What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Pennsylvania?

Assisted living in Pennsylvania supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover memory care?

Pennsylvania Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Pennsylvania) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 3 memory care communities in Dauphin County, PA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Dauphin County, PA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Dauphin County, PA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Dauphin County, PA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Best Memory Care in Dauphin County, PA: 3 Communities (2026)


Keystone Villa at Ephrata	MC IL	Ephrata	100 Facility 100 PA AVG 94 Rank #202 / 552	No	79 Facility 79 PA AVG 47 Rank #82 / 657	Hsl Ephrata Subtenant LLC	90 Facility 90 PA AVG 83 Rank #132 / 468	10	3 Facility 3 PA AVG 4 Rank #242 / 478	50% Facility 50% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #69 / 478	31 Facility 31 PA AVG 63 Rank #193 / 478	3.1 Facility 3.1 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #181 / 478	For-Profit	-	-	88.0%	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Autumn House East	MC AL IL	East York	150 Facility 150 PA AVG 94 Rank #51 / 552	Yes	66 Facility 66 PA AVG 47 Rank #166 / 657	2618 E Market Street Operating Company LLC	72 Facility 72 PA AVG 83 Rank #370 / 468	11	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 4 Rank #344 / 478	64% Facility 64% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #197 / 478	170 Facility 170 PA AVG 63 Rank #442 / 478	15.5 Facility 15.5 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #461 / 478	For-Profit	-	-	80.0%	Private Room / Semi-Private Room	A+
Country Meadows Retirement Community	MC AL HOS IL NH RC SNF	Hershey	190 Facility 190 PA AVG 94 Rank #21 / 552	Yes	49 Facility 49 PA AVG 47 Rank #292 / 657	Country Meadows Of Hershey Associates	86 Facility 86 PA AVG 83 Rank #194 / 468	5	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 4 Rank #184 / 478	80% Facility 80% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #358 / 478	13 Facility 13 PA AVG 63 Rank #67 / 478	2.6 Facility 2.6 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #133 / 478	For-Profit	183 Facility 183 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #3 / 357	1.34	66.8%	Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed	A+

Keystone Villa at Ephrata

Ephrata

100

Hsl Ephrata Subtenant LLC

50%

3.1

For-Profit

88.0%

Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Autumn House East

East York

150

Yes

2618 E Market Street Operating Company LLC

64%

170

15.5

For-Profit

80.0%

Private Room / Semi-Private Room

A+

Country Meadows Retirement Community

HOS

SNF

Hershey

190

Yes

Country Meadows Of Hershey Associates

80%

2.6

For-Profit

183

1.34

66.8%

Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed

A+

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Overview of Keystone Villa at Ephrata

Set in the quiet neighborhood of Ephrata, PA, Keystone Villa at Ephrata is an enticing senior living community that offers independent living, personal care, and memory care services. A wide array of large and cozy accommodations with varying floor plans ranging from studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom are available for its residents. Having an expert and compassionate team, the community provides its Our Daybreak Memory Care Neighborhood catering to the needs of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

The community is committed to delivering top-notch amenities and services such as hearty and tasty meals three times a day, wellness programs, transportation assistance, and many more. Engage in a robust calendar of activities and meet new companions along the way. With Keystone at Ephrata, seniors are guaranteed an empowering and inclusive retirement.

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Overview of Autumn House East

Operating for eight years, Autumn House East is a personal care home in East York, Pennsylvania, that offers independent living, personal care, and memory care. The community also features private and semi-private accommodations in a two-story setting, with monthly rates starting at $2,000. Operated by 2618 E Market Street Operating Company LLC, it is currently at an 80% occupancy rate.

Services include 24-hour staffing, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation. Moreover, amenities such as a fitness center, spa, wellness center, dining room, restaurant, and garden are available on-site. A diverse schedule of movie nights, creative classes, outdoor activities, spiritual gatherings, and fitness programs also encourages social engagement and overall well-being. Some nearby destinations are also accessible on foot, as it is located in a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 50.

State inspections have also emphasized building maintenance, safety systems, medication management, and resident care practices. In connection, corrective actions were promptly implemented.

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Overview of Country Meadows Retirement Community

With 44 years of care, Country Meadows Retirement Community is a personal care home in Hershey, Pennsylvania, that provides independent living, assisted living, personal care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation, memory care, respite care, and hospice services. This 190-bed community is operated by Country Meadows of Hershey Associates, and features studio, alcove, and one-bedroom floor plans in a two-story setting. It is currently at 67% occupancy, with 127 beds occupied.

Along with 24-hour staffing, the community offers restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, scheduled transportation, fitness programs, salon and spa services, rehabilitation, and the Dynamic Living Program, which includes outings, entertainment, and social activities. Pets are also welcome, allowing residents to bring small animal companions. Located near downtown Hershey, the surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 49, allowing some errands to be completed on foot.

State inspections have focused on medication management, staff training, documentation, and care planning, with corrective actions implemented and compliance verified through follow-up reviews.

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