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Memory care in Shelly 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 Shelly is about $5,809 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 547 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Hidden Meadows on the Ridge
1111 Photos available
9.7
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57 reviews
9.7
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57 reviews
5 star
55%
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37%
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4%
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4%
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I do recommend Hidden Meadows in Sellersville. They took great care of my mom and we never should have moved her. The staff are very caring, get to know your person very well and look out for them. Their...
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.
We are a small to mid-sized Senior Living Community nestled among the woodlands, while conveniently located in Upper Bucks' County, 30 north of Philadelphia. Our community shares the block with Grand View Hospital, many physicians' offices and close to shopping and area restaurants.Our assisted...
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3232 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.3
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237 reviews
9.3
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237 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
37%
3 star
7%
2 star
4%
1 star
5%
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Overall good -nothing is perfect. My Mom is in a much better place than being home alone. I feel she is doing more now than she has for many years. The only draw back is the size of the room. Thank you! My...
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.
Saucon Valley Manor is a senior living community located in the beautiful borough of Hellertown, PA. Surrounded by lush greenery, you will never find yourself disappointed with the view. At Sacuon Valley Manor, you can be sure that your loved ones are taken care of. With twenty-four hour care,...
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9.2
Review score
82 reviews
9.2
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82 reviews
5 star
42%
4 star
37%
3 star
11%
2 star
4%
1 star
6%
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I'm delighted to give Abode Care in Allentown, Pa., a glowing 5-star review! Under the exceptional leadership of the Director of the nursing home, the facility has experienced remarkable improvements. Her...
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.
Abode Care of Allentown is a welcoming Personal Care Community nestled in the heart of Lehigh Valley in Allentown Pennsylvania. Offering a full range of personal care services, and just-like-home amenities. Abode of Allentown is a comfortable setting to live, relax, and enjoy your golden...
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55 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.5
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13 reviews
8.5
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13 reviews
5 star
84%
4 star
8%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
8%
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[name removed] and his team made the move-in process as simple and easy as it could be for our circumstances. The staff has been very supportive in helping our senior acclimate to the new environment. [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.
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Photo of South Mountain Memory Care
1313 Photos available
8.5
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80 reviews
8.5
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80 reviews
5 star
89%
4 star
10%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
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Mom was only there for 4 months. She passed away after a cancer diagnosis in October. The director and nurses were extremely kind and kept me informed of issues with mom's health & welfare. The entire...
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.
South Mountain Memory Care was built on the “Small House” concept. This concept has been found to be most the most successful environment for those with memory issues in that it creates a sense of home, confidence of surroundings, and ultimately happiness with residents.Research indicates that...
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1717 Photos available
7.6
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74 reviews
7.6
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74 reviews
5 star
37%
4 star
32%
3 star
14%
2 star
8%
1 star
9%
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Facilities are great, always clean so that's great. As far as staff , they have a turnover rate and that hurts residents when it comes to trusting who's taking care of their needs. The long time staff...
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.
Rittenhouse Village at Lehigh Valley is conveniently located in an upscale medical and professional park across from Lehigh Valley Hospital. Our residents enjoy stunning views of Lehigh Parkway and the convenience of having top-notch physicians and specialty medical practices just minutes away....
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1.0
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4 reviews
1.0
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4 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
0%
3 star
25%
2 star
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1 star
25%
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My Father has been at Sacred heart about 4 months. We have had a very positive experience with his living there. Almost all of the staff is absolutely wonderful, caring and loving. A few leave a bit to be...
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.
Photo of Legacy Place Cottages
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.
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.
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Shelly, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shelly is $5,809 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alburtis, PA with an average of $5,506 per month.

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

Shelly, PA
$5,809/mo

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

Shelly, PA
$5,809/mo
U.S. national average
$5,540/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,809/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,986/mo
Studio
$5,239/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,366/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,428/mo

Senior living costs in Shelly 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: Shelly, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShelly, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,809/mo$5,464/mo$5,540/mo
Assisted Living$4,892/mo$4,452/mo$4,783/mo
Independent Living$3,793/mo$4,351/mo$4,179/mo
Memory Care
Shelly, PA:$5,809/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,464/mo
U.S.:$5,540/mo
Assisted Living
Shelly, PA:$4,892/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,452/mo
U.S.:$4,783/mo
Independent Living
Shelly, PA:$3,793/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,351/mo
U.S.:$4,179/mo
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Memory care costs in Shelly, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Shelly 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
Shelly, PA$4,129/mo$4,495/mo-8.1%
Pennsylvania$6,647/mo$6,175/mo+7.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Shelly, PA
2024 average cost:$4,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,495/mo
Percent change:-8.1%
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 Shelly

Recent reviews for memory care in Shelly

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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Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler, PA

5.0
Dave the activity man is such a asset to Artman ,he is really trying to help my Mom and all the residents .He takes a real interest and will find family members and update them on how their loved one is doing .My Mom really likes him ! So glad he is there !

The Pathways at Warrington

5.0
From the initial interview/tour of the facility through the final moments of my Dad's stay at Pathways, our family felt loved, supported and encouraged by the entire staff. What an amazing culture they have! If possible, we would give more than 5 stars for what we experienced and the service ...
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Shelly review score based on 150 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 150 reviews of 10 Shelly memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelly 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

Shelly review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Shelly, PA10 facilities
7.6
Coopersburg, PA18 facilities
7.5
Richlandtown, PA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelly 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 150 reviews of 10 Shelly memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shelly 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.
Shelly, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Shelly memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelly memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelly, 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 Shelly 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 Shelly that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelly, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
89.2%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shelly 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 Shelly Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelly, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelly 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 Shelly partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelly, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
50%
20.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelly 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 Shelly communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelly, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelly 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 Shelly offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelly, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Shelly

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 Shelly protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Hidden Meadows on the Ridge, Saucon Valley Manor and Abode Care of Allentown are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shelly, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 10 memory care facilities near Shelly, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Shelly, Pennsylvania are The Pathways at Warrington, Morningside House of Towamencin and The Birches at Harleysville. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 10 memory care facilities near you in Shelly, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shelly, 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 Shelly, 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 Shelly, Pennsylvania ranges from $151 to $15070. The average Memory Care cost in Shelly, Pennsylvania is $5,809. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shelly, 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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