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Memory care in Pennville 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 Pennville is about $6,053 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 146 communities, read 4197 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My mother is at Fahrney Keedy right now. She loves everything about the community even though we are in a pandemic. She has had wonderful experience with the staff members, and getting situated. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Fahrney-Keedy Home and Village is nestled among the foothills of the picturesque Catoctin Mountains of Northern Washington County.  This 90 acre Maryland retirement community offers breathtaking vistas in all directions.  We are located just minutes from Interstates 70 or 81. As a...
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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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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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
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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Woodland Assisted Living is a beautiful adult care community located in Lovettsville, VA. We pride ourselves in giving the best quality care possible for the many residents living in the home. We understand how important it is for you to feel comfortable living your elderly parents in our care,...
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 Pennville, PA

The average cost of senior living in Pennville is $6,053 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arendtsville, PA with an average of $4,265 per month.

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

Pennville, PA
$6,053/mo

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

Pennville, PA
$6,053/mo
U.S. national average
$5,537/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,053/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,165/mo
Studio
$6,245/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,601/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,168/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,340/mo

Senior living costs in Pennville 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: Pennville, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typePennville, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,053/mo$5,441/mo$5,537/mo
Assisted Living$4,439/mo$4,441/mo$4,779/mo
Independent Living$5,137/mo$4,354/mo$4,184/mo
Memory Care
Pennville, PA:$6,053/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,441/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Assisted Living
Pennville, PA:$4,439/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Independent Living
Pennville, PA:$5,137/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,354/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Memory care costs in Pennville, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Pennville 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
Pennville, PA$6,452/mo$6,333/mo+1.9%
Pennsylvania$6,647/mo$6,175/mo+7.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Pennville, PA
2024 average cost:$6,452/mo
2023 average cost:$6,333/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
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 Pennville

Recent reviews for memory care in Pennville

HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick

5.0
My experience at Heartfields was excellent! I couldn’t have placed [name removed] in a more caring, professional environment. I would recommend Heartfields to anyone. It was a difficult time for me and they made it easier on a daily basis to continue to help [name removed]

Integrity Esther's Place at the Park in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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Country Meadows Of West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.5
The past 60 days has been an overwhelming journey for our family as we navigated our parents hospitalizations, rehabilitations, moves from an independent living facility to assisted living at Country Meadows, and the eventual death of our father. It’s not an understatement to say that the staff ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and understanding care for difficult dementia cases. Several families praise the staff's ability to care for loved ones with challenging dementia symptoms at Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community, Senior Commons at Powder Mill, and Arden Courts Towson, A Memory Care Community. They provide individualized attention and engaging ...
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Engaging activities tailored to various levels of cognitive impairment. Communities like Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community, Senior Commons at Powder Mill, and Linden Village Senior Living Community offer a wide range of activities to accommodate residents with diverse cognitive abilities. These activities foster socialization and stimulation, ...
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Thoughtfully designed spaces for wandering and security. Some communities, such as Arden Courts Towson, A Memory Care Community, have thoughtfully designed spaces, like secure courtyards and wandering paths, to provide a balance of safety and freedom for residents with dementia. These features help families feel reassured that their loved ones are r ...
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Clear communication between staff and families. Many families appreciate the open communication they receive from caregivers at Seaton Springwood, Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community, and Linden Village Senior Living Community, ensuring they are always informed of their loved one's progress and well-being.
Personalized care plans accommodating individual needs. Families of residents at Seaton Springwood, Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community, and Arden Courts Towson, A Memory Care Community mention the importance of customized care plans tailored to their loved ones' unique requirements. This approach helps ensure that each resident ...
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Dedicated and attentive staff. Throughout the reviews, families express their appreciation for the caring and committed staff at various communities, including Seaton Springwood, Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community, and Senior Commons at Powder Mill, who go above and beyond to provide excellent care for ...
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Pennville review score based on 984 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 984 reviews of 138 Pennville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pennville 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

Pennville review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Pennville 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 984 reviews of 138 Pennville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Pennville 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
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Pennville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pennville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pennville, 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 Pennville 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 Pennville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pennville, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.6%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.4%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Pennville 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 Pennville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pennville, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
67.2%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pennville 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 Pennville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pennville, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
64.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.2%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Pennville 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 Pennville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pennville, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.6%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
49.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pennville 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 Pennville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pennville, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
67.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
70.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
47.4%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Pennville

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