Hospice Support in Media, PA
Hospice support — comfort, dignity, and compassion at end of life. 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.
Hospice Support in Media, PA
Families in Media weighing hospice support ask us one question more than any other: how long can you keep my mother before she has to move again? The answer lives in Delaware County regulations and in who writes the care plan, so both are set out below.
Delaware County has one of the densest concentrations of personal care beds in Pennsylvania, so hospice support prices here cluster between $4,200 – $7,800 a month depending on the license and the staffing model. Assisted living medians run near $6,300 and home care $30 – $34 an hour. Ours is one all-inclusive rate from $5,900, 4 miles and 12 minutes from Media.
Seniors with specific medical conditions — diabetes, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, heart disease, COPD, or mobility challenges — who need specialized care in a residential setting. For hospice support in Media that usually looks like nurse-led care plans tailored to specific medical conditions, 24-hour caregiver assistance and health monitoring, medication management and physician coordination — with the plan written by a nurse rather than assigned by a sales office. Families near Media Theatre tend to compare us with the large Delaware County campuses first; the difference they notice is six residents instead of sixty.
For hospice support to be safe, the medication list has to be owned by one clinician. Here the nurse orders, pours, documents and reconciles it with the pharmacy, and calls the physicians at Riddle Hospital (5 min) directly rather than passing messages through a family.
The short answer
Bell Elite Senior Living provides hospice support 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 Hospice Support Works for a Media Family
Chronic conditions behind hospice support are managed quietly, in the routine — medication timing, meals, hydration, mobility and skin checks — rather than through a separate clinical unit that pulls residents out of their home.
Distance matters as much as price: 4 miles from Media, roughly 12 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476, with Riddle Hospital (5 min) the nearest acute partner. Delaware County personal care rates run $4,200 – $7,800 a month; our all-inclusive hospice support range is $5,900 to $7,500.
Why Families in Media Choose Bell Elite for Hospice Support
Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities
Nurse oversight for hospice support
For hospice support that means a written plan covering what is monitored, how often, and which Delaware County specialists are already involved — shown to families on the first tour.
Hospice Support in Media: the setting
A licensed personal care home for hospice support, with a private or semi-private room, home-cooked meals and a front door Media families walk through without signing in at a desk.
What Media families actually pay
Ask any Delaware County provider for the all-in monthly number for hospice support, then for the add-ons. We publish both — there are none — so a budget set in Media holds for the year.
Getting to us from Media
About a 12 minutes drive from Media via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476 for hospice support visits — close enough for a weekday evening, not just Sundays.
How Hospice Support Works at Bell Elite
Our nurse-led process from first call to ongoing care
Step 1: Medical Assessment
An RN reviews your loved one's specific medical condition, current treatments, and care requirements.
Step 2: Specialized Care Plan
Our nursing team builds a care plan tailored to the specific condition — diabetes, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, heart disease, or COPD.
Step 3: Condition-Specific Care
24-hour caregiver assistance with condition-specific needs — blood sugar monitoring, mobility support, wound care, or respiratory support.
Step 4: Health Monitoring
Regular vital sign monitoring, symptom tracking, and nurse-led assessments to catch changes early.
Step 5: Physician Coordination
Our nurses coordinate with your loved one's physicians, specialists, and home health services.
What's Included in Our Hospice Support
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 Hospice Support Right for Your Loved One?
Seniors with specific medical conditions — diabetes, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, heart disease, COPD, or mobility challenges — who need specialized care in a residential setting.
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 Hospice Support 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
Hospice Support in Media — Frequently Asked Questions
How do Delaware County rates for hospice support compare with Bell Elite?
Delaware County personal care homes publish $4,200 – $7,800 a month and assisted living medians sit near $6,300. Bell Elite is $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive for hospice support — room, meals, 24-hour caregivers, medication management and nurse oversight — with no level-of-care add-ons.
How far is Bell Elite from Media?
About 4 miles and 12 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476. Riddle Hospital (5 min) is the closest acute partner, which keeps the same physicians involved after a move from Media.
How do I verify a Delaware County personal care license before I tour?
Every Delaware County personal care home holds a DHS Chapter 2600 license and is inspected against those regulations; Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) separately screens families for county and waiver-funded care.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.
Can hospice care be provided at Bell Elite?
Yes. Bell Elite works with hospice providers who visit our home to provide specialized end-of-life care, including pain management, spiritual support, and family counseling. Our caregivers provide 24-hour comfort care and emotional support. 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 you support families during hospice?
We provide regular updates, flexible visiting hours, emotional support, and coordination with hospice staff. Our small home allows families to spend meaningful time with their loved one in a comfortable, private setting. 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 quickly could a room open for a Media family?
Usually within days for Media families; we will tell you honestly if the next opening is later.
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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