In 2024, thanks to readers’ choice voting through various media outlets, national rankings and state department inspections, Masonic Village locations were recognized for going above and beyond in the quality of care and services provided. Residents can find comfort and security knowing they’re residing among the best senior living communities in the state amidst dedicated, professional staff.
Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, Lafayette Hill and Sewickley were included on Newsweek and Statista’s list of America’s Best Nursing Homes 2025. Assessment and rankings were based on performance data, recommendations of medical professionals and resident satisfaction. Categorized into separate lists by state and size, Masonic Village at Elizabethtown ranked 2nd (150+ beds), Masonic Village at Sewickley ranked 13th (100- 149 beds) and Lafayette Hill ranked 8th (50-99 beds).
“We’re so excited and thank our staff for being a part of this recognition,” Matt Mayo, assistant executive director/health care administrator, Elizabethtown said. “We know they all share joy, love and their hearts every day with our residents.”
“I am so proud to be a part of this amazing organization that has stood the test of time and continues to care for and love our residents like no other organization,” Bill Kingsbury, CEO, said. “Our staff are amazing people, and the love they show every day by going above and beyond in caring for our residents and each other – there are really no words for it.”
This achievement is also no surprise to many residents and their family members. Jeff Hoachlander’s parents, Nelson and Alverna Hoachlander, moved to a retirement living cottage at Masonic Village at Elizabethtown in 2017 and loved the lifestyle and community.
When the couple transitioned to nursing care in the Masonic Health Care Center (MHCC), they received the loving assistance and care needed for their unique situation. Nelson passed away in 2021, and Alverna moved to personal care for a short time and then returned to nursing care.
“It is just a beautiful place for her to be living,” Jeff said. “The staff here are just fantastic.”
When the weather was warm, Jeff and his wife, Debbie, enjoyed taking Alverna outside to walk the same trails she regularly traversed when she first moved into her cottage. They also liked to visit the Masonic Village Farm Market.
As Alverna’s health has declined, she is limited in what she can do and is receiving care through Masonic Village Hospice.
“The hospice team has been terrific and they, along with other staff, have really taken care of my mother,” Jeff said.
Although the idea of a continuing care retirement community feels far in the future for them, Jeff and Debbie joined the priority wait list for retirement living after witnessing the care and attention given to his parents.
Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill, Masonic Village at Sewickley and Masonic Village at Warminster were all rated 5 Stars by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in 2024. CMS rates nursing homes based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures, with five stars being the highest possible rating.
Masonic Village at Elizabethtown and Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill were also recognized among U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Nursing Homes 2025.” Both were designated as “High Performing,” a level only 19% of organizations on this list achieved.
Masonic Village at Elizabethtown was voted “Best of the Best” in the “Senior Living” category for Harrisburg Magazine’s “Simply the Best” awards.
Masonic Village Home Health in Elizabethtown was named Best Home Health Agency in LNP + LancasterOnline’s Readers’ Choice Awards. Masonic
Village at Elizabethtown, Masonic Village Home Care and Masonic Village Hospice also placed in the top three for their respective categories. Masonic
Village Home Health in Elizabethtown also earned the Strategic Healthcare Programs’ SHPBest™ Superior Performer patient satisfaction award for 2023.
Beyond the awards and accolades, Masonic Village staff constantly seeks feedback from residents, staff and family members in the form of care plans, food
and activities committees and resident councils. Every day, efforts are measured through smiles, laughter and shared experiences that leave lasting impressions on everyone who lives, works and visits a Masonic Village.