Page 37 of Best Memory Care in Pennsylvania

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 396 memory care communities in PA using PA Depts. of Human Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in PA
Reviewed by
Last updated
We analyzed These are the facilities in Pennsylvania our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Pennsylvania.
396 homes
Other senior care options in Pennsylvania:
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
Overview of Sunnyview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Owned and operated by William Kepple, Sunnyview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Butler, Pennsylvania, that offers rehabilitation services and respite care. Located in a rural setting near downtown Butler, the community has a history dating back to the early 1900s. With 220 beds and consistently high occupancy, it serves a large number of older adults. Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay are also accepted.

Along with a current occupancy of 95.7%, residents stay an average of 279 days, reflecting a mix of rehabilitation, recovery, and long-term nursing care needs. Clinical services also include orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiac care, diabetes management, neurological care, wound care, memory care, hospice care, and respite care. Meanwhile, the care team consists of physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, respiratory therapy technicians, a nurse practitioner, and clinical nurse specialists. On average, residents receive 3 hours and 48 minutes of nursing care each day, including 27 minutes provided by registered nurses.

The community also operates a state-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program to provide on-site training for nursing assistants. Furthermore, an active Residents Council offers opportunities for resident input. Religious services are also available to support spiritual well-being, while daily activities like arts and crafts, bowling, cookouts, and seasonal events are led by Therapeutic Recreation Specialists.

A consultant dietitian also oversees dining, with meals tailored to individual nutritional requirements. On-site barber services are also part of the community’s everyday amenities.

Contact Sunnyview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Overview of South Western Veterans Center

The South Western Veterans Center is where patriotism and Pittsburgh lifestyle finds its balance. Nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the veterans nursing home can find a new meaning of a quiet and peaceful way of life. Camaraderie is found in the atmosphere of the community; found in how management and staff honor the American Heroes. At SWVC, seniors maintain an active and enjoyable lifestyle in a restful new home. 
SWVC living is simple and easy– residents are able to have a stress-free everyday living. There’s a lot in store for seniors, but to name a few of their highlighted services and amenities include pharmacy services, medical services, and 24-hour nursing care. Residents are given fully-furnished bedrooms, enjoy leisure and spiritual activities, take part in therapy, and enjoy meals prepared by a dietician.

Contact South Western Veterans Center

Overview of Whitetail Springs Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care Community

A member of the Sunshine Retirement Community, Whitetail Springs has a solid reputation for offering assisted living and memory care services. The nurturing environment empowers and enhances the quality of life for residents by providing tailored care to each unique individual. Whitetail Springs approaches senior living in a modern way that embraces and enriches its residents’ overall wellness.
Many of its amenities are centered on attentive support and personal hygiene of its seniors, such as assistance with bathing, grooming, and oral care, medication management, housekeeping, and help with daily routine. They offer life enrichment programs that focus on assisted living for dementia patients by encouraging various stimulating and engaging activities that residents can choose from.

Contact Whitetail Springs Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care Community

Overview of Lima Estates

Tucked away in the serene area of Montgomery County, Media, PA, Lima Estates is an astonishing senior living community that offers independent living and assisted living services. The community offers an array of beautiful senior living apartments set in 54-acres of beautifully maintained ground. As a non-profit community, Lima Estates does not have an investor to satisfy, allowing them to fully commit instead on providing amazing care to the residents.

The community conducts a wide array of stimulating activities and programs to keep residents active, healthy, and entertained. Residents also relish a dining experience, featuring carefully prepared meals catered to their dietary needs and tastes. Here, residents are given access to the necessities of a fulfilling retirement life, including compassionate care services, a friendly management team, vibrant activities, and excellent dining experiences.

Contact Lima Estates

Overview of Capitol Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

Capitol Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center sits at 4000 Linglestown Rd in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and covers a lot of ground: nursing home care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. At 138 beds, it’s a sizable operation, and occupancy runs high, 94.1%.

The Walk Score lands at 33 out of 100, somewhat walkable, so a few nearby services are within reach, but most errands still call for a car. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted, opening up multiple ways for families to cover costs.

Skilled nursing, wound care, and orthopedic rehabilitation are all part of the service list, backed by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses. A medical director checks in monthly, and discharge support is available when a resident is ready to transition elsewhere. There’s also a named program worth noting: the Family Matters Program, built specifically around keeping residents and families connected.

Beyond the clinical piece, residents have lounges and activity areas to use, plus religious services, recreational programming, and organized trips off-site.

What shows is a large, high-occupancy facility spanning five care types, with real clinical depth in rehab and nursing, and a structured effort toward keeping families in the loop rather than leaving that to chance.

Contact Capitol Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

Overview of Holland Village

Holland Village offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing where exceptional lifestyle is found in Philadelphia. They boast a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere that contribute to the respected experience discovered at Holland Village. They proudly excel with their approach in having a seamless transition for every resident; as they are a community that understands how unique their seniors are and may need specific care for every individual. Holland Village proudly welcomes all differences of every senior who comes from a variety of backgrounds. Holland Village ensures that every senior residing in their community loves the place they live. 

A stunning location for a serene senior living community is tucked in by neighboring nature areas; their Five-Star dining is a testimony to the savory delicious and healthy meals; a complimentary transportation for appointments, shopping, and the like; their personalized care and all-year round of activities promote a balanced lifestyle for the residents to stay active. Holland Village prides itself on the comfort and nurturing environment, which is provided and prioritized by their caring staff and the nursing home itself.

Contact Holland Village

Overview of Normandy Farms Estates

Tucked away in a peaceful and verdant area in Blue Bell, PA, Normandy Farms Estates is a warm and welcoming community that offers independent living. Dedicated to helping residents live their lives fully, their team works hard to liberate them from housekeeping, maintenance, and other tiring chores. Access to healthcare services like assisted living and skilled nursing care are also available to ensure residents’ evolving needs are easily accommodated.

Fun and enriching activities for nurturing the mind, body, and spirit are also available to ensure residents maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Fresh and healthy chef-prepared meals are also served daily to help residents maintain their energy levels throughout the days. Here at Normandy Farms Estates, they go the extra mile to help residents live the life they want with all the support and experiences they need.

Contact Normandy Farms Estates

Overview of Nottingham Village

Burrowed in the peaceful town of Northumberland, PA, Nottingham Village is a dedicated senior living community offering independent living, short-term rehabilitation, and memory care services. Enjoy independent, stress-free living with a choice of having a helping hand in a peaceful country setting with access to all the amenities of the Retirement Center and campus. With Heather Court, its memory care community, redefines the standard of excellence in memory care, providing unparalleled support for individuals with memory-related conditions.

The residents here love every aspect of the community, such as the sense of community they find here, sharing beautiful social spaces with fellow residents, and attending enriching activities together and all of the convenient amenities, like an on-campus doctor, salon, putting green, and more. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can enjoy a worry-free retirement with Nottingham Village.

Contact Nottingham Village

Overview of Sunrise of Upper St. Clair

Sunrise of Upper St. Clair is a senior living community located in a prime Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania location, helping residents enjoy the vibrant local area as well as a variety of curated programs and lovely outdoor spaces. The community offers room rates starting at $4,438 per month and provides a warm and inviting environment where residents always have something to do, engaging in fun activities and building genuine friendships. Sunrise of Upper St. Clair organizes regular and frequent off-site excursions, including to houses of worship, while also encouraging relaxation and enjoyment of the glorious landscape from the comfort of rocking chairs on the wrap-around porch.

The dedicated team at Sunrise of Upper St. Clair looks forward to getting to know each resident fully, preparing customized plans that meet their unique needs, likes, and goals. The community offers a variety of engaging amenities, such as a chef who keeps residents’ taste buds guessing with weekly specials and dishes inspired by residents, resident-inspired clubs that follow interests and passions like reading, walking, crafting, and serving others, and private living options including studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and companion suites. Conveniently located in Upper St. Clair, PA, just minutes from Pittsburgh in beautiful residential suburbs surrounded by hilly woodlands, Sunrise of Upper St. Clair is within walking distance of the subway/light rail, across the street from the South Hills Village Mall and the premier Galleria, close to various attractions and places of worship, and just miles away from award-winning hospitals.

Contact Sunrise of Upper St. Clair

Overview of Anthology of McCandless

Anthology of McCandless combines personal care and memory care services, with the former essentially called assisted living. Anthology proudly excels in providing a lifestyle that is centered around activities while altogether promoting independence. The luxurious community aims to gain a lifestyle that promotes a holistic wellness for every resident. The senior living community gives off a friendly and resort-like atmosphere, there’s always something appropriate for everyone. Anthology of McCandless ensures a vibrant and inclusive social community for seniors so as to help nurture each senior’s individuality. 

Families can rest easy knowing that the senior living community is part of the renowned and elegant Anthology of McCandless; one can guarantee only the highest quality of service. With that, some may need assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and physical therapy.  Community amenities include five-star dining offering a 4-course dinner; a fully equipped fitness center offering fitness and wellness classes; and a list of engaging recreational programs and activities.

Contact Anthology of McCandless

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
No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
How we're paid: If we help you find a community and you move in, that community may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
Submit a correction
Who we are

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today

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.