Assisted Living in Philadelphia, PA
Assisted living with a nurse's touch — clinical care in a warm home. Located in Lansdowne, PA — just 8 miles from Philadelphia.
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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 Philadelphia, PA
Choosing assisted living in Philadelphia County is rarely a search for luxury — it is a search for someone who will notice the difference when a resident's appetite, balance or mood changes. That is a staffing question before it is a price question.
Price the assisted living market in Philadelphia County honestly and the band is wide: $4,800 – $8,600 a month for personal care, about $6,900 for assisted living, $32 – $36 an hour for home care that stops at 40 hours. We quote one all-inclusive figure from $5,900 and Philadelphia families reach the door in about 25 minutes by I-95, the Schuylkill Expressway and Baltimore Avenue.
The practical test for assisted living is whether the day still works when something changes. Here it does: 24-hour caregiver assistance and supervision, nurse-led medication management and health monitoring, three home-cooked meals daily plus snacks and hydration, and a nurse who re-writes the plan rather than escalating it to a corporate office. Older adults who need help with daily living activities but want to remain in a warm, home-like setting rather than an institutional facility.
Practically, assisted living near Philadelphia means Philadelphia County caregivers at a 6:1 maximum, medication poured and documented by a nurse, and transport to appointments at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (25 min). It also means the family who visits from Center City sees the same faces every week rather than a rotating agency roster.
The short answer
Bell Elite Senior Living provides assisted living for Philadelphia, PA families from a licensed 6-resident personal care home in Lansdowne, PA — 8 miles and about 25 minutes away — starting at $5,900 per month with daily registered-nurse oversight.
What Care Costs in Philadelphia 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 |
| Philadelphia County personal care home range | $4,800 – $8,600/mo |
| Philadelphia County assisted living median | $6,900/mo |
| Home care in Philadelphia County | $32 – $36/hr |
| Nursing home, semi-private room | $13,900/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 Philadelphia County
Philadelphia personal care homes hold the same DHS Chapter 2600 license as the suburbs, but city operators also answer to Philadelphia's Department of Public Health inspections.
Licensing body: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Families can also call Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) — pca is the city's area agency on aging and screens families for options and waiver-funded care.
Getting to us from Philadelphia
8 miles, about 25 minutes, via I-95, the Schuylkill Expressway and Baltimore Avenue.
Penn Medicine, Jefferson Health and Temple University Hospital are the acute-care systems residents here usually come from.
Landmarks: Center City, University City, Penn Medicine, Temple University Hospital.
How Assisted Living Works for a Philadelphia Family
Philadelphia 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.
The Philadelphia County comparison most Philadelphia families end up making is hours against coverage: $32 – $36 an hour for home care buys 40 hours, while $5,900 a month buys assisted living, the overnight, the meals, the laundry, the medication and the nurse oversight. We are 8 miles from Philadelphia, a 25 minutes drive.
Why Families in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia: the setting
Six residents total — the whole house, for assisted living as much as for anything else. A Philadelphia family can learn every name and routine in one visit.
What Philadelphia families actually pay
At $5,900 to $7,500 a month, assisted living here is priced below the Philadelphia County assisted living median of about $6,900 while including the nurse oversight those buildings bill as an upgrade.
Getting to us from Philadelphia
The assisted living handover from Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (25 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 Philadelphia, PA
the largest city in Pennsylvania and the sixth-largest in the United States, home to world-class medical centers including Penn Medicine, Jefferson Health, and Temple University Hospital. Families across Philadelphia's neighborhoods — from South Philly to Northeast Philly to Germantown — trust Bell Elite for intimate, nurse-led personal care just a short drive away in Delaware County.
Families from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia and the surrounding Philadelphia area.
Nearby Landmarks
- Center City
- University City
- Penn Medicine
- Temple University Hospital
Nearby Hospitals
- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (25 min)
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (25 min)
- Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (20 min)
Why Choose Bell Elite for Assisted Living in Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia choose our nurse-led home over large facilities
Transparent Pricing for Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia — Frequently Asked Questions
What should a Philadelphia family budget monthly for assisted living?
Yes for most Philadelphia families: assisted living starts at $5,900 a month, VA Aid and Attendance can offset roughly $2,100 for qualifying veterans and surviving spouses, and long-term care insurance can be assigned directly to us.
How long is the drive from Philadelphia for a assisted living visit?
Roughly 25 minutes by car (8 miles) using I-95, the Schuylkill Expressway and Baltimore Avenue, so evening assisted living visits from Philadelphia are realistic rather than a weekend expedition.
What oversight applies to assisted living in Philadelphia County?
Pennsylvania DHS licenses personal care homes under 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 and inspects them on a published schedule. Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) can also confirm which funding a Philadelphia family qualifies for.Philadelphia personal care homes hold the same DHS Chapter 2600 license as the suburbs, but city operators also answer to Philadelphia's Department of Public Health inspections.
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 Philadelphia family specifically, that means a 25 minutes drive to our door via I-95, the Schuylkill Expressway and Baltimore Avenue, with Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) 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 Philadelphia family specifically, that means a 25 minutes drive to our door via I-95, the Schuylkill Expressway and Baltimore Avenue, with Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) handling county funding questions.
What happens if a resident needs hospital care at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (25 min)?
The nurse sends the plan and medication list with the resident, coordinates with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (25 min), and manages the return instructions.
Does Bell Elite accept VA benefits for Philadelphia 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. Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) also screens Philadelphia County residents for state-funded care.
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