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Ohesson in Lewistown, PA

Ohesson is an independent living community in Lewistown, PA.

Information last verified:

276 Green Avenue, Lewistown, PA 17044

To contact a resident: (717) 242-1416

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3.7 from 63 reviews
5 stars
37
4 stars
6
3 stars
1
2 stars
2
1 stars
17

Ohesson Costs & Pricing

In reviewing the monthly costs for Ohesson, it is evident that the pricing for a two-bedroom unit stands at $685, aligning perfectly with Mifflin County's rate. This creates a competitive edge relative to the broader state of Pennsylvania, where similar accommodations average significantly higher at approximately $4,242 per month. The consistency in local pricing reflects a stable housing market in Ohesson and Mifflin County, offering residents an affordable option without sacrificing quality or accessibility compared to statewide benchmarks. This positioning not only supports affordability for current residents but also makes it an appealing destination for potential newcomers seeking reasonable living costs within a supportive community.

Floor plansOhessonMifflin CountyPennsylvania
2 Bedrooms$685$685$4,242

Overall Review of Ohesson

differentiator 9 reviews mention this

Rehab and therapy support stands out

Therapy and rehab help residents make real progress during stays.

Several residents and families describe rehab and therapy as a bright spot, including recovery after hospital stays and orthopedic or mobility issues. Reviews mention knowledgeable, kind therapy staff, and at least one person credits physical therapy with measurable strength gains. A dementia caregiver also points specifically to the physical therapy department as a strength. For families looking at short-term rehab, these review patterns line up with the care focus on ambulatory support and medication and diabetes-related care.

common 23 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and attentiveness

Residents and families frequently describe the staff as kind and attentive.

Across multiple reviews, people say staff are friendly, helpful, and caring, with particular praise for nurses and therapy teams. Several also highlight good day-to-day responsiveness, including quick help with needs and staff treating residents with dignity. Some reviews name individual employees and describe professional, supportive communication during a stay. This complements the community’s offering of medication management and ambulatory-focused care services.

common 3 reviews mention this

Clean, organized facility feel

Residents and visitors report the community is well maintained and clean.

A few reviewers specifically call out cleanliness and organization, saying the place felt well maintained and easy to navigate. One review also pairs cleanliness with a calm, quiet environment. These comments stand alongside other positive notes about staff helpfulness and general care experiences.

common 2 reviews mention this

Restaurant-style dining gets praise

Dining is described positively, including the quality of the meals.

A couple of reviews mention food quality in strong terms, including comments that the meals were excellent. The community offers restaurant-style dining along with multiple dietary options, which fits the overall pattern of residents viewing meals as a workable part of the day. If you’re sensitive to diet needs, the listed options include gluten-free, kosher, and low-sodium meals.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Communication and care quality concerns

Several reviews raise concerns about care consistency and responsiveness.

While many reviews are positive, a recurring set of negative comments focuses on reliability—missed help, poor follow-through, and families feeling they had to advocate for basic needs. Others describe breakdowns in communication, including not receiving updates or struggling to reach staff or social services. A few reviewers also mention staffing and supervision problems, including issues involving medical follow-up and urgent events. If you’re touring, it’s worth asking how the team handles communication with families and medication and wound-related follow-ups from day to day.

How we summarize

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Features

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas

Transportation

  • University Park (23 miles away) University Park (23 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Geisinger (0.2 miles)
  • University Orthopedics Center (0.7 miles)
  • Jean Reams, DO (0.8 miles)
  • Seven Mountains Medical Center PC (0.9 miles)
  • Juniata Valley Gastroenterology Associates (1.3 miles)
  • University Orthopedics Center (1.3 miles)
  • Vallemont Surgical Associates (1.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Parkway Service Store (0.5 miles)
  • Burger King (0.7 miles)
  • Downtown Oip & Grille (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.2 miles)
  • Shy Bear Brewing (1.4 miles)
  • Tokyo Japanese Restaurant (2 miles)
  • The Original Italian Pizza & Restaurant (2.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of God (0.6 miles)
  • Trinity United Methodist Church (0.7 miles)
  • First United Pentecostal Chr (0.7 miles)
  • St Vincent De Paul (0.9 miles)
  • St John's Lutheran Church (0.9 miles)
  • Bethel AME Church (1.1 miles)
  • Yeagertown & Rhodes Memorial Church Office (1.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Lewistown Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • GIANT Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Greenway Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • CareSite Pharmacy (7.6 miles)
  • Mifflintown Pharmacy (9.7 miles)

Cafes

  • East End Coffee Co. (0.8 miles)

Transportation

  • Bus Stop (0.9 miles)
  • Noerr's (1.1 miles)
  • Lewistown Amtrak (1.4 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (2.4 miles)
  • Lewistown's Railroad Station Gang (5.8 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (6.7 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (9.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Endoscopy Center of PA (1.3 miles)
  • Mifflin County Community Surgery Center (1.5 miles)
  • Family Health Associates (1.5 miles)
  • Mt Nittany Medical Center (9 miles)
  • Brookline Manor (10.5 miles)

Parks

  • Derry Township Community Park (1.3 miles)
  • Mifflin County Youth Fair (5 miles)
  • Greenwood Furnace State Park (10.9 miles)

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