0.8 miles away
    Willow Park
    0.9 miles away

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    Shopping

    Camp Hill Shopping Center
    1.5 miles away
    Capital City Mall
    1.7 miles away
    Strawberry Square
    1.9 miles away
    Fairview Commons
    3.0 miles away
    Harrisburg Mall
    4.1 miles away

    Culture

    Color Me Mine
    1.8 miles away
    Open Stage of Harrisburg
    1.9 miles away
    Oyster Mill Playhouse
    2.0 miles away
    Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
    2.0 miles away
    Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
    7.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Isaacs Deli
    0.2 miles away
    El Rodeo
    0.2 miles away
    Rita's
    0.3 miles away
    Neato Burrito
    0.3 miles away
    Pizza Grille
    0.3 miles away

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