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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Lykens, PA
Memory care in Lykens 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 Lykens is about $5,531 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 7 communities, read 220 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Harrisburg, Hershey and Lebanon.
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10
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59 reviews
I moved here a year ago from Florida and was very nervous, but everyone here was so caring and I felt at ease. It never felt like I was in a facility, it felt like home and the staff felt like family. You...
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.
Palmyra Senior Living is small intimate personal care home specializing in Memory Care and Personal Care, offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located in the charming town of Palmyra, PA in a tranquil luxurious setting and...
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna
2625 Ailanthus Lane, Harrisburg, PA 17110Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review score
57 reviews
We chose Arden Courts because [name removed] and [name removed] (admins) made us (wife and I) feel like we could trust them with my mother's life. The observations and interactions with the staff were always...
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.
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,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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22 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
12 reviews
My Dad went from the hospital to Brookdale Grayson view. He had pneumonia and also has dementia. The staff and residents really took him under their wing to help him to feel comfortable. He had a hard time...
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.
Brookdale Grayson View was built in 2000 and is a proud member of the Brookdale family. Brookdale is one of the largest retirement community providers in the United States and serves thousands of seniors by providing customized care, signature programs and quality of life for each of our...
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8.9
Review score
16 reviews
They are friendly and caring people. They have made my father in law feel right at home , And that in turn makes my husband and I feel at peace.
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.
Heritage Mill Personal Care Home in Tower City, PA is the ideal backdrop for your long-term care in a peaceful environment. You’ll find yourself feeling just like you’re at home with your own family. Located right near the bustling town center, this home is perfect for those who need a little...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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55 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
8 reviews
All the staff have been there for any questions or issue I have or my brother has had. Staff are visible and make themselves available every time I'm there. They approach me with any new issues with my...
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.
Retirement should be about finding new interests and actively engaging in life, but it is also a time to sit back and reflect on life and to rest and relax. Serenity Gardens is a senior living community in the small town of Kulpmont, Pennsylvania offers residents a chance to find themselves in...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
45 reviews
We've had a good experience with Brookdale Harrisburg. But there was a lot of confusion when we moved my parents in with paperwork and payments. I'd strongly suggest making copies of any forms you fill out.
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.
Your home should bring out the best in you.If you want to redefine your independence, come see if our senior living community is the right fit for you. Located in the historic town of Harrisburg, we have both personal care home services and memory care all on one campus, so you’ll have the care...
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3131 Floor plans available
7.9
Review score
23 reviews
Staff was very kind and helpful. Very clean, it looks like a hotel. I would definitely use them again if needed. Just like home, but better.
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.
Welcome to Harmony at HersheyIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Hershey, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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Cost of memory care in Lykens, PA
The average cost of senior living in Lykens is $5,531 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fairview-Ferndale, PA with an average of $4,428 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lykens, PA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Lykens
Recent reviews for memory care in Lykens
Butler Street Senior Living in Harrisburg, PA
3.9
The community has good staff; however I feel they are understaffed currently. There has been some staff turnover since my loved one moved into the community. Due to the staffing challenges this can cause delays in waiting for meals, care, and more. [name removed] the Director is wonderful; ...
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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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Oak Hill Village in Middletown, PA
3.4
The reason for my rating is. My dad passed away before he could enjoy anything
He did not complain to much about the food. The people that helped me when I could find someone were friendly, however the care was average
Except for skilled nursing.
Lykens review score based on 81 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 81 reviews of 7 Lykens memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Lykens 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
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Review subcategories for Lykens 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 81 reviews of 7 Lykens memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lykens 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.Lykens, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
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Lykens memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lykens memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lykens, 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 Lykens 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 Lykens that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lykens, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
57.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.7%
72.4%
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 Lykens 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 Lykens Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lykens, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
85.7%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
100%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lykens 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 Lykens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lykens, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
85.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
85.7%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Lykens 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 Lykens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lykens, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
85.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
71.4%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
22.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Lykens 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 Lykens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lykens, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
100%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
85.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
85.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
71.4%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna and Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lykens, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Lykens, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Lykens, Pennsylvania are Aura Maris Senior Living of Palmyra and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 7 memory care facilities near you in Lykens, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Lykens, 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 Lykens, 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 Lykens, Pennsylvania ranges from $1 to $14700. The average Memory Care cost in Lykens, Pennsylvania is $5,531. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Lykens, 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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