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Best Memory Care in Pittsburgh, PA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 23 memory care communities in Pittsburgh, PA using Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in PA
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Jun 2026
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23 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Pittsburgh, PA. 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: 115The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Pittsburgh, PA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Pittsburgh (Metro Area)

The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.

Fair Oaks Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Pittsburgh (Beechview)
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 94
Rank #203 / 555
No
63
Facility 63
PA AVG 46
Rank #194 / 668
Fair Oaks Opco LLC
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 83
Rank #448 / 460
15
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 4
Rank #379 / 482
80%
Facility 80%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #367 / 482
190
Facility 190
PA AVG 63
Rank #452 / 482
12.7
Facility 12.7
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #454 / 482
Profit
130
Facility 130
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #36 / 361
1.71
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #185 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed-
Asbury Heights
MC
AL
IL
NH
Pittsburgh
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 94
Rank #127 / 555
No
47
Facility 47
PA AVG 46
Rank #320 / 668
Asbury Healthcare, LLC
88
Facility 88
PA AVG 83
Rank #162 / 460
3
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #110 / 482
100%
Facility 100%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #465 / 482
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 63
Rank #47 / 482
3.3
Facility 3.3
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #208 / 482
Non-Profit--
36.7%
Facility 36.7%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #471 / 485
--
The Pines of Mount Lebanon
MC
AL
RC
Pittsburgh
112
Facility 112
PA AVG 94
Rank #163 / 555
No
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 46
Rank #123 / 668
Tithonus Mt. Lebanon LP
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 83
Rank #448 / 460
24
13
Facility 13
PA AVG 4
Rank #472 / 482
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #223 / 482
269
Facility 269
PA AVG 63
Rank #467 / 482
11.2
Facility 11.2
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #448 / 482
Profit
96
Facility 96
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #113 / 361
1.45
58.9%
Facility 58.9%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #348 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms-
Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township
MC
AL
HC
IL
NC
RC
NH
Canonsburg
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 94
Rank #127 / 555
No
54
Facility 54
PA AVG 46
Rank #249 / 668
Paramount Senior Living At Peters Township LLC
78
Facility 78
PA AVG 83
Rank #306 / 460
15
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #347 / 482
40%
Facility 40%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #38 / 482
30
Facility 30
PA AVG 63
Rank #197 / 482
2.0
Facility 2.0
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #74 / 482
Profit
137
Facility 137
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #27 / 361
1.67
68.3%
Facility 68.3%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #265 / 485
-A+
Paramount Senior Living at South Hills
MC
AL
HC
IL
NC
RC
NH
Pittsburgh
127
Facility 127
PA AVG 94
Rank #100 / 555
Yes
58
Facility 58
PA AVG 46
Rank #224 / 668
Paramount Senior Living At South Hills, LLC
98
Facility 98
PA AVG 83
Rank #22 / 460
11
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #110 / 482
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #68 / 482
17
Facility 17
PA AVG 63
Rank #96 / 482
1.5
Facility 1.5
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #44 / 482
Profit
160
Facility 160
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #11 / 361
1.68
70.9%
Facility 70.9%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #243 / 485
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
Vincentian Home
MC
AL
IL
NH
Pittsburgh
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 94
Rank #251 / 555
No
20
Facility 20
PA AVG 46
Rank #533 / 668
Vincentian Home Inc
83
Facility 83
PA AVG 83
Rank #233 / 460
10
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 4
Rank #379 / 482
50%
Facility 50%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #76 / 482
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 63
Rank #55 / 482
1.1
Facility 1.1
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #28 / 482
Non-Profit
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #99 / 361
1.27
57.8%
Facility 57.8%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #361 / 485
-A
Norbert Personal Care
MC
AL
RC
Pittsburgh (Carrick)
102
Facility 102
PA AVG 94
Rank #199 / 555
No
51
Facility 51
PA AVG 46
Rank #275 / 668
Norbert Inc
83
Facility 83
PA AVG 83
Rank #233 / 460
16
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #301 / 482
56.3%
Facility 56.3%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #133 / 482
33
Facility 33
PA AVG 63
Rank #211 / 482
2.1
Facility 2.1
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #82 / 482
Profit
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #117 / 361
1.53
59.8%
Facility 59.8%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #335 / 485
--
Sunrise of McCandless
MC
AL
RC
Pittsburgh
153
Facility 153
PA AVG 94
Rank #47 / 555
Yes
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 46
Rank #304 / 668
Welltower Opco Group LLC
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 83
Rank #356 / 460
32
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 4
Rank #379 / 482
43.8%
Facility 43.8%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #58 / 482
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 63
Rank #252 / 482
1.3
Facility 1.3
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #37 / 482
Profit--
47.1%
Facility 47.1%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #431 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / Suite-
Tapestry Senior Living – Moon Township
MC
AL
IL
Coraopolis
210
Facility 210
PA AVG 94
Rank #19 / 555
No
15
Facility 15
PA AVG 46
Rank #568 / 668
Tapestry Moon LLC
77
Facility 77
PA AVG 83
Rank #315 / 460
17
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #405 / 482
70.6%
Facility 70.6%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #283 / 482
47
Facility 47
PA AVG 63
Rank #284 / 482
2.8
Facility 2.8
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #163 / 482
Profit
123
Facility 123
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #43 / 361
1.71
34.3%
Facility 34.3%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #478 / 485
--
Ridgecrest Senior Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Pittsburgh
211
Facility 211
PA AVG 94
Rank #18 / 555
No
41
Facility 41
PA AVG 46
Rank #376 / 668
Ca Senior Mccandless Operator LLC
62
Facility 62
PA AVG 83
Rank #437 / 460
17
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 4
Rank #448 / 482
52.9%
Facility 52.9%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #112 / 482
125
Facility 125
PA AVG 63
Rank #423 / 482
7.4
Facility 7.4
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #398 / 482
Profit
243
Facility 243
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #1 / 361
1.38
83.4%
Facility 83.4%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #96 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Sunrise of Upper St. Clair
MC
AL
RC
Pittsburgh (Beadling)
-Yes
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 46
Rank #237 / 668
-----------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-
Anthology of McCandless
MC
AL
RC
Pittsburgh (Mcknight)
-Yes
49
Facility 49
PA AVG 46
Rank #293 / 668
-----------Studio / 1 bed / 2 bedA
The Waters of Wexford
MC
AL
IL
Warrendale
-No
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 46
Rank #421 / 668
-----------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Canterbury Place
MC
HC
NH
PC
RC
Pittsburgh (Central Lawrenceville)
78
Facility 78
PA AVG 94
Rank #311 / 555
No
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 46
Rank #18 / 668
Canterbury Place
86
Facility 86
PA AVG 83
Rank #193 / 460
6
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #186 / 482
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #223 / 482
19
Facility 19
PA AVG 63
Rank #111 / 482
3.2
Facility 3.2
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #197 / 482
Non-Profit
16
Facility 16
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #355 / 361
1.45--A+
Fayer Family Homecare
MC
HC
Pittsburgh (Carrick)
-No
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 46
Rank #111 / 668
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Overview of Ahava Memory Care

Immerse yourself in the vibrant community of Ahava Memory Care in Pittsburgh, PA, where exceptional care and a lively, engaging lifestyle seamlessly intertwine. This community is one of only two licensed assisted living special care residences for people with memory impairment in southwest PA. Every one of its residents receives personalized care within its licensed assisted living community that meets individual needs and supports individual abilities.

At this community, the understanding that no two residents are on the same journey shapes the approach to care. The team remains engaged and attentive, monitoring even the slightest changes. By promoting a healthy lifestyle through art and music therapies, exercise, nutrition, and collaboration with physicians, the community effectively addresses medical issues. At Ahava Memory Care, residents receive support that feels like family, showcasing a genuine passion for exceptional care.

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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.

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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.

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Overview of Discovery Commons Bethel Park

Discovery Commons Bethel Park remains to be the leading senior home in Pittsburgh that offers innovative care; they provide living options for personal care and memory care residents. The community is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere that promotes a safe and secure environment where residents of different backgrounds can freely do whatever they want while gaining the best experience possible. Discovery Commons Bethel Park is a nurturing environment that has quite proven their unmatched dedication and commitment given by the staff’s resort-like hospitality.

A few of Discovery Commons Bethel Park’s services highlighted are their transportation services, meals services, and medical services. The community also provides helpful amenities that are also seen in each apartment with an in-unit washer and dryer, full-size kitchens, and housekeeping services included. They boast their exclusive SPARK™ program which focuses on memory care residents to maintain cognitive retention through stimulating activities. 

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Overview of The Waters of Wexford

Spend a blissful retirement with the outstanding senior living community of The Waters of Wexford in Warrendale, PA, providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community’s mission is to empower residents to maintain their independence, always with safety and comfort in mind. The community delivers peace of mind, with resident agreements thoughtfully crafted for each individual.

By genuinely knowing and appreciating their residents, the community delivers personalized hospitality, care, programming, and accommodations focused on overall well-being. They call this authentic connection The Waters Way—the foundation of a distinctive style of gracious living. Residents enjoy amenities such as chef-prepared cuisine at the full-service restaurant and café, a salon, and even a theater. Community areas, such as the Community Room, provide perfect spaces for socializing. Here, residents can relax knowing hospitality and health services are available on-site, should they ever need it.

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Overview of Canterbury Place

Canterbury Place offers rehabilitation, skilled nursing, memory support, and personal care. The senior home has maintained a high-quality standard of service delivered with compassion. Canterbury Place is a resident-centered community that guarantees full support by professional nurses, licensed practical nurses, and assistants. 
Nursing home residents are under inpatient or outpatient programs with therapy and other specific treatment plans. Personal care and memory care residents are able to get on with daily tasks with assistance from the staff, and take part in stimulating activities; they are assisted in everyday living with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery

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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.

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Overview of Juniper Village at South Hills

Juniper Village at South Hills stands out as one of the premier memory care living facilities in the area. Nestled in the scenic South Hills neighborhood, this exceptional community offers personalized care services and specializes in Wellspring Memory Care. With its serene walking paths and beautiful common areas, it creates a secure and inviting atmosphere that is ideal for memory care residents. Recognizing the importance of providing specialized care for individuals with memory impairment, Juniper Village at South Hills offers a dedicated memory care neighborhood comprising 24 thoughtfully designed studio suites. This state-of-the-art facility is equipped to meet the unique needs of residents, providing a safe and supportive environment where they can thrive.
As one of the most sought-after memory care locations in the region, the home is committed to enhancing the lives of its residents. They prioritize individualized care plans, incorporating innovative therapies and engaging activities that stimulate cognitive function and promote overall well-being. Choosing Juniper Village at South Hills means gaining access to top-notch memory care services in a compassionate and nurturing environment. With a focus on creating a sense of belonging and purpose, this community goes above and beyond to ensure the comfort and happiness of each resident.

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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.

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Overview of Locust Grove Personal Care & Memory Support

Locust Grove Personal Care and Memory Support, conveniently situated in the peaceful neighborhood of West Mifflin, PA, is an esteemed senior living community offering personal care and memory support services. Here, residents can choose from well-appointed and cozy accommodations with several floor plans based on their preferences. Committed to providing a holistic approach to memory care, residents can receive individualized care and strong relationships with a highly equipped and empathetic team.

Offering top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy a diverse menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, housekeeping and linen services, medication management, transportation to appointments, and more. Visit its amazing shared spaces and meet new companions along the way. Engage in a full calendar of activities coordinated by a professional team. With Locus Grove Personal Care and Memory Support, seniors can enjoy a wonderful living experience.

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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 Pittsburgh, PA

What is the average cost of memory care in Pittsburgh, PA?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Pittsburgh, PA is approximately $5,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Pittsburgh, PA?

Memory care in Pittsburgh, PA typically ranges from $4,500–$7,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Pittsburgh, PA?

Memory care communities in Pittsburgh, PA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

How many licensed memory care communities are there in Pittsburgh, PA?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately 1+ (Sunrise of Abington) licensed memory care communities in Pittsburgh, PA.

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.