Respite Care in Philadelphia, PA
Respite care — rest for caregivers, excellent care for loved ones. Located in Lansdowne, PA — just 8 miles from Philadelphia.
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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.
Respite Care in Philadelphia, PA
Choosing respite care in Philadelphia County is rarely a search for luxury — it is a search for someone who will notice the difference when a resident's appetite, balance or mood changes. That is a staffing question before it is a price question.
A Philadelphia family budgeting respite care should know three Philadelphia County numbers: $4,800 – $8,600 a month for personal care, $6,900 as the assisted-living median, and $32 – $36 an hour for home care. Our all-inclusive rate starts at $5,900 and covers the overnight, the meals and the nurse oversight — about 25 minutes away via I-95, the Schuylkill Expressway and Baltimore Avenue.
The practical test for respite care is whether the day still works when something changes. Here it does: same nurse-led care as our long-term residents, private or semi-private room with all amenities, all meals, snacks, and personal care included, and a nurse who re-writes the plan rather than escalating it to a corporate office. Family caregivers who need a break, seniors recovering from surgery or illness, or families evaluating long-term care options through a short-term stay.
Consider the drive from Center City on a Tuesday evening, not on a tour day, once respite care is in place. Philadelphia families describe the real test as this: can two adults still hold jobs and still see a parent three times a week? A Philadelphia County location within minutes of Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (25 min) is what makes that workable.
The short answer
Bell Elite Senior Living provides respite care 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 Respite Care Works for a Philadelphia Family
Most respite care stays run one to four weeks, with no minimum that forces a Philadelphia family into a longer contract than the situation needs.
In Philadelphia County terms: personal care home rates run $4,800 – $8,600 a month, the assisted living median is about $6,900, and home care at $32 – $36 an hour covers roughly 40 hours a week. Bell Elite is $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive for respite care, 8 miles from Philadelphia — about 25 minutes via I-95, the Schuylkill Expressway and Baltimore Avenue.
Why Families in Philadelphia Choose Bell Elite for Respite Care
Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities
Nurse oversight for respite care
Every respite care resident has one accountable clinician. Not a care director in another county, not a hotline: the nurse who knows the Philadelphia family's name.
Respite Care in Philadelphia: the setting
Small by design: six residents means the caregiver ratio for respite care stays low through the overnight, when larger Philadelphia County buildings run thinnest.
What Philadelphia families actually pay
Long-term care insurance can be assigned to us for respite care, and we bill the policy directly so a Philadelphia family is not fronting $5,900 and waiting for reimbursement.
Getting to us from Philadelphia
Visitors are welcome without an appointment, and the family portal shares shift notes, medications and appointments so Philadelphia relatives who cannot drive in still follow the respite care day.
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
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 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.
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 Respite Care 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
Respite Care in Philadelphia — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does respite care cost in Philadelphia County?
Plan on $5,900 to $7,500 a month here for respite care, all-inclusive. For comparison, Philadelphia County assisted living medians run about $6,900 before care-level fees, and home care at $32 – $36 an hour only covers around 40 hours a week.
How long is the drive from Philadelphia for a respite care visit?
Roughly 25 minutes by car (8 miles) using I-95, the Schuylkill Expressway and Baltimore Avenue, so evening respite care visits from Philadelphia are realistic rather than a weekend expedition.
What oversight applies to respite care in Philadelphia County?
Pennsylvania DHS licenses personal care homes under 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 and inspects them on a published schedule. Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) can also confirm which funding a Philadelphia family qualifies for.
Can respite care become permanent?
Yes. Many families start with a respite stay to evaluate our home, then transition to long-term care if it's a good fit. This allows your loved one to experience Bell Elite before making a permanent decision. 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.
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 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.
What does the family portal include?
Shift notes, medications, appointments, documents and video calls, so family members outside Philadelphia see the same information.
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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