Best Memory Care in Pennsylvania

Updated May 2026

We analyzed 639 homes in Pennsylvania

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Pennsylvania Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Sunrise of Dresher	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Dresher	105 Facility 105 PA AVG 95 Rank #189 / 555	Yes	45 Facility 45 PA AVG 46 Rank #342 / 668	Hcri Sun III Tenant LP	13	3 Facility 3 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #246 / 481	76.9% Facility 76.9% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #339 / 481	57 Facility 57 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #315 / 481	4.4 Facility 4.4 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #276 / 481	Profit	96 Facility 96 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #113 / 361	1.57	62.9% Facility 62.9% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #310 / 495	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A-
Sunrise of Haverford	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Haverford	98 Facility 98 PA AVG 95 Rank #233 / 555	Yes	82 Facility 82 PA AVG 46 Rank #68 / 668	Szr Haverford Al Opco LLC	13	8 Facility 8 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #429 / 481	61.5% Facility 61.5% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #184 / 481	61 Facility 61 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #333 / 481	4.7 Facility 4.7 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #296 / 481	Profit	84 Facility 84 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #136 / 361	1.75	49.0% Facility 49.0% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #421 / 495	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A+
Country Meadows Retirement Communities	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Wyomissing	80 Facility 80 PA AVG 95 Rank #297 / 555	No	31 Facility 31 PA AVG 46 Rank #457 / 668	Country Meadows Of Wyomissing LLC	7	- Facility - PA AVG 3.3 Rank #1 / 481	42.9% Facility 42.9% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #48 / 481	11 Facility 11 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #54 / 481	1.6 Facility 1.6 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #50 / 481	Profit	37 Facility 37 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #298 / 361	1.00	46.3% Facility 46.3% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #436 / 495	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A+
Sunrise of Paoli	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Malvern (General Warren Village)	110 Facility 110 PA AVG 95 Rank #169 / 555	Yes	23 Facility 23 PA AVG 46 Rank #514 / 668	Welltower Opco Group LLC	14	7 Facility 7 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #404 / 481	71.4% Facility 71.4% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #287 / 481	50 Facility 50 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #293 / 481	3.6 Facility 3.6 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #223 / 481	Profit	-	-	54.5% Facility 54.5% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #386 / 495	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A+
Sunrise of Abington	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Abington	110 Facility 110 PA AVG 95 Rank #169 / 555	Yes	57 Facility 57 PA AVG 46 Rank #227 / 668	Szr Abington Al Opco LLC	15	6 Facility 6 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #378 / 481	66.7% Facility 66.7% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #222 / 481	95 Facility 95 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #400 / 481	6.3 Facility 6.3 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #374 / 481	Profit	109 Facility 109 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #80 / 361	1.47	65.5% Facility 65.5% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #291 / 495	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A-
Sunrise of Granite Run	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Media	115 Facility 115 PA AVG 95 Rank #156 / 555	Yes	42 Facility 42 PA AVG 46 Rank #367 / 668	Szr Granite Run Al Opco LLC	15	9 Facility 9 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #447 / 481	66.7% Facility 66.7% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #222 / 481	82 Facility 82 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #384 / 481	5.5 Facility 5.5 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #346 / 481	Profit	151 Facility 151 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #16 / 361	1.72	76.5% Facility 76.5% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #179 / 495	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A+
Brookdale Grayson View	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Selinsgrove	95 Facility 95 PA AVG 95 Rank #243 / 555	Yes	7 Facility 7 PA AVG 46 Rank #622 / 668	Emeritus Corporation	18	7 Facility 7 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #404 / 481	61.1% Facility 61.1% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #182 / 481	78 Facility 78 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #375 / 481	4.3 Facility 4.3 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #271 / 481	Profit	104 Facility 104 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #88 / 361	1.30	84.2% Facility 84.2% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #91 / 495	Studio	A+
Bethlehem Manor	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Bethlehem (West Side)	75 Facility 75 PA AVG 95 Rank #327 / 555	No	73 Facility 73 PA AVG 46 Rank #123 / 668	Bethlehem Manor Senior Living LLC	17	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #347 / 481	52.9% Facility 52.9% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #111 / 481	44 Facility 44 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #268 / 481	2.6 Facility 2.6 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #141 / 481	Profit	65 Facility 65 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #199 / 361	1.63	36.0% Facility 36.0% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #474 / 495	Studio	A+
The Bridges at Bent Creek	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Mechanicsburg	130 Facility 130 PA AVG 95 Rank #91 / 555	Yes	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 46 Rank #635 / 668	Creek Senior Care LLC	19	10 Facility 10 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #458 / 481	73.7% Facility 73.7% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #308 / 481	149 Facility 149 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #436 / 481	7.8 Facility 7.8 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #404 / 481	Profit	-	-	71.5% Facility 71.5% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #236 / 495	Studio / 1 Bed	A+
Brookdale Northampton	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Richboro	120 Facility 120 PA AVG 95 Rank #129 / 555	Yes	53 Facility 53 PA AVG 46 Rank #255 / 668	Brookdale Senior Living Communities Inc	8	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #301 / 481	62.5% Facility 62.5% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #190 / 481	52 Facility 52 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #303 / 481	6.5 Facility 6.5 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #382 / 481	Profit	88 Facility 88 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #127 / 361	1.24	59.2% Facility 59.2% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #343 / 495	Studio / 1 Bed	A+
Brookdale Harrisburg	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Harrisburg (Susquehanna)	65 Facility 65 PA AVG 95 Rank #381 / 555	Yes	17 Facility 17 PA AVG 46 Rank #551 / 668	Emeritus Corporation	10	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #301 / 481	70% Facility 70% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #271 / 481	107 Facility 107 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #407 / 481	10.7 Facility 10.7 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #443 / 481	Profit	-	-	61.5% Facility 61.5% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #318 / 495	Studio / Suite	A+
Kirkland Village	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Bethlehem	64 Facility 64 PA AVG 95 Rank #386 / 555	No	12 Facility 12 PA AVG 46 Rank #591 / 668	Presbyterian Homes, Inc.	9	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #187 / 481	44.4% Facility 44.4% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #61 / 481	11 Facility 11 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #54 / 481	1.2 Facility 1.2 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #30 / 481	Non-Profit	31 Facility 31 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #318 / 361	1.03	46.9% Facility 46.9% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #433 / 495	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A+
Brookdale Grandon Farms	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Mechanicsburg	120 Facility 120 PA AVG 95 Rank #129 / 555	No	4 Facility 4 PA AVG 46 Rank #645 / 668	Emeritus Corporation	8	3 Facility 3 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #246 / 481	62.5% Facility 62.5% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #190 / 481	54 Facility 54 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #309 / 481	6.8 Facility 6.8 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #388 / 481	Profit	79 Facility 79 PA AVG 76.7 Rank #162 / 361	1.52	62.5% Facility 62.5% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #312 / 495	studio / 1 bed	A+
Country Meadows of York-West	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	York (Trolley Road)	215 Facility 215 PA AVG 95 Rank #18 / 555	Yes	44 Facility 44 PA AVG 46 Rank #350 / 668	Country Meadows Of York LLC	6	- Facility - PA AVG 3.3 Rank #1 / 481	66.7% Facility 66.7% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #222 / 481	13 Facility 13 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #72 / 481	2.2 Facility 2.2 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #94 / 481	Profit	-	-	57.7% Facility 57.7% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #365 / 495	Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A+
Autumn House East	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	East York	150 Facility 150 PA AVG 95 Rank #54 / 555	No	66 Facility 66 PA AVG 46 Rank #167 / 668	2618 E Market Street Operating Company LLC	11	5 Facility 5 PA AVG 3.3 Rank #347 / 481	63.6% Facility 63.6% PA AVG 64.7% Rank #205 / 481	170 Facility 170 PA AVG 62.2 Rank #445 / 481	15.5 Facility 15.5 PA AVG 4.9 Rank #463 / 481	Profit	-	-	80.0% Facility 80.0% PA AVG 67.8% Rank #131 / 495	Private Room / Semi-Private Room	A+

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these memory care communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

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Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

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

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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 20 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.

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