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Respite Care in Ardmore, PA

Respite care — rest for caregivers, excellent care for loved ones. Located in Lansdowne, PA — just 5 miles from Ardmore.

Talk to a nurse, not a salesperson — call (484) 356-1070.

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Living room with fireplace
Chef's kitchen with island
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Only 6 Residents
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Family-Owned

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.

RN — Registered NurseLPN — Licensed Practical NursePMHNP — Psychiatric Mental Health NPFNP — Family Nurse Practitioner

Respite Care in Ardmore, PA

Families in Ardmore usually start this search after a hospital stay or a fall, and what they need is a straight answer: what respite care costs in Montgomery County, who is licensed to provide it, and how far it is from home.

What Ardmore families find when they call around: $5,200 – $9,400 a month at Montgomery County personal care homes, $7,600 as the assisted living median, and $33 – $38 an hour if they stay home with an aide. Our respite care is $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive, 15 minutes from Ardmore, with nothing added at the second invoice.

Family caregivers who need a break, seniors recovering from surgery or illness, or families evaluating long-term care options through a short-term stay. For respite care in Ardmore that usually looks like flexible stays from a few days to several weeks, same nurse-led care as our long-term residents, private or semi-private room with all amenities — with the plan written by a nurse rather than assigned by a sales office. Families near Suburban Square tend to compare us with the large Montgomery County campuses first; the difference they notice is six residents instead of sixty.

If you are searching for respite care specifically, the question worth asking on the tour is who supervises the care day to day. For Ardmore families the answer here is a registered nurse who writes the plan, trains the caregivers, and speaks to the physicians at Lankenau Medical Center (5 min) by name — not a regional manager two counties away.

The short answer

Bell Elite Senior Living provides respite care for Ardmore, PA families from a licensed 6-resident personal care home in Lansdowne, PA — 5 miles and about 15 minutes away — starting at $5,900 per month with daily registered-nurse oversight.

What Care Costs in Montgomery 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
Montgomery County personal care home range$5,200 – $9,400/mo
Montgomery County assisted living median$7,600/mo
Home care in Montgomery County$33 – $38/hr
Nursing home, semi-private room$14,600/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 Montgomery County

Montgomery County personal care homes are licensed by DHS under Chapter 2600, with county protective services able to inspect on complaint.

Licensing body: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Families can also call Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services — the county agency handles options assessments and the aging waiver that can pay for personal care.

Getting to us from Ardmore

5 miles, about 15 minutes, via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway.

Lankenau, Bryn Mawr Hospital and Abington Hospital are the acute-care systems residents here usually come from.

Landmarks: Suburban Square, Ardmore Farmers Market, Ardmore Music Hall.

How Respite Care Works for a Ardmore Family

Respite Care here is the same care, room and menu as a long-term resident, just for a fixed number of days — which is why Ardmore families use it to test the fit before committing.

In Montgomery County terms: personal care home rates run $5,200 – $9,400 a month, the assisted living median is about $7,600, and home care at $33 – $38 an hour covers roughly 40 hours a week. Bell Elite is $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive for respite care, 5 miles from Ardmore — about 15 minutes via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway.

Why Families in Ardmore Choose Bell Elite for Respite Care

Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities

Nurse oversight for respite care

The nurse owns the medication list, orders, reconciles it with the pharmacy and calls the Lankenau Medical Center (5 min) physicians directly instead of relaying messages through the family.

Respite Care in Ardmore: the setting

One household rather than a wing of respite care: the same caregivers every week, a shared dining table, and none of the corridor noise that makes Montgomery County campuses hard for someone with hearing or memory loss.

What Ardmore families actually pay

VA Aid and Attendance can offset about $2,100 a month for a qualifying veteran or surviving spouse, and we prepare the respite care paperwork with the family rather than handing over a form.

Getting to us from Ardmore

A Ardmore family can start respite care with a trial stay first, then decide about a permanent room without losing the date.

How Respite Care Works at Bell Elite

Our nurse-led process from first call to ongoing care

Step 1: Short-Stay Assessment

An RN reviews your loved one's current care needs, medications, and any recovery requirements.

Step 2: Comfortable Room

Your loved one settles into a private or semi-private room with all amenities — same as our long-term residents.

Step 3: Same Nurse-Led Care

Full access to the same nurse-led care, meals, activities, and caregiver assistance as long-term residents.

Step 4: Activities & Social

Engaging daily activities and social interaction with our small community of 6 residents.

Step 5: Transition Support

Seamless transition to long-term care if needed, or support returning home with care recommendations.

What's Included in Our Respite Care

All-inclusive care with no hidden fees

Medication management and health monitoring
Engaging activities and social interaction
Family communication and care coordination
Seamless transition to long-term care if needed
Flexible stays from a few days to several weeks
Same nurse-led care as our long-term residents
Family portal updates written by the caregiver on shift, not a monthly newsletter
Trial overnight stays before a Ardmore family commits to a move
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A Glimpse Inside Bell Elite

A warm, family-like residence — not an institution. Every space is designed for comfort, safety, and dignity.

Living room with fireplace
Chef's kitchen with island
Furnished bedroom
Bright sunroom with natural light
Modern bathroom with grab bars
Bell Elite home exterior

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 Respite Care Right for Your Loved One?

Family caregivers who need a break, seniors recovering from surgery or illness, or families evaluating long-term care options through a short-term stay.

Not sure? Our nursing team offers free, no-pressure consultations to help you decide. Call (484) 356-1070 or schedule a tour.

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Serving Families from Ardmore, PA

5 miles from Ardmore — 15 minutes drive

a vibrant Main Line community straddling Montgomery and Delaware Counties, known for Suburban Square shopping and the Ardmore Farmers Market. Ardmore families value Bell Elite's nurse-led care and our short drive from the Main Line.

Families from Ardmore 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 Ardmore and the surrounding Main Line area.

Nearby Landmarks

  • Suburban Square
  • Ardmore Farmers Market
  • Ardmore Music Hall

Nearby Hospitals

  • Lankenau Medical Center (5 min)
  • Bryn Mawr Hospital (8 min)

Why Choose Bell Elite for Respite Care in Ardmore?

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 Ardmore choose our nurse-led home over large facilities

Feature
Bell Elite
Typical Assisted Living
Nurse oversight
24/7 RN on-site and on call
Nurse visits periodically or on-call only
Resident count
Maximum 6 residents
50 to 200+ residents
Caregiver ratio
1:3 during day, 1:6 at night
1:15 to 1:20+
Staff consistency
Same caregivers every day
Rotating staff, high turnover
Care plan reviews
Weekly by RN
Monthly or quarterly
Family communication
Direct nurse access, open door
Scheduled calls, visiting hours
Environment
Real home, 6 residents
Institutional facility
Distance from Ardmore
5 miles (15 minutes)
Varies by facility

Transparent Pricing for Ardmore 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

Most Popular

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

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Estimate Your Ardmore 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

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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

Respite Care in Ardmore — Frequently Asked Questions

How much does respite care cost in Montgomery County?

Plan on $5,900 to $7,500 a month here for respite care, all-inclusive. For comparison, Montgomery County assisted living medians run about $7,600 before care-level fees, and home care at $33 – $38 an hour only covers around 40 hours a week.

Can a Ardmore family visit easily?

Yes. Families from Ardmore usually come two or three times a week for respite care; the drive is 15 minutes, and the family portal covers the days they cannot.

Who licenses respite care for Montgomery County residents?

Ask for the license number and the most recent inspection report — DHS licenses and inspects every personal care home in Montgomery County under Chapter 2600. Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services handles county-level funding questions for respite care.

What is respite care?

Respite care is short-term residential care for seniors, providing family caregivers with a break while ensuring their loved one receives professional, 24-hour care. Bell Elite offers respite stays from a few days to several weeks with full nurse-led care. For a Ardmore family specifically, that means a 15 minutes drive to our door via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway, with Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services handling county funding questions.

How much does respite care cost?

Bell Elite's respite care is priced at a daily rate based on the care level needed. Contact us for current rates and availability. Short-term stays include all meals, care, activities, and nurse-led medication management. For a Ardmore family specifically, that means a 15 minutes drive to our door via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway, with Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services handling county funding questions.

Are visitors and pets welcome?

Visitors are welcome without an appointment, and well-behaved pets are welcome on visits and, with the nurse's agreement, to live here.

Does Bell Elite accept VA benefits for Ardmore 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. Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services also screens Montgomery County residents for state-funded care.

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