The Local Terrain
Hershey sits at 411 ft elevation in southeastern Dauphin County on what was historically dairy farmland along Spring Creek, presenting moderate rather than extreme terrain.
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Your Licensed Hershey Stairlift Specialists
Expert Stairlift Installation in Hershey, PA
Most of Hershey's housing stock goes back to the company-town build-out Milton Hershey finished around 1905 -- solid two-story homes with narrow staircases that were state-of-the-art for their day but weren't drawn with a 75-year-old knee in mind. Add in that almost one in five residents here is 65 or older, and it's no surprise a stairlift is one of the more common calls we get from the older streets near downtown. Terrain's gentle at 411 feet along Spring Creek, so it's really the stairs themselves, not the lot, that push people toward a lift.
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About Hershey
What makes Hershey different
Why a stairlift installed in Hershey, PA is planned around the way this specific community lives, not stamped out from a one-size-fits-all template.
Homes & Housing Stock
Hershey was founded in 1903 and completed by 1905 as a planned company town for Milton Hershey's chocolate factory, with homes built from that era featuring then-modern amenities like electricity, indoor plumbing, and central heating.
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The Community
18.8% of Hershey's 13,858 residents (2020 census) were 65 or older, and the local economy centers on The Hershey Company, Hersheypark tourism, and Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, whose presence correlates with strong aging-in-place healthcare access.
Source ↗Recent Stairlift Installations in Hershey
Every home is different. Here are six recent installs from Dauphin County. Tap any project to see the full gallery, tech specs, and the story behind it.
Stairlift Service Across Dauphin County
Our Hershey work spans six distinct areas. The blocks around Chocolate Avenue and Caracas Avenue hold 1910–1920 worker cottages built by Milton Hershey — narrow stairwells, original Douglas fir treads, plaster walls requiring stud-finding by tap. Cocoa Townes, the all-brick 1990s townhome development off Cocoa Avenue, has deeper-tread half-landing geometry — most jobs need a curved rail with HOA sign-off. Cambridge Commons townhouses (late 80s–mid 90s) have tighter stairwells and slimline straight-rail geometry. Carol Acres mid-60s ranches carry carpeted treads with tiled foyer bases. Brairdale, within a mile of Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center, is 1970s bi-levels with split-level entries that usually need a curved rail. Newer requests come from Hershey West End between Waltonville and Bullfrog Valley Roads.
Nearby cities we also serve
- Derry 1 mi
- West Hanover 8 mi
- Lower Paxton 8 mi
- Colonial Park 9 mi
- Swatara 9 mi
- Elizabethtown 9 mi
- Progress 10 mi
- West Donegal 10 mi
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How to choose the right stairlift in Pennsylvania
Straight vs curved, standard vs heavy-duty, indoor vs outdoor. A read that saves you from buying the wrong model.
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Compare Our Hershey Stairlifts
Pick the Right Lift for Your Home
Select a stairlift on the leftabove to see full specs, pricing, and how it compares to the alternatives.
Stairlift Types
Straight Stairlift
Most common · From $2,800
Best for the 1910s worker cottages around Chocolate and Caracas Avenue — narrow 13-14 ft straight runs to upper bedrooms, stainless lag bolts into original Douglas fir, folding rail to keep the stairs walkable.
Starting at
$3,150 installed
What's Included
- Battery backup for power outages
- Swivel seat with safety lock
- Two wireless remote controls
- Soft start and soft stop motion
- Fold-up seat, arms, and footrest
- 10-year motor & gearbox warranty
Compared to Alternatives
vs Curved: 3x less expensive and installed in one visit. vs Home elevator: 10-15x less cost and no construction. vs Moving bedroom downstairs: Keeps your home exactly as it is.
Curved Stairlift
Custom-built · From $9,000
Required for the Cocoa Townes and Cambridge Commons townhomes where a 90° half-landing turn is standard — laser-measured, factory-built in 4-6 weeks, slim profile to clear the wider tread geometry.
Starting at
$10,100 installed
What's Included
- Free on-site digital measurement
- Single continuous curved rail
- Handles 90°, 180°, or spiral turns
- Powered swivel at top landing
- Park position out of the walkway
- 10-year warranty on all parts
Compared to Alternatives
vs Straight with landing break: One smooth ride instead of transferring seats. vs Home elevator: Half the cost, no construction permits, no shaft needed. vs Moving: A fraction of what selling and relocating costs.
Outdoor Stairlift
Weatherproof · From $4,000
IP55-rated rail for the front-porch steps of older Caracas-area cottages and Brairdale split-levels — IP55-sealed motor and stainless hardware to handle Dauphin County freeze-thaw.
Starting at
$4,500 installed
What's Included
- Marine-grade weather cover
- All-weather corrosion protection
- Storm-rated anchor system
- Lockable key power switch
- Sealed IP54 control panels
- 5-year full-weather warranty
Compared to Alternatives
vs Standard stairlift outdoors: Won't rust, seize, or void its warranty. vs Exterior ramp: No permits, no concrete work, no lost yard. vs Home entry renovation: Installed in a single day.
Heavy-Duty Stairlift
600 lb Rated · From $5,050
Reinforced 600 lb rail for the wider stairwells in Carol Acres ranches and West End townhomes — same straight-rail geometry, heavier-duty motor and seat for users above the 300 lb limit.
Starting at
$5,650 installed
What's Included
- 400 lb rated weight capacity
- 22-inch wide padded seat
- Reinforced dual-tube rail
- Extended footrest and armrests
- Weight-rated safety harness
- 10-year motor & frame warranty
Compared to Alternatives
vs Standard stairlift: Extra capacity and wider seat for maximum comfort. vs Custom furniture lift: A fraction of the price with faster install. vs Home elevator: Much lower cost with the same weight confidence.
Your Personal Hershey Stairlift Specialist
When you call All American Stairlifts, you'll speak directly with a licensed installer who lives and works in Dauphin, PA.
Meet Your Expert
Luis Ramírez
Hershey Stairlift Specialist · 15+ years of experience
(800) 965-0350 [email protected]
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Why Hershey Homeowners Trust Us
Proven local experience. Licensed. Insured. No surprises.
- Licensed Pennsylvania state contractor
- 24h Average install time
- 1,500+ Hershey installations
- 4.67 Average rating
- $0 Consultation fee
- 15+ Years serving Dauphin
Hear It From Your Hershey Neighbors
Common situations we get called out for across Hershey's neighborhoods. Drag to scroll, or use the arrows and dots below.
Luis came out to our 1912 cottage near Chocolate Avenue and spent an hour measuring before he gave us a number. The straight rail bolted into the original Douglas fir treads without a single split, and my husband uses it every day. The HOA approval paperwork was already done before the install date — zero back-and-forth.
Our Cocoa Townes townhouse needed a curved rail and the architectural review board had to sign off. Luis brought a sample rail color and a removability plan to the meeting and got approved on the first try. The half-landing 90° turn was installed clean in one day — no mess left behind.
I was skeptical because we live in a 1995 Cambridge Commons townhouse and the stairwell is tighter than it looks. Luis showed up with a measuring tape, checked the wall stud spacing, and quoted a slimline straight rail that fit with 2 inches to spare. Install was 3.5 hours — no surprises.
Lebanon VA approved my HISA grant and Luis handled all the itemized invoicing they required. The outdoor rail on our Brairdale front porch survived a brutal February ice storm and the platform at the top is exactly the right depth for my walker. Solid build, zero complaints after three months of daily use.
The wheelchair platform in our Carol Acres ranch is a game-changer for my daughter. Luis flagged that we needed a deeper landing extension at the top — a detail two other installers from Harrisburg missed during their walk-throughs. The flat black deck and yellow safety edges are exactly what the spec called for.
Our carpeted stairs in the Hershey West End townhouse were a tricky measure because the carpet was a thicker grade. Luis ordered a slightly longer rail to compensate and the seat color matches almost exactly. On-time delivery, clean install, and the Derry Township HOA sign-off was already in hand.
Find the Right Stairlift for Your Hershey Home
Answer four quick questions and a local specialist will call within 24 hours with a price you can trust, no pressure, no sales pitch, no sharing your details.
What type of staircase do you have?
This determines the rail type and installation complexity.
Who will be using the stairlift?
This determines the motor and seat capacity we'll recommend.
How soon do you need it installed?
Our Hershey team can often start within 48 hours.
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Straight Stairlift, Standard Use
Estimated: $3,150 – $6,150
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The Real Cost of Aging in Place in Hershey
Compare your options honestly. A stairlift is the only choice that keeps you in the home you love, at a fraction of every alternative.
| Your option | Upfront cost | 10-year total |
|---|---|---|
| Stairlift Installation Best value Professional install by All American Stairlifts, Hershey PA | $3,150 – $16,800 One-time | $3,150 – $16,800 Lifetime use |
| Moving to a single-story home Selling, buying, closing, moving costs in the Dauphin market | $50,000+ Plus relocation stress | $50,000+ Loss of community ties |
| Assisted living facility Dauphin County average, private room | $4,500/mo Recurring | $540,000 And rising annually |
| In-home caregiver (8 hrs/day) Licensed home health aide, Florida market rates | $6,000/mo Recurring | $730,000+ Before wage increases |
| Home elevator installation Requires shaft construction, permits, months of work | $25,000 to $50,000 Plus renovation | $28,000 to $55,000 Includes maintenance |
Sources: AARP Cost of Care Survey 2025, Genworth Cost of Care Study, and Pennsylvania Department of Elder Affairs. Figures reflect Hershey metro averages.
Ways to pay less, or nothing
Most Hershey homeowners qualify for at least one of these programs. We help you apply at no cost.
VA HISA Grant
Up to $6,800 for service-connected veterans and their surviving spouses. One-time, tax-free, no repayment.
Eligibility: Veterans & surviving spousesPennsylvania Medicaid Waiver
Home & Community-Based Services Waiver may cover up to 100% of installation for income-qualified residents.
Eligibility: Medicaid + medical needIRS Medical Deduction
With a doctor's letter of medical necessity, the full cost is deductible on Schedule A as a qualified medical expense.
Eligibility: Taxpayers who itemizeFinancing from $88/mo
0% and low-APR plans through our lending partners. Soft credit pull, instant approval, no prepayment penalty.
Eligibility: All homeownersNot sure which applies? Our local specialist will walk you through every program you might qualify for during your free home assessment. Get started here →
Everything Hershey Homeowners Actually Ask
Straight answers about cost, installation, and funding, no sales fluff. Browse by topic or call us if you have a question that isn't here.
What does a stairlift actually cost for a typical Hershey home?
For the straight staircases common in the older company-town section of Hershey, a straight rail lift generally runs at the lower end of the market range. If your stairs curve or have a mid-flight landing -- more common in some of the larger homes near Hersheypark -- the rail has to be custom-bent, which pushes the price up. We give an exact number after seeing the stairs, not before.
Are there financing options if I can't pay out of pocket?
Yes. The PA Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) offers loans specifically for equipment like stairlifts -- a 0% mini-loan from $100 to $7,000, or a low-interest loan up to $60,000 at 3.75% for larger amounts, and there's no income limit to qualify.
How long does installation take once the lift arrives?
A straight-rail install in one of Hershey's older two-story homes is usually a same-day job, a few hours from start to finish. Curved rail installs, or any staircase with a landing partway up, take longer because the rail is custom-fabricated for your exact stairs.
Will installation damage my staircase or walls?
No. The rail mounts to the treads of the stairs themselves, not the wall, so it works with the original woodwork in homes from Hershey's early 1900s build-out without needing structural changes.
Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover a stairlift in Dauphin County?
If you're enrolled in Community HealthChoices (CHC), PA's Medicaid managed long-term care waiver, stairlifts can be authorized as a home adaptation -- there's no published flat dollar cap, it's set by your care plan through the managed care organization. Start with the PA Independent Enrollment Broker at 1-877-550-4227.
What if I don't qualify for Medicaid -- are there other local options?
A few. The Dauphin County Area Agency on Aging (717-780-6130) is the entry point for the OPTIONS program, which funds home modifications for seniors 60+ who aren't on Medicaid. Separately, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Harrisburg's Critical Home Repair Program (717-545-7299) explicitly lists stair lifts among the interior repairs it covers on a cost-share basis.
Is there help specifically for veterans in the Hershey area?
Yes -- the VA's Specially Adapted Housing and Special Home Adaptation grants can fund accessibility work for veterans with a service-connected disability, up to $126,526 (SAH) or $25,350 (SHA) for FY2026, with smaller Temporary Residence Adaptation amounts available too. Call the VA at 1-800-827-1000 to start the process.
Before you book a call, read what Luis says.
LICENSED · INSURED · BBB A+
Luis Ramírez
Hershey Stairlift Specialist · 15+ yrs
- 1,500+
- Installs since 2008
- 40+
- Hershey condo boards
- 4.67★
- Local rating
- 24h
- Response time
I've measured a lot of those original Hershey staircases, and the run is usually narrower than what you'll find in a newer subdivision out toward Hummelstown -- that's not a dealbreaker, it just means we spend more time on the rail template before ordering. With the Medical Center right here in town, I also get a fair number of clients who were referred by a discharge planner after a hospital stay, wanting the lift in before they come home.
Ready to get started? It's simple.
Hershey homes range from 1910 worker cottages to emerging West End townhomes, and the right stairlift depends entirely on which one you live in. A village cottage on Caracas needs a slimline straight rail; a Cocoa Townes townhouse needs a custom curve. We don't quote until we measure.
If you're researching a stairlift for a parent in Hershey, Hummelstown, Palmyra, or anywhere in Derry Township, call us for a free in-home assessment. We measure, quote, and walk you through HISA, Pennsylvania Community HealthChoices, and IRS Schedule A — no high-pressure sales.
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