Personal Care Home in Drexel Hill, PA
Compassionate, nurse-led personal care in a real home — not a facility. Located in Lansdowne, PA — just 1.5 miles from Drexel Hill.
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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.
Personal Care Home in Drexel Hill, PA
What does personal care home in Delaware County actually buy? A room, meals, supervision, medication, and a nurse who is accountable. Whether those cost $5,900 or $9,000 a month depends on the license and the staffing model, not the chandelier.
Price the personal care home market in Delaware County honestly and the band is wide: $4,200 – $7,800 a month for personal care, about $6,300 for assisted living, $30 – $34 an hour for home care that stops at 40 hours. We quote one all-inclusive figure from $5,900 and Drexel Hill families reach the door in about 5 minutes by 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. Practically, Delaware County families see it as private or semi-private room in a 6-resident home, 24-hour caregiver assistance and supervision, nurse-led medication management and health monitoring, plus the nurse oversight that makes the difference when a Drexel Hill parent refuses a medication or stops eating.
Because the house holds six, a room turnover is a real decision rather than a spreadsheet line. That means Drexel Hill families asking about personal care home get an honest answer about whether this setting suits their parent — including when a higher clinical level or a different county is the better choice.
The short answer
Bell Elite Senior Living provides personal care home for Drexel Hill, PA families from a licensed 6-resident personal care home in Lansdowne, PA — 1.5 miles and about 5 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 Drexel Hill
1.5 miles, about 5 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: Drexel Hill Shopping Center, Aronimink Golf Club, Drexel Hill Middle School.
How Personal Care Home Works for a Drexel Hill Family
Drexel Hill families usually arrive at personal care home after a hospitalization or a fall. The first weeks are about rebuilding the routine; the rest is about keeping it.
Distance matters as much as price: 1.5 miles from Drexel Hill, roughly 5 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476, with Delaware County Memorial Hospital (5 min) the nearest acute partner. Delaware County personal care rates run $4,200 – $7,800 a month; our all-inclusive personal care home range is $5,900 to $7,500.
Why Families in Drexel Hill Choose Bell Elite for Personal Care Home
Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities
Nurse oversight for personal care home
Personal Care Home 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."
Personal Care Home in Drexel Hill: the setting
Six residents total — the whole house, for personal care home as much as for anything else. A Drexel Hill family can learn every name and routine in one visit.
What Drexel Hill families actually pay
At $5,900 to $7,500 a month, personal care home 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 Drexel Hill
The personal care home handover from Delaware County Memorial 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 Personal Care Home 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 Personal Care Home
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 Personal Care Home 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 Drexel Hill, PA
a close-knit Delaware County community just minutes from Lansdowne, known for its tree-lined streets and family-friendly atmosphere. Drexel Hill families choose Bell Elite for our proximity and our nurse-led approach to personal care.
Families from Drexel Hill 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 Drexel Hill and the surrounding Delaware County area.
Nearby Landmarks
- Drexel Hill Shopping Center
- Aronimink Golf Club
- Drexel Hill Middle School
Nearby Hospitals
- Delaware County Memorial Hospital (5 min)
- Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital (8 min)
Why Choose Bell Elite for Personal Care Home in Drexel Hill?
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 Drexel Hill choose our nurse-led home over large facilities
Transparent Pricing for Drexel Hill 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 Drexel Hill 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
Personal Care Home in Drexel Hill — Frequently Asked Questions
How do Delaware County rates for personal care home 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 personal care home — room, meals, 24-hour caregivers, medication management and nurse oversight — with no level-of-care add-ons.
How long is the drive from Drexel Hill for a personal care home visit?
Roughly 5 minutes by car (1.5 miles) using Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476, so evening personal care home visits from Drexel Hill are realistic rather than a weekend expedition.
What oversight applies to personal care home 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 Drexel Hill family qualifies for.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.
How much does a personal care home cost?
Bell Elite's personal care rates start at $5,900/month for our Essential tier, $6,500/month for Supportive, and $7,500/month for Comprehensive care. All tiers include 24-hour care, meals, medication management, and daily activities. VA Aid & Attendance benefits can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs for veterans and their spouses. For a Drexel Hill family specifically, that means a 5 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 is a personal care home?
A personal care home is a residential setting where seniors receive 24-hour assistance with daily living activities — bathing, dressing, medication management, meals, and personal care — in a small, home-like environment rather than a large institutional facility. For a Drexel Hill family specifically, that means a 5 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 Delaware County Memorial Hospital (5 min)?
The nurse sends the plan and medication list with the resident, coordinates with Delaware County Memorial Hospital (5 min), and manages the return instructions.
Does Bell Elite accept VA benefits for Drexel Hill 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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