Page 13 of Best Memory Care in Pennsylvania

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 396 memory care communities in PA using PA Depts. of Human Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in PA
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Avg Walk Score: 47/ 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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Info below is compiled from the PA Depts. of Human Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total daily staff count from Pennsylvania inspection/licensing data (headcount snapshot), when reported.
The total number of staff employed per resident. A number greater than or = to 1 is a positive care signal.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
The Residence at Fitz Farm
MC
AL
IL
RC
York (Tyler Run-Queens Gate)
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 94
Rank #322 / 552
No
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 47
Rank #349 / 657
York Healthcare Options, LLC6
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #108 / 478
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #214 / 478
19
Facility 19
PA AVG 63
Rank #102 / 478
3.2
Facility 3.2
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #186 / 478
For-Profit--
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #84 / 494
Studio / 1 Bed
Nottingham Village Retirement Center
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Northumberland
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 94
Rank #250 / 552
No
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 47
Rank #208 / 657
Leeds Health Care Services Inc6
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
67%
Facility 67%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #214 / 478
24
Facility 24
PA AVG 63
Rank #140 / 478
4.0
Facility 4.0
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #245 / 478
For-Profit
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #234 / 357
1.02
61.1%
Facility 61.1%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #333 / 494
-
Oak Leaf Manor North
MC
AL
Landisville
135
Facility 135
PA AVG 94
Rank #79 / 552
Yes
49
Facility 49
PA AVG 47
Rank #292 / 657
-10
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
70%
Facility 70%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #262 / 478
38
Facility 38
PA AVG 63
Rank #226 / 478
3.8
Facility 3.8
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #230 / 478
For-Profit
125
Facility 125
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #39 / 357
1.30
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #121 / 494
-
The Solana Doylestown
MC
AL
Warrington (Warrington Township)
129
Facility 129
PA AVG 94
Rank #96 / 552
Yes
39
Facility 39
PA AVG 47
Rank #387 / 657
Lcs Doylestown LLC10
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #403 / 478
90%
Facility 90%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #437 / 478
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 63
Rank #401 / 478
10.0
Facility 10.0
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #433 / 478
For-Profit
119
Facility 119
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #49 / 357
1.45
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #314 / 494
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Celebration Villa of Mid Valley
MC
RC
Peckville
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 94
Rank #440 / 552
No
27
Facility 27
PA AVG 47
Rank #488 / 657
Ec Opco Mid Valley LLC33
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 4
Rank #430 / 478
30%
Facility 30%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #17 / 478
37
Facility 37
PA AVG 63
Rank #222 / 478
1.1
Facility 1.1
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #21 / 478
Profit
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #144 / 357
2.00
62.0%
Facility 62.0%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #326 / 494
Studio / Deluxe Studio
Traditions of Lansdale
MC
AL
IL
Lansdale
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 94
Rank #51 / 552
No
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 47
Rank #260 / 657
Ivq Lansdale Opco LP14
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #242 / 478
79%
Facility 79%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #350 / 478
79
Facility 79
PA AVG 63
Rank #376 / 478
5.6
Facility 5.6
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #350 / 478
For-Profit
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #119 / 357
1.39
44.7%
Facility 44.7%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #455 / 494
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Springfield Crossings
MC
AL
RC
Springfield (Springfield Township)
84
Facility 84
PA AVG 94
Rank #277 / 552
No
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 47
Rank #425 / 657
Springfield Pch LLC13
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #298 / 478
77%
Facility 77%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #331 / 478
62
Facility 62
PA AVG 63
Rank #338 / 478
4.8
Facility 4.8
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #297 / 478
For-Profit
81
Facility 81
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #149 / 357
1.11
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #83 / 494
Studio / 1 Bed
Oak Leaf Manor Personal Care Retirement Home
MC
AL
Millersville
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 94
Rank #285 / 552
Yes
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 47
Rank #282 / 657
2101 Wabank Road Operating Company LLC5
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
60%
Facility 60%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #149 / 478
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 63
Rank #49 / 478
2.2
Facility 2.2
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #89 / 478
For-Profit
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #157 / 357
1.43--
Kendal at Longwood
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Kennett Square
78
Facility 78
PA AVG 94
Rank #310 / 552
Yes
83
Facility 83
PA AVG 47
Rank #65 / 657
Kendal-Crosslands Communities, Inc8
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #108 / 478
75%
Facility 75%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #305 / 478
41
Facility 41
PA AVG 63
Rank #246 / 478
5.1
Facility 5.1
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #321 / 478
Non-Profit
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #274 / 357
1.02
52.6%
Facility 52.6%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #408 / 494
-
Elm Terrace Gardens
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Lansdale
250
Facility 250
PA AVG 94
Rank #9 / 552
No
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 47
Rank #153 / 657
Elm Terrace Gardens16
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 4
Rank #376 / 478
81%
Facility 81%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #377 / 478
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 63
Rank #387 / 478
5.4
Facility 5.4
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #333 / 478
Non-Profit
119
Facility 119
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #49 / 357
1.57
30.4%
Facility 30.4%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #491 / 494
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every PA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 396 on this page.

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Overview of The Residence at Fitz Farm

Nestled in York, Pennsylvania, The Residence at Fitz Farm is an assisted living community within the historic White Rose City. This community echoes the rich narratives of the area, inviting residents to embrace their unique histories while forming new connections. Here, families and friends come together to share moments and stories.

This community’s design philosophy pays homage to the past while incorporating contemporary elements that cater to senior lifestyles. Moreover, residents are treated to personalized dining options, allowing them to savor favorite dishes that align with doctor-recommended diets. Steeped in history, The Residence at Fitz Farm presents a senior living experience that stands apart and is characterized by an innovative perspective.

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Overview of Nottingham Village Retirement Center

Providing long-term and short-term care, Nottingham Village Retirement Center is a nursing home in Northumberland, Pennsylvania. Located in a moderately walkable area on Neitz Road, where some daily errands can be completed on foot, the community currently serves 55 residents in a 90-bed setting. It also focuses on rehabilitation for older adults recovering from illness, injury, or surgery.

The dining program features scratch-made meals that incorporate local flavors and familiar favorites, supporting both nutrition and resident satisfaction. This approach allows meals to be adapted to a variety of dietary needs and personal preferences. A variety of activities and outings are also conducted to encourage engagement and social connection, including games, classes, picnics, parties, and community excursions.

Personal care assistance is available for daily living activities, with support tailored to each resident’s individual requirements. Therapeutic services support rehabilitation and wellness goals, while on-site medical and dental offices help reduce the need for outside appointments. Pharmacy delivery services assist with medication access, and a salon and barber shop provide convenient grooming services. Outdoor amenities such as a fishing pond and putting green also offer additional recreational opportunities.

Over the past five years, inspections have highlighted medication management, documentation procedures, and environmental cleanliness. Any identified concerns have been addressed through corrective action plans. Moreover, no fines or enforcement actions have been recorded.

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Overview of Oak Leaf Manor North

Set on Harrisburg Pike in Landisville, Pennsylvania, Oak Leaf Manor North is a 135-bed nursing home that offers rehabilitation services. Highlighting its dining program, the community provides a variety of chef-prepared meals with desserts offered nightly. This community also pays attention to small details that can enrich daily living, which particularly appeals to older adults who value food quality and the ritual of a well-prepared meal.

A calendar of activities, programs, and social events is also conducted, providing residents with options for engagement. Wi-Fi is available throughout, while housekeeping and laundry services are provided. Transportation can also be arranged. With a combination of good food, programming, and practical support, the community shapes residents’ daily living experience.

125 staff members are on-site daily, with 94 during waking hours, a ratio that supports both personal care. Notably, this staffing model provides the kind of attention that makes it a place where things actually happen rather than an institutional feel. Rehabilitation services are also available for recovery, along with recovery support and 24-hour staffing.

With a relatively walkable setting, Oak Leaf Manor North is located near services and amenities, though most errands will require a car or arranged transportation.

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The Solana Doylestown

1621 Easton Rd, Warrington, PA 18976
Overview of The Solana Doylestown

Get the help you need right when you need it at The Solana Doylestown, a welcoming senior living community in Bucks County, Warrington, PA, offering personal care and memory care services. Enjoy a restful retirement in the comfort of tastefully designed accommodations in variations of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchenettes, bathroom, emergency response system, and large windows for natural light. Residents needing extra care and support are provided assistance with the activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing and grooming, medication management so they can continue living the life they want to live.

At The Solana Doylestown, every day is a chance to live vibrantly with a long list of life enriching activities and convenient amenities offered to residents. Residents are guaranteed to live a healthy and active lifestyle with nutritious, chef-prepared meals and a professionally staffed wellness and fitness center. A full-service hair salon and barber shop helps residents look and feel good while a gorgeously landscaped courtyard, outdoor fireplace, library, sports lounge, and movie theater provide relaxing spaces to have fun and socialize.

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Overview of Celebration Villa of Mid Valley

Designed for residents with memory-related needs, Celebration Villa of Mid Valley is a supportive community in Peckville, PA that provides memory care. The community offers 24/7 care and assistance with daily living activities so residents can focus on their well-being. Residents find peace of mind from having access to excellent fall detection technology and 24/7 care teams to keep them safe.

The community’s life enrichment programs are designed based on residents’ needs, from brain stimulation to physical activity. Meals are provided daily with considerations for special dietary needs or preferences. Numerous features like an on-site salon, medical professional visits, and therapy services are also offered for a well-rounded living experience.

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Overview of Traditions of Lansdale

Age gracefully with Traditions of Lansdale, a blissful community in Lansdale, PA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring thoughtfully furnished and spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can find the accommodation that best matches their needs and preferences. The community also strives to meet residents’ special needs with a compassionate and highly trained team helping with their daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7.

Residents will not run out of things to do, with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs catering to their interests and strengths. Here, mealtimes not only meet nutritional needs but also promote social interactions with delightful and healthy meals. To improve residents’ living conditions, the community also provides FOX Rehabilitation. Spend your golden years surrounded by purposely designed amenities and dedicated services.

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Springfield Crossings

463 W Sproul Rd, Springfield, PA 19064
Overview of Springfield Crossings

Dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Springfield is a one-of-a-kind senior living community set in the accessible West Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, that features personal care, memory care, respite care, and rehabilitation care. Enjoy every moment of your retirement with cozy and well-designed studio and one-bedroom residences. With a responsible and well-trained team providing the highest standard of care and assistance 24/7, residents ease their worries and make their golden years more meaningful.

Pursue your dreams and gain meaningful experiences through engaging activities and enjoyable programs. Focusing on residents’ tastes and dietary needs, the community serves delectable and healthy meals for the finest dining experience. Springfield Crossing is a good place for seniors looking to optimize their freedom in their golden years with its welcoming environment.

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Overview of Oak Leaf Manor Personal Care Retirement Home
Oak Leaf Manor South is a senior living community located in Millersville, PA. It offers personal care and memory care services, along with a variety of activities and amenities designed to enhance residents' quality of life. The community is pet-friendly and provides chef-prepared meals.

Contact Oak Leaf Manor Personal Care Retirement Home

Kendal at Longwood

1109 East Baltimore Pike, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Overview of Kendal at Longwood

Kendal at Longwood is a 78-bed nursing home in Kennett Square, in the rolling farm country of Chester County, Pennsylvania. It accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families various routes to cover care. Operated by Kendal-Crosslands Communities, Inc, under owner Edward Plasha, the home typically runs at around 53 percent occupancy, averaging a stay length of 129 days. This reflects a blend of short-term rehabilitation and active nursing care stays.

The facility emphasizes skilled rehabilitation services, respite care, and long-term nursing support. With a doctor on staff and 24-hour staffing, the community supports residents through recovery and daily care needs. Overall, residents receive roughly 7 hours and 24 minutes of nursing care each day, denoting consistent access to clinical support and hands-on help with daily activities. The setting is notable for its breadth of amenities and lifestyle options that transcend typical nursing home offerings. Inside, the community features a full dining room and cafe, a library, art studios, a well-equipped fitness center with instructors, and an indoor pool. The grounds include an accredited arboretum, a certified wildlife habitat, 6 miles of walking trails, a fenced dog park, and courts for tennis and pickleball. There’s also a meditation room, computer lab, bank, gift shop, and community gardens. The location’s walkability rates 83 out of 100, so most errands can be handled on foot, and family visitors will find the surrounding area easy to navigate.

Health department state inspections have confirmed the home’s management responsiveness. Surprise monitoring visits have found no deficiencies, and renewal inspections have documented corrections to food protection and medical evaluation processes. This pattern portrays an active commitment to maintaining care standards.

Seeing the physical space firsthand and conversing with current residents and families can be especially beneficial for residents and families weighing a nursing home choice. Doing so helps them obtain a sense of daily life and the programming breadth that distinguishes one community from another.

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Elm Terrace Gardens

660 N Broad St, Lansdale, PA 19446
Overview of Elm Terrace Gardens

Make the Most of Every Stage of Life at Elm Terrace Gardens

Elm Terrace Gardens, a not-for-profit senior living community in Lansdale, PA, offers a full continuum of care designed to meet residents’ needs today and in the future. Whether you are seeking the independence and convenience of maintenance-free living, the support of personal care, specialized memory care, short-term rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, or a respite stay, Elm Terrace provides compassionate services in a vibrant, community setting.

Residents enjoy the peace of mind that comes with 24-hour security, an emergency call system in every apartment, and access to comprehensive healthcare services right on campus. Our professional team is here to provide support when needed—so residents can focus on living life to the fullest.

Life at Elm Terrace also includes chef-prepared dining, housekeeping, transportation, and beautifully maintained grounds. With a full calendar of recreational activities, exercise programs, and opportunities for enrichment, residents have endless ways to stay active, engaged, and connected.

At Elm Terrace Gardens, residents and their families find comfort knowing that quality care and a supportive community are always close at hand.

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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 396 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.