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Memory care in Peru Mills 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 Peru Mills is about $5,563 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 43 communities, read 753 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Providence Place has multiple levels of care which is why we went with them. Our loved one is able to be here as his care increases. They also told us if needed, they would be able to get a lift which was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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.
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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I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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.
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The experience we have had with The Leland of Laurel Run has been very positive. I certainly recommend them. They did a really good job working with my sister to get her acclimated to the new place and...
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.
The Leland of Laurel Run strives to give our residents all the care, security and comforts of home. Newly renovated and opened in December, 2012, our unique setting downtown Waynesboro offers a step back in history. Once the Leland Hotel, the building has been purchased and re-purposed into a...
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.
Helping Families. Enriching Lives. It’s more than just our duty, it defines who we are. At NewSeasons, everything we do revolves around our residents and their families. Our residents tell us at NewSeasons they get the best of both worlds – the comforts of home and the life-enriching...
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Cost of memory care in Peru Mills, PA

The average cost of senior living in Peru Mills is $5,563 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cassville, PA with an average of $4,855 per month.

Memory care costs in Peru Mills, PA, vs. nearby cities

Peru Mills, PA
$5,563/mo
$5,737/mo

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

Peru Mills, PA
$5,563/mo
U.S. national average
$5,537/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,563/mo

Memory care costs in Peru Mills, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,517/mo
Studio
$6,328/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,857/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,759/mo

Senior living costs in Peru Mills 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: Peru Mills, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typePeru Mills, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,563/mo$5,441/mo$5,537/mo
Assisted Living$4,432/mo$4,441/mo$4,780/mo
Independent Living$4,175/mo$4,353/mo$4,187/mo
Memory Care
Peru Mills, PA:$5,563/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,441/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Assisted Living
Peru Mills, PA:$4,432/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Independent Living
Peru Mills, PA:$4,175/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
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Memory care costs in Peru Mills, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Peru Mills 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Peru Mills, PA$7,092/mo$6,719/mo+5.6%
Pennsylvania$6,647/mo$6,175/mo+7.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Peru Mills, PA
2024 average cost:$7,092/mo
2023 average cost:$6,719/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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 Peru Mills

Recent reviews for memory care in Peru Mills

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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Olivia Village Assisted Living Residence in Tyrone, PA

4.7
My loved one seems to like the food. It is good value for the money. The staff is very interactive, with the residents. They could add more staff. Overall, I would recommend to other families.

The Leland of Laurel Run in Waynesboro, PA

5.0
We were welcomed from the very get go and the staff are lovely. The place is very pretty, clean and happy My Mom is adjusting really well and she wishes she had done this sooner

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff in helping residents feel at home and ensuring their well-being. At community Magnolias of Chambersburg, the staff go above and beyond to provide excellent care for residents and their families. At Brookdale Grandon Farms, st ...
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Wide range of engaging activities. Residents find joy in the various activities offered at their communities. At Artis Senior Living of West Shore, residents participate in activities like trivia nights, music sessions, and day trips. Community Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community organizes art classes, exercise ...
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Consistent communication with families. Reviews highlight the importance of clear communication between families and community staff. At Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community, staff members update families on their loved ones' care regularly and call in case of any concerns. At Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, the Dir ...
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Attentive care for individual needs. Residents express appreciation for the accommodating nature of community staff in addressing their unique care requirements. At Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community, staff at Arden Courts make adjustments to ensure that residents' needs are met and that they are living comfortably ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Multiple reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with attention given to both private rooms and common areas. At Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community, rooms are kept neat and tidy while outdoor areas, like gardens and walking trails, are regularly maintained. ...
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delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Artis Senior Living of West Shore, the chef at Artis accommodates dietary restrictions and personal preferences, making mealtimes a highlight for residents. At Bridges of Bent Creek, the Bridge ...
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Peru Mills review score based on 236 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 236 reviews of 33 Peru Mills memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Peru Mills 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

Peru Mills review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Peru Mills, PA33 facilities
8.6
Newton Hamilton, PA38 facilities
8.7
McVeytown, PA38 facilities

Review subcategories for Peru Mills 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 236 reviews of 33 Peru Mills memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Peru Mills 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
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
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Peru Mills memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Peru Mills memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Peru Mills, 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 Peru Mills 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 Peru Mills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Peru Mills, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.6%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Peru Mills 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 Peru Mills Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Peru Mills, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.6%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.5%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.6%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Peru Mills 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 Peru Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Peru Mills, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.5%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Peru Mills 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 Peru Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Peru Mills, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.5%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
42.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Peru Mills 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 Peru Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Peru Mills, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
51.5%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.6%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.6%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
42.4%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Peru Mills

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 Peru Mills protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolias of Chambersburg, Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community and Colonial Courtyard At Bedford are the top-rated memory care facilities near Peru Mills, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 43 memory care facilities near Peru Mills, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Peru Mills, Pennsylvania are Magnolias of Chambersburg and Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 43 memory care facilities near you in Peru Mills, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Peru Mills, 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 Peru Mills, 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 Peru Mills, Pennsylvania ranges from $698 to $10760. The average Memory Care cost in Peru Mills, Pennsylvania is $5,563. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Peru Mills, Pennsylvania typically starts at $698. 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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