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Memory care in Effort 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 Effort is about $5,880 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 107 communities, read 3468 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Arden Courts Old Orchard, A Memory Care Community
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It is expensive but the care my husband is getting and my peace of mind is worth it. The facility is well care for and very clean. Everyone who works there knows how to communicate and help dementia...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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The staff is always friendly and ready to help with anything. Rooms are cleaned daily. Mom is very happy there, and I feel completely comfortable leaving her there. There are activities almost daily.
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.
MapleShade offers Personal Care and A Secured Dementia Unit. Please call for details.When it comes to Peace and Tranquility, MapleShade Meadows cannot be beat! Our one floor Senior Living Community is located along a picturesque creek in a meadow in the quiet town of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania....
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#1:4(I am a diehard New Yorker; miss the whole vibe. Nowhere else has been like it. As a home-away-from-home, it's more like a college dorm experience) #2: 5 #3: 4 (there are always a few less-than-upbeat...
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.
Traditions of Lansdale: Caring for those who cared for us.Knowing your loved one will have the things that matter for health and security makes the decision to seek personal care a whole lot easier for the entire family.Traditions has individualized personal care that goes beyond the basics to...
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Photo of Bethlehem Manor Senior Living
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What we like the most about the community is that all of the people that work there are extremely friendly, attentive and caring. Yes, we would recommend Bethlehem Manor Senior Living to other families based...
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.
The beautiful new Bethlehem Manor, located on Pennsylvania Avenue in Bethlehem, PA, is centrally located from Allentown, Easton, and Northampton. Premier Senior Living offering several levels of care. The all inclusive community offers suites with a home-like setting. Our affordable rates start...
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Photo of Tiffany Court at Kingston
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The place is clean staff friendly know their jobs to do good meals taking good care of my daughter. I would recommend Tiffany Court to others.
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.
Nestled right inside The Valley With A Heart, Tiffany Court Senior Living is conveniently located in Kingston, near shopping, restaurants and places of worship. We offer transportation to a variety of local destinations, including doctor's offices, Wyoming Valley Mall and other exciting...
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They are very attentive to details, caring, addresses concerns right away and in a timely manner. Keep up to date with our dad condition. Look out for the patient's best interest, I would even stay there if...
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.
Bryan Manor is a senior residential care home nestled on 36 acres in scenic Chester. It offers residents a cozy, safe, and supportive environment. It's smaller than other facilities and seniors quickly adapt to the family-centric care. The residents enjoy interacting with each other and the...
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The facility was clean and bright. I feel like it was lacking in additional rooms and spaces for the residence to gather. The rooms were generous and size. I was not fond of the fact that they locked up...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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The Vero has provided my in-laws with the best experience in terms of healthcare, food taste, ability to get what they need, when they need it They are very happy, getting stronger, and participating in...
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.
The Vero at Bethlehem offers two types of senior living in Bethlehem, PA: personal care and memory care. Every resident enjoys luxury amenities and services tailored to their personal preferences and abilities. Here, we promote independence with just the right amount of assistance.The beautiful...
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Everyone at Cornerstone are fantastic. They really care about the residents and their families and the fact that there is very little turnover in staff says alot about the facility.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
We are a unique senior adult residence in Lehigh County, specializing in personal health care services for individuals living with Alzheimer or dementia. We adopted a university proven method of service. The services at Cornerstone Living provides exceptional security & compassionate care...
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Photo of Independence Manor at Hunterdon
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The combination of the warmth, approachability, and responsiveness of the staff and the beauty , warmth and most importantly functionality (livability) of the physical environment - really makes Independence...
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.
*We are proud to have earned New Jersey state's "Advanced Standing" designation for quality!*Independence Manor is dedicated to providing the personal services and health care to individuals who may need help with some of their aspects of daily living. Our programs, policies and procedures were...
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Photo of Mt. Arlington Senior Living
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Staff was amazing. Very attentive. My mom loved them all. Activities were endless. The 3:00 happy hour with music was a favorite. My mom is a picky eater. She was never satisfied with the food. They did...
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.
Welcome to Mt Arlington Senior Living. Mt. Arlington Senior Living sits high on a hilltop offering breathtaking views of the rolling hills and wooded landscape surrounding the community. The Community is located just minutes from local shopping, restaurants, Lake Hopatcong, places of worship, and...
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Photo of Brookdale Dublin
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[name removed] on the nursing staff is amazing as well as [name removed] the chef! [name removed] the activities director is absolutely wonderful!!! Praying they hire someone for weekend activities very soon
Provides: Memory Care
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.
With dementia, small moments can have big purpose.If you and your family are looking for a memory care community, we can help. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of...
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Photo of St. Mary Villa, a CCRC
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I feel they have shown true care and compassion for Pat. Understanding her limitations & simple needs are key. They have achieved that. I appreciate the staff & the love that's shown. In the beginning I was...
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.
Nestled quietly near the Wissahickon creek in Lansdale, PA is St. Mary Villa for Independent and Retirement living. From the moment you enter the elegant and well-appointed lobby, you'll feel immediately at home. Once you walk on the wide paths through the gardens and pass the chapel filled with...
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Heather Glen was beautiful. I couldn't have picked a better place for my mother. The staff was wonderful and attentive if we ever had questions, they were there to answer them help us navigate through...
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.
Heather Glen offers a tranquil setting where seniors can maintain their independence with access to professional staff 24/7. Both residents and families find comfort in knowing that our experienced staff provides personalized services and nursing care.Based from the Six components of Health,...
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Photo of South Mountain Memory Care
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Mom was only there for 4 months. She passed away after a cancer diagnosis in October. The director and nurses were extremely kind and kept me informed of issues with mom's health & welfare. The entire...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
South Mountain Memory Care was built on the “Small House” concept. This concept has been found to be most the most successful environment for those with memory issues in that it creates a sense of home, confidence of surroundings, and ultimately happiness with residents.Research indicates that...
Photo of Serenity Care Kingston
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5 for all categories. Our total experience with having our mom in Serenity Care was excellent. Our family's experience at Serenity Care Kingston was excellent. The staff was caring, professional and...
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.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents value their independence, yet need some assistance to ease the challenges of daily life. By...
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The staff is great! The private room is spacious. The administration team is top-notch. Everything is very clean. We know he is well taken care of.
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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Photo of The Residence at Basking Ridge
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They have an open menu from 7 to 7 and they could order anything that they wanted. Loads of activities, including happy hour every day at 3:30 and excursions. After less than one year, her rent went up...
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.
Nestled in the heart of Bernards Township, and conveniently located off of I-287, the community is close to shops, recreation & entertainment, dining, the popular Farmstead Arts Center and so much more. The Residence at Basking Ridge offers an array of services catered to seniors. At The...
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Photo of The Palmerton
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I have found that the staff truly cares.. they are so good with my relative. He was extremely combative and angry to be there and furious I made him move. They were very, very patient with him and now he...
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.
Breathtaking views overlooking the Lehigh Gap, with a panoramic view of Blue Mountain...The Village at Palmerton is conveniently located near Palmerton Hospital. We are within walking distance from all of your shopping and banking needs. We ask you to come and visit with us and see the...
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As a nurse, I wanted my mom to be placed in a facility that had good nurses and overall care. I was blown away by how attentive the staff are, how kind and caring they all are. Even the support staff and the...
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.
Brakeley Park Center is a small senior living community in Phillipsburg New Jersey. Our specialty is providing premier senior living services with a focus on individualized attention. Our small town is located where the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers meet so we are able to enjoy the delights of small...
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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.
At Courtyard Luxury Senior Living, we’ve reimagined senior living to focus on enhancing every aspect of daily life.Conveniently located in the picturesque town of Clinton, NJ, everything in our community was designed with residents in mind, from the layout of the apartments to the daily...
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Our family member was very withdrawn and apprehensive about the change of his residence--had lived in the same home for 83 years! While his comfort level took several months to improve, he is a much changed...
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.
Conveniently tucked in the sheltering pines is a breath of fresh air. The Pines Senior Living is a personal care facility like no other. When it comes time to look for that extra sense of security for your loved one, The Pines is the ideal place. From personal care to Memory care, you can rest...
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Photo of Berkshire Commons
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This is an amazing place! My mom is so happy here! Beautiful facility. Clean and always decorated beautifully for each season. Friendly and caring staffing. You get a sense of family and caring from ALL...
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.
Berkshire Commons is an award winning senior living community, located in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, sits on the picturesque grounds of the Reading Country Club. Residents, friends and families alike call our luxurious community 'The Place to Be,' with its premiere location and...
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1. 10-I know there were challenges getting [removed price] to agree that she needed assisted living and adjusting to being there but I saw the caring in the Director of Nursing and P.J. the nurses that made...
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.
Located in a beautiful country setting surrounded by mountains and open space. Mira Vie Brookfield offers three different levels of senior living: concierge level of living, assisted living, and Country Cottage, in private and semi-private apartments. For residents with Alzheimer's and other...
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The Legend of Allentown provided a warm and inviting family environment. The facility was excellently maintained and very clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We worked with the Sales Director...
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.
At Legend of Allentown, you’ll find a vibrant atmosphere that values both community and individuality. Gathering areas are purposefully designed to make life more engaging, convenient and social, while a variety of residential floorplans offer comfortable, private retreats in which you can...
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Cost of memory care in Effort, PA

The average cost of senior living in Effort is $5,880 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Parryville, PA with an average of $5,281 per month.

Memory care costs in Effort, PA, vs. nearby cities

Effort, PA
$5,880/mo
$5,946/mo
$5,798/mo

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

Effort, PA
$5,880/mo
U.S. national average
$5,615/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,880/mo

Memory care costs in Effort, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,739/mo
Studio
$7,301/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,272/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,423/mo

Senior living costs in Effort 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: Effort, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEffort, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,880/mo$5,538/mo$5,615/mo
Assisted Living$4,004/mo$4,531/mo$4,881/mo
Independent Living$3,745/mo$4,476/mo$4,330/mo
Memory Care
Effort, PA:$5,880/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,538/mo
U.S.:$5,615/mo
Assisted Living
Effort, PA:$4,004/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,531/mo
U.S.:$4,881/mo
Independent Living
Effort, PA:$3,745/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,476/mo
U.S.:$4,330/mo
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Memory care costs in Effort, PA, over time

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

Effort, PAPA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Effort, PA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Effort 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Effort, PA$5,959/mo$5,718/mo+4.2%
Pennsylvania$6,649/mo$6,171/mo+7.7%
National$6,492/mo$6,159/mo+5.4%
Effort, PA
2024 average cost:$5,959/mo
2023 average cost:$5,718/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$6,649/mo
2023 average cost:$6,171/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,492/mo
2023 average cost:$6,159/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in Effort

Recent reviews for memory care in Effort

Rittenhouse Village at Lehigh Valley in Allentown, PA

5.0
5 across the board. Love the staff members very caring of my mother in law who lives there but also my father in law who visits and has dinner with her daily. He raves about the food. Gloria doesn't really participate much but they always have her there during activities giving her the chance if ...
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Mira Vie Brookfield in Belvidere, NJ

4.5
I had to place my husband in care while I had surgery and recovery. He was very happy, well cared for and enjoyed the entire time. All of the staff and employees were absolutely wonderful. I would recommend this facility to anyone. It really is a wonderful place.

South Mountain Memory Care in Emmaus, PA

5.0
My Mother has been a resident at South Mountain for 2 months now. Every time we come to visit her, she tells us how nice the place is, how clean it is, how good the food is and how she looks every day for something to be wrong with it, but she cannot find anything. If you knew my Mother you ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at their community. At Cambridge Riverview, the place is described as having 'friendly' staff, while Arden Courts Old Orchard, A Memory Care Community mentions that 'staff were all friendly and informative' during their loved on ...
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Wide range of enjoyable activities. Residents find joy in the diverse array of activities offered at their communities. At South Mountain Memory Care, the staff organize a variety of specialized activities to keep residents engaged. Arden Courts Allentown, A Memory Care Community mentions that their loved one 'loves happy hour ...
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Exceptional communication between families and staff. Clear, consistent communication between families and staff is a common theme in the reviews. At South Mountain Memory Care, the staff 'have been very communicative when mom has had issues' and 'keep family informed'. Arden Courts Old Orchard, A Memory Care Community mentions frequent, detail ...
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Thoughtfully maintained living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities' living spaces. At Chestnut Knoll, the staff 'go out of their way to help my mother' and keep her room 'very clean and looking wonderful'. The reviews for Manor At Market Square mention that the staff are 'renovating the pa ...
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Individualized care plans. Individualized care plans catered to residents' unique needs and preferences are a source of satisfaction for families. At Saucon Valley Manor, the staff 'are always available to answer concerns' and 'go the 'extra' steps'. Arden Courts Old Orchard, A Memory Care Community notes that the sta ...
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Welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. The warm and friendly atmosphere of the communities contributes to residents' overall satisfaction. At Chestnut Knoll, the community 'has a very warm feel even at our first visit'. The staff at Belle Reve Senior Living Community 'see to all the residence needs' and are 'friendly and welcomin ...
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Effort review score based on 823 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 823 reviews of 101 Effort memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Effort 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

Effort review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Effort, PA101 facilities
8.5
Wind Gap, PA16 facilities
8.4
Pen Argyl, PA13 facilities

Review subcategories for Effort 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 823 reviews of 101 Effort memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Effort 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.
Effort, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.9
Friendliness
3.8
4.0
Care services
3.5
3.7
Staff
3.6
3.9
Meals & dining
3.4
3.6
Activities
3.3
3.5
Value for cost*
3.4
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Effort memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Effort memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Effort, 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 Effort 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 Effort that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Effort, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.3%
63.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.4%
47%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.2%
69.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.6%
28.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.1%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.3%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.3%
69.4%
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 Effort 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 Effort Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Effort, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.3%
71.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
59.4%
45.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.3%
67.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.8%
26%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Effort 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 Effort partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Effort, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.6%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.4%
44.3%
No sugar
No sugar
57.4%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.5%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
41.6%
21.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Effort 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 Effort communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Effort, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.4%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
46.5%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.7%
22.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Effort 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 Effort offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Effort, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.5%
32.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.4%
52.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.3%
50.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.3%
59.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.4%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.5%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.4%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
63.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
38.6%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.4%
45.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Effort

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Chestnut Knoll, The Gardens of Green Ridge and Twin Cedar Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Effort, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 107 memory care facilities near Effort, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Effort, Pennsylvania are Twin Cedar Senior Living, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Personal Care and The Birches at Harleysville. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 107 memory care facilities near you in Effort, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Effort, 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 Effort, 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 Effort, Pennsylvania ranges from $690 to $12981. The average Memory Care cost in Effort, Pennsylvania is $5,880. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Effort, Pennsylvania typically starts at $690. 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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