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Senior Activities Program in Media, PA

A senior activities program — every day brings something meaningful. Located in Lansdowne, PA — just 4 miles from Media.

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Only 6 Residents
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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.

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

Senior Activities Program in Media, PA

There are more senior activities program listings near Media than there are caregivers to staff them, which is why Delaware County families tell us the brochures all read the same. Here are the local numbers instead.

Delaware County is one of the densest concentrations of personal care beds in Pennsylvania. Personal care rates run $4,200 – $7,800 a month, the assisted living median sits near $6,300, and home care at $30 – $34 an hour buys roughly 40 hours a week. Bell Elite's all-inclusive senior activities program starts at $5,900 — 4 miles from Media, about 12 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.

The practical test for senior activities program is whether the day still works when something changes. Here it does: home-cooked meals with dietary accommodations, social interaction and community building, outdoor time and gentle exercise programs, and a nurse who re-writes the plan rather than escalating it to a corporate office. Families who want their loved one to not just be cared for, but to thrive — with meaningful daily engagement, social connection, and a rich quality of life.

Consider the drive from Media Theatre on a Tuesday evening, not on a tour day, once senior activities program is in place. Media families describe the real test as this: can two adults still hold jobs and still see a parent three times a week? A Delaware County location within minutes of Riddle Hospital (5 min) is what makes that workable.

The short answer

Bell Elite Senior Living provides senior activities program 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 Senior Activities Program Works for a Media Family

With six residents, Media families find senior activities program is personal: a garden, a card game, a church service, a walk to Media Theatre — not a bus roster with a fixed schedule.

In Delaware County terms: personal care home rates run $4,200 – $7,800 a month, the assisted living median is about $6,300, and home care at $30 – $34 an hour covers roughly 40 hours a week. Bell Elite is $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive for senior activities program, 4 miles from Media — about 12 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.

Why Families in Media Choose Bell Elite for Senior Activities Program

Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities

Nurse oversight for senior activities program

For senior activities program, daily nurse oversight is the difference that matters: medication is poured, documented and re-checked by a licensed professional rather than left to a medication aide.

Senior Activities Program in Media: the setting

A real kitchen, a sunroom and a yard, ten minutes from Media Theatre, so Media visitors come for coffee rather than a scheduled appointment.

What Media families actually pay

Rate changes are given in writing with 30 days' notice, and senior activities program here never re-prices because a resident's care level went up — the tiers only apply at move-in.

Getting to us from Media

4 miles from Media and minutes from Media Theatre — short enough that a spouse can still be there for dinner several nights a week.

How Senior Activities Program 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 Senior Activities Program

All-inclusive care with no hidden fees

Engaging daily activities tailored to each resident's interests
Home-cooked meals with dietary accommodations
Social interaction and community building
Outdoor time and gentle exercise programs
Music, art, and cognitive stimulation activities
Celebration of birthdays, holidays, and special occasions
Coordination with Delaware County home health, PT and hospice agencies when needed
Monthly call to review the senior activities program plan and any changes
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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

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The best way to experience Bell Elite is in person. Tour our home, meet our nursing team, and feel the difference.

Is Senior Activities Program Right for Your Loved One?

Families who want their loved one to not just be cared for, but to thrive — with meaningful daily engagement, social connection, and a rich quality of life.

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 Media, PA

4 miles from Media — 12 minutes drive

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 Senior Activities Program 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

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 Media
4 miles (12 minutes)
Varies by facility

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

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 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

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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

Senior Activities Program in Media — Frequently Asked Questions

How much does senior activities program cost in Delaware County?

Plan on $5,900 to $7,500 a month here for senior activities program, all-inclusive. For comparison, Delaware County assisted living medians run about $6,300 before care-level fees, and home care at $30 – $34 an hour only covers around 40 hours a week.

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.

What activities are included?

Bell Elite's activities program includes music therapy, art activities, puzzles and games, reminiscence activities, gentle exercise, outdoor time, social gatherings, birthday and holiday celebrations, and more. 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 tailor activities to each resident?

Bell Elite's small 6-resident home allows us to personalize activities based on each resident's interests, abilities, cognitive level, and preferences. We encourage participation but respect individual comfort levels. 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.

Who supervises care overnight?

Awake caregivers are on site overnight with a nurse on call, and every shift is documented before handover.

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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