Assisted Living in Clifton Heights, PA
Assisted living with a nurse's touch — clinical care in a warm home. Located in Lansdowne, PA — just 1 miles from Clifton Heights.
Talk to a nurse, not a salesperson — call (484) 356-1070.



Talk to a Nurse, Not a Salesperson
When you call Bell Elite, you speak directly with a registered nurse — not a sales rep. Our nursing team includes RNs, LPNs, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), and Family Nurse Practitioners who understand the clinical realities of aging.
Assisted Living in Clifton Heights, PA
A Clifton Heights family usually calls three places in one afternoon when they start looking at assisted living. What separates them is rarely the tour — it is whether the home is licensed in Delaware County, who writes the care plan, and whether the price on the website survives the first invoice.
A Clifton Heights family budgeting assisted living should know three Delaware County numbers: $4,200 – $7,800 a month for personal care, $6,300 as the assisted-living median, and $30 – $34 an hour for home care. Our all-inclusive rate starts at $5,900 and covers the overnight, the meals and the nurse oversight — about 4 minutes away via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.
Older adults who need help with daily living activities but want to remain in a warm, home-like setting rather than an institutional facility. For assisted living in Clifton Heights that usually looks like private or semi-private room in a 6-resident home, 24-hour caregiver assistance and supervision, nurse-led medication management and health monitoring — with the plan written by a nurse rather than assigned by a sales office. Families near Clifton Heights Shopping District tend to compare us with the large Delaware County campuses first; the difference they notice is six residents instead of sixty.
If you are searching for assisted living specifically, the question worth asking on the tour is who supervises the care day to day. For Clifton Heights families the answer here is a registered nurse who writes the plan, trains the caregivers, and speaks to the physicians at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital (5 min) by name — not a regional manager two counties away.
The short answer
Bell Elite Senior Living provides assisted living for Clifton Heights, PA families from a licensed 6-resident personal care home in Lansdowne, PA — 1 miles and about 4 minutes away — starting at $5,900 per month with daily registered-nurse oversight.
What Care Costs in Delaware County
2026 local survey ranges. Confirm current rates directly with each provider — published rates change quarterly.
| Bell Elite — Essential (all-inclusive) | $5,900/mo |
| Bell Elite — Supportive | $6,500/mo |
| Bell Elite — Comprehensive | $7,500/mo |
| Delaware County personal care home range | $4,200 – $7,800/mo |
| Delaware County assisted living median | $6,300/mo |
| Home care in Delaware County | $30 – $34/hr |
| Nursing home, semi-private room | $12,400/mo |
A single all-inclusive rate is the whole bill at Bell Elite. Larger facilities typically add level-of-care fees, medication surcharges and community fees on top of the base rent.
Who licenses care in Delaware County
Pennsylvania personal care homes are licensed and inspected by DHS under 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600. That license is the document to ask for before you sign anything.
Licensing body: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Families can also call Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) — cosa runs the county's aging waiver assessments and can confirm which care settings a family can afford.
Getting to us from Clifton Heights
1 miles, about 4 minutes, via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.
Mercy Fitzgerald, Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Riddle Hospital are the acute-care systems residents here usually come from.
Landmarks: Clifton Heights Shopping District, Hoffman Park, Indian Creek Park.
How Assisted Living Works for a Clifton Heights Family
Clifton Heights families usually arrive at assisted living after a hospitalization or a fall. The first weeks are about rebuilding the routine; the rest is about keeping it.
In Delaware County terms: personal care home rates run $4,200 – $7,800 a month, the assisted living median is about $6,300, and home care at $30 – $34 an hour covers roughly 40 hours a week. Bell Elite is $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive for assisted living, 1 miles from Clifton Heights — about 4 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.
Why Families in Clifton Heights Choose Bell Elite for Assisted Living
Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities
Nurse oversight for assisted living
Assisted Living is supervised by a nurse who knows each resident's baseline, so "she seems fine today" becomes "this is not her normal, call the physician."
Assisted Living in Clifton Heights: the setting
Six residents total — the whole house, for assisted living as much as for anything else. A Clifton Heights family can learn every name and routine in one visit.
What Clifton Heights families actually pay
At $5,900 to $7,500 a month, assisted living here is priced below the Delaware County assisted living median of about $6,300 while including the nurse oversight those buildings bill as an upgrade.
Getting to us from Clifton Heights
The assisted living handover from Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital (5 min) or from home is managed by the nurse — medication reconciliation, first-week check-ins and a family call on day three.
How Assisted Living Works at Bell Elite
Our nurse-led process from first call to ongoing care
Step 1: Free Assessment
An RN conducts a comprehensive care assessment — reviewing medical history, medications, mobility, and daily living needs.
Step 2: Personalized Care Plan
Our nursing team builds an individualized care plan tailored to your loved one's specific needs, preferences, and health conditions.
Step 3: Move-In & Settling In
Your loved one moves into their private or semi-private room. Our caregivers help them feel at home and establish a daily routine.
Step 4: Daily Care & Monitoring
24-hour caregiver assistance, nurse-led medication management, three home-cooked meals daily, and regular health monitoring.
Step 5: Ongoing Communication
Regular updates from our nursing team, open-door visitation, and care plan reviews as needs evolve.
What's Included in Our Assisted Living
All-inclusive care with no hidden fees
A Glimpse Inside Bell Elite
A warm, family-like residence — not an institution. Every space is designed for comfort, safety, and dignity.






See It for Yourself
The best way to experience Bell Elite is in person. Tour our home, meet our nursing team, and feel the difference.
Is Assisted Living Right for Your Loved One?
Older adults who need help with daily living activities but want to remain in a warm, home-like setting rather than an institutional facility.
Not sure? Our nursing team offers free, no-pressure consultations to help you decide. Call (484) 356-1070 or schedule a tour.
Serving Families from Clifton Heights, PA
a small, walkable Delaware County borough adjacent to Lansdowne, known for its tight-knit community feel and local businesses. Clifton Heights is practically next door to Bell Elite, making us the natural choice for local families.
Families from Clifton Heights appreciate that Bell Elite is close to home, making visits easy and convenient. Our central location in Delaware County puts us within easy reach of Clifton Heights and the surrounding Delaware County area.
Nearby Landmarks
- Clifton Heights Shopping District
- Hoffman Park
- Indian Creek Park
Nearby Hospitals
- Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital (5 min)
- Delaware County Memorial Hospital (8 min)
Why Choose Bell Elite for Assisted Living in Clifton Heights?
Four reasons families trust us with their loved ones
Nurse-Led Care
Registered Nurse oversight of all care plans, medication management, and health monitoring — exceeding standard personal care home requirements.
Only 6 Residents
Our small home means personalized attention, consistent caregivers, and a family-like atmosphere — not an institutional facility.
Family-Owned
Owned and operated by a family, not a corporation. Decisions are made by people who know your loved one, not shareholders.
Licensed & Trusted
Pennsylvania-licensed personal care home with transparent pricing, open communication, and an open-door policy for families.
The Bell Elite Difference
Why families in Clifton Heights choose our nurse-led home over large facilities
Transparent Pricing for Clifton Heights Families
All-inclusive rates with no hidden fees. VA benefits may reduce costs significantly.
Essential
$5,900/month
Personal care, meals, medication management, and daily activities
Supportive
$6,500/month
Enhanced care with additional assistance and health monitoring
Comprehensive
$7,500/month
Full care including memory care, specialized medical support, and more
Estimate Your Clifton Heights Monthly Cost
All-inclusive rates, no level-of-care surcharges. Estimates use published Bell Elite rates and typical VA and long-term-care insurance offsets.
Care level
Estimated monthly
$6,500
$6,500 all-inclusive
• Room, meals and 24-hour caregivers included
• Daily registered-nurse oversight
• No community fee, no level-of-care upcharge
What Families Say
"The nurse oversight gives us peace of mind that no other facility could match. Mom is safe, cared for, and happy."
Daughter of resident
Delaware County, PA
"With only 6 residents, the caregivers truly know my dad. It's like having him cared for in a family member's home."
Son of resident
Main Line, PA
"From the first tour, we felt the warmth. This isn't a facility — it's a home. The staff treats residents like their own family."
Family member
Philadelphia, PA
Assisted Living in Clifton Heights — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does assisted living cost in Delaware County?
Plan on $5,900 to $7,500 a month here for assisted living, all-inclusive. For comparison, Delaware County assisted living medians run about $6,300 before care-level fees, and home care at $30 – $34 an hour only covers around 40 hours a week.
How long is the drive from Clifton Heights for a assisted living visit?
Roughly 4 minutes by car (1 miles) using Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476, so evening assisted living visits from Clifton Heights are realistic rather than a weekend expedition.
What oversight applies to assisted living in Delaware County?
Pennsylvania DHS licenses personal care homes under 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 and inspects them on a published schedule. Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) can also confirm which funding a Clifton Heights family qualifies for.
Is assisted living the same as a nursing home?
No. Assisted living provides help with daily activities in a residential setting, while nursing homes provide skilled medical care for residents with complex health needs. Bell Elite offers assisted living in a small, home-like environment with nurse oversight — the best of both worlds. For a Clifton Heights family specifically, that means a 4 minutes drive to our door via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476, with Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) handling county funding questions.
What does assisted living include?
Bell Elite's assisted living includes 24-hour caregiver assistance, nurse-led medication management, three daily meals plus snacks, help with bathing/dressing/grooming, personal laundry, housekeeping, daily activities, and regular family communication — all in a small 6-resident home. For a Clifton Heights family specifically, that means a 4 minutes drive to our door via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476, with Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) handling county funding questions.
What happens if a resident needs hospital care at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital (5 min)?
The nurse sends the plan and medication list with the resident, coordinates with Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital (5 min), and manages the return instructions.
Does Bell Elite accept VA benefits for Clifton Heights veterans?
Yes. VA Aid and Attendance can offset roughly $2,100 a month of the $5,900 base rate for a qualifying veteran or surviving spouse, and we prepare the paperwork with the family. Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) also screens Delaware County residents for state-funded care.
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