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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Rice, PA

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Memory care in Rice 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 Rice is about $6,290 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 54 communities, read 1597 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Scranton, Wilkes-Barre and Kingston.

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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Home 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.
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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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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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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.
Praxis Nursing Home is dedicated to the care and well-being of people with Alzheimer’s Disease or Related Disorders. Sitting on a hillside overlooking the scenic Delaware and Lehigh Rivers, the home is located in the Historic District of Easton, Pennsylvania.Our highly specialized program...
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Cost of memory care in Rice, PA

The average cost of senior living in Rice is $6,290 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Nuangola, PA with an average of $6,290 per month.

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

Rice, PA
$6,290/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,290/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,027/mo
Studio
$6,812/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,502/mo

Senior living costs in Rice 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: Rice, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRice, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,290/mo$7,186/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,409/mo$5,655/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$2,565/mo$3,724/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Rice, PA:$6,290/mo
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Rice, PA:$4,409/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Rice, PA:$2,565/mo
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Rice, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Rice 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 average 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
Rice, PA$6,442/mo$5,918/mo+8.9%
Pennsylvania$6,753/mo$6,332/mo+6.7%
National$6,648/mo$6,334/mo+4.9%
Rice, PA
2024 average cost:$6,442/mo
2023 average cost:$5,918/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$6,753/mo
2023 average cost:$6,332/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,648/mo
2023 average cost:$6,334/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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What families are saying about memory care in Rice

Recent reviews for memory care in Rice

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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South Mountain Memory Care in Emmaus, PA

5.0
My Mother has been a resident at South Mountain for 2 months now. Every time we come to visit her, she tells us how nice the place is, how clean it is, how good the food is and how she looks every day for something to be wrong with it, but she cannot find anything. If you knew my Mother you ...
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Whitehall Manor

5.0
When we are able to visit the community is kept very clean and we do see a lot of activities going on. The staff members have kept up great and consistent communication with our family which we love. We have no complaints to say about Whitehall Manor.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Highly competent and caring staff. Several reviews highlight the exceptional care and dedication of the staff at various communities, with many residents and their families expressing appreciation for the personalized attention they receive. For example, at Arden Courts Old Orchard, A Memory Care Community, the administrative a ...
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Personalized care plans and accommodations. Communities tailor their services to the unique needs of their residents, ensuring that they receive the best possible care. At Arden Courts Old Orchard, A Memory Care Community, the staff take the time to understand each resident's journey with dementia and adjust their care accordingly. Simi ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered by communities, which help them stay active and engaged. At Arden Courts Old Orchard, A Memory Care Community, residents enjoy music, chair exercises, religious services, and special events like dancing and music. At South Mountain ...
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Communication and transparency between families and staff. Families appreciate the clear and frequent communication they receive from communities about their loved ones' care. At Arden Courts Old Orchard, A Memory Care Community, the staff keep families informed of any changes or concerns, while at South Mountain Memory Care, families are encouraged ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with some residents and their families commenting specifically on the pristine living spaces and bathrooms. For example, at Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living, the Maple Shade Meadows memory care facility is described as ...
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Welcoming and homelike environments. Families value the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the communities, which help their loved ones feel comfortable and at ease. At Cornerstone Living, Cornerstone Living is described as having a 'homey and warm' atmosphere, while at South Mountain Memory Care, the South Mountain Memory Care c ...
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Rice review score based on 349 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 349 reviews of 54 Rice memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rice 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

Rice review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Rice, PA54 facilities
8.1
Penn Forest, PA87 facilities
7.6
Scranton, PA14 facilities

Review subcategories for Rice 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 349 reviews of 54 Rice memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Rice 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.
Rice, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.3
3.8
Care services
3.1
3.5
Staff
3.2
3.7
Meals & dining
3.0
3.4
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Rice memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rice memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rice, 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 Rice 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 Rice that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rice, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.1%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.5%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.6%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.2%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rice 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 Rice Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rice, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.4%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.9%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.6%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rice 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 Rice partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rice, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.7%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
48.1%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Rice 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 Rice communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rice, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
38.9%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rice 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 Rice offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rice, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.1%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.6%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Rice

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Hill Senior Community, The Gardens of Green Ridge and Spring Village at Pocono are the top-rated memory care facilities near Rice, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 54 memory care facilities near Rice, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Rice, Pennsylvania is Whitehall Manor. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 54 memory care facilities near you in Rice, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Rice, 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 Rice, 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 Rice, Pennsylvania ranges from $3325 to $8100. The average Memory Care cost in Rice, Pennsylvania is $6,290. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Rice, Pennsylvania typically starts at $3325. 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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