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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 392 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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392 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

Compare Memory Care around Pennsylvania

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.

Homeland Center
MC
HC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Harrisburg (Midtown)
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 94
Rank #421 / 553
No
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 46
Rank #110 / 667
Home For The Friendless, Inc
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 83
Rank #85 / 460
5
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
20%
Facility 20%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #20 / 478
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 63
Rank #20 / 478
0.4
Facility 0.4
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #20 / 478
Non-Profit
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #248 / 356
1.09 83.9% -
Dunwoody Village
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Newtown Square
81
Facility 81
PA AVG 94
Rank #288 / 553
Yes
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 46
Rank #183 / 667
Dunwoody Village Inc
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 83
Rank #193 / 460
16
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #242 / 478
75%
Facility 75%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #312 / 478
58
Facility 58
PA AVG 63
Rank #324 / 478
3.6
Facility 3.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #221 / 478
Non-Profit
102
Facility 102
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #94 / 356
1.36 92.6% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Homestead Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Lancaster (Rohrerstown)
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 94
Rank #202 / 553
Yes
16
Facility 16
PA AVG 46
Rank #558 / 667
Homestead Village Inc
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 83
Rank #112 / 460
5
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
40%
Facility 40%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #39 / 478
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 63
Rank #27 / 478
1.2
Facility 1.2
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #32 / 478
Non-Profit-- 57.0% Private Rooms
Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village
MC
ADC
AL
IL
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Mechanicsburg
190
Facility 190
PA AVG 94
Rank #21 / 553
No
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 46
Rank #520 / 667
Messiah Home Inc
89
Facility 89
PA AVG 83
Rank #152 / 460
9
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #345 / 478
32
Facility 32
PA AVG 63
Rank #205 / 478
3.6
Facility 3.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #221 / 478
Non-Profit
144
Facility 144
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #21 / 356
1.21 78.4% -
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Allentown (Rittersville)
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 94
Rank #250 / 553
No
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 46
Rank #236 / 667
Riverton Operator LLC
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 83
Rank #112 / 460
12
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 478
58.3%
Facility 58.3%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #150 / 478
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 63
Rank #266 / 478
3.7
Facility 3.7
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #227 / 478
Profit
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #132 / 356
1.23 76.7% 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Hill at Whitemarsh
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Lafayette Hill
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 94
Rank #430 / 553
No
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 46
Rank #663 / 667
Whitemarsh Continuing Care Retirement Community
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 83
Rank #112 / 460
7
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
71.4%
Facility 71.4%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #286 / 478
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 63
Rank #126 / 478
3.1
Facility 3.1
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #189 / 478
Non-Profit
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #314 / 356
1.24 48.1% Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed / 3 bed
Dock Woods
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Lansdale
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 94
Rank #292 / 553
No
21
Facility 21
PA AVG 46
Rank #523 / 667
Hatfield Mennonite Homes Inc
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 83
Rank #193 / 460
10
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 478
50%
Facility 50%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #77 / 478
29
Facility 29
PA AVG 63
Rank #188 / 478
2.9
Facility 2.9
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #168 / 478
Non-Profit
92
Facility 92
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #123 / 356
1.35 85.0% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Kendal-Crosslands Communities
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Kennett Square
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 94
Rank #436 / 553
Yes
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 46
Rank #602 / 667
Kendal-Crosslands Communities, Inc
99
Facility 99
PA AVG 83
Rank #17 / 460
6
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #27 / 478
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 63
Rank #40 / 478
1.3
Facility 1.3
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #39 / 478
Non-Profit
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #304 / 356
1.00 66.7% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Garden Spot Village
MC
ADC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
New Holland
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 94
Rank #164 / 553
No
32
Facility 32
PA AVG 46
Rank #444 / 667
Garden Spot Village
92
Facility 92
PA AVG 83
Rank #98 / 460
4
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
50%
Facility 50%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #77 / 478
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 63
Rank #27 / 478
1.5
Facility 1.5
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #46 / 478
Non-Profit
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #220 / 356
1.00 56.4% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed / Cottage
The Philadelphia Protestant Home
MC
IL
NH
SNF
Philadelphia (Northeast Philadelphia)
188
Facility 188
PA AVG 94
Rank #23 / 553
No
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 46
Rank #103 / 667
Philadelphia Protestant Home
99
Facility 99
PA AVG 83
Rank #17 / 460
7
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #107 / 478
42.9%
Facility 42.9%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #50 / 478
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 63
Rank #57 / 478
1.6
Facility 1.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #53 / 478
Non-Profit-- 50.0% -
Moravian Village of Bethlehem
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Bethlehem (Central Bethlehem)
250
Facility 250
PA AVG 94
Rank #9 / 553
No
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 46
Rank #216 / 667
Moravian Village Of Bethlehem
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 83
Rank #132 / 460
9
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
55.6%
Facility 55.6%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #123 / 478
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 63
Rank #49 / 478
1.1
Facility 1.1
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #29 / 478
Non-Profit
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #339 / 356
1.220-
Willowbrook Place
MC
AL
NH
RC
Clarks Summit
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 94
Rank #292 / 553
Yes
45
Facility 45
PA AVG 46
Rank #341 / 667
Clarks Summit Aid II Opco LLC
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 83
Rank #257 / 460
13
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 478
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #415 / 478
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 63
Rank #352 / 478
5.2
Facility 5.2
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #332 / 478
Profit
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #259 / 356
1.20 52.5% Studio / 1 Bed
Juniper Village at Bucks County
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Bensalem
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 94
Rank #398 / 553
Yes
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 46
Rank #328 / 667
Juniper Village At Bensalem Operations LLC
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 83
Rank #458 / 460
12
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #401 / 478
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #453 / 478
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 63
Rank #436 / 478
12.5
Facility 12.5
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #449 / 478
Profit
68
Facility 68
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #186 / 356
1.66 66.7% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Fellowship Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Whitehall (Fellowship Community)
121
Facility 121
PA AVG 94
Rank #121 / 553
Yes
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 46
Rank #644 / 667
---------- 97.0% 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Freedom Village at Brandywine
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Coatesville
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 94
Rank #398 / 553
Yes
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 46
Rank #602 / 667
---------- 76.8% 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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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 Celebration Villa of Exeter

Tucked in the charming Reading, Pennsylvania, Celebration Villa of Exeter offers an exceptional living experience through its personal care and respite care services. Boasting a delectable array of ten dining options, residents are treated to a diverse culinary experience that caters to their preferences. This award-winning facility radiates a warm culture that fosters a strong sense of connection and community, making it a truly inviting and engaging place to call home.

Conveniently located near natural parks, restaurants, and shopping areas, residents have the opportunity to explore their surroundings and enjoy a well-rounded lifestyle. Regular local outings add an element of excitement, complementing the diverse range of activities and events that residents can take part in. With a variety of floor plans available, Celebration Villa of Exeter provides personalized care across multiple levels, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term respite care. This community stands as a testament to unmatched care and a commitment to creating a vibrant and fulfilling senior living experience.

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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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Grace Manor at North Park

9565 Babcock Blvd, Allison Park, PA 15101
Overview of Grace Manor at North Park

Live your life to the fullest with the distinct senior living community of Grace Manor at North Park in Babcock Boulevard, Allison Park, PA, providing personal care. Featuring bright and airy accommodations, the community ensures seniors optimize comfort and convenience. The community goes above and beyond to help seniors with their daily activities for a better quality of life.

Live an active and well-engaged lifestyle with meticulously curated activities and exciting events. Committed to seniors’ well-being, Grace Manor at North Park also provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Have a delightful conversation with friends over healthy and tasty meals for dietary satisfaction and lively mealtimes. Grace Manor at North Park is great for seniors wanting to experience a hassle-free retirement in its vibrant and welcoming community.

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Overview of Mountain View Senior Living

Enjoy a meaningful lifestyle filled with rich experiences at the blissful senior living community of Mountain View Senior Living in Westmoreland County, Greensburg, PA, offering assisted living and memory care services. The community features a dedicated care team trained to provide a broad range of care levels 24/7, providing residents and their families with the comfort of knowing they are in great hands. Accommodation offered with individualized heating and A/C, private bathrooms, and access to free WiFi for a comfortable living experience.

The community handles housekeeping, laundry, and transportation to further improve residents’ comfort and convenience. Additional care services, such as access to a podiatrist, psychiatrist, physician visits, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and hospice care, ensures residents have access to care services that they may potentially need. Nutritional meals and snacks are provided under a registered dietician’s supervision, ensuring residents receive the sustenance and nourishment they need to stay active and healthy.

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Oxford Crossings

310 E Winchester Ave, Langhorne, PA 19047
Overview of Oxford Crossings

Conveniently located in Bucks County, Langhorne, PA, Oxford Crossings is a luxurious senior living community that offers personal care, memory care, and respite care. The community ensures residents’ needs are met accordingly with customized care plans made in collaboration with residents. There’s a multitude of residential options and floor plans to choose from, including studio and one-bedroom floor plans to ensure residents are able to find the accommodation that best suits their lifestyle needs and preferences.

Residents can rest assured with 24/7 on-site care, call alert systems, and nursing team members on standby to offer various care and assistance. Opportunities for a vibrant and enriching living experience surrounds the community with plenty of inviting and cozy community spaces that encourage social interaction, entertainment, and relaxation. A diverse life enrichment programming is also provided to further enhance residents’ living experience and overall well-being through an array of exercise programs, arts and crafts classes, outings, and more.

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Overview of Brookdale Grayson View

Located in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, Brookdale Grayson View offers a variety of care options to meet the diverse needs of seniors, including assisted living, memory care, and independent living. The community provides several floor plans, including studio and one-bedroom options, allowing residents to find a space that suits their preferences. Seniors can enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with activities such as exploring their creativity in the arts and crafts studio. With utilities and maintenance typically included, residents can focus on making the most of their days.

The community features a fitness center, library, and coffee shop, ensuring there is always something to do. For those looking for relaxation, there is a beauty/barber shop and serene courtyard and garden. The dining experience is exceptional, with restaurant-style meals and menus tailored to residents’ preferences. With 24/7 availability for emergencies, residents can have peace of mind knowing help is always nearby. Choosing Brookdale Grayson View means choosing a community that prioritizes comfort, convenience, and a fulfilling lifestyle.

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Overview of Legend at Silver Creek – Mechanicsburg

A few minutes away from Camp Hill Legend at Silver Creek is an elegant luxury personal care and memory care that elevates the retirement experience for seniors in Mechanicsburg. Management and staff have also embodied dedication and professionalism to provide residents with healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness. Legend of Lancaster is one of the homes offering unparalleled care for residential assisted living and memory care for seniors.

Legend at Silver Creek provides a resident-centered approach where amenities and services are designed to meet the needs of each senior through their life enrichment program, which offers local excursions with a vibrant social group and history lectures to meet their educational needs. They boast their Gold Leaf Dining program, which promotes an experience of delight for exquisite flavors of chef-prepared nutritious meals.

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Overview of Arbutus Park Manor

Located on Ottawa Street in downtown Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Arbutus Park Manor is a nursing home owned and operated by Julian Beglin. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several options for covering care costs.

The 35-bed home serves residents needing both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. Residents stay an average of 221 days, including a mix of post-acute recovery and ongoing skilled nursing support. Specialized dementia and memory care are available alongside rehabilitation services, respite care, and personal care assistance. The community has an occupancy rate of 86%, with 30 of its 35 beds occupied.

Daily nurse staffing is substantial, which averages 4 hours and 40 minutes per resident. This includes 42 minutes of registered nurse care, 2 hours and 7 minutes of nurse aide support, and 49 minutes of licensed practical or vocational nurse care. The staffing structure provides the hands-on support needed by residents with recovery or complex medical needs.

State inspections show a facility that has strengthened its practices over time. A recent inspection found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections identified areas for improvement involving medication handling, resident privacy, and facility safety. The home responded to these findings and addressed a fire safety issue identified during a follow-up inspection.

The home is in a very walkable area with a Walk Score of 76, so family members can easily visit and access nearby services and amenities on foot. The range of care options, from short-term rehabilitation to memory care, gives the community flexibility in serving residents with different needs.

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Overview of Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive
SpiriTrust Lutheran, The Village at Sprenkle Drive is a retirement community in York, PA. It offers a variety of services including Residential Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support Care, Skilled Nursing Care, and Short-Term Rehabilitation. The community promotes an active, independent lifestyle while providing a continuum of care.

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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 392 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.