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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gum Run, PA

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Memory care in Gum Run 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 Gum Run is about $6,180 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 76 communities, read 2408 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Wilkes-Barre, Hazleton and Schuylkill Haven.

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Exceptional care, compassionate staff, and a warm environment make this memory care unit outstanding. Loved ones receive top-notch support and respect, enhancing their quality of life. The facility itself is...
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 Gum Run, PA

The average cost of senior living in Gum Run is $6,180 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Hazleton, PA with an average of $6,180 per month.

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

Gum Run, PA
$6,180/mo
U.S. national average
$7,121/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,180/mo

Memory care costs in Gum Run, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,172/mo
Studio
$6,954/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,826/mo

Senior living costs in Gum Run 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: Gum Run, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGum Run, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,180/mo$7,255/mo$7,121/mo
Assisted Living$4,471/mo$5,701/mo$5,909/mo
Independent Living$2,607/mo$3,813/mo$3,532/mo
Memory Care
Gum Run, PA:$6,180/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,255/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Assisted Living
Gum Run, PA:$4,471/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,701/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Independent Living
Gum Run, PA:$2,607/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,813/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Memory care costs in Gum Run, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Gum Run 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
Gum Run, PA$6,442/mo$5,918/mo+8.9%
Pennsylvania$6,753/mo$6,332/mo+6.7%
National$6,648/mo$6,334/mo+4.9%
Gum Run, PA
2024 average cost:$6,442/mo
2023 average cost:$5,918/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$6,753/mo
2023 average cost:$6,332/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,648/mo
2023 average cost:$6,334/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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What families are saying about memory care in Gum Run

Recent reviews for memory care in Gum Run

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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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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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

Caring and compassionate staff. Many reviews praise the kind and considerate nature of the staff at various communities. At Chestnut Knoll, caregivers go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel at ease. At Heritage Hill Senior Community, staff members are attentive to residents' needs and show genuine co ...
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Engaging activities for residents. A wide range of activities cater to residents' interests, keeping them engaged and active. For instance, at South Mountain Memory Care, residents enjoy musical performances, religious services, and outdoor activities. At Celebration Villa of Mid Valley, residents participate in arts and craf ...
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Thoughtfully designed facilities. Many residents mention the thoughtful design of their living spaces, which contribute to a sense of familiarity and comfort. At Arden Courts Old Orchard, A Memory Care Community, private rooms and shared common areas have a homelike atmosphere, while at Linden Village Senior Living Community ...
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Responsive and communicative staff. Families value clear and consistent communication from staff, ensuring they are always informed of their loved ones' care and well-being. At South Mountain Memory Care, the staff's openness to questions and updates builds trust and confidence with families, while at Arden Courts Old Orchard, ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Residents appreciate the nutritious and delicious meals provided at their communities. At Linden Village Senior Living Community, the chef caters to individual dietary restrictions, making mealtimes a favorite part of the day for many. At Chestnut Knoll, residents look forward to the variety ...
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Secure and safe living environments. Safety is a top priority for many senior living communities. At Arden Courts Old Orchard, A Memory Care Community, staff members ensure residents' safety through regular checks and accommodating needs, while at Legend of Allentown, the community's commitment to safety gave families peace of ...
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Gum Run review score based on 567 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 567 reviews of 76 Gum Run memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gum Run 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

Gum Run review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Gum Run, PA76 facilities
8.2
Penn Forest, PA88 facilities
7.5
Scranton, PA14 facilities

Review subcategories for Gum Run 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 567 reviews of 76 Gum Run memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gum Run 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.
Gum Run, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.1
3.4
Staff
3.3
3.6
Meals & dining
3.0
3.3
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
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Gum Run memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gum Run memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gum Run, 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 Gum Run 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 Gum Run that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gum Run, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.2%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.9%
47.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.4%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.1%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.4%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.5%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.1%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gum Run 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 Gum Run Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gum Run, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.1%
72.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.6%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.2%
68.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.3%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gum Run 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 Gum Run partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gum Run, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.9%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
52.6%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.3%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.8%
23.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Gum Run 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 Gum Run communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gum Run, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.1%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.2%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
43.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gum Run 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 Gum Run offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gum Run, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.3%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.2%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.8%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.5%
59.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.3%
39.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.4%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
60.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
39.5%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.5%
46.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Gum Run

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Chestnut Knoll, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Personal Care and Heritage Hill Senior Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gum Run, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 76 memory care facilities near Gum Run, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Gum Run, Pennsylvania are Keystone Villa at Douglassville Personal Care, Manor At Market Square and The Residence at Village Greens. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 76 memory care facilities near you in Gum Run, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Gum Run, 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 Gum Run, 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 Gum Run, Pennsylvania ranges from $$3,325 to $$8,150. The average Memory Care cost in Gum Run, Pennsylvania is $6,180. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Gum Run, Pennsylvania typically starts at $$3,325. 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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