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Page 9 of Best Memory Care in Pennsylvania

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 Conrad House at Brevillier Village

Conrad House at Brevillier Village is a vibrant and energetic independent living apartment for seniors to fulfill a remarkable social life. The staff offers a residential setting that is cozy and home-like, allowing residents to feel more safe and secure in a nurturing environment. Residents are encouraged to maintain a sense of independence to keep in touch with one’s individuality.

As a tight-knit community, Conrad House strives to reach absolute comfort and convenience; they have provided an array of services and amenities for the residents– including medication management, housekeeping, health and wellness programs, 24-hour staffing, and assistance with daily tasks. Amenities include a library, a full-service salon, a fitness room, and a coin laundry room.

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Overview of Providence Place Senior Living of Lancaster

Providence Place Senior Living of Lancaster provides a home that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that promotes convenience and growth. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care for seniors, management hopes residents discover possibilities where anything can happen at home. The upscale retirement home heeds a warm, welcoming, family-like, dedicated approach to senior care.

Residential living at Providence Place is built around a rich history, important landmarks, and a top-notch service. Within the community, scheduled local transportation is available upon request, a calendar of activities is given to each resident, a planned list of classes and outings, therapy services, and specialized memory care activities. Personalized care includes daily health checks and medication management, regardless of whether the resident is on a short-term or long-term stay.

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Overview of Ambler Extended Care Center

Conveniently located in the harmonious neighborhood of Ambler, PA, Ambler Extended Care Center is a distinguished community that offers rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care. The community is committed to improving residents’ living conditions, providing exceptional care and assistance tailored to their special needs and preferences. Proving its top-notch quality, the community was awarded by the American Health Care Association as part of the 2020 Quality Initiative Recognition Program.

The community works closely with residents and family members, prioritizing their comfort and needs. To satisfy residents’ nutritional needs and preferences, delightful and healthy meals are served. Residents enjoy the highest quality of life with the community’s dedicated care and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Wyomissing Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Located in Reading, Pennsylvania, the Wyomissing Rehabilitation and Nursing Center exists as an exceptional senior care provider. With a home-like atmosphere and 103 beds, this facility is dedicated to serving seniors, helping them thrive, recover, and lead fulfilling lives. Wyomissing offers a comprehensive range of services, including short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care, ensuring that seniors receive the support they need for their overall well-being.

One of the key strengths of Wyomissing is its immediate access to hospital specialists, providing families with peace of mind knowing their loved ones have prompt and specialized medical attention when needed. The facility’s care services cover a broad spectrum, including cardiac care, memory care, diabetes management, hospice support, stroke rehabilitation, and much more.

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Overview of Country Meadows of York-West

Country Meadows of York is an upscale assisted living community with quality services such as independent living, personal care, restorative care, and memory care for seniors. This community brings an elevated lifestyle into its elegant and gracious approach to modern-day senior living.

Country Meadows is a resident-driven community that strives to put the needs of their senior residents first. Services and amenities include transportation, engaging activities, social and educational programs, and floor plans. In Country Meadows, a vibrant atmosphere helps boost an enriching lifestyle for its seniors, ensuring that residents have lived their best lives possible during their stay.

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The Terraces at Capitol Village

4004 Linglestown Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17112
Overview of The Terraces at Capitol Village

The Terraces at Capitol Village is at 4004 Linglestown Rd in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, run by Capitol Operator LLC as an assisted living, memory care, and respite care community. The building itself is single-story, 64 beds, but the housing options inside have real range: studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms, running from about 285 square feet up to 1,100 square feet.

Occupancy is high, 84%, meaning 54 of the 64 beds are currently filled. As for getting around outside the building, the Walk Score sits at 33 out of 100. That’s “somewhat walkable,” so a handful of nearby services can be reached on foot, though most errands are still going to mean getting in a car.

Staffing-wise, licensed nurses and CNAs are on duty around the clock. And the services offered go past basic supervision. There’s rehabilitation care, short-term rehab, respite stays built for families who need a temporary bridge, and personal care support for everyday living tasks.

Meals are chef-prepared daily. Residents can also make use of an on-site beauty salon, a spa, and a chapel, for anyone who wants a quiet place to reflect or worship. Add in transportation services and fitness and recreation programming, plus a running activities calendar and religious services for those who want to take part. Regulatory inspections at this location have tended to focus on a fairly predictable set of areas: medication management, staffing and staff credentials, care planning and documentation, and resident rights and protections.

So what does all of this add up to? A community built around range, short-term rehab, respite care, ongoing assisted living, and memory care, housed across units sized for different needs, with round-the-clock nursing and a genuinely full slate of daily comforts backing it all up.

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Overview of Providence Place Senior Living at the Collegeville Inn

Situated in Montgomery County, Collegeville, PA, Providence Place Senior Living at the Collegeville Inn is a vibrant senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care to ensure most of its residents’ needs are met. Residents can choose from an array of bright and cozy studio and one-bedroom apartments with convenient access to main services and community features. The community offers individualized care plans overseen by a team of licensed nurses available 24/7 to ensure residents’ needs are thoroughly met.

The community offers a long list of engaging and stimulating activities, making sure residents have plenty of opportunities to stay active, and engaged. Deliciously-prepared meals are offered, complemented with access to a coffee, snacks, and beverages bar to ensure residents are always full, happy, and energized to enjoy the vibrant lifestyle they desire. Residents’ holistic well-being are comprehensive care services, access to therapy services, and a wide array of convenient amenities.

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Overview of Premier Washington Health Center

Premier Washington Health Center is a place where residents experience exceptional care while feeling right at home. With a legacy dating back to 1977, they excel in providing top-notch services, including temporary respite stays, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term skilled nursing. Their expertise is evident through years of experience, making them a trusted and leading rehabilitation and nursing facility in the region. Renowned for their excellence, the center proudly holds a five-star rating, ensuring families that their loved ones are in capable hands.
The environment at Premier Washington Health Center is not just clean, but also exudes a sense of elegance. Residents enjoy a premier lifestyle, engaging in social and recreational activities that bring joy and companionship. The dining experience is exceptional, complemented by comprehensive support services. What truly sets this facility apart is their devoted and professional staff, providing attentive care that brings peace of mind to families.

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Overview of Brandywine Upper Providence

Brandywine Upper Providence is a remarkable senior living community set in the tranquil Black Rock Road, Phoenixville, PA, that provides assisted living and memory care. Create unforgettable moments in the stunning and well-built residences of Brandywine Upper Providence. The community prides itself on a team of compassionate and highly qualified professionals delivering round-the-clock care and support for residents to enjoy their independence wholly and do what they love.

Enjoyable activities and engaging programs are orchestrated for seniors to keep learning and experience new things. With its dedication to improving seniors’ quality of life, the community serves healthy and tasty meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Brandywine Upper Providence is a great place for a relaxing retirement with its ethereal campus filled with wonderful amenities and pet-friendly spaces.

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Overview of Asbury Springhill

Asbury Springhill provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing care services for seniors in Erie. The community provides high-quality senior care that allows residents to stay active and maintain individuality; they ensure that residents live their best lives by creating an environment that cultivates personal growth and blossoming friendships in a cozy setting.

Asbury Springhill lets us residents expect more with the benefits they receive during their stay. They have provided individualized care plans with flexible programs and services for comfort and stability. They provide 24-hour licensed support by a team of professional and compassionate care staff, beautiful and thoughtfully designed interiors, and specialized programming for holistic wellness.

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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.