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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in State College, PA
Memory care in State College 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 State College is about $5,679 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 16 communities, read 118 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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8.9
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12 reviews
This is a wonderful, caring place. The people are amazing and they listened to my needs. Both my parents live at this facility and I couldn’t be more relieved. It’s close to my home, it’s clean and inviting....
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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8.0
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14 reviews
Juniper has been a better fit for mom - she gave up some room space but got more staff/activities/care for about the same cost. They play balloon volleyball, beanbag tic-tac-toe, lots of singing, word games,...
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.
Juniper Village Wellspring at Brookline is a senior community located in the historic town of State College, Pennsylvania. Conveniently located near Penn State Golf Courses is the premier senior community. Housing at Juniper Village Wellspring at Brookline is secure and offers enclosed outdoor...
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9.9
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19 reviews
We are very happy that we chose Colonial Court Yard. For our mother. From the the top office , to all nurses , to all medical service , all aids , cleaning personal , activities director, kitchen 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.
Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield assisted living residence is an excellent solution when living alone is no longer an option.Our community offers a dedicated team with experience and dedication to give you around-the-clock assistance if needed in a beautiful living environment. Our new community...
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9.1
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13 reviews
They are a bit short staffed but most health care facilities are. Our mom is in memory care and we are not displeased with any of the services at Tyrone. I would rank everything a 5. We feel very...
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.
Colonial Courtyard at Tyrone calls the picturesque area of Blair County, between Altoona and State College, home. Just a few minutes off Interstate 99, our community is easily accessible to all of our visitors, Friends and Families. Bordered by charming woods, our facility has a variety...
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8.6
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3 reviews
it is good
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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7.5
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9 reviews
Friendly, helpful and courteous staff. Clean and comfortable environment. Many activities such as groups, movies and hobbies. Staff knows me by name and were helpful with getting my loved one settled into a...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at State CollegePersonal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in State College, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to...
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7.5
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9 reviews
We could not be happier and more pleased with Celebration. The entire staff has been wonderful with my mother-in-law. Very kind, understanding. Love the... Staff Food Activities The care provided Very...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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6.8
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34 reviews
Overall experience. 4 for assisted living, 2 for skilled nursing. Juniper's skilled nursing facility is in need of a major cosmetic overhaul. It is very dark and dingy, compared to the assisted living...
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.
Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living is a senior living community located in State Collage, PA. State College is a municipality located in Centre County and home to about 42,000 people in a bustling college town that's a mix of University of Pennsylvania students and local residents. Ranked...
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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.
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: 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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2 reviews
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 State College, PA
The average cost of senior living in State College is $5,679 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Huntingdon, PA with an average of $4,923 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in State College, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in State College, PA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in State College
Recent reviews for memory care in State College
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.
Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living in State College, PA
4.5
The staff has been very accommodating, especially regarding food - which is always an issue for my brother (4 in that category from him is good).
I would recommend Juniper Village at Brookline to others.
State College review score based on 41 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 11 State College memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The State College 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
State College review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for State College 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 41 reviews of 11 State College memory care communities. This chart helps you compare State College 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.State College, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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State College memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in State College memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in State College, 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 State College 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 State College that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
State College, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
90.9%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.8%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in State College 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 State College Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
State College, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.8%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in State College 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 State College partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
State College, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
72.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
63.6%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.5%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
45.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in State College 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 State College communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
State College, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in State College 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 State College offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
State College, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
72.7%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.8%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, Colonial Courtyard Tyrone and Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley are the top-rated memory care facilities near State College, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 16 memory care facilities near State College, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The 16 memory care facilities near you in State College, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in State College, 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 State College, 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 State College, Pennsylvania ranges from $810 to $10545. The average Memory Care cost in State College, Pennsylvania is $5,679. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in State College, Pennsylvania typically starts at $810. 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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