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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Alexander Springs, PA

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Memory care in Alexander Springs offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Alexander Springs is about $5,847 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 41 communities, read 645 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Alexander Springs, PA

The average cost of senior living in Alexander Springs is $5,847 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mapleton, PA with an average of $4,926 per month.

Memory care costs in Alexander Springs, PA, vs. nearby cities

Alexander Springs, PA
$5,847/mo
$5,628/mo
$5,730/mo

Memory care costs in Alexander Springs, PA, vs. state and national averages

Alexander Springs, PA
$5,847/mo
U.S. national average
$5,537/mo

Memory care costs in Alexander Springs, PA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,847/mo

Memory care costs in Alexander Springs, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,466/mo
Studio
$6,339/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,616/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,759/mo

Senior living costs in Alexander Springs vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Alexander Springs, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlexander Springs, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,847/mo$5,441/mo$5,537/mo
Assisted Living$5,264/mo$4,441/mo$4,779/mo
Independent Living$4,025/mo$4,354/mo$4,184/mo
Memory Care
Alexander Springs, PA:$5,847/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,441/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Assisted Living
Alexander Springs, PA:$5,264/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Independent Living
Alexander Springs, PA:$4,025/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,354/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Memory care costs in Alexander Springs, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Alexander Springs and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Alexander Springs, PA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Alexander Springs have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Alexander Springs, PA$7,097/mo$6,821/mo+4.1%
Pennsylvania$6,647/mo$6,175/mo+7.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Alexander Springs, PA
2024 average cost:$7,097/mo
2023 average cost:$6,821/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$6,647/mo
2023 average cost:$6,175/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Alexander Springs

Recent reviews for memory care in Alexander Springs

Country Meadows Of West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.5
The past 60 days has been an overwhelming journey for our family as we navigated our parents hospitalizations, rehabilitations, moves from an independent living facility to assisted living at Country Meadows, and the eventual death of our father. It’s not an understatement to say that the staff ...
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Olivia Village Assisted Living Residence in Tyrone, PA

4.7
My loved one seems to like the food. It is good value for the money. The staff is very interactive, with the residents. They could add more staff. Overall, I would recommend to other families.

Harmony at State College

4.8
My loved one is very happy with activities and meals. They offer nail polishing, trips, and more for the residents to participate in. One reason we choose the community was because of all the activities the community has to offer . We feel like the community has become extended family to my ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and dedication of staff members at their communities, such as those at Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield and Magnolias of Chambersburg, who went above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome and supported, even during difficult times.
Variety of engaging activities. Residents at communities like Brookdale Grandon Farms and Artis Senior Living of West Shore enjoy a wide range of social activities, from music and singing to outings and group games, which help keep them active and engaged with their community.
Thorough communication between families and staff. Families appreciate the open and frequent communication from staff at their communities, like Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community and Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, who keep them informed about their loved ones' care and involve them in decision-making processes.
Individualized care plans. Communities such as Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community and Bridges of Bent Creek cater to the unique needs of their residents by offering personalized care plans and accommodations, ensuring that each person receives the best possible care and attention.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community, Brookdale Grandon Farms, and Artis Senior Living of West Shore, with praise for their pristine interiors, tidy common areas, and well-manicured outdoor space ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Residents at communities like Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community, Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, and Artis Senior Living of West Shore enjoy nutritious and satisfying meals prepared by their communities' culinary teams, who accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences ...
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Alexander Springs review score based on 200 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 200 reviews of 32 Alexander Springs memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alexander Springs review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Alexander Springs review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Alexander Springs, PA32 facilities
8.8
Lewistown, PA46 facilities
8.8
Burnham, PA45 facilities

Review subcategories for Alexander Springs memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 200 reviews of 32 Alexander Springs memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Alexander Springs resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Alexander Springs, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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Alexander Springs memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alexander Springs memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alexander Springs, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Alexander Springs memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Alexander Springs that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alexander Springs, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.1%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.9%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.4%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alexander Springs memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Alexander Springs Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alexander Springs, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.1%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alexander Springs memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alexander Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alexander Springs, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
56.3%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.1%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.1%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Alexander Springs memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alexander Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alexander Springs, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alexander Springs memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Alexander Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alexander Springs, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.4%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
43.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Alexander Springs

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Alexander Springs protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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