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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Emerald, PA

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Memory care in Emerald 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 Emerald is about $5,389 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 5 communities, read 72 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Emerald Memory Care Facilities | 72 Reviews

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Last Updated: 12/10/25
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8.9
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31 reviews
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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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The Palmerton is beautiful. Rooms are cozy. Staff are friendly, helpful and supportive. Food choices are limited however tasty. I like being here and recommend it for those looking for help with life's...
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.
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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The care provided for my loved one at Sacred Heart Senior Living by the Creek has been exceptional. The staff is very friendly and take good care of her needs. The atmosphere is really homey and warm. I have...
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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I really enjoyed visiting my mom. The people were so sweet and kind. I think the rate was very reasonable. The facility is beautiful and very clean.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Emerald, PA

The average cost of senior living in Emerald is $5,389 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Summit Hill, PA with an average of $5,007 per month.

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

Emerald, PA
$5,389/mo

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

Emerald, PA
$5,389/mo
U.S. national average
$5,537/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,389/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,492/mo
Studio
$5,156/mo

Senior living costs in Emerald 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: Emerald, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEmerald, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,389/mo$5,441/mo$5,537/mo
Assisted Living$3,938/mo$4,441/mo$4,780/mo
Independent Living$3,642/mo$4,353/mo$4,187/mo
Memory Care
Emerald, PA:$5,389/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,441/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Assisted Living
Emerald, PA:$3,938/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Independent Living
Emerald, PA:$3,642/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
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Memory care costs in Emerald, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Emerald 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Emerald, PA$5,965/mo$5,332/mo+11.9%
Pennsylvania$5,759/mo$5,743/mo+0.3%
National$5,881/mo$5,646/mo+4.2%
Emerald, PA
2024 average cost:$5,965/mo
2023 average cost:$5,332/mo
Percent change:+11.9%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,759/mo
2023 average cost:$5,743/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,881/mo
2023 average cost:$5,646/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Emerald

Recent reviews for memory care in Emerald

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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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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Whitehall Manor

5.0
When we are able to visit the community is kept very clean and we do see a lot of activities going on. The staff members have kept up great and consistent communication with our family which we love. We have no complaints to say about Whitehall Manor.

Emerald memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Emerald memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Emerald, 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 Emerald 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 Emerald that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Emerald, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Emerald 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 Emerald Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Emerald, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Emerald 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 Emerald partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Emerald, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
75%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Emerald 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 Emerald communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Emerald, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Emerald 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 Emerald offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Emerald, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
38.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Emerald

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