Page 29 of Best Memory Care in Pennsylvania

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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Legend Personal Care and Memory Care of Lititz
MC
AL
Lititz
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 94
Rank #202 / 552
No
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 47
Rank #28 / 657
Lititz Pch LLC14
3
Facility 3
PA AVG 4
Rank #242 / 478
79%
Facility 79%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #350 / 478
133
Facility 133
PA AVG 63
Rank #424 / 478
9.5
Facility 9.5
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #428 / 478
For-Profit--
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #212 / 494
--
Morningside House of Collegeville
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Collegeville
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 94
Rank #164 / 552
Yes
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 47
Rank #183 / 657
Landings Opco1, LLC10
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #184 / 478
90%
Facility 90%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #437 / 478
80
Facility 80
PA AVG 63
Rank #379 / 478
8.0
Facility 8.0
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #403 / 478
For-Profit--
68.2%
Facility 68.2%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #279 / 494
--
Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
York
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 94
Rank #421 / 552
No
94
Facility 94
PA AVG 47
Rank #12 / 657
-7
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
57%
Facility 57%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #129 / 478
30
Facility 30
PA AVG 63
Rank #187 / 478
4.3
Facility 4.3
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #263 / 478
Non-Profit--
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #271 / 494
--
Heritage Springs Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Muncy
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 94
Rank #398 / 552
No
61
Facility 61
PA AVG 47
Rank #203 / 657
Aq Opco Mountoursville22
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
50%
Facility 50%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #69 / 478
26
Facility 26
PA AVG 63
Rank #155 / 478
1.2
Facility 1.2
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #24 / 478
For-Profit-----
Wesbury United Methodist Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Meadville
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 94
Rank #164 / 552
No
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 47
Rank #47 / 657
Wesbury United Methodist Community8
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #108 / 478
75%
Facility 75%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #305 / 478
38
Facility 38
PA AVG 63
Rank #226 / 478
4.8
Facility 4.8
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #297 / 478
Non-Profit
57
Facility 57
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #231 / 357
1.06
49.1%
Facility 49.1%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #426 / 494
-A
Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
York
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 94
Rank #421 / 552
No
94
Facility 94
PA AVG 47
Rank #12 / 657
Spiritrust Lutheran7
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 478
57%
Facility 57%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #129 / 478
30
Facility 30
PA AVG 63
Rank #187 / 478
4.3
Facility 4.3
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #263 / 478
Non-Profit-----
Ivy Hill Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Philadelphia (Cedarbrook)
145
Facility 145
PA AVG 94
Rank #64 / 552
No
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 47
Rank #110 / 657
-7
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #344 / 478
100%
Facility 100%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #455 / 478
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 63
Rank #324 / 478
8.6
Facility 8.6
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #414 / 478
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96.4%
Facility 96.4%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #13 / 494
-A+
The Remington of Yardley
MC
AL
RC
Yardley
115
Facility 115
PA AVG 94
Rank #151 / 552
Yes
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 47
Rank #456 / 657
Dr. I Heartis Yardley LLC24
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 4
Rank #465 / 478
100%
Facility 100%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #455 / 478
230
Facility 230
PA AVG 63
Rank #458 / 478
9.6
Facility 9.6
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #429 / 478
For-Profit--
87.8%
Facility 87.8%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #76 / 494
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite-
Sunrise of Lower Makefield
MC
AL
HOS
Morrisville
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 94
Rank #239 / 552
Yes
36
Facility 36
PA AVG 47
Rank #415 / 657
Ms. Lower Makefield Sh LLC17
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #344 / 478
76%
Facility 76%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #329 / 478
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 63
Rank #367 / 478
4.5
Facility 4.5
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #276 / 478
For-Profit
96
Facility 96
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #112 / 357
1.50
67.4%
Facility 67.4%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #284 / 494
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Bethel Park
125
Facility 125
PA AVG 94
Rank #102 / 552
No
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 47
Rank #425 / 657
Paramount Senior Living At Bethel Park LLC16
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #403 / 478
56%
Facility 56%
PA AVG 67.4%
Rank #115 / 478
38
Facility 38
PA AVG 63
Rank #226 / 478
2.4
Facility 2.4
PA AVG 5.1
Rank #108 / 478
For-Profit
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #17 / 357
1.53
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
PA AVG 69.7%
Rank #171 / 494
Studio / 1 BedA+

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 Legend Personal Care and Memory Care of Lititz

Featuring 100 beds, Legend Personal Care and Memory Care of Lititz is a nursing home in Lititz, Pennsylvania, that offers personal care and memory care. The community currently serves 75 residents in its West Millport Road location, providing convenient access to errands and amenities within walking distance.

Companion services, respite care, and wellness programs, supported by 24-hour staffing, are provided to support older adults’ overall health and management. Memory care is also available, providing specialized care to those living with cognitive-related conditions. Furthermore, personal care provides residents with tailored assistance for their daily living activities.

Focusing on quality and flexibility, the community’s dining services include thoughtfully prepared meals served in welcoming dining areas. Flexible meal schedules and casual dining opportunities also accommodate a variety of preferences and routines. Additionally, a bistro café offers additional dining choices throughout the day, and private dining spaces are available for family gatherings and special occasions.

Daily activities and events are also conducted to encourage social interaction and community involvement. Amenities include a hair salon, library, movie theater, chapel, spa services, courtyard, patio, post office, and country kitchen. The surrounding neighborhood’s Walk Score of 91 also makes it easy for visiting family members to access nearby services on foot.

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Overview of Morningside House of Collegeville

Morningside House of Collegeville is a nursing home in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. This recently opened community is located on South Collegeville Road in a moderately walkable area, providing access to errands and services within walking distance. With a 110-bed capacity, the community currently maintains a 68% occupancy rate.

Respite care is available for families seeking temporary care arrangements while planning for longer-term needs. Short-term rehabilitation services are also provided to assist residents recovering from surgery or illness, aiming to maintain independence, while short-term stays are offered for those in need of temporary care. Hospice services are also provided to support residents and families during end-of-life care. Personal care assistance is tailored to individual needs, helping residents with daily living activities.

As a newly established community, operations and care programs continue to develop. Moreover, medication management, documentation procedures, emergency preparedness, and environmental safety practices are among the deficiencies identified, which were eventually addressed through corrective plans. No fines or license suspensions reported.

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Overview of Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive

Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive is a senior care community in York, Pennsylvania, that has only been in operation for one year. Providing skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, long-term residential support, and memory care, the community has a 56-bed capacity. Its setting in Folkemer Circle is also a highly walkable area, which provides convenient access to shopping, dining, and local services.

A skilled nursing team provides both clinical oversight and hands-on assistance. On average, each resident receives 38 minutes of registered nurse care, 2 hours and 9 minutes of nurse aide support, and 55 minutes of LPN/LVN care per day. Additionally, short-term rehabilitation services are available for individuals recovering from surgery, illness, or hospitalization. The Spirit360® Lifestyle program also supports engagement, wellness, and participation in community life through daily activities and programming.

Inspection records have focused on areas such as safety procedures, staff training, and emergency preparedness within its one year of operation. However, corrective action plans have been implemented, and improvements were documented. No fines or license enforcement actions have also been issued.

Offering a continuum of nursing, rehabilitation, and memory support services, Spiritrust Lutheran – the Village at Sprenkle Drive strives to meet older adults’ needs while continuing to develop its operational history and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

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Overview of Heritage Springs Memory Care
Heritage Springs Memory Care is a specialized memory care community located in Montoursville, PA. It offers compassionate care tailored for individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, focusing on safety, comfort, and engagement. The community provides 24/7 support and a variety of activities designed to enhance the quality of life for residents.

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Overview of Wesbury United Methodist Community

Wesbury United Methodist Community is a continuing care retirement community in Meadville, Pennsylvania, that has served Crawford County families for more than a century. It offers a full continuum of care under one roof, including nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing, so residents can move between levels of care without changing communities. The community is operated under the Wesbury United Methodist organization and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to cover both short-term and long-term stays.

With 110 beds, Wesbury is one of the larger continuing care settings in the area, and it currently has meaningful availability across its care levels. Twenty-four-hour staffing is in place, and total nursing care averages 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident each day. Residents stay an average of 170 days, a mix that reflects both shorter rehabilitation stays and longer-term residents settled into the community.

On the care and lifestyle side, Wesbury provides rehabilitation and short-term rehab services alongside respite care, personal care, and a dedicated memory support program. In-home care, religious services, and a volunteer program round out daily life on campus. The community also holds EAGLE accreditation, a recognized senior-living accreditation standard.

State inspections of Wesbury have most often centered on documentation and process matters, such as staff record-keeping, medication administration procedures, and staff training requirements, rather than direct concerns about resident care. Corrective plans were put in place and implemented following each review. Families touring the community may want to ask how these areas are managed day to day.

Located with a Walk Score of 85, the surrounding Meadville neighborhood is very walkable, meaning many everyday errands can be handled on foot, which can be a plus for visiting family and for residents at the independent living end of the continuum.

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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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Overview of Ivy Hill Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation

Ivy Hill Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation, located in Wyndmoor, PA, provides outstanding rehabilitative services as well as long-term care, respite, and hospice services. Dedicated to providing superior care and quicker recoveries, the expert, caring, and warm staff work together to ensure residents receive the treatment they need and the service they deserve. With a beautiful facility, an individualized therapy approach, and a full recreation program, the stay, no matter its length, will be of superior comfort and enjoyment. Ivy Hill has an experienced staff of nurses and nursing assistants to care for residents following a hospitalization.

When in a compromised state of health, skilled nursing care is of the utmost importance. The clinical team at Ivy Hill will oversee to ensure a proper recovery, with the goal of regaining strength and prior level of function. The organization is committed to providing the best care and services in a pleasant, safe, and home-like environment. The dedicated staff works together to support patients, offering a full range of rehabilitative services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Ivy Hill accepts admissions 24/7 and works with Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance plans.

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Overview of The Remington of Yardley

Discover the dedicated care and warmth of The Remington of Yardley, located in the peaceful neighborhood of Yardley, PA, where exceptional support meets a lively, compassionate setting for a truly fulfilling living experience. Offering a wide range of services, including respite and memory care, this community ensures that each resident receives personalized support tailored to their unique needs. The devoted team is committed to delivering quality care in a joyful and uplifting atmosphere. Residents can also choose from thoughtfully designed, comfortable apartments suited to their individual preferences.

With numerous top-notch amenities and activities, such as an onsite theater and wellness programs, The Remington of Yardley fosters connection and supports residents’ emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Each day is thoughtfully crafted to bring joy and meaning, making it a wonderful place to call home.

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Overview of Sunrise of Lower Makefield

Sunrise of Lower Makefield is a 95-bed assisted living, memory care, and hospice community on Stony Hill Road in Morrisville, Pennsylvania. It sits in a two-story building and offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, giving families flexibility in choosing an appropriate living space for their loved one’s needs and wants. The community runs at 67 percent occupancy, which can mean more personalized attention for occupants.

The facility spotlights personalized care and support, with registered nurses on-site to oversee medical needs. Services include medication management, continence care, and transportation, helping residents maintain independence while receiving needed support. The community also provides specialized memory care and hospice services, so it’s a place where occupants can receive care across different life phases. To promote an active lifestyle, fitness and recreation programs are integrated into daily life. The dining approach blends comfort with choice, featuring restaurant-style dining and a 24-hour bistro where residents can eat when and what they prefer. Pets are welcome, which matters to families whose loved ones want to keep animal companions during this life chapter. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 36. This means it’s somewhat walkable for errands, but most trips require a car. The location offers good proximity to nearby shops and services, and families will find the surrounding area serene and residential.

Over five years, inspections conducted have identified themes around documentation, sanitation, staffing adequacy, and incident reporting. The facility has submitted and implemented corrective action plans to address flagged concerns, demonstrating responsiveness to oversight findings.

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Overview of Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park

Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park runs 125 beds across a three-story building on Baptist Road in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. The care lineup is broad: nursing home care, assisted living, hospice, independent living, memory care, and respite care all live under one roof. That means a resident could, in theory, move through several stages of need without changing addresses.

Walkability sits on the lower end, Walk Score 34, so most errands here mean getting in a car rather than walking down the block. Occupancy runs at 78%, with 98 of the 125 beds currently filled, numbers that put this comfortably in the range of an established, actively operating community rather than a newer or struggling one.

Clinically, the ratio here is one nurse to every 24 residents, backed by staff around the clock. The wellness program goes deeper than a typical rehab offering: full physical therapy services, licensed therapists, and dedicated post-stroke and post-surgical tracks sit alongside restorative care. Add in specific programs for Alzheimer’s and dementia, skilled nursing, and outpatient rehab, and the medical infrastructure here looks built for residents with real, ongoing care needs, not just daily living support.

Life outside the clinical side includes a fitness center, barber and spa access, garden and patio space, and a private dining option alongside the main dining room, plus a steady calendar of social, educational, and spiritual programming with group transportation built in. State inspections here have tended to center on medication management and dietary and food service rather than broader care concerns.

Mr. James Cox owns the community, operating as Paramount Senior Living at Bethel Park LLC. Between the six-way care continuum, the nurse staffing ratio, and the depth of the rehab program, this reads as a facility built for residents whose medical needs run higher than a standard assisted living setting can typically support.

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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.