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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Cambria County, PA

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Memory care in Cambria County 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 Cambria County is about $5,645 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 26 communities, read 387 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Altoona, Hollidaysburg and Indiana.

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Everyone at Melody Manor has been great. How they work with my dad and take a personal interest has made a very difficult thing to do, a little easier. Melody Manor is very clean.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Melody Manor Personal Care Home was started 27 years ago and has been family owned and operated since then. We are a 43 bed facility offering semi-private and private rooms. Each room is decorated in a style that offers warmth and comfort. We have trained and qualified staff members that work...
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Cost of memory care in Cambria County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Cambria County is $5,645 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ebensburg, PA with an average of $5,645 per month.

Memory care costs in Cambria County, PA, vs. nearby counties

Cambria County, PA
$5,645/mo

Memory care costs in Cambria County, PA, vs. state and national averages

Cambria County, PA
$5,645/mo
U.S. national average
$7,121/mo

Memory care costs in Cambria County, PA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,645/mo

Memory care costs in Cambria County, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,178/mo
Studio
$7,152/mo

Senior living costs in Cambria County 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: Cambria County, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCambria County, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,645/mo$7,255/mo$7,121/mo
Assisted Living$4,803/mo$5,701/mo$5,909/mo
Independent Living$3,230/mo$3,813/mo$3,532/mo
Memory Care
Cambria County, PA:$5,645/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,255/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Assisted Living
Cambria County, PA:$4,803/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,701/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Independent Living
Cambria County, PA:$3,230/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,813/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Memory care costs in Cambria County, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Cambria County 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 Cambria County, PA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Cambria County 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 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cambria County, PA$6,472/mo$6,080/mo+6.4%
Pennsylvania$5,437/mo$5,416/mo+0.4%
National$5,618/mo$5,514/mo+1.9%
Cambria County, PA
2024 average cost:$6,472/mo
2023 average cost:$6,080/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,437/mo
2023 average cost:$5,416/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,618/mo
2023 average cost:$5,514/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
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What families are saying about memory care in Cambria County

Recent reviews for memory care in Cambria County

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.

Juniper Village Wellspring at Brookline in State College, PA

5.0
This is an ideal memory care facility. The team of caregivers are well trained, patient, loving, caring and dependable. They always have the best interests of the residents in their hearts. The facility was designed and built to optimize the function of memory care. The building is very well ...
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Harmony at State College

4.5
This is a very good place to keep your loved one safe. The staff are usually very responsive to the family's questions or concerns. There are three meals a day served, and the residents have choices to choose from at each meal. In the memory care unit; there could be more activities offered ...
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Cambria County review score based on 119 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 119 reviews of 26 Cambria County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cambria County 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

Cambria County review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Cambria County, PA26 facilities
9.0
Blair County, PA17 facilities
8.9
Indiana County, PA60 facilities

Review subcategories for Cambria County 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 119 reviews of 26 Cambria County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Cambria County 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.
Cambria County, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.7
Friendliness
3.5
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.4
Staff
3.4
3.6
Meals & dining
3.0
3.3
Activities
3.1
3.3
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Cambria County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cambria County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cambria County, 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 Cambria County 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 Cambria County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cambria County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.9%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.5%
47.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.1%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.1%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
69.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cambria County 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 Cambria County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cambria County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.9%
72.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.5%
68.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
38.5%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cambria County 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 Cambria County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cambria County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
61.5%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.5%
23.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Cambria County 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 Cambria County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cambria County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cambria County 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 Cambria County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cambria County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.8%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.4%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
59.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
39.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
46.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Cambria County

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 Cambria County protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Harmony House Manor, Colonial Courtyard At Bedford and Heritage Grove at Indiana are the top-rated memory care facilities near Cambria County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 26 memory care facilities near Cambria County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Cambria County, Pennsylvania is Colonial Courtyard At Bedford. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 26 memory care facilities near you in Cambria County, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Cambria County, Pennsylvania ranges from $$2,524 to $$5,645. The average Memory Care cost in Cambria County, Pennsylvania is $5,645. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Cambria County, Pennsylvania typically starts at $$2,524. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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