Moving to St. Anne’s: Catholic-Affiliated Senior Living in Lancaster County
For Catholic retirees from the Philadelphia area seeking senior living aligned with faith values, St. Anne’s offers a welcoming continuing care community with strong Catholic identity, comprehensive healthcare, and family-oriented culture. This 250-acre community serves 900+ residents with authentic spiritual programming and pastoral care.
Essential Numbers
- Total Residents: 900+ across all care levels
- Independent Living: 350+ residences
- Assisted Living: 200+ suites
- Skilled Nursing: 180+ beds
- Memory Care: 80+ beds
- Campus Size: 250 acres
- Average Entry Fee: $80,000-$300,000
- Monthly Service Fees: $3,800-$6,200
- Affiliation: Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg; strong faith emphasis
Catholic Identity at St. Anne’s
Unlike secular communities, St. Anne’s integrates Catholic faith throughout operations:
- Daily Mass: Offered on-campus with flexible attendance
- Chaplaincy Services: Catholic priest available for pastoral care, sacraments
- Spiritual Programming: Rosary groups, Bible study, faith formation
- Holiday Traditions: Authentic Catholic celebrations (Christmas, Easter, Pentecost)
- End-of-Life Care: Last Rites, sacraments, Catholic funeral coordination
- Values-Based Culture: Community decisions reflect Catholic teaching on dignity, family, service
Residential Design
- Apartments: 550-950 sq ft, efficient layout
- Cottages: 1,000-1,300 sq ft, limited availability
- Basic furnishings included; residents customize
- All accessible for aging-in-place considerations
Community Features
- Fitness center and therapy pools
- Dining venues with quality meal service
- Library, arts room, craft studios
- Interfaith chapel (primary for Catholic but welcoming to all faiths)
- Active programming (120+ annual activities)
- Beautiful grounds with meditation gardens, walking paths
Healthcare Excellence
St. Anne’s maintains comprehensive healthcare facilities:
- Skilled nursing with rehabilitation services
- Specialized dementia care program
- 24-hour nursing staff and on-site physician
- Partnerships with healthcare systems
- Palliative and hospice care coordination
Family & Multigenerational Focus
St. Anne’s emphasizes family connections:
- Family-friendly visiting policies
- Grandchild sleepover accommodations
- Family education programs
- Intergenerational events and gatherings
Who Should Consider St. Anne’s?
- Catholic retirees seeking faith-integrated community
- Those prioritizing spiritual life in retirement
- Residents valuing family-oriented culture
- Those comfortable with faith-based values emphasis
- Philadelphia-area families seeking Catholic community near family
Your Move to St. Anne’s
At LiteMovers, we understand the importance of faith-aligned transitions. Our senior moving services coordinate moves to St. Anne’s with sensitivity to community values.
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