Holiday Essex House sits in Lemoyne, PA, just ten minutes from Harrisburg and close to things like the Pennsylvania State Capitol, City Island, and the Pride of the Susquehanna riverboat, with bakeries, barbershops, hospitals, and local services nearby so residents find what they need pretty easily, and this is a multi-story, Craftsman-style building with welcoming exteriors, a covered entrance, balconies, and neatly kept grounds with flower beds, walking paths, benches, and a patio area where you'll see people walking their pets since they do allow cats and dogs. Folks can choose from studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments, some newly renovated, with layouts that might have kitchenettes, walk-in showers or tubs, self-controlled heat and air, and living areas with natural light, while the apartments come fully furnished with queen-sized beds, nightstands, dressers, and cozy touches like recliners and couches for comfort, and some have private bathrooms with vanity sinks and decorative shelves.
Residents get chef-prepared meals three times a day in spacious dining rooms with wood floors and chandeliers, and there's a private dining room for special events, plus they offer a business center, barber and beauty salon, fitness equipment, a library, a bistro area, and a game room with a pool table and even a model train display, and if you're a fan of puzzles or board games, there's a lounge area and community fireplace for gathering with friends. Activities run all week, with both on-site social events and off-site trips to things like shopping or outings in the community, and they have a program called Engage Life®, set up for folks who want to keep up with social groups, hobbies, book clubs, and fitness classes, while outside there are gardens, walking trails, and outdoor cottages for enjoying fresh air.
The community supports many care options-assisted living for people who need some help with daily things like bathing, medication, or getting dressed, memory care services provided by Artis Senior Living of West Shore for those dealing with memory loss, skilled nursing and rehab with ProMedica, and independent living for those able to live on their own but wanting services like housekeeping and meals, and third-party providers handle support and medication management if extra medical help is needed. Essex House holds up to 161 residents and tries to meet differing needs by offering all-inclusive rents that cover most utilities-water, gas, electricity-plus housekeeping, linen service, and maintenance, and they have WiFi in common areas, a computer room for residents, devotional services, and guest parking for visitors.
For safety, Holiday Essex House puts in emergency response systems, Lively Mobile Plus Personal Emergency Response Devices, smoke alarms, sprinkler systems, safety rails, and has detailed emergency plans for various situations, and every resident has access to scheduled transportation for errands or appointments. The facility is set up for easy access with ground floor units and wide hallways, and the atmosphere is homelike and simple, with a sunlit atrium and plenty of sitting spots for reading, playing games, or meeting neighbors. Many events on the monthly calendar-from themed parties to art classes to fitness lessons-are meant to keep everyone engaged, and folks are free to arrange personal health services or take part in big community get-togethers, making room for both quiet time and activities.
Awarded the 2022 Best of Senior Living Award, Holiday Essex House is known for long-standing service and for helping residents keep their independence and dignity. The staff, including Manager Ryan Angie, make sure things stay running smoothly, meals are fresh and varied, and everyone can find a way to stay involved in whatever best suits their interests, whether through gardening, social groups, or simply relaxing by the TV.
