Ecumenical Retirement Community

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  • Interior

    A formal dining room setup with a round table, white tablecloth, and elegant chairs, surrounded by artwork on the walls.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with patterned sofas and armchairs, a TV, and a bookshelf.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with two pink armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and various plants for decoration.
  • Building

    A view of a hotel building with a well-maintained lawn and parked cars under a cloudy sky.
  • Architecture

    An outdoor gazebo surrounded by a garden with several picnic tables inside.
  • Windows

    A cozy outdoor patio area with chairs and decorative plants.
  • Artwork

    A meeting room with a round wooden table, green upholstered chairs, a bookshelf filled with books, two computers on desks, a piano, and framed artwork on the walls.
  • Game Room

    A cozy game room setup with a round wooden table and chairs, featuring a shuffleboard table in the background.

Ecumenical Retirement Community

624 Wilhelm Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro The Ecumenical Retirement Community is very nice and the visitors are pleased with it.
    • pro The staff members who gave the tour were great and extraordinary.
    • pro The assisted living room shown during the tour was very nice.
    • pro The dining area is well-organized, clean, and has delicious food.
    • pro The staff members at the community are very nice and friendly towards residents.
    • pro The private rooms at the community are clean and accommodating.
    • pro They offer a variety of activities including shopping trips, bus rides, holiday parties, games, and church services.
    • pro Communication with the staff has been good and they have been helpful to residents.
    • pro The food provided at the community is good and liked by the residents.
    • pro Amenities such as exercise areas, outside sitting areas, barbershop, nails services, sitting room, activity room, and physical therapy room are available for resident use at Ecumenical Retirement Community.

    Cons

    • pro Some staff members at the Ecumenical Retirement Community are not as friendly as others.
    • pro The staff turnover at the community seems to be high.
    • pro The dining area at the community is described as "typical" and not spectacular.
    • pro Certain staff members at the community are not accommodating.
    • pro There might be a lack of variety in activities offered, as mentioned by one reviewer.
    • pro The communication with the staff at the community could possibly be improved.
    • pro It is mentioned that the room for assisted living shown during a tour was nice, but it is unclear if all rooms meet the same standard of quality.
    • pro The reviewer's mother only describes her experience as being "fine," which may imply a lack of enthusiasm or satisfaction with certain aspects of the community.

    Review

    The Ecumenical Retirement Community seems to have left a positive impression on multiple individuals and their families. From the very first visit, it was evident that the community had much to offer, as everything there was nice and the people met were extraordinary. The staff who provided the tour were praised for their friendliness and knowledge. A specific focus on assisted living revealed a very nice room that showcased the quality of care available.

    One family member mentioned that they enjoyed a delicious lunch during their visit and expressed satisfaction with the dining area's cleanliness and organization. Additionally, they noted that several gardens added a touch of serenity to the surroundings. The kindness exhibited by staff members stood out, particularly for the family member's father who appreciated feeling welcomed by everyone.

    Another reviewer shared their experience of having their mother currently reside in the retirement community. They found it adequate for her level of care and expressed contentment with her private room's cleanliness. The accommodating nature of the staff was highlighted as well as the excellent quality of food served at mealtimes. Although certain staff members were not consistently friendly, this did not overshadow some genuinely good individuals who made a positive impact.

    Most recently, another family member shared their brother's initial impressions after just four days at the community. They commended both communication and staff members, emphasizing their kindness and helpfulness. The food was described as satisfactory, leaving no complaints from this particular resident thus far. Noteworthy amenities included an exercise area, outdoor seating areas, a barbershop, nail services, communal sitting rooms, an activity room, and even a physical therapy room.

    Overall, these reviews provide an overall favorable opinion of the Ecumenical Retirement Community. From its pleasant ambiance to its accommodating staff members and various activities offered onsite, it appears to cater well to residents' needs at different levels of care. While there may be occasional instances of less friendly staff or turnover in personnel reported by some individuals, many others have spoken highly of the facility's positive environment.

    Features

    Housing

    • 88 resident community capacity 88 resident community capacity

    Types of Care

    • Assisted Living Assisted Living
    • Independent Living Independent Living
    • Memory Care Memory Care
    • Respite Care Respite Care

    Amenities

    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
    • Beauty salon Beauty salon
    • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
    • Computer center Computer center
    • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
    • Dining room Dining room
    • Fitness room Fitness room
    • Fully furnished Fully furnished
    • Gaming room Gaming room
    • Garden Garden
    • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
    • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
    • Kitchenette Kitchenette
    • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
    • Outdoor space Outdoor space
    • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
    • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
    • Small library Small library
    • Telephone Telephone
    • Wellness center Wellness center
    • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

    Care Services

    • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
    • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
    • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
    • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Diabetic care Diabetic care
    • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
    • Medication management Medication management
    • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
    • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

    Dining

    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Meals provided Meals provided
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

    Activities

    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
    • Concierge services Concierge services
    • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
    • Fitness programs Fitness programs
    • Planned day trips Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

    Description

    Welcome to the Ecumenical Retirement Community in Harrisburg, PA, where we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care for seniors in a warm and supportive environment. Our community offers a range of care services including Independent Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care to meet the unique needs of each resident.

    When it comes to amenities, we have thoughtfully designed our community to ensure comfort and convenience. Residents can enjoy air-conditioned living spaces and stay connected with cable or satellite TV and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet. Our beauty salon is available for residents looking for some pampering, while our computer center allows them to stay engaged with technology. Devotional services off-site provide spiritual support, while our on-site dining room offers restaurant-style dining experiences.

    Our dedicated team provides 24-hour call system and supervision to ensure the safety and well-being of every resident. We offer assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers, allowing residents to maintain their independence while receiving the necessary support they need. Medication management ensures that medications are taken properly, while special dietary restrictions such as diabetic care are diligently accommodated.

    At Ecumenical Retirement Community, we believe that staying active is important for overall well-being. Residents can enjoy our fitness room, engage in community-sponsored activities, participate in planned day trips or resident-run activities, and benefit from our mental wellness program. For those who prefer more relaxed moments, our small library provides a quiet haven for reading or leisurely pursuits.

    Our prime location offers easy access to various amenities near our community. With numerous cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices nearby residents can conveniently fulfill their daily needs. Additionally, a variety of restaurants cater to different culinary preferences while places of worship are easily accessible for spiritual nourishment. Theaters offer entertainment options while nearby hospitals provide peace of mind knowing that medical care is within close proximity.

    In conclusion, at the Ecumenical Retirement Community in Harrisburg, PA, we strive to create a welcoming and enriching environment for our residents. With a range of care services, top-notch amenities, engaging activities, and a convenient location, we provide an assisted living community where seniors can thrive and enjoy their golden years to the fullest.

    Nearby Places of Interest

    Cafes

    • Starbucks (0.4 miles)
    • Tomato Pie Cafe (1.7 miles)
    • Starbucks (2.3 miles)
    • Little Amps Coffee Roasters (3.4 miles)
    • Greystone Public House (4.2 miles)
    • Starbucks (4.4 miles)
    • Starbucks (4.8 miles)

    Restaurants

    • McDonald's (0.5 miles)
    • Wendy's (1 miles)
    • Peachtree Restaurant & Lounge (1.2 miles)
    • Little Saigon Restaurant (1.4 miles)
    • Fiesta Mexico (1.6 miles)
    • Gilligan's Bar & Grill (2.3 miles)
    • Leeds Restaurant & Lounge (2.4 miles)

    Physicians

    • Heritage Medical (0.7 miles)
    • PinnacleHealth Infectious Disease Associates (0.7 miles)
    • Watkin Nipple & Associates (0.8 miles)
    • Caputo Christopher Urology Of Central Pennsylvania Harrisburg (1.1 miles)
    • Penn State Health Diagnostic Center (1.4 miles)
    • Hamilton Health Center (1.9 miles)
    • Sears Hearing Aid Center by Beltone (2.1 miles)

    Pharmacies

    • Rite Aid (0.9 miles)
    • Rite Aid (1 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
    • Jubilant Radiopharma (2 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)

    Places of Worship

    • Community Evangelical Free Church (0.9 miles)
    • Harrisburg Bic Church (1.4 miles)
    • Colonial Park UCC (2.6 miles)
    • Trinity United Methodist Church (3.7 miles)
    • St Andrews In the Valley Episcopal Church (4.5 miles)

    Hospitals

    • PinnacleHealth Community General Osteopathic Hospital (1 miles)
    • Harrisburg State Hospital (2.5 miles)
    • Department Of Surgery (2.8 miles)
    • Alex Grass Medical Sciences Building (2.8 miles)
    • UPMC Pinnnacle Harrisburg (2.9 miles)
    • Labor & Delivery (2.9 miles)
    • Polyclinic Campus (3.7 miles)

    Theaters

    • Regal Harrisburg (2 miles)

    Parks

    • Riverfront Park Harrisburg (3.3 miles)
    • City Island (3.4 miles)
    • Forest Hills Park (5 miles)

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