Viva Senior Living at Harrisburg is a senior living community located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This facility offers a range of service options primarily centered around assisted living, with additional care levels available through independent living and specialized memory care programs. Residents can expect individualized care plans tailored to their needs, including assistance with activities of daily living such as full help with bathing, dressing, and toileting, as well as standby supervision during mealtimes. Viva Senior Living also supports seniors living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia within a secure, purpose-designed memory care community.
The care and medical support at Viva Senior Living at Harrisburg encompass a comprehensive suite of services. For those requiring complex care, the facility provides diabetes management, medication management, and podiatry services along with regular health and wellness assessments. Residents in memory care benefit from an environment and community specifically designed to accommodate memory loss, including secured access and tailored programming. Additional medical and therapeutic care options include ambulatory and incontinence care, availability of a therapy room, and support with mobility through indoor and outdoor walking paths. The on-site barber and beauty salon offers grooming services, while activity-focused amenities such as clubs, community programming, and wellness classes—including yoga and chair yoga—foster socialization and engagement.
Transportation services offered by Viva Senior Living at Harrisburg include both complimentary transportation and transportation available at cost, with the purpose of facilitating medical appointments, errands, and participation in community outings or events. This enhances resident access to off-site healthcare services and supports engagement with the broader community. English is the primary language used within the facility.
Resident experiences with Viva Senior Living at Harrisburg reflect a mix of satisfaction and concern. Many families are pleased with the friendliness, compassion, and support offered by staff, particularly during the admission process and in facilitating transitions for new residents. The facility’s community atmosphere, engaging activities, and cleanliness are noted as positive features, especially for more independent residents. However, several reviews outline challenges with staffing—especially in memory care—citing inconsistent response times, difficulties meeting complex care needs, and occasional lapses in communication or hygiene practices. Food opinions are divided, with some residents satisfied with meal options and others expressing dietary concerns. Accommodation layouts generally receive favorable remarks, though some residents note occasional discomfort or housekeeping issues.
In summary, Viva Senior Living at Harrisburg provides a range of personal care, medical, and lifestyle services suited for seniors seeking assisted living, independent living, or memory care. The facility is structured to support both independent residents and those with higher-level care requirements, though reviewers note variation in the quality of care and staff responsiveness, particularly for residents with advanced needs. Satisfaction levels among residents and families appear to be influenced by individual care requirements, with the community particularly well matched to those needing general assistance and engagement in a social setting.
Costs at this community start at $2,580 and range up to $4,710. The average price in the community is $3,645, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,942. The cost of assisted living 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.
