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Memory care in East Salem 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 East Salem is about $5,954 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 41 communities, read 807 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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It starts with the friendly staff and a clean facility. Country Meadows serves tasty food and provides several choices, A variety of activities and exercise programs are available each day, including...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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
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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
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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
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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.
Helping Families. Enriching Lives. It’s more than just our duty, it defines who we are. At NewSeasons, everything we do revolves around our residents and their families. Our residents tell us at NewSeasons they get the best of both worlds – the comforts of home and the life-enriching...
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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
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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.
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
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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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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.
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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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.
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.

Cost of memory care in East Salem, PA

The average cost of senior living in East Salem is $5,954 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Selinsgrove, PA with an average of $5,541 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East Salem, PA vs. nearby cities

East Salem, PA
$5,954/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East Salem, PA vs. the state and national average

East Salem, PA
$5,954/mo
U.S. national average
$5,440/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East Salem vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,954/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in East Salem, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,343/mo
Studio
$6,232/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,957/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,020/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in East Salem over time

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What families are saying about memory care in East Salem

Recent reviews for memory care in East Salem

Country Meadows of Mechanicsburg

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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Nottingham Village in Northumberland, PA

5.0
during covid, they are doing a good job of trying to do activities safely. We had zoom calls and eventually they set up plexiglass visiting. The communication has been good throughout covid also. the property is nice, our tour was very nice and we got a lot of information. We are very ...
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Oak Hill Village in Middletown, PA

3.4
The reason for my rating is. My dad passed away before he could enjoy anything He did not complain to much about the food. The people that helped me when I could find someone were friendly, however the care was average Except for skilled nursing.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Personalized activities for residents. Several reviews highlight the various activities offered to residents based on their interests, such as painting, art classes, cognitive games, and music sessions. At The Woods At Cedar Run, the activities director is commended for organizing engaging activities that keep residents active and ...
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Welcoming and caring staff. Numerous reviews praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff, who are described as going above and beyond to ensure residents are well taken care of. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna, the staff's dedication is evidenced by their efforts to accommodate res ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Reviews frequently mention the high-quality food and enjoyable dining experiences at senior living communities. For instance, at Artis Senior Living of West Shore, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, making meals a delight for residents.
Attentive communication with families. Communication is a key aspect of ensuring peace of mind for families. Community staff are noted for providing frequent updates and maintaining open lines of dialogue with family members. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna, the community director schedules regular ...
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Individually tailored care plans. Care plans are customized to suit each resident's unique needs and circumstances. At Juniper Village Wellspring at Brookline, the move to a new facility led to improved care and a better fit for the resident. The staff takes the time to understand each person's requirements and adapt according ...
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Secure and peaceful surroundings. Many families appreciate the safety and security provided by senior living communities. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna, the fenced-off facility allows residents to roam freely outdoors, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind for their loved ones.
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East Salem review score based on 249 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 249 reviews of 37 East Salem memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East Salem 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

East Salem review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
East Salem, PA37 facilities
8.6
Thompsontown, PA46 facilities
8.6
Millerstown, PA13 facilities

Review subcategories for East Salem 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 249 reviews of 37 East Salem memory care communities. This chart helps you compare East Salem 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.
East Salem, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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East Salem memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Salem memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Salem, 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 East Salem 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 East Salem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East Salem, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.9%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.6%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.6%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.7%
28.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.3%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.2%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.5%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Salem 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 East Salem Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Salem, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.9%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.8%
46.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.9%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.6%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Salem 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 East Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Salem, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.1%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.8%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
56.8%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.4%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.3%
19.1%
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Availability of select dining options in East Salem 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 East Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Salem, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.6%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.8%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
48.6%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Salem 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 East Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Salem, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.2%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.1%
33.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.4%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.5%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.2%
51.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.2%
61%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.1%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.2%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
62.2%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
45.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.8%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.2%
46.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 41 memory care facilities near East Salem, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in East Salem, Pennsylvania is Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 41 memory care facilities near you in East Salem, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in East Salem, 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 East Salem, 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 East Salem, Pennsylvania ranges from $698 to $14700. The average Memory Care cost in East Salem, Pennsylvania is $5,954. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in East Salem, Pennsylvania typically starts at $698. 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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