Personal Care Home in Philadelphia, PA
Compassionate, nurse-led personal care in a real home — not a facility. 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.
Personal Care Home in Philadelphia, PA
There are more personal care home listings near Philadelphia than there are caregivers to staff them, which is why Philadelphia County families tell us the brochures all read the same. Here are the local numbers instead.
Philadelphia County has the largest and most competitive senior care market in the state, so personal care home prices here cluster between $4,800 – $8,600 a month depending on the license and the staffing model. Assisted living medians run near $6,900 and home care $32 – $36 an hour. Ours is one all-inclusive rate from $5,900, 8 miles and 25 minutes from Philadelphia.
The practical test for personal care home 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, personal care home 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 personal care home 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 Personal Care Home Works for a Philadelphia Family
The work of personal care home happens in small moments — a shower at the right time, a meal that gets eaten, a medication taken without an argument — and it depends on staffing that does not rotate.
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 personal care home, 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 Personal Care Home
Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities
Nurse oversight for personal care home
Vitals, weight, skin and appetite are charted every shift and reviewed by the nurse — which is how personal care home catches the small changes before they become a Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (25 min) readmission.
Personal Care Home in Philadelphia: the setting
The house holds six, so personal care home here is personal by construction: birthdays, church services, a garden, a card game after dinner — not a bus roster.
What Philadelphia families actually pay
Home care in Philadelphia County runs $32 – $36 an hour, which buys roughly 40 hours a week. The same money covers personal care home 24 hours a day here, plus meals and nursing.
Getting to us from Philadelphia
Move-in help from Philadelphia is included: packing, room setup, transferring the pharmacy and introducing the new physician if the family wants one.
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 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 Personal Care Home 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
Personal Care Home in Philadelphia — Frequently Asked Questions
What should a Philadelphia family budget monthly for personal care home?
Yes for most Philadelphia families: personal care home 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 far is Bell Elite from Philadelphia?
About 8 miles and 25 minutes via I-95, the Schuylkill Expressway and Baltimore Avenue. Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (25 min) is the closest acute partner, which keeps the same physicians involved after a move from Philadelphia.
How do I verify a Philadelphia County personal care license before I tour?
Every Philadelphia County personal care home holds a DHS Chapter 2600 license and is inspected against those regulations; Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) separately screens families for county and waiver-funded care.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.
How is a personal care home different from a nursing home?
Personal care homes provide assistance with daily activities and medication management but do not provide skilled nursing services like IV therapy or wound care. They offer a more home-like, intimate setting with fewer residents, while nursing homes are larger, more clinical facilities for residents with complex medical needs. 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.
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 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.
Do you offer trial stays before a permanent move?
Yes — respite stays from a few days to several weeks are the standard way Philadelphia County families test whether personal care home fits.
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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