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Memory care in Shippensburg University 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 Shippensburg University is about $5,718 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 64 communities, read 1680 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
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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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, 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.
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, 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.
Carroll Lutheran Village is a not-for-profit life plan community. For over 40 years, we have helped individuals achieve their personal best in our full-service continuing care retirement community, which is why we’ve been recognized as Carroll’s Best for retirement living, assisted living and...
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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.
Odyssey Assisted Living at Montevue is an assisted living community located in a quiet, unique and upscale neighborhood in Frederick, MD. It is a world-class memory care community living designed to assist residents to remain social, while enjoying the things that they loved doing before their...
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Cost of memory care in Shippensburg University, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shippensburg University is $5,718 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mont Alto, PA with an average of $4,246 per month.

Memory care costs in Shippensburg University, PA, vs. nearby cities

Shippensburg University, PA
$5,718/mo
$5,732/mo

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

Shippensburg University, PA
$5,718/mo
U.S. national average
$5,523/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,718/mo

Memory care costs in Shippensburg University, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,490/mo
Studio
$6,334/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,362/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,539/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,340/mo

Senior living costs in Shippensburg University 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: Shippensburg University, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShippensburg University, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,718/mo$5,443/mo$5,523/mo
Assisted Living$4,627/mo$4,440/mo$4,770/mo
Independent Living$4,081/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Memory Care
Shippensburg University, PA:$5,718/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Assisted Living
Shippensburg University, PA:$4,627/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Independent Living
Shippensburg University, PA:$4,081/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Memory care costs in Shippensburg University, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Shippensburg University 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shippensburg University, PA$6,249/mo$6,242/mo+0.1%
Pennsylvania$6,647/mo$6,175/mo+7.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Shippensburg University, PA
2024 average cost:$6,249/mo
2023 average cost:$6,242/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
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 Shippensburg University

Recent reviews for memory care in Shippensburg University

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]

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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Seaton Frederick

5.0
My mom has transitioned well at Somerford House & Place Frederick she enjoys being among the other residents and socializing, taking part in several of their many activies as well. She also enjoys going to the dining room for her meals and the food is very good. I have just signed my mother up ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and compassion of the staff at various communities. At Magnolias of Chambersburg, the staff went above and beyond to ensure that the family feels welcome and their loved one is well taken care of. Residents of Brookdale Grandon Farms also express gratitude f ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Activities were a key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities like Brookdale Grandon Farms and Artis Senior Living of West Shore. Movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more helped residents stay engaged and active.
Thoughtful communication with families. Families appreciate clear and effective communication between staff and loved ones at communities like Harmony at Hershey, Artis Senior Living of West Shore, and The Woods At Cedar Run. Regular meetings and updates help families stay informed and make sure care needs are being met.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting on upkeep for both private rooms and group areas. Residents of Bridges of Bent Creek and Harmony at Martinsburg mention the pristine bathrooms and renovated patios and dining rooms.
Tailored care for individual resident needs. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities, such as Country Meadows of Hershey, where staff made adjustments to help a resident with a stroke and Harmony at West Shore, which provided a secure environment for a resident who enjoys going for walks.
Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Many families express that their loved ones feel at home in the communities they've chosen. Reviews for Brookdale Grandon Farms, Brookdale Harrisburg, and Seaton Sharpsburg Pike mention the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the overall happiness and contentment of the residents
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Shippensburg University review score based on 499 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 499 reviews of 56 Shippensburg University memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shippensburg University 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

Shippensburg University review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
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Review subcategories for Shippensburg University 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 499 reviews of 56 Shippensburg University memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shippensburg University 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
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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Shippensburg University memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shippensburg University memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shippensburg University, 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 Shippensburg University 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 Shippensburg University that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shippensburg University, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.9%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shippensburg University 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 Shippensburg University Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shippensburg University, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.6%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shippensburg University 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 Shippensburg University partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shippensburg University, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
53.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35.7%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shippensburg University 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 Shippensburg University communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shippensburg University, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.4%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
44.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shippensburg University 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 Shippensburg University offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shippensburg University, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.9%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.8%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.9%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
60.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.9%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Shippensburg University

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 Shippensburg University protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolias of Chambersburg, Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community and Senior Commons at Powder Mill are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shippensburg University, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 64 memory care facilities near Shippensburg University, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Shippensburg University, Pennsylvania are Magnolias of Chambersburg, Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community and Senior Commons at Powder Mill. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 64 memory care facilities near you in Shippensburg University, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shippensburg University, 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 Shippensburg University, 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 Shippensburg University, Pennsylvania ranges from $160 to $12950. The average Memory Care cost in Shippensburg University, Pennsylvania is $5,718. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shippensburg University, Pennsylvania typically starts at $160. 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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