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ABOUT THE GROVES



Mom is an independent person, still living in her home at 84 years of age, but lately she is having trouble taking care of her daily tasks.



  • Is she eating well?
  • Is she taking her medication on time?
  • Who will take care of her if she needs help at night?
  • What does she do during the day?
  • Who does mom have to talk to?
  • Who is going to take mom to the doctor, hairdresser, friend? Mom still wants to remain independent...


The Groves offers solutions to these concerns in a personalized, non-institutional setting at affordable prices. The Groves is not for one looking for a large, non-personalized retirement community. The Groves is the Resident's home.


The Groves helps and supports the resident to remain part of the community. The Groves assists the resident in remaining independent. The Groves reduces the worry on the family and the resident with supportive and caring hands. This ensures peace of mind for all.



From time to time, visitors to Ephrata stop at The Groves, thinking that it is a charming Victorian bed and breakfast inn. It's no wonder with its lovely enclosed wrap-around porch, flowers, beautiful decor and bountiful meals, it does seem more like an inn than a retirement home that focuses on seniors 65 years of age and older.



The Groves has a gracious home atmosphere that provides residents with a sense of community, independence and peace of mind. Residents feel as though they are an active part of the Ephrata community, and they enjoy activities such as walking to the post office to mail a letter, strolling to the local shops and savoring life on Main Street. The 9,000 square foot 1888 home has been lovingly restored to provide an elegant setting that is completely unlike the typical institutional setting. The location makes it convenient to local churches, hairdressers, shops, banks, restaurants and parks.


Residents have their own private rooms with private baths. First floor rooms have no steps into the home when entering. The Groves also offers a luxury independent apartment with a private deck. Residents can decorate their rooms in the style they choose, using their own furnishings. If necessary, staff can assist in acquiring and decorating the resident's room.


Residents enjoy wonderful country style lunches and dinners like chicken pot pie, roast beef, roast turkey, and pork chops in our attractive dining room or enclosed porch. In the morning, there is a made-to-order breakfast. There is also a comfortable library with a piano, writing desk and television, as well as a cozy den with fireplace and built-in television. Many residents enjoy knowing they can be alone when they want to be or be with others when they feel like socializing.



Family and friends have peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones are not alone and have qualified staff available at all times. The staff will help residents with taking their medications, bathing, going to doctor appointments, visiting friends, laundry, cleaning, shopping trips and more. There are also activities, such as bingo, music programs, exercise and crafts, that residents can choose to participate in.​



In many ways, the staff seems like an extended family for residents, because they get to know them on an individual basis. Staff members often bring their children, grandchildren and dogs in to visit with residents. This is especially nice for residents who don't have family in the area.



At The Groves there are no entrance fees, just a small application fee. Instead, residents pay a very reasonable daily fee for their room and services which includes laundry, linens and housekeeping. Not only is life at The Groves extremely affordable, but the atmosphere is exceptionally appealing and pleasant.


For retirement living that is highly personalized and focused on the individual, The Groves offers one of the best alternatives in retirement living for seniors.



It is the policy of The Groves to provide residents admission, the provision of services and referral of residents without regard to race, color, sex, religious creed, disability, handicap, ancestry, sexual orientation, sex, national origin, age, or veteran status.





103 West Main Street
Ephrata, PA 17522


CALL US: 717-733-2040


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