St. John's Herr Estate is an outstanding assisted living community in Columbia, Pennsylvania. It is within charming Lancaster County which is part of the Keystone State.
One of the many things that sets us apart is our commitment to creating an aesthetically enjoyable environment for our residents – both in their apartment or cottage home and in the gathering spaces throughout campus. Each apartment and cottage is fully renovated in preparation for the new resident, with features including custom kitchen and bath cabinetry, new appliances and floor coverings. We believe a high quality of life is best achieved when you are surrounded by friendly, warm people in inviting spaces.
St. John’s Herr Estate is designed for active adults who want a lifestyle of choice. We offer a wealth of activity and opportunity– both on and off campus – along with services, amenities, conveniences, comforts and on-site personal care that make St. John’s Herr Estate a remarkable community to call home.
Independent living offers the opportunity to explore new activities, new passions and new hobbies while living in your choice of beautifully designed, maintenance-free cottages and apartments. Our lifestyle gives you time to focus on the things most important to you and the opportunity to experience a healthy, service-rich, active retirement.
Personal care at St. John’s Herr Estate offers vibrant living to those who need a little help and support to remain living as independently as possible. Our Personal Care lifestyle nourishes the spirit through supportive services as needed; healthy, chef-prepared meals; and a commitment to creating connections that nurture the body, mind and spirit. Residents enjoy worry-free living; their families enjoy peace of mind.
Personal Care at a Glance
- Medication management services
- Nutritious, chef-prepared meals
- Individualized attention to health concerns
- Communication with each resident’s personal doctor and family
- Daily reminders of meals, activities and special events
- Diverse programs with recreational, cultural, spiritual and social elements
- Access to the outdoors in our enclosed courtyard
- On-site salon services
- Housekeeping, personal laundry and linen services
- Choice of a private or companion suite
Level I
- Room and board
- Basic Plus cable television service
- Three nutritious meals daily, in the dining room, including special dietary needs and snacks
- Recreational, cultural, religious and social activities
- Weekly housekeeping services/daily trash removal
- Personal laundry service, exclusive of dry cleaning
- Chaplaincy services
- CPR and First-Aid Certified Staff on duty 24 hours
- Ambulance membership
- Daily reminders of meals, activities and special events
- Medication monitoring/management
- Health monitoring, support plans and continuing assessments
- Physician-ordered medical treatments (i.e. eye drops, ointment applications)
- Set up with bathing as needed
- Reminders with dressing, grooming and personal hygiene as needed; Set up with bathing as needed
- Coordination of ancillary service appointments
- Coordination of recreational and medical transportation services
- Emergency Call Pendant for each resident
Level 2
- All services in Level I
- Assistance with spa services/showers
- Assistance with meals in the dining room
- Assistance with activities as needed
- Diabetic management (Glucose checks/Insulin)
- Oxygen monitoring/Nebulizer treatments
- Routine nighttime care & bathroom assistance
- Daily assistance with dressing, grooming and personal hygiene
- Assistance with episodic incontinence
Our Amenities and Services for Your Enjoyment:
- Diverse programs with physical, intellectual and spiritual elements
- Chef-inspired dining in a casual, comfortable setting with community spaces throughout campus for your parties and family functions
- Salon services for men and women
- Campus library
- Cultural, social and recreational opportunities
For Your Health and Well-Being
- Scenic campus with outdoor gazebo and easy access to the beautiful Susquehanna River and area attractions
- Fitness center featuring a variety of weight-training and cardio machines
- Variety of exercise classes available
- Paid membership to Hempfield Recreation Center
- In-home care services available
- On-site chapel and chaplaincy services
- 24-hour emergency call response
- Personal care on site and priority access to continuing care, including skilled nursing care and memory care, at a Luthercare community.
