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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gilberton, PA

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Memory care in Gilberton 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 Gilberton is about $5,246 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 83 communities, read 2414 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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, 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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Cost of memory care in Gilberton, PA

The average cost of senior living in Gilberton is $5,246 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shenandoah, PA with an average of $4,229 per month.

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

Gilberton, PA
$5,246/mo

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

Gilberton, PA
$5,246/mo
U.S. national average
$5,535/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,246/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,558/mo
Studio
$5,604/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,694/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,110/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,623/mo

Senior living costs in Gilberton 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: Gilberton, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGilberton, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,246/mo$5,443/mo$5,535/mo
Assisted Living$3,490/mo$4,441/mo$4,779/mo
Independent Living$2,657/mo$4,354/mo$4,184/mo
Memory Care
Gilberton, PA:$5,246/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
Assisted Living
Gilberton, PA:$3,490/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Independent Living
Gilberton, PA:$2,657/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,354/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Memory care costs in Gilberton, PA, over time

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

Gilberton, PAPA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Gilberton, PA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Gilberton 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
Gilberton, PA$5,903/mo$5,875/mo+0.5%
Pennsylvania$6,647/mo$6,175/mo+7.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Gilberton, PA
2024 average cost:$5,903/mo
2023 average cost:$5,875/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$6,647/mo
2023 average cost:$6,175/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Gilberton

Recent reviews for memory care in Gilberton

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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Phoebe Berks Village in Wernersville, PA

4.5
Was a little shocked on admission that they didn't ask more questions to get to know mom. I feel like we had to tell them about her routine rather than them ask the questions. It felt as though they were just going to wing it and I didn't love that feeling after helping my mom with her ADLs for ...
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Hillside Senior Living in Montoursville, PA

5.0
Excellent Care and food is delicious. Memory Care has activities for the residents throughout the day. All the staff are very caring and give excellent care to the residents. The landscaping looks very nice, and the building is well maintained.

Gilberton review score based on 646 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 646 reviews of 77 Gilberton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gilberton 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

Gilberton review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Gilberton, PA77 facilities
8.5
Frackville, PA88 facilities
9.0
Shenandoah, PA8 facilities

Review subcategories for Gilberton 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 646 reviews of 77 Gilberton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gilberton 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.
Gilberton, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Gilberton memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilberton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilberton, 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 Gilberton 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 Gilberton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gilberton, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.6%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.2%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.2%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
69.2%
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 Gilberton 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 Gilberton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gilberton, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26%
25.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gilberton 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 Gilberton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gilberton, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.7%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.2%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.7%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilberton 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 Gilberton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gilberton, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
48.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.4%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilberton 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 Gilberton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gilberton, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.4%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.2%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
62.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
40.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Gilberton

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