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Best Memory Care in Pennsylvania

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 370 memory care communities in Pennsylvania using Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in PA
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Jun 2026
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370 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 46/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Pennsylvania. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 94The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Pennsylvania. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.

Westlake Woods by New Perspective
MC
AL
IL
NH
Erie (Stonegate)
79
Facility 79
PA AVG 94
Rank #306 / 555
Yes
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 46
Rank #304 / 668
Erie Ops LLC
63
Facility 63
PA AVG 83
Rank #429 / 460
12
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #347 / 482
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #395 / 482
136
Facility 136
PA AVG 63
Rank #432 / 482
11.3
Facility 11.3
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #449 / 482
Profit
58
Facility 58
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #228 / 361
1.38
55.7%
Facility 55.7%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #379 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed-
Sunrise of Dresher
MC
AL
RC
Dresher
105
Facility 105
PA AVG 94
Rank #186 / 555
Yes
45
Facility 45
PA AVG 46
Rank #342 / 668
Hcri Sun III Tenant LP
81
Facility 81
PA AVG 83
Rank #274 / 460
13
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #245 / 482
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #340 / 482
57
Facility 57
PA AVG 63
Rank #316 / 482
4.4
Facility 4.4
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #277 / 482
Profit
96
Facility 96
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #113 / 361
1.57
62.9%
Facility 62.9%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #309 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-
Legend of Lancaster
MC
AL
Lancaster (Millersville Road)
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 94
Rank #203 / 555
Yes
66
Facility 66
PA AVG 46
Rank #167 / 668
Lancaster Pch LLC
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 83
Rank #448 / 460
20
12
Facility 12
PA AVG 4
Rank #468 / 482
80%
Facility 80%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #367 / 482
326
Facility 326
PA AVG 63
Rank #474 / 482
16.3
Facility 16.3
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #466 / 482
Profit--
79.0%
Facility 79.0%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #146 / 485
1 Bed-
Sunrise of Haverford
MC
AL
HC
Haverford
98
Facility 98
PA AVG 94
Rank #231 / 555
Yes
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 46
Rank #68 / 668
Szr Haverford Al Opco LLC
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 83
Rank #338 / 460
13
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 4
Rank #430 / 482
61.5%
Facility 61.5%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #185 / 482
61
Facility 61
PA AVG 63
Rank #334 / 482
4.7
Facility 4.7
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #297 / 482
Profit
84
Facility 84
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #136 / 361
1.75
49.0%
Facility 49.0%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #420 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Country Meadows Retirement Communities
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
RC
Wyomissing
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 94
Rank #293 / 555
No
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 46
Rank #457 / 668
Country Meadows Of Wyomissing LLC
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 83
Rank #193 / 460
7
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 482
42.9%
Facility 42.9%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #49 / 482
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 63
Rank #55 / 482
1.6
Facility 1.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #51 / 482
Profit
37
Facility 37
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #298 / 361
1.00
46.3%
Facility 46.3%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #435 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Sunrise of Paoli
MC
AL
RC
Malvern (General Warren Village)
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 94
Rank #166 / 555
Yes
23
Facility 23
PA AVG 46
Rank #514 / 668
Welltower Opco Group LLC
77
Facility 77
PA AVG 83
Rank #315 / 460
14
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #405 / 482
71.4%
Facility 71.4%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #288 / 482
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 63
Rank #294 / 482
3.6
Facility 3.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #224 / 482
Profit--
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #385 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Sunrise of Abington
MC
AL
HC
IL
Abington
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 94
Rank #166 / 555
Yes
57
Facility 57
PA AVG 46
Rank #227 / 668
Szr Abington Al Opco LLC
65
Facility 65
PA AVG 83
Rank #424 / 460
15
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 4
Rank #379 / 482
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #223 / 482
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 63
Rank #401 / 482
6.3
Facility 6.3
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #375 / 482
Profit
109
Facility 109
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #80 / 361
1.47
65.5%
Facility 65.5%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #290 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-
Sunrise of Granite Run
MC
AL
PC
RC
Media
115
Facility 115
PA AVG 94
Rank #153 / 555
Yes
42
Facility 42
PA AVG 46
Rank #367 / 668
Szr Granite Run Al Opco LLC
72
Facility 72
PA AVG 83
Rank #362 / 460
15
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 4
Rank #448 / 482
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #223 / 482
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 63
Rank #385 / 482
5.5
Facility 5.5
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #347 / 482
Profit
151
Facility 151
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #16 / 361
1.72
76.5%
Facility 76.5%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #178 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Barclay Friends
MC
AL
NH
RC
West Chester (North Franklin Street)
103
Facility 103
PA AVG 94
Rank #196 / 555
No
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 46
Rank #421 / 668
Barclay Friends
74
Facility 74
PA AVG 83
Rank #348 / 460
15
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #301 / 482
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #223 / 482
74
Facility 74
PA AVG 63
Rank #365 / 482
4.9
Facility 4.9
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #317 / 482
Non-Profit
72
Facility 72
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #176 / 361
1.41
49.5%
Facility 49.5%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #416 / 485
Private / Shared SuitesA+
Brookdale Grayson View
MC
AL
IL
RC
Selinsgrove
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 94
Rank #240 / 555
Yes
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 46
Rank #622 / 668
Emeritus Corporation
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 83
Rank #356 / 460
18
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #405 / 482
61.1%
Facility 61.1%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #183 / 482
78
Facility 78
PA AVG 63
Rank #376 / 482
4.3
Facility 4.3
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #272 / 482
Profit
104
Facility 104
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #88 / 361
1.30
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #90 / 485
StudioA+
Ridgecrest at Cranberry Woods
MC
IL
PC
Cranberry Township
115
Facility 115
PA AVG 94
Rank #153 / 555
No
47
Facility 47
PA AVG 46
Rank #320 / 668
Fdg Cb Opco LLC
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 83
Rank #356 / 460
20
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 4
Rank #379 / 482
60%
Facility 60%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #158 / 482
78
Facility 78
PA AVG 63
Rank #376 / 482
3.9
Facility 3.9
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #250 / 482
Profit--
73.9%
Facility 73.9%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #202 / 485
Studio-
Bethlehem Manor
MC
AL
IL
Bethlehem (West Side)
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 94
Rank #323 / 555
No
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 46
Rank #123 / 668
Bethlehem Manor Senior Living LLC
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 83
Rank #338 / 460
17
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #347 / 482
52.9%
Facility 52.9%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #112 / 482
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 63
Rank #269 / 482
2.6
Facility 2.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #142 / 482
Profit
65
Facility 65
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #199 / 361
1.63
36.0%
Facility 36.0%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #473 / 485
StudioA+
The Bridges at Bent Creek
MC
AL
RC
Mechanicsburg
130
Facility 130
PA AVG 94
Rank #90 / 555
Yes
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 46
Rank #635 / 668
Creek Senior Care LLC
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 83
Rank #391 / 460
19
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 4
Rank #459 / 482
73.7%
Facility 73.7%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #309 / 482
149
Facility 149
PA AVG 63
Rank #437 / 482
7.8
Facility 7.8
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #405 / 482
Profit--
71.5%
Facility 71.5%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #235 / 485
Studio / 1 BedA+
Celebration Villa of Lewisburg
MC
AL
RC
Lewisburg
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 94
Rank #338 / 555
Yes
39
Facility 39
PA AVG 46
Rank #388 / 668
Ec Opco Lewisburg LLC
63
Facility 63
PA AVG 83
Rank #429 / 460
24
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 4
Rank #430 / 482
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #191 / 482
117
Facility 117
PA AVG 63
Rank #419 / 482
4.9
Facility 4.9
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #317 / 482
Profit
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #295 / 361
1.11
52.1%
Facility 52.1%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #405 / 485
Studio, Large Studio, Deluxe Studio-
Brookdale Northampton
MC
AL
RC
Richboro
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 94
Rank #127 / 555
Yes
53
Facility 53
PA AVG 46
Rank #255 / 668
Brookdale Senior Living Communities Inc
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 83
Rank #326 / 460
8
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #301 / 482
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #191 / 482
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 63
Rank #304 / 482
6.5
Facility 6.5
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #383 / 482
Profit
88
Facility 88
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #127 / 361
1.24
59.2%
Facility 59.2%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #342 / 485
Studio / 1 BedA+
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Overview of Brookdale Harrisburg

Discover a place where independence meets community at Brookdale Harrisburg, a remarkable senior living community in the heart of historic Harrisburg, PA, that offers both personal care home services and memory care in a tranquil setting. Residents here enjoy the comforts of restaurant-style dining and the convenience of housekeeping services, with staff available around the clock for assistance with daily tasks. For those needing specialized memory care, our structured program fosters a sense of belonging and purpose, tailored to preserve individual identities and talents.

At Brookdale Harrisburg, residents can indulge in pet-friendly apartments bathed in natural light, ensuring a homely feel with personal touches. The community boasts diverse activities each month, catering to various interests—from art classes to fitness sessions and lively social gatherings. Dining is a highlight, featuring nutritious meals served elegantly, with options for outings and picnics. With its comprehensive care options and vibrant lifestyle offerings, Brookdale Harrisburg invites seniors to embrace a fulfilling and engaging chapter of life in a supportive environment.

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Overview of Blue Bell Place

Experience a wonderful retirement life with Blue Bell Place, an elegant community in Blue Bell, PA, dedicated to offering compassionate personal care, memory care, and short-term stays. They inspire residents to live their best lives by offering them comprehensive assistance with their daily living activities, medication management, and other tasks depending on their needs and preferences. Those living with the challenges of memory loss find comfort in having a specially-trained team to care for their unique needs while forging deeper connections with them to foster a nurturing and safe atmosphere.

Caregivers looking to take a break from caregiving or residents needing temporary support throughout their recovery journey have the short-term stay option with full access to amenities and main services. Fun activities and wellness initiatives are also abundant to help residents remain active and enriched, complemented with nourishing meals to keep them energized and healthy. Whatever your needs are, Blue Bell Place goes above and beyond in giving its residents all the care and comfort they require to live their best lives fully.

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Kirkland Village

1 Kirkland Village Cir, Bethlehem, PA 18017
Overview of Kirkland Village

Set in the sunny and charming neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA, Kirkland Village is a warm and welcoming senior living community that delivers exceptional independent living, personal care, memory care, and transitional care. To further enhance residents’ convenience, the community also provides home care services, skilled nursing for residents undergoing recovery, as well as end of life care. Offering convenient access to the historic downtown of Bethlehem, the community allows residents to enjoy the city’s vibrant offerings conveniently.

The community provides every resident with maintenance-free accommodations in a variety of floor plans, including charming cottages and luxury terrace homes. A vibrant array of amenities, such as a library, day spa, on-site pub, aquatic, and fitness center are also offered to give residents a more enjoyable living experience. With access to a wide array of services, residents of Kirkland Village are guaranteed to age in place comfortably.

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Overview of Seaton Springwood

Seaton Springwood is a vibrant community that ensures you receive the best quality of life regarding assistance and independence. Personal care with memory care creates a dynamic social environment where residents can build new connections and make meaningful relationships with staff and other residents. Seaton Springwood heeds a sophisticated, warm, and welcoming atmosphere that makes seniors feel like family in their newfound home.

A list of enriching and engaging activities for residents includes gardening, exercise programs, watching at the in-house movie theater, and many more. As for their residential services, residents do not have to worry about housekeeping, laundry, or transportation; all of these are offered by management to ensure that they live comfortably and hassle-free.

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Overview of Eagleview Landing

Eagleview Landing, by Merrill Gardens, prioritizes seniors’ needs in their golden years through a range of services, including personal and memory care services. The luxury senior living home in Exton is committed to fostering meaningful connections and creating a vibrant culture within the home. Residents can also benefit from specialized assisted living for dementia patients, ensuring their unique needs are met with compassion and expertise.

Located amongst breathtaking scenery, the community boasts an array of amenities such as a game room, a library, and an inviting living room. The beautifully designed outdoor spaces, salon services, and garage parking enhance the luxurious living experience. Moreover, the community offers many enriching activities catering to the residents’ diverse interests.

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Overview of Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park

Uncompromising high standards are the foundation of Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park’s commitment to residents and their families. They strive to provide unparalleled peace of mind through their state-of-the-art facility, offering a wide range of exceptional services, including assisted living apartments, skilled nursing, dementia care, home healthcare, and hospice care. Upholding nursing home quality measures is paramount to them, ensuring the highest level of care for their residents.

Their outdoor areas provide serene spaces to walk, relax, and bask in the tranquility of nature. Their living room areas and elegant dining rooms exude an ambiance of sophistication and warmth, fostering a sense of belonging and community. They understand the importance of holistic well-being, which is why they offer a fitness center for residents to stay active and maintain their vitality. Additionally, their café provides a cozy spot for socializing and enjoying delightful refreshments. Paramount Senior Living is committed to providing a wealth of amenities that elevate the senior living experience, ensuring that every aspect of life is enriched and cherished.

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Overview of Newhaven Court at Lindwood

Newhaven Court at Lindwood offers a harmonious blend of country living and elegance in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. This assisted living community provides 24/7 Personal Care and Memory Care services to cater to the needs of its residents.
Newhaven Court boasts a variety of relaxing spaces, engaging activities, and dedicated services that contribute to the overall well-being of its residents. Additionally, senior residents get access to their elegant guest dining room and state-of-the-art movie theater. The inviting ambiance of Newhaven Court at Lindwood ensures that residents enjoy a comfortable and enriched lifestyle.

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Overview of Rose Tree Place

Residing in the calm neighborhood of Sandy Bank Road, Media, PA, is the trusted senior living community of Rose Tree Place, A Watermark Retirement Community, that features personal care, memory care, and short-term stays. The community doubles its efforts to ensure seniors’ comfort and safety by providing them with cozy and well-designed studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A respectful and highly qualified team lends extra hands for residents to make the most out of their best years.

The community caters to residents’ interests and strengths; and respects their preferences by letting them do what they want, whether it’s a relaxing alone time or an exciting moment with friends. Indulge in delicious and healthy meals to meet dietary needs and preferences. Rose Tree Place is ideal for seniors aiming to optimize their independence and experience meaningful things in their golden years.

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Kendal-Crosslands Communities

1660 Street Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Overview of Kendal-Crosslands Communities

Situated in the stunning Kennett Square, PA, Kendal-Crosslands Communities is an idyllic senior living community that provides life-plan communities. A wide range of cozy and sophisticated studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom accommodations await seniors as they transition into the community, carefully crafted to foster freedom and familiarity. Kendal-Crosslands Communities lends extra support to residents’ daily lives with a compassionate and highly skilled team.

Share stories with fellow residents and lead a meaningful life surrounded by a bright and welcoming environment. A robust calendar of carefully curated fun activities and exciting events accompanies residents as they make the most out of their day. Moreover, dining options are carefully prepared to satisfy seniors’ tastes and preferences. Kendal-Crosslands Communities is an incredible community that promotes lively and enjoyable surroundings within its beautiful campus.

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Overview of Providence Place Senior Living at the Collegeville Inn

Situated in Montgomery County, Collegeville, PA, Providence Place Senior Living at the Collegeville Inn is a vibrant senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care to ensure most of its residents’ needs are met. Residents can choose from an array of bright and cozy studio and one-bedroom apartments with convenient access to main services and community features. The community offers individualized care plans overseen by a team of licensed nurses available 24/7 to ensure residents’ needs are thoroughly met.

The community offers a long list of engaging and stimulating activities, making sure residents have plenty of opportunities to stay active, and engaged. Deliciously-prepared meals are offered, complemented with access to a coffee, snacks, and beverages bar to ensure residents are always full, happy, and energized to enjoy the vibrant lifestyle they desire. Residents’ holistic well-being are comprehensive care services, access to therapy services, and a wide array of convenient amenities.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Pennsylvania

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.

What is memory care?

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 370 memory care communities in Pennsylvania. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Pennsylvania?

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 Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania?

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.