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The average monthly cost of Memory Care in Pennsylvania is $7,186, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Shirleysburg area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or 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.
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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
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.
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...
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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
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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It starts with the friendly staff and a clean facility. Country Meadows serves tasty food and provides several choices, A variety of activities and exercise programs are available each day, including...
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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Cost of memory care in Shirleysburg, PA

The average cost of senior living in Pennsylvania is $7,186 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Pennsylvania vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typePennsylvaniaU.S.Cost difference
Memory Care$7,186/mo$6,999/mo2.7% above national median
Assisted Living$5,655/mo$5,830/mo3.0% below national median
Independent Living$3,724/mo$3,520/mo5.8% above national median
Memory Care
Pennsylvania:$7,186/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:2.7% above national median
Assisted Living
Pennsylvania:$5,655/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:3.0% below national median
Independent Living
Pennsylvania:$3,724/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:5.8% above national median
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What families are saying about memory care in Shirleysburg

Recent reviews for memory care in Shirleysburg

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

Shirleysburg review score based on 175 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 175 reviews of 29 Shirleysburg memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shirleysburg 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

Shirleysburg review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
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Review subcategories for Shirleysburg 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 175 reviews of 29 Shirleysburg memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shirleysburg 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.
Shirleysburg, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.8
Friendliness
3.6
3.9
Care services
3.2
3.6
Staff
3.4
3.7
Meals & dining
3.1
3.5
Activities
3.3
3.4
Value for cost*
3.1
3.5
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Shirleysburg memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirleysburg memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirleysburg, 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 Shirleysburg 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 Shirleysburg that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shirleysburg, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.4%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.6%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.4%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.9%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shirleysburg 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 Shirleysburg Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirleysburg, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
58.6%
45.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirleysburg 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 Shirleysburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirleysburg, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.4%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.6%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
55.2%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.6%
50.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.6%
22.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirleysburg 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 Shirleysburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirleysburg, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.9%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.2%
40%
Room service
Room service
41.4%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirleysburg 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 Shirleysburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirleysburg, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.7%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.8%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.4%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.1%
51%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.5%
59.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.6%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.8%
35.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.6%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
62.1%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
41.4%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.5%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.6%
46.1%
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State regulations for memory care in Shirleysburg

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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There are 37 memory care facilities near Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania is Colonial Courtyard At Bedford. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 37 memory care facilities near you in Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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