Elder Care in Media, PA
Elder care with dignity — nurse-led, family-owned, deeply personal. Located in Lansdowne, PA — just 4 miles from Media.
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.
Elder Care in Media, PA
Most Media families comparing elder care options are working from a hospital discharge date, not a blank calendar, so this page leads with the facts that decide a placement in Delaware County: cost, license, drive time, and clinical coverage.
What Media families find when they call around: $4,200 – $7,800 a month at Delaware County personal care homes, $6,300 as the assisted living median, and $30 – $34 an hour if they stay home with an aide. Our elder care is $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive, 12 minutes from Media, with nothing added at the second invoice.
What elder care covers day to day: private or semi-private room in a 6-resident home, 24-hour caregiver assistance and supervision, nurse-led medication management and health monitoring, three home-cooked meals daily plus snacks and hydration. What it does not: skilled nursing, which needs a clinical facility and which we will tell you plainly before you move anyone from Media.
One question worth asking any Delaware County provider about elder care: who is awake overnight? Not on call, awake. Ours is a caregiver who knows the resident's baseline, and a nurse reachable in minutes — that is the difference between a fall caught early and a night in Riddle Hospital (5 min).
The short answer
Bell Elite Senior Living provides elder care for Media, PA families from a licensed 6-resident personal care home in Lansdowne, PA — 4 miles and about 12 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 Media
4 miles, about 12 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: Media Theatre, State Street Shopping, Ridley Creek State Park.
How Elder Care Works for a Media Family
Elder Care at its practical core is help with bathing, dressing, medication, meals and supervision, delivered by people who know the resident's name and preferences.
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 elder care, 4 miles from Media — about 12 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.
Why Families in Media Choose Bell Elite for Elder Care
Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities
Nurse oversight for elder care
Riddle Hospital (5 min) and Delaware County Memorial Hospital (12 min) discharge planners work directly with our nurse on elder care, so a Media family leaving the hospital has a written plan, a medication list and a room ready.
Elder Care in Media: the setting
Everyone eats at the same table for elder care, caregivers included, which is how appetite and mood get noticed before they show up on a chart.
What Media families actually pay
No community fee, no second-person fee, no à la carte elder care levels. The invoice a Media family gets is the number quoted on the tour, which is not how Delaware County campuses usually work.
Getting to us from Media
Tours are scheduled around the family, including evenings and weekends, and you meet the nurse who would actually write the elder care plan.
How Elder Care 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 Elder Care
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 Elder Care 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 Media, PA
the county seat of Delaware County, known as 'Everybody's Hometown' for its charming State Street dining and shopping district. Media families appreciate Bell Elite's nurse-led care model and our short drive from the Media area.
Families from Media 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 Media and the surrounding Delaware County area.
Nearby Landmarks
- Media Theatre
- State Street Shopping
- Ridley Creek State Park
Nearby Hospitals
- Riddle Hospital (5 min)
- Delaware County Memorial Hospital (12 min)
Why Choose Bell Elite for Elder Care in Media?
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 Media choose our nurse-led home over large facilities
Transparent Pricing for Media 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 Media 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
Elder Care in Media — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does elder care cost in Delaware County?
Plan on $5,900 to $7,500 a month here for elder care, 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.
Can a Media family visit easily?
Yes. Families from Media usually come two or three times a week for elder care; the drive is 12 minutes, and the family portal covers the days they cannot.
Who licenses elder care for Delaware County residents?
Ask for the license number and the most recent inspection report — DHS licenses and inspects every personal care home in Delaware County under Chapter 2600. Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) handles county-level funding questions for elder care.
What is elder care?
Elder care encompasses the services that help older adults live safely and comfortably — including assistance with daily activities, medication management, meals, personal care, health monitoring, and social engagement. Bell Elite provides elder care in a small, home-like setting with nurse oversight. For a Media family specifically, that means a 12 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.
How do I find quality elder care near me?
Look for a licensed, nurse-led facility with a small resident count, family ownership, transparent pricing, and positive reviews. Bell Elite checks all these boxes — schedule a free tour to see the difference our small, nurse-led home makes. For a Media family specifically, that means a 12 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.
Can a Media resident keep their own physician?
Yes. Residents keep their own physicians, and we transport to appointments around Riddle Hospital (5 min) when elder care needs outside care.
Does Bell Elite accept VA benefits for Media 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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