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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Delaware County, PA

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Memory care in Delaware 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 Delaware County is about $6,741 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 230 communities, read 9248 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Philadelphia, Wilmington and West Chester.

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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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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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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Cost of memory care in Delaware County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Delaware County is $6,741 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Philadelphia County, PA with an average of $7,222 per month.

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

Delaware County, PA
$6,741/mo
$8,006/mo

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

Delaware County, PA
$6,741/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,741/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,629/mo
Studio
$6,440/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,766/mo

Senior living costs in Delaware 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: Delaware County, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDelaware County, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,741/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,718/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,167/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Delaware County, PA:$6,741/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Delaware County, PA:$5,718/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Delaware County, PA:$4,167/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Delaware County, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Delaware 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.

Delaware County, PAPA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Delaware County, PA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Delaware 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
Delaware County, PA$6,930/mo$6,339/mo+9.3%
Pennsylvania$6,850/mo$6,442/mo+6.3%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Delaware County, PA
2024 average cost:$6,930/mo
2023 average cost:$6,339/mo
Percent change:+9.3%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$6,850/mo
2023 average cost:$6,442/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Delaware County

Recent reviews for memory care in Delaware County

Freedom Village at Brandywine, a CCRC in Coatesville, PA

4.5
My mother has lived at Freedom Village since 1999, first in a beautiful condo, next in Assisted Living and finally in Skilled Care for the last 5 years. She is now 96 years old, legally blind, hard of hearing, and has advanced dementia. She spends most of her time in a wheelchair and is happy ...
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The Residence at Chadds Ford in Glen Mills, PA

5.0
I would definitely recommend this community. It is brand new and extremely clean. The community has everything my mom needs. The staff is very friendly, kind, and attentive. The communication is great and they have built a relationship with us.

The Residence at Voorhees in Voorhees Township, NJ

5.0
We loved the place. The staff and care was great. This made us feel that she was family to them. We are glad we choose this community. The room was easy access to the dining room, as well as in and out of the shower, and was offered help when needed.

Delaware County review score based on 1,984 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1984 reviews of 230 Delaware County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Delaware 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

Delaware County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Delaware County, PA230 facilities
8.1
8.4
Chester, PA221 facilities

Review subcategories for Delaware 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 1,984 reviews of 230 Delaware County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Delaware 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.
Delaware County, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.1
3.5
Staff
3.2
3.6
Meals & dining
3.0
3.3
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
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*Learn more about cost details

Delaware County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Delaware County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Delaware 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 Delaware 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 Delaware County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Delaware County, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80.4%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.3%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.5%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Delaware 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 Delaware County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Delaware County, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.3%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
75.7%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.3%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Delaware 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 Delaware County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Delaware County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.3%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
74.8%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
71.7%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.7%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
53%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Delaware 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 Delaware County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Delaware County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
65.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75.2%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
62.6%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Delaware 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 Delaware County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Delaware County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
78.3%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.2%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.9%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.5%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
79.1%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.3%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
69.1%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.7%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
76.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
57%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Delaware 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 Delaware County protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Arbor Terrace Willistown, Sunrise of Haverford and Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle are the top-rated memory care facilities near Delaware County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 230 memory care facilities near Delaware County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Delaware County, Pennsylvania are Spring Village at Hammonton, Azalea of Cinnaminson and Morningside House of Collegeville. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 230 memory care facilities near you in Delaware 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 Delaware 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 Delaware 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 Delaware County, Pennsylvania ranges from $$4,700 to $$9,302. The average Memory Care cost in Delaware County, Pennsylvania is $6,741. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Delaware County, Pennsylvania typically starts at $$4,700. 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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