B'Nai B'Rith Apartments is an assisted living community in Harrisburg, PA.
Information last verified:
130 S 3rd St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.3 from 38 reviews
5 stars
15
4 stars
7
3 stars
3
2 stars
0
1 stars
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Overall Review of B'Nai B'Rith Apartments
caveat8 reviews mention this
Safety and cleanliness get mixed
Several residents describe unsafe conditions and serious security concerns within the building.
Some residents say the building is no longer safe, pointing to issues like mold, pests, and threats from other residents. There are also complaints about privacy and staff behavior, including reported use of master keys and residents being told visitors must leave. A few residents counter that the building is clean, but safety-related complaints recur across multiple reviews.
common2 reviews mention this
Some residents praise cleanliness
A couple of residents mention the building and areas feeling clean.
A few reviews specifically call out cleanliness, including comments about the building being clean and a renovated or well-kept space for services. These positives show up alongside other, more negative maintenance and condition concerns, so it does not appear universal.
common2 reviews mention this
Security checks at entrances
Residents point to entrance monitoring and door sign-in as a security benefit.
One resident mentions a doorman process with ID sign-in, and another highlights security monitoring at the front door and in elevators. At the same time, a different reviewer says there are no security guards on certain days, which may contribute to the mixed feel around safety.
common3 reviews mention this
Staff can be friendly and responsive
Residents describe some staff members as friendly and helpful.
Positive reviews mention friendly staff and improvements under a new vice manager, along with maintenance support that residents found welcoming. Other reviews describe staff as rude or dismissive and say they had trouble getting help with leaks, so experiences vary.
common2 reviews mention this
Activities and community events
Residents mention on-site activities like monthly events and bingo.
Several residents talk about in-house activities for residents, and one review specifically calls out bingo. This lines up with the community offering activities on-site, including devotional programming.
common5 reviews mention this
Close to public transport and care
Residents like the location for easy access to transit and nearby hospitals.
Multiple reviews emphasize convenience to buses, a transportation center, and proximity to a hospital. That same convenience appears supported by nearby medical facilities within about a tenth to a few tenths of a mile.
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Assisted Living
Activities on-site
Devotional services off-site
Indoor common areas
Harrisburg International (8 miles away)
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Meals provided
Convenient access to healthcare, dining, parks, and cultural venues.
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