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Memory care in Merlin 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 Merlin is about $6,165 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 32 communities, read 920 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My mom is a newer resident at Brightview Wayne and everything has been great so far. The staff seem very responsive, she likes the food and the move in process was smooth.
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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All of the staff were so kind and friendly. It was very clean and the food is good. I knew the moment we toured the facility that this was where I wanted to send my mother-in-law. [name removed] and [name...
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.
Sanatoga Court and Sanatoga Center, two Genesis HealthCare facilities located on the same campus, offer Senior Living and Skilled Nursing options.Sanatoga Court Senior Living offers active seniors a fun, dynamic lifestyle. This lively community supports each resident's independence, while also...
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The VC is really nice and the provide really good care. We expected the application to take a long time but he was able to move in in a month. He's in the new part so it has alot of ammentities, they provide...
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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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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I recently spent 3 weeks at The Meadows while recovering from a fractured hip and hip replacement surgery. I recommend this place very highly. There was one aide who worked the night shift who consistently...
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 Merlin, PA

The average cost of senior living in Merlin is $6,165 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Boyertown, PA with an average of $5,894 per month.

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

Merlin, PA
$6,165/mo

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

Merlin, PA
$6,165/mo
U.S. national average
$5,478/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,165/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,083/mo
Studio
$5,817/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,307/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,588/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Merlin over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Merlin

Recent reviews for memory care in Merlin

Chestnut Ridge Wallingford

4.1
Microwaves were removed from each apartment/ suite and there isn't one available in the activity room that was converted to their dining area. I'd expect a bit more for [cost removed] a month. More often than not, it's hard to find someone staff wise on her floor especially since it's now a ...
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Silver Springs at East Norriton

5.0
First, you need to see this facility. They did a major renovation and it looks so different. It has been modernized and looks amazing. My Mom has been at Brandywine for a few years. It is a tough decision to make when your loved one needs more care than what you can give. The apartments are ...
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Freedom Village at Brandywine, a CCRC in Coatesville, PA

4.5
My mother has lived at Freedom Village since 1999, first in a beautiful condo, next in Assisted Living and finally in Skilled Care for the last 5 years. She is now 96 years old, legally blind, hard of hearing, and has advanced dementia. She spends most of her time in a wheelchair and is happy ...
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Merlin review score based on 233 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 233 reviews of 30 Merlin memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merlin 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

Merlin review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Merlin, PA30 facilities
8.4
Phoenixville, PA26 facilities
8.2
Spring City, PA22 facilities

Review subcategories for Merlin 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 233 reviews of 30 Merlin memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Merlin 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
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Merlin memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merlin memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merlin, 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 Merlin 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 Merlin 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
83.3%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
48.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
86.7%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merlin 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 Merlin Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merlin, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
83.3%
46.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
86.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merlin 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 Merlin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merlin, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.3%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
76.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
76.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
43.3%
18.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Merlin 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 Merlin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
76.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
40%
Room service
Room service
63.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
53.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merlin 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 Merlin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
70%
33.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
70%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.7%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
51.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.3%
39.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
76.7%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
76.7%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Chestnut Knoll, The Pathways at Warrington and Sunrise of Lafayette Hill are the top-rated memory care facilities near Merlin, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 32 memory care facilities near Merlin, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Merlin, Pennsylvania are Chestnut Knoll, Sunrise of Lafayette Hill and Merrill Gardens at West Chester. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 32 memory care facilities near you in Merlin, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Merlin, 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 Merlin, 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 Merlin, Pennsylvania ranges from $151 to $78000. The average Memory Care cost in Merlin, Pennsylvania is $6,165. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Merlin, Pennsylvania typically starts at $151. 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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