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    $7,000/month

    Lincoln Christian Home

    1307 Apple St, Ephrata, PA 17522
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Warm caring Mennonite senior home

    I visited a lovely Mennonite-run senior living home with clean, relaxing grounds and a charming gazebo - it truly felt like family. The staff were kind and caring (even singing to comfort), provided gentle turning and snacks, and delivered excellent, supportive care; I'm very pleased there's a place like this nearby.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.71·(14)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.8
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.7
    • Amenities

      4.5
    • Value

      4.7

    Pros

    • Kind, caring staff
    • Exceptional, attentive care
    • Comforting personal care (gentle turning)
    • Staff use singing to soothe residents
    • Snacks provided
    • Family-like, embracing atmosphere
    • Supportive environment
    • Clean, well-maintained facility
    • Pleasant, relaxing environment
    • Attractive outdoor gazebo/grounds
    • Mennonite community/identity

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment The review summaries for Lincoln Christian Home are uniformly positive. Reviewers repeatedly emphasize compassionate, hands-on care and a warm, family-oriented atmosphere. There are no specific negative comments in the provided summaries, so the overall pattern is one of high satisfaction and praise across multiple dimensions of the community.

    Care quality and staff behavior Care quality is the dominant theme. Multiple reviewers used words like kind, caring, and exceptional to describe staff. Specific caregiving actions were noted, including gentle turning of residents, which suggests attentive personal care and good hands-on handling of mobility or repositioning needs. Reviewers also highlighted staff behaviors that go beyond routine care: staff singing to comfort residents indicates an emphasis on emotional and sensory comfort, and a willingness to use personalized, soothing approaches. The repetition of terms such as great care and excellent care reinforces a perception that clinical and daily care needs are being met reliably.

    Atmosphere, family setting, and support A strong family-style atmosphere emerges as another central theme. Phrases like family setting, embracing family, and supportive atmosphere appear in multiple summaries. This indicates that the community fosters close-knit relationships among residents, families, and staff, and that reviewers perceive a welcoming, home-like environment rather than an institutional one. Such an atmosphere often correlates with higher resident satisfaction and stronger family trust.

    Facility, cleanliness, and environment Reviewers consistently describe the physical environment as lovely, clean, and relaxing. The facility itself is specifically called nice and clean, and the outdoor space—particularly a gazebo—is mentioned as an enjoyable feature. Those points suggest both well-maintained indoor spaces and pleasant outdoor amenities that contribute to resident quality of life and positive visitor impressions.

    Amenities, activities, and daily life While there are no detailed activity schedules or dining reviews in the summaries, the presence of snacks and staff-led comforting activities (singing) indicates attention to daily comforts and small, meaningful interactions. The gazebo mention points to at least some outdoor or social spaces for relaxation or visiting. There is not enough detail to assess formal programming, but the available comments imply thoughtful personal touches and informal activities that enhance resident well-being.

    Cultural identity and community character One reviewer noted that the community is Mennonite. This signals a specific cultural or religious identity that may shape values, programming, and the resident/staff community. For many families this will be a positive attribute aligning with their preferences; others may want to inquire further about how that identity is reflected in daily life and services.

    Gaps and limitations in the reviews The provided summaries are overwhelmingly positive but brief; they lack detailed information on some practical concerns families often consider, such as staffing ratios, clinical capabilities, specialized care services (memory care, skilled nursing), dining quality and menus, costs, or formal activity schedules. Because no negative aspects are reported in these summaries, prospective families should view these reviews as strong endorsements of compassion and environment, while still seeking more specific operational and clinical details during a tour or conversation with management.

    Overall impression Lincoln Christian Home appears to deliver compassionate, personalized care in a clean, pleasant, and family-oriented environment. Staff are highlighted as a key strength, noted for kindness, attentiveness, and comforting interactions. The facility’s physical environment, including an attractive gazebo, contributes positively to the experience. The Mennonite identity is a notable characteristic. Given the uniformly positive sentiment and lack of criticisms in these summaries, the community comes across as a well-regarded option worth visiting for families seeking a warm, supportive setting; however, visitors should request additional practical and clinical information not covered in these brief summaries to make a fully informed decision.

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    Location

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    Lincoln Christian Home is located at 1307 Apple St, Ephrata, PA, 17522.

    About Lincoln Christian Home

    Lincoln Christian Home is a large senior living community with space for up to 93 residents, and folks there have given it an average rating of 8.9 out of 10, which says a lot about how people feel living there, but of course, every place has its good days and bad ones. The community offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, independent living, home care, and continuing care services, so seniors get help that matches their needs, whether that's help with bathing, dressing, medication, or more medical supervision. Staff are around 24 hours a day, trained in elder care and Christian counseling, and there's a secure environment with emergency alert systems for safety. People can choose private or shared rooms, and every room, whether it's a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom, comes with private bathrooms, air conditioning, internet, and cable, and kitchenettes for those who want them, with fully furnished options available for those who don't want to worry about moving their own stuff.

    Meal preparation and service focus on nutritious and organic food, with options for special diets, and a professional chef prepares the meals, so residents get fresh, healthy options every day. Along with meal service, housekeeping and linen care are handled by staff, meaning residents don't have to worry about cooking or cleaning, and maintenance is included so daily life runs smooth. For recreation, there's plenty to do, like fitness programs, a spa and wellness room, walking paths, and a community garden, plus regular movie nights, arts and music programs, library visits, and faith-based activities like chapel and devotional time. Social activities and outings are planned both inside and outside, giving folks a chance to stay engaged with others and their interests, and there's always transportation provided for appointments or errands, even parking for those who still drive.

    Health services cover a lot-staff assist with mobility, transfers, incontinence, medication management, and diabetic care, and there's support for folks who need non-ambulatory care. Seniors with memory concerns get structured care designed for safety and comfort, aiming to reduce confusion and wandering. Home care services let people receive some non-medical help while still living in their own homes, and independent living is also an option for those who want to stay active but don't want to bother with chores.

    Lincoln Christian Home is known for its Christian values and welcoming feel, with friendly staff who are described as kind and helpful, and residents can take part in spiritual activities and chapel services if that's important to them. The grounds are well-kept, with outdoor common areas for strolling or gardening, and inside there are cozy common spaces for folks to spend time together. Residents can enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with support available for whatever level of care's needed, and care plans get personalized so each person gets the right kind of help. The community does charge various fees depending on services and care needs, including community and respite fees, but for many, the blend of faith-based care, professional support, and a tight-knit atmosphere makes it a good fit for different stages of aging.

    People often ask...

    Lincoln Christian Home offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $7,000 per month.

    Lincoln Christian Home offers independent living and assisted living.

    The full address for this community is 1307 Apple St, Ephrata, PA 17522.

    No, Lincoln Christian Home does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services licenses personal care homes and assisted living residences and publishes its licensing inspection summaries.

    License number329380
    Facility typeFull
    License classLicensed
    Capacity93 residents
    LicenseeWEAVERLAND MENNONITE HOMES
    Care servedPersonal Care Homes
    EffectiveMarch 13th, 2026
    ExpiresMarch 13th, 2027
    Special certificationSpecial Care Unit (capacity 30)
    View the official license record

    Inspection Reports

    25

    Reports

    15

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    14

    Years

    25 Jun 2025Inspection
    Found multiple deficiencies related to incident reporting, criminal background checks, fire safety inspections, and following prescriber's orders.
    • 2600.16.cWritten Incident Report
    • 2600.51Criminal History Checks
    • 2600.132.bSafety Inspection/Fire Drill
    • 2600.187.dFollow Prescriber's Orders
    08 Apr 2025Inspection
    Found no deficiencies. The licensing review indicated compliance with applicable requirements.
    27 Jun 2024Inspection
    Cited three deficiencies involving unlocked poisonous materials, unlabeled leftovers, and combustible storage near a hot water heater.
    • 2600. 82.c.Locking poisonous materials
    • 2600. 103.e.Leftovers not labeled and dated
    • 2600. 125.a.Combustible storage near heat source
    02 Nov 2022Inspection
    Investigated found violations related to poisonous materials storage, medication record accuracy, and care-plan completeness. Unlocked storage locations were observed and records did not align with medical evaluations.
    • 2600Poisonous materials storage and accessibility
    • 2600Record of Medication
    • 2600Support Plan Medical/Dental
    • 2600Support Plan Needs Elements
    17 Mar 2021Inspection
    Determined that compliance was achieved for the reviewed findings and must be maintained. Continued compliance required.
    05 Feb 2021Inspection
    Issued a regular license for a personal care home. No deficiencies cited.
    01 Sept 2020Inspection
    Granted a certificate of compliance for a personal care home with a secure dementia care unit, authorizing operation with the defined capacity. The certificate confirms compliance with applicable regulations.
    19 Nov 2019Inspection
    Confirmed that the submitted corrective plan was accepted and fully implemented, with continued compliance required.
    15 Nov 2019Inspection
    Renewed Lincoln Christian Home's license to operate as a Personal Care Home.
    29 Apr 2019Inspection
    Cited violations during the licensing visit and required corrections by specified dates. Continued compliance with the rules was to be maintained.
    15 Nov 2018Inspection
    Granted a license to operate a personal care home with a capacity of 63 residents; a routine on-site inspection will occur within the next year.
    04 Apr 2018Inspection
    Found in compliance with 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600 after the annual licensing inspection.
    13 Dec 2017Inspection
    Granted a license renewal and certificate of compliance for a personal care home.
    10 Apr 2017Inspection
    Found no deficiencies. Confirmed compliance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600.
    20 Dec 2016Inspection
    Renewed the license after review, finding compliance. No violations were cited.
    07 Apr 2016Inspection
    Found no deficiencies and determined compliance with the rules for personal care homes.
    03 Dec 2015Inspection
    Granted renewal and issued a license with a specified capacity; no deficiencies cited.
    11 Mar 2015Inspection
    Found no deficiencies; licensing inspection showed compliance with regulations and the regular license remained in good standing.
    19 Nov 2014Inspection
    Verified renewal of the license and issued a regular license after review.
    07 Feb 2014Inspection
    Identified a violation for not completing the required annual fire safety inspection and drill; the last documented fire safety inspection and drill occurred on 1/22/13.
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.132(b)Fire safety inspection and drill - annual requirement and documentation
    21 Nov 2013Inspection
    Granted a certificate of compliance and renewed license to operate a personal care home, with a capacity limit.
    07 Feb 2013Inspection
    Determined compliance with the applicable regulations and issued a regular license for a 63-resident facility.
    06 Mar 2012Inspection
    Granted a waiver from a direct care staff qualification requirement, with conditions.
    02 Mar 2012Inspection
    Granted a waiver of indoor activity space requirements for a personal care home, with conditions and annual review.
    28 Feb 2012Inspection
    Identified deficiencies related to missing equipment in common areas, missing exit signs, and unsafe stair surfaces.
    • 55 Pa.Code 2600There were no televisions or radios in the living rooms or lounge areas.
    • 55 Pa.Code 2600Stairs lack non-skid surfaces.
    • 55 Pa.Code 2600Exit signs missing.

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