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Memory care in Lehighton 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 Lehighton is about $5,595 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 106 communities, read 2927 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
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My mother chose the life plan at Elm Terrace moving into Independent Living. Thank God she did! Shortly after she moved in she needed skilled care for rehab after a fall. The therapist worked so hard to get...
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.
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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
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 Lehighton, PA

The average cost of senior living in Lehighton is $5,595 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Summit Hill, PA with an average of $4,962 per month.

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

Lehighton, PA
$5,595/mo
$5,610/mo

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

Lehighton, PA
$5,595/mo
U.S. national average
$5,457/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,595/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,764/mo
Studio
$6,259/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,078/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,190/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,252/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Lehighton over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Lehighton

Recent reviews for memory care in Lehighton

The Pathways at Warrington

5.0
From the initial interview/tour of the facility through the final moments of my Dad's stay at Pathways, our family felt loved, supported and encouraged by the entire staff. What an amazing culture they have! If possible, we would give more than 5 stars for what we experienced and the service ...
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The Residences at Manatawny Village in Pottstown, PA

5.0
They did a good job catering to his food preferences, the staff was super friendly and super with him, care was outstanding. We would most definitely recommend this community to other families.

Tiffany Court at Kingston

5.0
I had looked at 6 facilities in South Carolina and 4 others in PA before choosing Tiffany Court. Tiffany Court was at least a level of magnitude above and beyond all of the others that I visited and assessed. Between the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff and the "homey" atmosphere, ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and caring staff. Several reviews mention the compassionate and attentive nature of the staff at various communities, such as Heritage Hill Senior Communitys Heritage Hill where staff members went above and beyond to make a difficult transition easier for families. The staff at South Mountain Memory Cares Sou ...
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Thoughtfully curated activities. Activities are another crucial aspect for residents in memory care communities. South Mountain Memory Cares South Mountain Memory Care offers a range of activities tailored to residents, while Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Old Orchards Arden Courts residents appreciate th ...
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Individualized care plans. Customized care plans are essential for memory care residents. South Mountain Memory Cares South Mountain Memory Care staff develops individual care plans for each resident, helping to address their unique needs effectively. Similarly, Heritage Hill Senior Communitys Heritage Hill staff crea ...
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Family oriented and communicative. Clear communication between staff and families is essential for peace of mind. Chestnut Knolls Chestnut Knoll consistently maintains open lines of communication with families, updating them on their loved ones' well-being and addressing any concerns promptly. Similarly, South Mountain Memory ...
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Security and safety measures. Safety is a top priority for memory care communities. Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Old Orchards Arden Courts ensures residents' safety by having someone on duty around the clock, while Chestnut Knolls Chestnut Knoll has a secure entrance to keep residents safe. At South ...
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Homelike atmosphere. Creating a homelike environment is essential for memory care residents. Chestnut Knolls Chestnut Knoll is praised for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, while Heritage Hill Senior Communitys Heritage Hill feels like a family environment. At South Mountain Memory Cares South Mountain Memory ...
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Lehighton review score based on 784 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 784 reviews of 104 Lehighton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lehighton 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

Lehighton review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
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Weissport East, PA106 facilities

Review subcategories for Lehighton 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 784 reviews of 104 Lehighton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lehighton 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Lehighton memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lehighton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lehighton, 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 Lehighton 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 Lehighton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
68.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.7%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.4%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.3%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.2%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lehighton 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 Lehighton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lehighton, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.2%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
59.6%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.2%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lehighton 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 Lehighton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lehighton, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.8%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.6%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
55.8%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.7%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Lehighton 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 Lehighton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lehighton, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.3%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
40.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lehighton 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 Lehighton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lehighton, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
63.5%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.9%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.3%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.3%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.2%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.3%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.5%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
65.4%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
35.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gardens of Green Ridge, The Residence at Village Greens and Chestnut Knoll are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lehighton, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 106 memory care facilities near Lehighton, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Lehighton, Pennsylvania are The Gardens of Green Ridge, Chestnut Knoll and Spring Village at Pocono. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 106 memory care facilities near you in Lehighton, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Lehighton, 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 Lehighton, 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 Lehighton, Pennsylvania ranges from $1 to $78000. The average Memory Care cost in Lehighton, Pennsylvania is $5,595. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Lehighton, Pennsylvania typically starts at $1. 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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