Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg, located in Fayetteville, Pennsylvania, is a senior care community providing multiple levels of support, including nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The facility accommodates 88 residents and is certified by Medicare and Medicaid, participating in the Medicare program since December 1, 1986. Specialized care is available for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia within a secure environment, and the facility offers continuing care options, providing residents with the opportunity to age in place as their needs change. Residents and families can also benefit from counseling services, and there is an active resident and family council.
Medical and support services at Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg cover a variety of needs. Nursing staff are present 24 hours a day to provide oversight and assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting. The community delivers medication management, wound care, diabetes care, IV therapies, incontinence care, stroke care, and ambulatory care for residents who require these clinical services. Rehabilitation and therapeutic services are also offered, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as podiatry care. The facility features an on-site pharmacy to support residents’ medication needs, and laundry and dry-cleaning services are available for routine personal care. English is the primary language of communication within the community. The environment is designed as a secured community, especially important for memory care residents, to ensure safety and supervision.
Amenities at the community include restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, laundry services, and a barber/beauty salon for personal grooming. A variety of activities, clubs, and social events such as bingo, musical entertainment, outings, and gatherings are provided to encourage engagement and interaction among residents. Support for residents to maintain their independence is a priority, alongside options for those who need more substantive assistance or memory care.
Transportation services are available, with complimentary transportation provided for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes such as shopping or community outings. This service enables accessibility to healthcare providers and facilitates participation in recreational or social activities outside the facility.
Feedback from residents and families frequently highlights the facility's well-maintained, visually appealing environment, and pleasant surroundings. Many reviewers praise the friendliness and helpfulness of nursing and caregiving staff, as well as positive experiences with individualized and hospice care. Activity programming is rated positively, though concerns have been raised regarding inconsistencies in staff attentiveness and communication, particularly during medical events. Reports of missing personal items, challenges with medication administration, and variable food quality are noted. Room size and storage are less favored by some, and mixed reviews exist on administrative responsiveness and billing practices. Satisfaction tends to be highest when there is strong, clear communication and visible personalized care. Potential residents and families are encouraged to thoroughly assess the consistency of care and communication that best fits their expectations and needs.
Costs at this community start at $1,798 and range up to $9,271. The average price in the community is $5,534, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,649. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
