A Retirement Community
with a Christian Perspective
Located in Lancaster, PA
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Choosing the right retirement community for your later years can make an enormous difference in your happiness. You want the space to explore and maintain your mental, physical, and spiritual health while creating social bonds that last.

Calvary Homes, located in Manheim Township, Lancaster, PA, is nestled in a lovely and convenient suburban setting with access to the surrounding community, including first-class medical facilities, cultural and educational opportunities, sporting events, shopping, and restaurants. But it's not just about our location!

While there are many retirement communities in the Lancaster, PA area, we doubt you'll find one as community-focused as Calvary Homes. As a retirement community with a Christian perspective, we work hard to bring our residents together in fellowship, providing an authentic home-like atmosphere you won't find in other retirement homes.

Our senior housing neighborhood encourages you to cultivate social connections with the older adults around you. We designed our beautiful, tree-lined, 38-acre campus is for walking, biking, and getting to know your neighbors.

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The Lancaster County Explore Retirement Living Open House event will return from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., on Saturday, October 21, 2023.


On this day 17 non-profit retirement communities in and around Lancaster County invite you to visit during one fun-filled day. Each community offers unique amenities and living options, but all allow you to retire in comfort and style here in the beautiful and affordable Lancaster County area.Mark your calendar, bring your friends and family, and lace up those walking shoes to see the best in retirement living.

Need more info? The ERL website and Facebook page feature all the details: Explore Retirement Living.org.

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Independent Living


Our cottages and apartments are the perfect settings for a carefree and active retirement. Enjoy well-appointed accommodations in a friendly community built just for you.

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Personal Care


As your needs change, our personal care facility provides individual rooms and additional services for residents who require more supervision and assistance with the tasks of daily living.

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Nursing Care & Rehab


Our fully licensed and certified skilled-nursing facility provides the best medical care with onsite RNs and CNAs who pay careful attention to each resident's individual needs. Medicare 5-star rated.

Calvary Homes Retirement Community


is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community founded on the Christian principles of compassion and understanding. We believe compassion and understanding are not luxuries but the essentials of gracious living.

Founded in 1963, Calvary Homes is now one of the oldest Christian retirement communities in Lancaster, PA. We are home to more than 370 residents who embrace the Christian tenants of faith and fellowship. In this home-like atmosphere, our retirement community residents find companionship set in a mood of quiet, dignified living. At the same time, they enjoy reasonably-priced retirement homes and the security of lifelong healthcare.

We operate as a continuing care facility, so we will adjust the care services you receive based on your individual needs. If daily activities become too much for you to accomplish alone, we offer personal care and Christian nursing home options. With these options, you continue to be part of our community without compromising your quality of life.

Events & Activities


Social connections, health, and maintaining an active lifestyle are some of the most important aspects of participating in a senior living community. When you choose Calvary homes for your retirement community, you will have access to many events and activities to help enrich your life and maintain relationships with your neighbors and family members alike.


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SPIRITUAL LIVING
From daily Christian devotions to regular church services, you'll find plenty of opportunities to explore and share your faith with others.

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GAMES & TOURNAMENTS
Whether you love ping pong, bingo, or board games, you'll find plenty of opportunities to hone your skills.

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ARTS & CRAFTS
Try your hand at watercolor painting or arts and crafts with engaging classes scheduled throughout the year.

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MUSICAL & THEATRICAL PERFORMANCES
Enjoy musical performances throughout the year, both onsite and away from our retirement community. Transportation provided.