Page 19 of Best Memory Care in Pennsylvania

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 408 memory care providers 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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Moravian Manor
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Lititz
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 105
Rank #339 / 368
Yes
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 45
Rank #17 / 404
Moravian Manors Inc?9
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 324
33%
Facility 33%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #18 / 324
24
Facility 24
PA AVG 63
Rank #34 / 324
2.7
Facility 2.7
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #115 / 324
Non-Profit--
72.5%
Facility 72.5%
PA AVG 68.5%
Rank #150 / 332
-
Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Erie (Southeast Erie)
117
Facility 117
PA AVG 105
Rank #124 / 368
No
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 45
Rank #77 / 404
Erie Snf Operations LLC?5
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #145 / 324
80%
Facility 80%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #275 / 324
27
Facility 27
PA AVG 63
Rank #40 / 324
5.4
Facility 5.4
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #241 / 324
Profit
19
Facility 19
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #244 / 248
1.36-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Masonic Village at Sewickley-Star Points Building
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Sewickley
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 105
Rank #290 / 368
Yes
87
Facility 87
PA AVG 45
Rank #22 / 404
Masonic Villages Of The Grand Lodge Of Pennsylvania?18
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 324
39%
Facility 39%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #37 / 324
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 63
Rank #57 / 324
1.9
Facility 1.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #50 / 324
Non-Profit--
60.9%
Facility 60.9%
PA AVG 68.5%
Rank #182 / 332
-
Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Philadelphia (Northwest Philadelphia)
79
Facility 79
PA AVG 105
Rank #246 / 368
Yes
81
Facility 81
PA AVG 45
Rank #42 / 404
Stapeley Hall?26
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #145 / 324
73%
Facility 73%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #251 / 324
171
Facility 171
PA AVG 63
Rank #285 / 324
6.6
Facility 6.6
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #270 / 324
Non-Profit
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #184 / 248
1.40
58.2%
Facility 58.2%
PA AVG 68.5%
Rank #183 / 332
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Fountain View at Logan Square
MC
CCRC
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Philadelphia (Center City)
101
Facility 101
PA AVG 105
Rank #169 / 368
Yes
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 45
Rank #5 / 404
Logan Operator LLC?7
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #145 / 324
86%
Facility 86%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #292 / 324
114
Facility 114
PA AVG 63
Rank #234 / 324
16.3
Facility 16.3
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #321 / 324
Profit
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #110 / 248
1.45
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
PA AVG 68.5%
Rank #207 / 332
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
York
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 105
Rank #317 / 368
No
94
Facility 94
PA AVG 45
Rank #8 / 404
Spiritrust LutheranA+23
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 324
22%
Facility 22%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #5 / 324
33
Facility 33
PA AVG 63
Rank #53 / 324
1.4
Facility 1.4
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #30 / 324
Non-Profit--
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
PA AVG 68.5%
Rank #170 / 332
-
Brookside at Cross Keys Village
MC
ADC
IL
New Oxford
36
Facility 36
PA AVG 105
Rank #352 / 368
Yes
63
Facility 63
PA AVG 45
Rank #106 / 404
The Brethren Home CommunityA13
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 324
46%
Facility 46%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #65 / 324
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 63
Rank #15 / 324
1.2
Facility 1.2
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #19 / 324
Non-Profit--
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
PA AVG 68.5%
Rank #20 / 332
-
Sunrise of McCandless
MC
AL
RC
Pittsburgh
153
Facility 153
PA AVG 105
Rank #41 / 368
Yes
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 45
Rank #178 / 404
Welltower Opco Group LLCA-51
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 4
Rank #241 / 324
37%
Facility 37%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #30 / 324
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 63
Rank #93 / 324
1.0
Facility 1.0
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #9 / 324
Profit--
49.0%
Facility 49.0%
PA AVG 68.5%
Rank #291 / 332
Studio / 1 Bed / Suite
The Bridges At Warwick
MC
AL
RC
Jamison
130
Facility 130
PA AVG 105
Rank #74 / 368
Yes
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 45
Rank #208 / 404
Warwick Bridges LLCB+26
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #105 / 324
46%
Facility 46%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #65 / 324
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 63
Rank #211 / 324
3.6
Facility 3.6
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #177 / 324
Profit--
86.2%
Facility 86.2%
PA AVG 68.5%
Rank #75 / 332
Studio / 1 Bed
Berkshire Commons
MC
RC
Reading
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 105
Rank #256 / 368
Yes
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 45
Rank #194 / 404
5485 Perkiomen Avenue Operations LLCA-57
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 4
Rank #300 / 324
53%
Facility 53%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #105 / 324
104
Facility 104
PA AVG 63
Rank #219 / 324
1.8
Facility 1.8
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #44 / 324
Profit
136
Facility 136
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #31 / 248
3.78
64.0%
Facility 64.0%
PA AVG 68.5%
Rank #278 / 332
Studio / 1 Bed

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Overview of Moravian Manor

Moravian Manor in Lititz, PA offers nursing home, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while respite care supports a short stay when a primary caregiver needs time away or recovery.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time. Rehabilitation services are available, along with courtesy transportation throughout the community, so residents can reach rehabilitation and get around without arranging their own ride. With 40 beds, Moravian Manor is a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other.

Total nurse staffing is 5h 25m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, and pets are allowed. The area has a Walk Score of 91, in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still complete routine errands independently. Moravian Manor is operated by Moravian Manors.

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Overview of Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center

The Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center in Erie, Pennsylvania, is more than just a skilled nursing facility – it’s a place that cares for seniors. They also have a dedicated memory care unit to provide specialized support. The heartwarming team here goes above and beyond to ensure residents feel at home and receive the best care possible. They are all about providing personalized care, offering restorative medical services to meet the unique needs of their residents. Spread across a serene 9-acre campus, they’ve got a holistic approach to healthcare that covers various complex care modalities. Residents can enjoy comfort in one of their 131 private rooms thoughtfully designed for convenience.

Nightingale also never forgets to keep spirits high with engaging activities, outings, and community events for seniors. Plus, it’s conveniently close to UPMC Hamot and Mill Creek Hospital, so residents have easy access to extended care if needed. Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center is truly a caring community that families can trust.

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Overview of Masonic Village at Sewickley-Star Points Building

Masonic Village at Sewickley Star Points Building offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and general nursing home support in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. Independent living provides private accommodations alongside community amenities, while assisted living helps residents manage daily tasks. Memory care uses secured spaces to monitor individuals at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing supplies ongoing clinical support.

Masonic Villages of The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania operates the 64-bed building. Staffing records show 4 hours and 27 minutes of total nurse staffing per resident daily. On-site wellness facilities include the Barley Wellness Center, accompanied by organized clubs, recreational programming, and live entertainment. Dining options feature a grill room, clubhouse restaurant, and clubhouse pub, with pet-friendly policies permitting residents to live alongside their pets.

An 87 walk score indicates a highly walkable surrounding area where daily errands can be handled without driving. Financial coverage choices include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.

Prospective representatives seeking multi-level care communities in Sewickley can contact Masonic Village at Sewickley Star Points Building to learn about unit availability or set up a site visit.

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Overview of Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley

A community that strives in exceedingly making its residents comfortable, the Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley offers the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday living.  A proud member of the Wesley Enhanced Living group, the Stapeley branch places integrity at the heart of its mission– personal care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and dementia care are all delivered with compassion and integrity. As its name suggests, the elegant senior living home aims to enhance and enrich the lives of residents of Wesley Enhanced Living.

Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley offers independent living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Their engaging activities and programs to name a few are the recreational activities, fitness activities, and entertainment programs available for residents to take part in at the library, media room, or outdoor social areas. Other services include housekeeping, concierge services, scheduled transportation, and worship services– to name a few of their highlighted community features.

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Fountain View at Logan Square

2 Franklin Town Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Overview of Fountain View at Logan Square

With its carefully curated offerings and exceptional attention to detail, Fountain View at Logan Square stands out as a true standout among senior living communities. Here, residents are treated to an array of living options, including independent living, personal care, memory care, and short-term rehabilitation care. The apartments themselves are a testament to sophistication and style, with tastefully appointed interiors that exude comfort and elegance. Whether residents prefer spacious floor plans or breathtaking views, Fountain View provides a living space that surpasses expectations.

From a club room adorned with a library and a stylish cocktail bar to a well-equipped computer center that keeps residents connected, there is no shortage of spaces designed for relaxation, enrichment, and socialization. For those seeking to maintain their physical well-being, the fitness center offers a range of options to stay active, while the spa and salon provide opportunities for indulgence and rejuvenation. The arts and craft studio invites residents to unleash their creativity and explore new artistic endeavors.

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Overview of Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive

Spiritrust Lutheran, the Village at Sprenkle Drive offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in York, PA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

These care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because the community offers multiple types of care without requiring a move to another community. With 56 beds, the community falls within the smaller community range, where staff and residents get to know each other. Rehabilitation services and short term rehab give residents a time limited option focused on rehabilitation rather than ongoing nursing care. A Walk Score of 94 / 100 places the area in a walker’s paradise, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Brookside at Cross Keys Village

Brookside at Cross Keys Village offers independent living, Adult Day Care, and Memory Care in New Oxford, Pennsylvania. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while Adult Day Care offers support during the day. Memory Care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The combination can suit a resident whose needs may change from independent living to Memory Care without leaving the community. With 36 beds, the community is smaller, giving staff and residents more opportunity to know one another. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet.

Respite care offers short stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Short term rehabilitation provides a temporary setting for recovery services. An indoor pool and wellness center give residents places for exercise on site, while creative arts spaces and a theater support arts activities and entertainment. The Brethren Home Community operates Brookside at Cross Keys Village. A Walk Score of 63 makes the area somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to get out independently for select trips.

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Overview of Sunrise of McCandless

Sunrise of McCandless is a senior living community situated in an ideal Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania location, providing a personalized lifestyle where residents’ days can be filled with beloved hobbies, good friends, and fine cuisine. The community offers room rates starting at $5,594 per month and caters to those navigating the complexities of memory loss, offering Terrace Club, an innovative program for those experiencing early memory loss, and the Reminiscence Neighborhood for people with more advanced memory loss. Sunrise of McCandless develops individualized plans for each resident to ensure their requirements are fully met, with plans evolving as needs mature, accommodating residents’ evolving concerns and securing their future in the community.

The community features a resident-centered approach where needs and preferences are respected, with an activity calendar headlined by resident-inspired clubs like Poker, Walking, Rosary, and Doc-U-Club. Sunrise of McCandless offers a variety of accommodations and floor plans, allowing couples to continue living together in companion suites, while highly trained chefs seek regular input from residents to understand which menu items should be featured. Conveniently located in Pittsburgh, PA, across from the newly developed McCandless Crossings, minutes from North Park and Ross Park Mall, and with medical services available at nearby Passavant Hospital, Sunrise of McCandless provides a personalized and engaging senior living experience.

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Overview of The Bridges at Warwick

Embrace an extraordinary stay with the Bridges of Warwick located in Jamison, PA. This welcoming community offers assisted living and memory care services. A variety of accommodations and services are available depending on the needs of its residents. These include laundry and linen services, housekeeping, spiritual services, transportation services, and medication management. With a focus in memory care, residents with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are well taken care of by a skilled and compassionate team.

Through a holistic approach to amenities and services, residents can experience a one-of-a-kind living that nourishes their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Personalized wellness programs, restaurant-style dining, shopping trips, and relaxation in its beautiful countryside are some of the highlights wherein residents can live a healthier and happier life. With its dedication to fostering a caring and inclusive environment, seniors are guaranteed a worthwhile living experience.

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Overview of Berkshire Commons

Berkshire Commons provides memory care and respite care in Reading, PA. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident living with dementia, while respite care provides a short term stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. These options may suit someone who needs supervised memory support or a family seeking temporary care.

The community has 75 beds and offers studio apartments as well as apartments with one bedroom. Residents can choose either a single private space or a separate bedroom. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet to live with them. Berkshire Commons is operated by 5485 Perkiomen Avenue Operations.

A salon and barber service allows residents to receive grooming services on site, while the excursions program offers organized outings. The area has a Walk Score of 46. Most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk.

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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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Memory Care in Pennsylvania at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 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: 105The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Pennsylvania. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 408 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.